NAWIC NT LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
The Powerful Leadership Program
Achieve clarity and confidence for powerful leadership without the burnout of fitting into outdated leadership models.
The Powerful Leadership Program is for senior & executive women ready to lead without shrinking, shape-shifting, or burning out.
You’ve earned your seat. Now it’s time to lead like you.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone:
- You’re praised for performance, but not always seen for your power
- You’re expected to “be more confident” while being told you’re too much or too little
- You’re exhausted from trying to fit a mould that never suited you
The system wasn’t designed with you in mind — and it’s quietly shaping how confident you feel. It’s not you. It’s the model. And it’s overdue for an upgrade — from the inside!
Want to Learn More?
Download the Powerful Leadership Program Information Pack here.
What is the NAWIC NT Scholarship: Powerful Leadership Program?
This is a scholarship program available for all NAWIC NT members to apply for.
Historically, NAWIC NT has not had a leadership scholarship and I am proud to partner with them in 2026 to provide one.
Applications open on 1 March, 2026 and close on 30 May 2026.
The successful applicant will be announced at the NAWIC NT 2026 Awards for Excellence.
The successful applicant receives a 3-month strategic transformation coaching program for high-performing women ready to step into their personal power and stop playing small to start leading as their whole selves — confident, clear, and fully aligned.
Here’s how we change the game
From fitting in to leading powerfully
You lead with clarity, calm and confidence — no more shape-shifting, second-guessing or playing small. You feel at home in your leadership, define success on your terms, and become the role model you wish you’d had.
Want to Learn More?
Download the Powerful Leadership Program Information Pack here.
I’ve led at the top — and I’ve felt all of it too.
I’m Bron — ex-CEO turned executive coach. I’ve led global teams of 500+, run $500M portfolios, and built high-impact strategies across continents. But the work that lit me up? Coaching women to own their ambition, honour their femininity, and lead with power.
I know what it’s like to lead in rooms that weren’t built for you. I’ve been praised, questioned, stretched and sidelined — sometimes all in one week. I get it. Click here to learn more about Bron.
Bron has a wonderful presence, and is very perceptive. She brought in the right amount of tools to help me find better growth in my issue area. I had a BIG awareness shift, a life change, and lightness that came as a result of my time with Bron working through my issue.
~ Margaret B ~
Authenticity was my compass guiding me to ensure whomever I worked with understood my needs and was able to support the type of person I am. After a 20 minute chat, I knew I had found the right fit for me. I really appreciate your gentle challenges and your asking so many questions to get the right information from me to set me up for success.
~ Amita L ~
I would recommend Bron to anyone that needs help, especially in business. When I was looking for a coach I wanted someone with corporate experience who ‘knew what they were doing’ but also wasn’t going to be cold and steely. Bron was perfect in that she was professional, had her head screwed on but was really approachable and friendly.
~ Lorna R ~
What’s the real cost of keeping quiet?
- Burnout from constantly proving your worth
- Shrinking your ambition to survive outdated norms
- Losing connection to your confidence, power, and purpose
Why This Program Works
This comprehensive 12-week experience combines expert coaching with interactive reflections and takeaways.
With each session, you’ll receive personalised guidance and measurable milestones that ensure real, lasting
transformation in both your confidence and self-leadership.
Best of all, You’re covered with a money-back promise, flexible scheduling, and no expiry or lock-in
— so you can focus on leading, not stressing the fine print.
You’re not broken — the model is
Let’s remove the barriers to your confidence and redefine your leadership, together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the scholarship work?
1. Once applications open, this page will be updated to include links to the application forms.
2. Applications will be considered against a set criteria by the judging panel.
3. Short-listed candidates may be invited to a short phone interview with Bron.
4. The successful applicant will be announced at the NAWIC NT 2026 Awards for Excellence.
5. The successful applicant and Bron will commence the program with completion due by 31 December 2026 (timing is flexible)
When do applications close?
Applications close on Tuesday 19 May 2026 (at the same time as the NAWIC NT award nominations)
What’s the difference between coaching and mentoring?
Great question — they’re related, but they serve different purposes.
Coaching is focused on helping you find your own answers. It’s reflective, forward-focused, and grounded in the belief that you already have the insight — you might just need space, the right questions, and a bit of support to uncover it. Coaching builds clarity, confidence, and capability from the inside out.
Mentoring, in the way I practise it, is less about war stories over coffee and more about sharing structured, evidence-based approaches to leadership that actually work. It’s about passing on proven strategies, research-informed tools, and real-world perspective — especially when they can shortcut the trial and error.
In my work as a leadership strategist, you’ll get both: powerful coaching to unlock what’s already within you, and structured mentoring to strengthen your leadership with tools that support both you and your organisation.
I want to work with you, but I am looking for something different, do you offer custom programs?
I can, let’s book a free call call and talk through what you’re looking for to see if I can help you.
This feels like a big time and/or financial commitment, what guarantees do I have?
You’re right — this is a big commitment. You spend a huge part of your life at work, and investing in making that experience better is absolutely worth it. You are worth it. And what you discover about yourself through this work won’t just shift your leadership — it’ll ripple into every part of your life. I promise.
While there are no guarantees in life, I do offer this: if after the first two sessions you don’t feel like it’s the right fit, I’ll refund you in full. No awkwardness, no hard feelings. I also have a fee-free cancellation policy — if at any point you’re not getting value from our work together, you can walk away.
I'm not yet a senior or executive leader, will you still work with me?
Whilst my primary focus is on women who are already senior, executive and C-Suite leaders, I also support women who are aspiring to senior leadership as their next promotion. Book in a strategy call and we can discuss if I’m the right coach for you or I can refer you to a better fit from my network.
Why do you also work with Founder CEOs?
Because building a business is one thing — leading it well as it grows is a whole new game.
Founder CEOs often start out wearing every hat in the business. But as the team grows (usually around that 8–12 person mark), things shift. Suddenly, it’s not just about the product or service — it’s about people, leadership, vision, and strategic direction. And that can be deeply confronting. The role changes, the pace quickens, and the old ways of working start to hold the business — and the founder — back.
That’s where I come in.
Through The Founders Way, I support clarity-driven CEOs who are navigating this critical stage. We work together on leadership strategy, team dynamics, decision-making frameworks, and the mindset shifts needed to stop doing and start leading. It’s structured, evidence-based, and built to grow with you — because your business needs your leadership, not just your hustle.
