Bite-sized learning and micro-networking that takes professional development out of to-do lists and into weekly routines.
The Powrsuit difference
In your schedule
Most professional development takes you out of real-life, then puts you back into the same, unchanged environment. Powrsuit is part of your weekly routine, offering new perspectives and actionable insights when you need them.
On your terms
Time poor? Banish the guilt and embrace doing less. With bite-sized lessons (and no homework), participate when you can. Join from your desk, while walking, or on your commute. With everything available on-demand, invest in yourself on your terms.
Connection baked in
Historically excluded from backrooms, boardrooms, and boys' clubs, women have developed a superpower: connection. With Powrsuit, you'll turn that superpower into career-enhancing contacts through stress-free micro-networking.
It's incredible to see the positive impact you have on women's lives. Your ability to keep everyone engaged throughout the session was amazing. The content was fun and practical and really helped build a connection. I love the community you're creating.
Hannah, Kitea Health
Small actions with big impact
Women are time-poor, so Powrsuit does less. Embrace guilt-free, homework-free development that puts you in control.
15-minute masterclasses
Practical, hands-on lessons, delivered in bite-sized modules.
Join live every fortnight to deep-dive into critical skills, limiting mindsets and common career challenges. Simple, interactive activities and thought-provoking questions immediately turn theory into practice.
Can't make it live? Every past mini-masterclass is available to watch (or listen to) on-demand.
Micro-networking
We love long lunches and casual catchups but rarely have time for them. Powrsuit redesigns networking to work for women, offering a stress-free way to build your Professional Board of Directors.
Small breakout rooms deliver new connections through hands-on learning.
Source diverse perspectives (anonymously if you like) through our vibrant online community.
Opt into monthly PowrMatch for tailored introductions to women at a similar stage and situation.
Expert interviews
Each month, we invite an accomplished global leader to share their story. Get honest accounts of the challenges behind their successes and the lessons they've learned along the way.
Hear why Marisa Fong's ability to think big led to a $35 million exit, how networking secured Shelly Lombard a Fortune 500 board position, what led Rhiannon McKinnon to become a CEO while working part-time, and the experiences behind Shannon Huffman Polson's book, The Grit Factor.
Get your questions answered live, or listen on demand when it fits your schedule.
Who is Powrsuit for?
Powrsuit is for women at every level - whether you're considering a step up, returning to work, taking on a first-time leadership position, or an experienced executive. Our research-backed approach combines tools and connections to help you tackle challenges, reframe limiting mindsets and make step-by-step progress in your career. Powrsuiters have negotiated pay rises, locked in promotions, landed new roles, repositioned how they're perceived, given critical feedback, made career-enhancing connections and taken control of their calendars.
You tell us what success looks like to you, and we'll help you get there.
Industry leaders choose Powrsuit
Although we’ve come so far, there’s still a lot of work to be done to ensure real equity for wāhine in Aotearoa. Partnering with Powrsuit is one of the ways Xero is helping to plug this gap.
Bridget Snelling, Xero
As a female CEO in a male dominated industry it is important to show a pathway and be an example of ‘see it to be it’ , if a role as a CEO is what people aspire to. We talk about ‘faster alone but further together’ and partnering with Powrsuit is another way to amplify our teamwork and leadership.
Anna Scott, Smartshares
We believe that growth is a mindset, learning happens everywhere, and know our people thrive by sharing ideas in connected settings. The inclusive nature of the Powrsuit membership network also aligns with our Tikanga.
Amanda Parish, Contact Energy
Women in our business deserve to be a part of a new way of achieving leadership and networking skills and capability. We love that you are declaring the real gaps for women and then working to help close them in new and contemporary ways.
Lee Gardiner, Citycare Property
Our template email makes it easy to ask for professional development budget.
Want multiple memberships? Email us or book a 15-min chat.
I've been a devoted follower of Powrsuit since its inception, and I can't express enough how much I admire their work in shaping a leadership playbook and uplifting women leaders.
Ruth, Transformation and People Leader
Frequently asked questions
What are the payment options?
Join online to pay immediately by credit card. If that's not an option, or you're buying multiple Memberships, get in touch.
Is the Membership Network cohort-based?
While everyone joins the same membership network, you'll be introduced in a cohort. This allows you to meet other new members, ask questions and get set up for success before you join the rest of the members. This is one of the things we do to make sure you get the most value out of your membership.
Your annual membership starts on the first day of your cohort - join early so you don't miss out if a cohort fills up!
Can memberships be part of an organisational professional development programme?
Yes. Our partners offer Powrsuit memberships to women leaders and male allies across their organisations. Our practical, action-focused approach means memberships complement other in-house programmes or deliver value as a standalone investment.
Some of the top benefits reported by Powrsuiters are:
- Independence: It can be difficult to discuss challenges with colleagues openly. Powrsuit provides an independent sounding board that helps unblock thinking.
- Perspective: Exposure to diverse industries and career stages offers new approaches and mindsets that accelerate progress.
- Experimental: It's hard to change existing dynamics, but our experimental approach challenges members to apply new tactics to existing situations - often with immediate results.
Organisations also benefit from quarterly updates on major themes and challenges professional women face. This level of insight can be used to guide decision-making and drive top-down change.
Email us or book a 15-minute call to chat.
Who is Powrsuit for?
Leadership isn't a job title; it's a state of being. A Powrsuit membership offers value for women leaders at every level - whether you're considering a step up, returning to work, taking on a first-time leadership position, or deep into your career.
Male allies can access a private and safe group to discuss the practical challenges of driving change. Women leaders can opt-in to discuss real-life scenarios and share perspectives.
Not sure membership is for you? Email us or book a 15-minute call, and we'll happily answer your questions.
Can I use Powrsuit for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
Yes, you can! Our mini-masterclasses and exclusive interviews help you stay up-to-date in leadership fundamentals and personal management. Just email us after you attend each live event and we'll reply with your certificate.
The easiest way to ask for professional development budget is to adapt this template by adding that Powrsuit contributes to your CPD.
I don't have any professional development budget left; what are my options?
Money shouldn't be a barrier to investing in yourself. Our template email makes it easy to ask for professional development budget. If that's not an option, get in touch - we're happy to discuss what we can do to support.
How do I cancel my membership?
Your annual membership starts on the first day of your cohort access and automatically renews on the anniversary of your start date.
It's easy to cancel. We'll remind you when your membership is due to be renewed, and you can cancel up to a month before it renews. If you cancel, you'll still have access to the membership until the renewal date.
What happened to Powrsessions?
Almost one hundred and fifty women participated in our pilot programme, Powrsessions. We've proven tangible, measurable benefits for both organisations and individuals. Now, it's time to scale that impact. A Powrsuit membership gives you all the same great tools and learning, but online, on your schedule and more accessible for all professional development budgets.