First Nations Women in Business Dinner
Thursday 25 June 2026 | Toowoomba | 5:00pm - 10:00pm
TSBE is proud to host the Local First Nation’s Women in Business event in Toowoomba on Thursday 25 June 2026 as we highlight local First Nation businesses leading the way, as well as other enterprises with programs supporting women and First Nations people.
Join us in celebrating the remarkable First Nation women in small businesses and their vital contributions to Queensland's economy and communities. With over 482,000 small businesses representing 97% of the business sector and contributing approximately $117 billion to the state's economy, their impact is immense.
Master of Ceremoy
Bo de la Cruz
Bo de la Cruz is a dual international athlete, Australia Touch Football Hall of Fame member, media personality and business owner with a strong profile across sport, culture and community leadership. A proud descendant of the Gudjala people from the Charters Towers region and the Erubian people of Erub (Darnley Island) in the Torres Strait, Bo brings culture and lived experience to every platform she steps onto. She is a commentator across multiple platforms including NITV, Kayo and Fox Sports, and the only female panellist on NITV’s weekly Indigenous Rugby League show, Over the Black Dot. Bo also hosts a podcast on the INsport platform focused on Murri Rugby League and the ABF Future Immortals Tour — all while proudly being a mum to her three children. Bo is widely recognised for her ability to bridge grassroots communities and national conversations with purpose, clarity and connection.
Guest Speaker
Dominque Lamb | Brisbane 2032
Dominique Lamb has a diverse background in corporate affairs, industrial relations, and not-for-profits. Dominique was previously the CEO of the National Retail Association and a director of NRA Legal. In her role as CEO, Dominique advocated on behalf of 60,000 shop fronts across the country about a diverse range of issues, including but not limited to crime, ESG, youth employment, industrial relations, leasing and tenancy, franchising, and the digital economy. Dominique served as the Queensland Small Business Commissioner from December 2022 until October 2025, where she focused on improving the operating environment for small businesses and reducing the time and cost of resolving disputes.
From October 2025, Dominique has taken on the role of Director of Community Affairs for the Brisbane Olympic Games, where she will continue her commitment to community engagement and advocacy. Beyond her professional endeavours, Dominique is deeply committed to social causes, particularly those addressing domestic and family violence and closing the gap in our regional, remote, and rural communities.
Guest Speaker
Ally Anderson
Ally is one of the Brisbane Lions AFLW’s most consistent & respected mid fielders. Wearing number 18, she’s known for her elite endurance, strong ball-winning ability and leadership on and off the field.
A proud woman of the Gangulu People & Wakka Wakka People, Ally sets the standard with her work rate & professionalism. A former clubs best and fairest winner & the AFLW league best and fairest winner she has played key role in the Lions sustained success, including their premiership achievements
Guest Speaker
Torita Blake | Brisbane 2032
Torita Blake has defied the odds her entire life.
At just weeks old she survived severe injuries from domestic violence with doctors doubting she would live. That was 23 years ago.
Today Torita is a two-time Paralympian and one of Australia’s most promising Para-athletics talents.
A proud Indigenous woman from the Dunghutti people she was inspired by Cathy Freeman’s gold medal run at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. Twelve years later Torita had her own full-circle moment making her Paralympic debut at the London 2012 Games. At Rio 2016 she came agonisingly close to a medal in the women’s 400m T38 finishing fourth after racing strongly against competitors with full vision — despite her own vision impairment.
Selected for the 2019 World Para-athletics Championships Torita was forced to withdraw due to injury but remains focused on returning to competition and pursuing future Paralympic success.
Panel Facilitator
Crystal Wagner | Wagner Civil
Crystal Wagner is an experienced executive with over 15 years in business management, human resources, finance and marketing. Her diverse background spans the construction industry and public accounting sector, where she has held senior leadership roles driving growth, culture, and performance. Crystal holds degrees in Accounting and Human Resources Management, is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is passionate about supporting women in leadership and fostering inclusive, high-performing workplaces.
Panellist
Cheryl Moggs OAM | Tarmunggie
Cheryl Moggs OAM is a proud Bigambul woman from Goondiwindi, South West Queensland, and Founder and Creative Director of Tarmunggie Arts, Culture & Design Studio. An award-winning senior Aboriginal artist, her work blends traditional knowledge with contemporary design to tell powerful stories grounded in Country, culture, and reconciliation. Her works have been exhibited nationally and commissioned by organisations including Google USA, Griffith University, TAFE Queensland, and the Queensland Museum.
Cheryl received the Order of Australia Medal in 2022 for outstanding service to First Nations peoples, culture, and community, and won the 2018 National NAIDOC Art Poster Award, Because of Her We Can. She is also an experienced educator, cultural facilitator, and advocate for Aboriginal women in the arts.
Panellist
Bira-Li Warner | Yiramilan Art By Birra-Li
I am a proud Barunggam, Kamilaroi and Wiradjuri woman from South -West Queensland. I am 25 years old and my passion for creating began in high school.
My inspiration as a business woman is my family and love for storytelling through art.
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