Co-Founder, The Village
Louise Wilson is at the forefront of global and industry-wide change, revolutionising parental support. With 18+ years in global tech—including Yahoo, Twitter, and LinkedIn—she has consistently championed policies that empower women, caregivers, and working families. In 2024, Louise co-founded The Village, Australia’s first dedicated community for working parents in media, reshaping the industry landscape by providing advocacy, mentorship, and tangible support. As Global Co-chair of Families@LinkedIn, she leads one of LinkedIn’s largest Employee Resource Groups, spearheading groundbreaking initiatives like gender-neutral parental leave and global mentorship programs. Through her visionary leadership, Louise is breaking down barriers, advocating for systemic change, and ensuring that working parents can thrive both professionally and personally in a more inclusive future.
Parenting while building a career in media is no small feat, especially when the mental load feels never-ending. In this interactive masterclass, The Village—created to empower parents in media to thrive both personally and professionally—teams up with special guests to help you reset, refocus and reclaim your sense of purpose. Through practical strategies and real-life insights, you’ll learn how to lighten the load, align your values and find greater clarity and fulfilment in both work and family life. Walk away feeling empowered to thrive, not just survive, in the juggle of career and parenthood.