In its sixth year, the conference under the patronage of the First Lady of Cyprus, Mrs Andri Anactasiades, took place online on 11 and 12 June and brought together several hundred accomplished female leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs worldwide.
40+ female influential entrepreneurs and thought leaders from around the world, featured in Forbes & Entrepreneur and other publications shared their strategies to develop your career, business, and most importantly yourself to the next phase in your life.
The conference’s speakers who are influential women from diverse countries and expertise’s addressed topics around imposter syndrome, personal & business growth, burnout, and current trends in PR & Marketing all with an aim towards helping women become leaders. The event was held on Zoom.
Viola started her working life at the age of thirteen when she migrated with her mother and sister from Lebanon to Venezuela. She fed her passion for development and study through home schooling, evening lessons and alternative educational pathways. She…
Andri is the spouse of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nicos Anastasiades. To further pursue her education, Mrs. Anastasiades moved to Athens to attend Doxiadis School (of Athens Technological Group), where she graduated from the Department of…
Being recognized and unforgettable is what Aleen Zakka helps CEOs, diplomats, and business owners do. For over a decade Aleen has helped increase online presence for some of the biggest companies and executives in the MENA region. While many Arab…
Raluca Ioana Man is the founder and CEO of RSEVEN Ltd. She has a BSc in International Business, a BSc in Finance & Economics and an MBA Raluca Ioana Man is also the president of the Rotary Club of Nicosia…
Seema is currently the Treasurer and Vice President of London CWO and Chairman fundraising & former Treasurer for National CWO, a 100yr old Organisation covering the whole country. Councillor Seema Kumar was the first Asian Woman Conservative Councillor to be…
Maria Kempinska's journey from a budding entrepreneur to the "Queen of Comedy" is nothing short of remarkable. She embarked on her illustrious career with a sheer determination, passion for the arts, and a mere £300 overdraft. By 2000, this determination…
Elena is a pioneer in digital marketing, founder and CEO of Go Digital Globally, Elena Jnr. Andreou has experience of 20+ years in Marketing and Digital Marketing with the focus in the last 6 years entirely on SEO. She studied…
A representative for Tony Robbins and Success Resources in BulgariaHis entrepreneurial spirit led Moses to open his first business when he was only 23 years old. Since then Moses has mastered the game of High-Performance Coaching. Now Moses has been…
Lamia is the Former CEO and Founder of CC Plus and Founder of “Narrative Summit”, a leading international public relations firm that applies global standards and operates in the local and regional markets. She is also an executive in strategic…
Dr. Karin von Bismarck is an experienced executive search and coaching professional, with more than 20 years of experience in working for both stock listed as well as small-medium sized companies and professionals Karin has worked with international executive search…
Prathibha Prahlad is a classical dancer par excellence, choreographer, educator, author, and a cultural visionary. In a career spanning over 40 years, she has performed in over 60 Countries and created path-breaking cultural equites for India. Her exceptional work in…
Leila is the Advisor to Caretaker PM of Lebanon for International Media Affairs. Founder, MD MENA Comms, a boutique strategy, communications, and crisis management agency. She is a Cross-board media expert (Print /TV / International Newswires) with adventures in the…
Priyanka is the Founder & CEO of POPxo-Plixxo and the Co-founder & President of MyGlamm. Priyanka has been recognized as an entrepreneur and innovator through some prestigious awards; the 100 Technology Leaders, Impact (2020), BW Businessworld 40 Under 40 Award…
“Never leave the house without wearing your sparkling earrings, they will serve as reminders of the light within.”Lia obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Business, a Master's Degree in Education, a Cosmetology Instructor's License, becoming a Global Hair & Makeup Artist,…
Suzanne is a highly experienced and respected therapist and coach. She has over 10 years of experience working as a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, Life, and Business Coach. She has helped teenagers, adults and families navigate their way through…
Bahareh is an experienced marketing and communication professional, who advises corporates to cultivate and maximize relationships with external clients and communicate their missions, policies and goals to the public.Bahareh has over 15 years of experience in the Financial Services, Technology and legal sector…
Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology and former Assistant Dean of Mentoring and Executive Director of the Mentoring Academy at Weill Cornell Medicine. She has been hailed by the journal Nature and Columbia University…
Francesca Bombassei is MENA Regional Manager of Seedstars, a leader in building innovative business communities in emerging markets around the world. Born in Belgium, Francesca spent a significant part of her life living and working in emerging markets, from Argentina…
“I have been working as an integral designer in different areas. I aim to enhance the quality of life through conscious creation and purposeful design with an artistic dimension.” Carolina was born in Caracas, Venezuela. She graduated as an Architect…
Alysia is an early pioneer of wind, solar, and biofuels in the US. She co-founded, CFO & sold companies with projects >=$6B. Pristine Sun was the largest developer of small utility-scale solar in California. TradeWind Energy, which was sold in…
DAY 1
Welcome speech. Olga Balakleets, CEO of Creative Women & Viola Edward, Partner & Executive Director of Creative Women
Mrs Andri Anastasiades, Patron of the Creative Women
Dr Anna Belova, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of AFK Sistema
TOPIC: How companies help to support their employees during the pandemic.
Xania Wong, Founder and CEO of JOBDOH
TOPIC: The future of work amidst uncertainty
Dr Haidi Badawi, Founder of Future STEAMPRENEUR
TOPIC: Building self-esteem and self-confidence
Farah Shammas, Managing Director at St Raphael Resort and Marina, Limassol
TOPIC: Top tips on balancing professional and family life.
