The Economic Times Women Conclave 2023: Celebrating Women Empowerment and Inspiring Success
On April 9, 2023, women from all backgrounds gathered at the Grand Hyatt in Gurgaon for The Economic Times Women Conclave 2023. The event was organized by Womennovator in partnership with Economic Times, celebrating women's empowerment and recognizing the achievements of notable women. The conclave provided an excellent platform for sharing inspiring stories and insights.
The conclave began with a warm welcome from Tripti Shinghal Somani, founder of Womennovator, who introduced guest of honour, actress Vidya Balan. Balan emphasized the importance of women's voices being heard and recognized in all areas of life. The event featured prominent speakers, including motivational speaker Gaur Gopal Das, who shared inspiring stories about perseverance and success.
Various topics were covered in the sessions, including entrepreneurship, social impact, and leadership. Charu Malhotra from Hindware Ltd discussed the importance of sustainability in business, while Anshita Mehrotra from Fix My Curls shared her experience of building a successful online platform for curly hair care. Jesica Singh from Stanley Communications talked about the power of effective communication in achieving success, and Dr. Teena Sharma from the Pink and Blue Foundation highlighted the importance of women's health and education. Dr. Somdutta Singh from Assiduus Global shared her story of overcoming obstacles and building a successful global business, while Dr. Deepti Taneja from the University of Delhi shared her insights on the importance of education and research in driving innovation and growth.
The conclave also recognized the achievements of outstanding women in various fields, including Deepa Malik, the first Indian woman to win a medal in the Paralympics, and Prajakta Kohli, founder of the online platform ‘HealthsetGo' to make healthcare accessible to all. The event included a session with Payal Kanodia from M3M Foundation, who spoke about the importance of philanthropy and social impact in building a better future for all.
One of the critical topics discussed at the conclave was women and finance, emphasizing the need for more women to take on larger roles in their company's finances. Esteemed women leaders, including Dr. Teena Sharma and Dr. Deepti Taneja, shared their experiences and insights on how women can overcome their fear of finance and take control of their financial future.
The event also launched the ET Inspiring Women Leaders 2023, recognizing India's most inspiring women in their respective fields of work. The awards, powered by Senco Gold and Diamonds, in association with She Capital and Womennovator, highlighted women who have risen above challenges to achieve success and have made an impact on a global scale. The list of recipients included Chinu Kala of Rubans Accessories, Dr. Somdutta Singh of Assiduus Global, Dr. Deepa Malik, Padma Shri, Khel Ratna, and Arjuna Awardee, Dr. Punita Kumar Sinha of JSW Steel Ltd., Joita Sen of Senco Gold and Diamonds, Ritu Agarwal of Gyandhara Industries Pvt. Ltd., Archana Gupta of KEI Industries Ltd., Prajakta Koli, a Content Creator and Actor, Suchita Oswal Jain of Vardhman Textiles Limited, and Shruti Chaturvedi.
The discussions and debates at the conclave were marked by an impressive level of candor and honesty, with entrepreneurs and speakers from various industries acknowledging the significant strides that women have made in today's world. The event celebrated inspiring women leaders and broke barriers, encouraging women to take on leadership roles in their industries and break down gender
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