Women entrepreneurs are increasingly making their mark with remarkable strides and groundbreaking initiatives in India's startup ecosystem. Breaking through traditional barriers, they are driving innovation, fostering diversity and reshaping industries across the board.
From technology to healthcare, finance to agriculture, women-led startups are harnessing their unique perspectives and expertise to solve complex challenges and seize emerging opportunities.
BW Disrupt, a prominent community for entrepreneurs and investors, is thrilled to announce the upcoming Women Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur Awards 2024. In its seventh edition, this esteemed event aims to acknowledge and honour the extraordinary achievements of women leaders in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship, recognising their innovative contributions and unwavering determination.
The seventh edition of BW Disrupt's WEISA is scheduled to take place on March 28, 2024 this year, the awards ceremony will shine a spotlight on outstanding women entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs across various categories.
Building on the resounding success of past editions, the 2024 awards promise to be even more remarkable, boasting a distinguished lineup of winners and esteemed jury members.
Attendees of the event can expect to gain invaluable insights and inspiration from the distinguished panels and esteemed speakers.
Power Speakers
The summit will feature esteemed speakers who will share their insights, experiences, and expertise, providing invaluable guidance to aspiring women entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs.
Keynote Speaker:
Sudha Shivkumar, President of FICCI FLO, will deliver a keynote address on empowering women entrepreneurs and exploring strategic pivots for business growth.
Joining the discussion will be Priyanka Sachdeva, Founder of Core and Pure; Akansha Vishnoi, Co-founder of Yes Madam; Udita Bansal, Founder of trueBrowns; and Rachna Sarup, Founder & CEO of B77. Moderating this engaging panel will be Anu Sehgal, Founder of Digital Mill, facilitating a dialogue on the journey from startup to scaleup in India's entrepreneurial landscape.
Spotlight Session: Women at the Helm: Driving Success In India:
Sonica Malhotra, Joint Managing Director of MBD Group, will lead a session on women's leadership in driving success in India, with Devapriya Khanna, Founder of Connexus Global, serving as the session chair.
Nupur Garg, Founder and Managing Partner of WinPe; Ntasha, Co-founder & Managing Partner of Ankurit Capital; and Sukhman Bedi, Partner at Orios Venture Partners, will discuss investment opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
Meena Kapoor, Founder and Managing Director of Astroyogi; Mugdha Pradhan, CEO & Founder of iThrive; Roma Roy Choudhury, Founder & COO of Evolved Foods; Eesha Sukhi, Director of The BlueBop Cafe; Rashi Agarwal, Co-founder of Zypp Electric; and Aastha Singh, Founder & CEO of GramShree Agri. Shivani Singh, Co-founder of SheFounders and former VP at Star TV, will chair this panel, exploring the transformative economic impact of women's entrepreneurial endeavours.
The panel discussions will delve into crucial themes shaping the entrepreneurial landscape in India, offering practical wisdom and strategic perspectives for both budding and seasoned entrepreneurs alike.
Discussions such as 'From Startup to Scaleup - Bharat's Entrepreneurial Evolution', featuring experienced founders such as Rashi Agarwal of Zypp Electric and Priyanka Sachdeva, Core and Pure attendees will glean strategies for navigating the challenges of scaling their ventures.
'Women at the Helm: Driving Success in India', will highlight the pivotal role of women leaders like Sonica Malhotra, MBD Group in shaping the success stories of Indian businesses, providing insights on leadership and overcoming gender barriers in entrepreneurship.
Moreover, another panel's focus on 'Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress' will underscore the significance of investment in women-led ventures, with experts like Nupur Garg, Founder and Managing Partner, WinPe and Ntasha, Co-founder & Managing Partner, Ankurit Capitaloffering valuable perspectives on funding opportunities and strategies for accelerating growth.
By attending this event, participants can expect to walk away with actionable strategies, valuable connections, and a deeper understanding of the diverse facets of entrepreneurship in India's dynamic ecosystem.
We cordially invite you to attend the BW Disrupt Women Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur Awards 2024. This event promises to be a celebration of women's achievements in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship, featuring insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and the recognition of outstanding talent.
BW Disrupt is a leading community for entrepreneurs and investors, dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Through its various initiatives, BW Disrupt aims to empower and celebrate the achievements of entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to network, learn, and grow.