“Kate is an inspiring leader who has been instrumental in driving University of Auckland Women in Business' (UAWB) growth in its first full year. Her empathetic and supportive leadership style enables her to quickly build trust and a strong sense of inclusion and collaboration within teams. Kate is a visionary leader who is constantly looking for new and innovative ways to improve. When combined with her drive and determination, this has enabled Kate to effectively lead teams to launch numerous events and initiatives (including UAWB Connect, a mentoring programme that has grown to over 100 participants). Kate is an incredible leader whose passion for uplifting and empowering women to achieve their goals can be reflected through her strong involvement in a range of impactful initiatives. She is an inspiration and a great role model to all women.”
Kate Gatfield-Jeffries
Co-Founder at Moodi | EY Global Corporate Finance Woman | NZ Women of Influence Young Leader | IFSA 25 Under 25
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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About
My journey as a founder started while in my final year of Law School, building Moodi, a D2C mental wellness supplement brand.
I am deeply passionate about championing young women to succeed in their careers. Since 2019, I have founded and led several large-scale mentoring programmes to improve intersectional diversity and provide women with opportunities in male-dominated pathways, including legal and STEM sectors. To date, over 1000 women have participated in these year-long initiatives.
I won EY Global Corporate Finance Woman of the Year 2021 and was named on IFSA’s global 25 under 25 list. In 2022, I was named as the Young Leader category winner in the New Zealand Women of Influence Awards.
I strongly believe in the power of authentically engaging and connecting with Gen-Z and aim to help others do the same.
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Experience
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Research - Women in Entrepreneurship
University of Auckland - Business School
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Education
Volunteer Experience
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Co-President
University of Auckland Women in Business
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University of Auckland Business School Club of the Year & Runner Up Best New Club 2021
• Co-led UAWB through it's first full year of operation serving 350+ members
• Created new partnerships with eight financial sponsors
• Held 15 events/initiatives aimed at empowering and inspiring women students
• Launched peer-to-peer mentoring programme for 70+ women
• Launched industry partnerships programme in STEM and other male-dominated fields
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Mentoring Programme Director
UoA Women in Law
- 2 years
• Founded and led a mentoring programme to increase diversity of women entering law
• Grew the Programme to include 350+ women over two years
• Programme has supported thousands of women students since inception in 2019
• Adviser for launch of similar programmes in other faculties and Universities overseas
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McKinsey & Company - Women in Leadership Programme Auckland 2019
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Honors & Awards
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WBENC Colleagiate Business Accelerator Runner Up
WBENC
Awarded second place out of 24 other women entrepreneurs from across the USA in the annual Women's Business Enterprise National Counsel (WBENC) Collegiate Business Accelerator.
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NZ Women of Influence Young Leader Award
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Selected as the Young Leader category winner in the Westpac & Stuff NZ Women of Influence Awards
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IFSA Global 25 Under 25
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Recognised as one of 25 change-makers and innovators under 25 from around the world.
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University of Auckland Blues Award for Innovation
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Awarded to eight University of Auckland students in 2021 for outstanding achievement in innovations which provide effective solutions to challenging issues.
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EY Global Corporate Finance Woman of the Year 2021
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Competed alongside 21 women representing their countries in a three-week global competition. This year’s competition saw a record number of applicants and participants reaching 3,426 and 289 respectively.
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EY Oceania Corporate Finance Woman of the Year
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Competed against nine national finalists from across Australasia.
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EY New Zealand Corporate Finance Woman of the Year
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Competed against six finalists from across New Zealand.
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Oliver Wyman Women's Scholarship
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One Scholarship awarded annually, intended to provide an ambitious and driven female student in Australasia with insight and exposure into the consulting industry.
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University of Auckland Gabby Marsh Award
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One Scholarship awarded annually to a female University of Auckland Business School student who demonstrates academic achievement and leadership ability.
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University of Auckland Academic Awards
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University of Auckland First in Course Award - Marketing (MKTG 202)
University of Auckland Second in Course - Marketing (MKTG 303)
University of Auckland First in Course Award - Marketing (MKTG 201)
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University of Auckland Bell Gully Second Year Law Moot - Second Place
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Second year moot for all Auckland University law students.
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PwC School Leavers Scholarship - Accelerate Programme
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Selected as a national accelerate winner from the School Leavers Scholarship programme. Receive professional mentoring and support from PwC throughout University studies.
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Auckland Advanced Open Debating Competition - Second Place
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Debated for the King's College Advanced Open team, placing second in the Auckland Secondary schools Advanced Open debating season.
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King's College Headmaster's Prize for Service
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King's College Senior Leadership Award
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Duke of Edinburgh - Silver Award
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United Nations Youth Diplomacy Competition - New Zealand Finalist
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