Roz White, co-owner of White’s Grocers and visionary businesswoman, has decided to step down from her role as president of the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network.
After three-and-a-half years in the position, she will stand aside at the upcoming annual general meeting to ‘let new ideas flourish’.
During her tenure, she has paved the way for others with some incredible movements for women in business.
Under her presidency, the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network has developed and delivered a first-of-its-kind accelerated MBA program, in partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast for businesswomen looking to formalise their lived experience qualifications.
She has upgraded SCBWN technological assets and an online platform to facilitate the awards program. She has also delivered a series of educational and inspirational sessions and workshops online and face-to-face, to empower women in business to succeed.
Mrs White has showcased Sunshine Coast businesswomen, culminating in a celebration of 21 years of awards and success.
She has rebuilt and developed the SCBWN organisational structure and governance platforms, created an advocacy focus to provide a strong voice for women and improved the financial viability of the SCBWN to ensure its longevity to empower and celebrate women to achieve.
As a passionate advocate for workplace gender parity, Mrs White said that much has been gained on this front but there is still work to be done.
“Corporate Australia has a focus to end workplace gender disproportion, so while there is still work to be done, the SCBWN stands firm to support women in business and provide a platform of encouragement to others,” she said.
“It has been a pleasure to serve as president for the past three-and-a-half years and lead the network to uplift, encourage, mentor, inform, inspire and applaud women in business.
“My experience working with like-minded, purpose driven women and men who support each other has been an honour and privilege.
“It is also time for my tenure as president to come to a close, to step aside and allow new ideas to flourish.
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“I have been provided with the ultimate backing and unwavering support from my executive management committee over the past three-and-a-half-years.
“This group of competent, savvy, professional and experienced business women are purpose driven, true to their values and committed to making a difference. I value their friendship, and respect the camaraderie we share.”
Mrs White said the AGM in June provided a new opportunity for SCBWN members to advance and uplift the business community, and although she is stepping down from her role she will continue to be involved as a member and immediate past president.
“Members are invited to consider taking an active role by nominating to join the management committee,” she said.
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“The network has developed a firm focus and is in a very strong position to influence the professional and fiscal development of Sunshine Coast businesses.
“Continuity is as important as creating a fresh perspective and so I look forward to providing my support to the new executive management committee as they take the banner forward into a new era.”
As she prepared to release her role, Mrs White thanked the network’s members, volunteers, and sponsors for their enduring support.
“Your influence and investment to support women in business is to be applauded and is certainly appreciated. I look forward to seeing you all again soon,” Mrs White said.
