Celebrate IWD 2025 with She Means Business: Two Powerhouse Women Panel Discussions!
Join us for She Means Business, a special event celebrating International Women’s Day 2025 brought to you by WORQ, BFM 89.9, Female Founders Malaysia and Mole! We’re bringing together inspiring women leaders and experts for two dynamic panel discussions focused on empowering women in their careers and businesses.
This is your chance to connect with a supportive network of women founders and leaders, gain valuable insights, and accelerate your journey to success. Plus, don’t miss our exclusive side sessions designed to connect you with investors and fellow women leaders! All panel discussions will be moderated by Roshan Kanesan from BFM Radio.
Here’s what to expect:
- Inspiring Speakers: Hear from prominent women founders, investors, and industry experts addressing the important topics surrounding women today.
- Sisterhood Connects: A vibrant networking bringing together women entrepreneurs, startups, and women leaders to celebrate IWD and foster valuable connections. Join us for a toast to women’s achievements!
- Empowering Community: Join a supportive network dedicated to advancing women in business.
Agenda
2.30pm – 3.00pm
Registration
3.00pm – 5.00pm
Panel Sessions (Moderated by Roshan Kanesan, BFM 89.9).
5.00pm – 6.00pm
Sisterhood Connects Networking (Powered by Mole).
Panel 1: Beyond the Hustle → Sustainable Success for Women Founders
Are you tired of the “hustle” myth? This panel explores how women founders can achieve sustainable success without sacrificing their well-being.
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Key Topics:
- Redefining “hustle” – Is non-stop work really the key to success?
- Mental health & resilience – How founders can protect their well-being while growing their business.
- Scaling smart, not fast – Strategies to expand without overextending.
Panel 2 → Funding the Future: Women and Access to Capital
Women receive only 2% of global VC funding—how can we change that faster? This panel tackles the funding gap and explores solutions for women entrepreneurs seeking capital.
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Key Topics:
- The funding gap – Why women founders struggle to access capital and how to close the gap.
- Accelerating investment in women-led businesses – How VCs and angel investors can actively shift the landscape.
- Beyond traditional funding – Exploring grants, crowdfunding, and other alternative financing.
- How to pitch & negotiate with confidence – Actionable steps for women seeking funding.
Exclusive Side Sessions (Don’t Miss This!):
- Founders-Investor Connect: A unique VC matchmaking session designed to connect promising women founders with potential investors. Limited spots available. Register your interest in the form, and we will follow up to understand more about your business.