“Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: WEConnect International Hosts Building Resilient Economies Summit”

On March 5, 2025, WEConnect International successfully organized the Building Resilient Economies Summit at Hotel Lalit, New Delhi, with a focus on integrating women entrepreneurs into global and regional value chains.

Dr. Tania Ray Bhattacharya, Founder and CEO of The Celestial Earth, delivered a keynote highlighting the importance of green trade, sustainability, and inclusive supply chains in driving sustainable growth. She emphasized that integrating women entrepreneurs and marginalized groups into supply chains not only strengthens economic resilience but also spurs innovation and promotes social equity.

The summit featured distinguished keynote speakers, including Elizabeth Vazquez (CEO, WEConnect International), Smt. Smriti Irani (Cabinet Minister, Government of India), Sh. Ravi Kumar Narra (National President, DICCI), and Mr. Dinkar Singh (UPS Indian Subcontinent). Their addresses focused on women empowerment, urging women entrepreneurs to seize market opportunities, analyze trends, and scale their businesses effectively.

The event served as a celebration of women entrepreneurs and a reaffirmation of the commitment to gender-inclusive supply chains. It marked a significant step forward in building economic resilience and advancing the role of women in the global economy.