A series profiling Australian and Kiwi women doing great things in New York City (NYC).
Jillian Geurts, Co-Founder and Co-Artistic Director of the Australian Theatre Festival, has been pivotal in bringing Australian stories to New York’s stage since the festival’s launch in 2019. With the 2024 Gala honoring Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect approaching, Jillian’s incredible contributions to showcasing Australia’s vibrant creativity are in the spotlight.
We were lucky enough to grab some time with Christina Grambas and Lucy Andrew, two senior recruiters at Woods & Co.’s NYC office, who shared their expert tips on job hunting and working with Woods & Co. to find a job in New York. Both Christina and Lucy have navigated the unique challenges of the NYC job market and have valuable advice for Aussies making the move.
Originally from Brisbane, Eileen Coloretti came to New York after she won the Green Card lottery and has fostered an exciting career traveling the globe as a Tour Director and Tour Guide.
Meet Ro Dempsey! Originally from Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Ro has lived in NYC for over 10 years and has had an incredible career in the entertainment industry working in production management and, more recently, as a voice artist.
Australian entrepreneur and former journalist Meggie Palmer has made a vibrant home in New York City’s Carroll Gardens, where she blends local living with global ambitions. As the founder of PepTalkHer, Meggie is fiercely dedicated to closing the gender pay gap, drawing on her extensive media experience with heavyweights like BBC World and Vogue.