Standard Bank Best Women’s Conference 2024: A powerful gathering for women’s leadership and empowerment

With a multitude of speakers, interactive sessions and cutting-edge discussions, the conference will address some of the most pressing issues facing women in leadership today. It’s an unmissable opportunity to engage with industry pioneers, share insights and chart the path to a more inclusive and equitable future for women in the workplace.

Highlights of the Standard Bank Top Women Conference 2024

Inspiring speakers and thought leadership:

Attendees can look forward to hearing from a diverse group of renowned thought leaders, experts and trailblazers who will discuss important issues affecting women in leadership across a variety of industries.

Topics:

• The Role of Banking and Commerce Solutions in Empowering Women Entrepreneurs and Society
• Women at the Forefront: Bridging Gender and Climate Action for a Sustainable Future
• Why Investing in Women’s Health and Wellbeing is Good Business
• From Passion to Career: Transitioning from Side Hustles to the Full-Time Entrepreneur Journey

Speakers:

• Sweetie. Phumzile Mgcina, Deputy Minister, Employment and Labor
• His Excellency Nardos Bekele-Thomas, Chief Executive Officer, African Union Development Agency-NEPAD
• Simone Cooper, Head of Business and Commercial Banking South Africa, Standard Bank Group
• Gwen Mwaba, managing director: trade finance and correspondent banking, African Export-Import Bank
• Cláudia Conceição, regional director for Southern Africa, International Finance Corporation (IFC)
• Jenine Zachar, Head of Value Proposition and Customer Experience, Standard Bank

Exclusive networking opportunities:

This event, attended by nearly 600 women from a variety of industries, offers a unique opportunity to make meaningful connections and collaborate on future projects.

Meet and interact with brands:

Throughout the conference, delegates will be able to interact with brands such as Edgars Beauty, Nailporium and more, getting makeup touch-ups.

Networking cocktail night:

Following the conference, delegates are invited to continue networking at a cocktail night hosted by Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa.

Sponsors and partners:

The Standard Bank Best Women Conference 2024 is proudly supported by a range of industry leaders and partners who share their commitment to creating positive change for women. Many thanks to our Platinum Sponsor Standard Bank; Host Province Partner: Gauteng Tourism Authority; and Premium Digital Partner: i-me.tech.

Silver partners: Merchants, merSETA, VISA and Strategic Fuel Fund.

Bronze partners: BP South Africa, WIPRO, Harmony Gold Mining Company, MDNTV, Exxaro Resources Limited, Mosholu, KZN Convention Bureau, SANAC, ENS Africa, Sibanye Gold Limited and GreySun Media.

Showcase counter: Davhadumela (Pty) Ltd, Hloba Clothing, TicketKore, Mancosa, Corporatemall, Kriel Occupational Health Centre, South African Airways, Biovac Institute, Godrej Consumer Products, Bridging and Associates, Diversifi, Afrizan People Intelligence, SALOME, Dvine Accountants & Consultants and Douwe Egberts.

Strategic partners: Primedia Out of Home, BPESA, Good Governance Africa, Channel Africa, YFM, Tractor Outdoor.

Lifestyle partners: CCBSA, Hada Labo, Selsun, HER Wine Collection, Elizabeth Arden, Era by DJ Zinhle, Edgars Beauty, Ellipse Waterfall Executive Apartments, Heineken, Nailporium & More, Dewdrop Skincare, Kolor Factory Cosmetics, Royal Revival® and Retro Chick.

Tickets and registration

Still a few tickets left! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this extraordinary event. Buy your ticket in person here: https://qkt.io/sjtS5h.

Join us online for free here: https://app.i-me.tech/ime-hub/stream-live/ba6803475ae711efa2969b5c0ea5f49b/48f2562c-02e5-4bba-b672-bc3f3efde9bd.