Meet Virginia, CEO of HavasMediaNetwork Australia & New Zealand, and a pioneering leader in the Australian media landscape with a “never give up” attitude. Making her mark by successfully launching her own agency, she has continued to drive innovation and transformation within the industry. A high-impact leader, she has also been named a “Top 10 CEO” by bandtaustralia. She champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a challenger mindset within her teams to push boundaries and stand out from competitors. Her passion extends beyond her agency, holding the media industry accountable for both award-winning creative excellence and fair, inclusive workplaces. As Deputy Chair of the Media Federation of Australia, Virginia has been a key advocate for equal pay, leading efforts to achieve a -2% / +2% pay parity across the industry. With a 30-year career built on long-standing client relationships, she has fostered trust and collaboration, with many clients partnering with her ...