WGIS 2024: New perspectives for women's empowerment in business

Afaemme's President Maria Helena de Felipe attended last week the first edition of the Women Global Investment Summit (WGIS) 2024, organized by our member in Tunisia, the International Council of Women Entrepreneurs (CIFE), this event tooked place on February 23 at the Hotel Laico Tunis. The event brought together more than 500 participants, including diplomatic figures, influential women and investment experts from around the world.

High-profile guests graced WGIS 2024 with their presence, highlighting its international appeal:

  • Hon. Dr. Lella Golfo, President of the Bellisario Foundation
  • The Right Honorable Baroness Fiona Ferelith Hodgson of Abinger
  • Marcus Cornaro, Ambassador of the European Union
  • Sheikha Dr. Dorsaf Al Thani Director of the Office of the Minister of Finance of Qatar
  • Ms. Maria Helena de Felipe, President of the Mediterranean Federation of Women Entrepreneurs (Afemme)
  • Ms. Djelika Yeo: Founding President of the International Forum of Entrepreneurial and Dynamic Women (FIED) of Côte d'Ivoire.
  • Ms. Delia Raquel Flores: Founder of the Argentine Women's Entrepreneurial Group (GEMA).
  • Ms. Irene Bonassisa: President Assets Bonnasissa Group of Italy.
  • Ms. Catalina Valentino: CEO ELIXIR Venture Fund
  • Dr Amel Altarhouni, President of the Libyan Business Organization and Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister
  • Théo Panizzi, of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation

graced WGIS 2024 with their presence, highlighting its international experiences and good practices. Congratulations!

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News Date

February 29, 2024