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ABWCI X WIN come together for ‘Breaking the Glass Ceiling – The Anecdotes of Impact’
Mumbai: The Association of Business Women in Commerce & Industry (ABWCI) and Women Inspiring Network (WIN), an inspirational storytelling network proudly present a captivating panel discussion titled “Breaking the Glass Ceiling – The Anecdotes of Impact.” The panel discussion will take place on Monday, 28 August 2023, between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM at the India International Centre (IIC) Seminar Hall One, New Delhi. ABCWI and WIN have come together to create a platform where accomplished women leaders will shed light on their journeys filled with determination and fearlessness.
The initiative under the aegis of the G20/W20 secretariat and ABWCI’s initiative #WomenInVyapaar brings together remarkable women entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds to share their unfiltered stories of their journeys. This collaborative panel discussion is a W20 Jan Bhagidari event powered by the Women Inspiring Network (WIN) with support from Think Through Consulting (TTC). As a proud W20 knowledge partner and a global chamber of commerce, WIN and ABWCI aim to further the agenda of women-led development and empowerment.
“We believe that sharing these empowering narratives of women entrepreneurs will inspire and empower the next generation of women leaders,” said ABWCI CEO Dr Ambika Sharma. “Through collaborative efforts with partners like WIN and TTC, we are fostering an environment that encourages gender equality and inclusive business practices.”
Women Inspiring Network (WIN) Founder Stuti Jalan said, “We are excited and honoured to partner with ABWCI, where we are a part of the discussion that will talk about the women and the inspiring journey that has made them the successful professionals of today. The event offers them a platform to come forward and share their stories that will inspire other women to believe that sheer dedication and hard work can help them achieve their dreams.”
The event will bring together prominent women entrepreneurs and leaders from diverse sectors to share their inspiring stories of determination, growth, and resilience. The women leaders participating in the panel discussion include Naina Ruhail (founder and co-CEO, Vanity Wagon), Pushpanjali Chawla (author and entrepreneur), Aastha Goel (author), Pooja Bagrecha (founder, Amayra Jewellery) Sonal Malhotra (entrepreneur) and Harpreeth Suri (influencer). Through a series of candid conversations, panellists will reflect on their journey and share their reflections. The panel discussion not only provides a platform for sharing anecdotes and experiences but also contributes to the shared vision of the G20/W20 Secretariat, ABWCI, and WIN to promote gender equality and women’s participation in the economy.
The event will also mark the launch of “I AM WHERE I AM”, an online dialogue series that aims to amplify the voices of women entrepreneurs who have broken barriers and achieved excellence in their respective fields. In a world where challenges are turned into opportunities, where dreams are transformed into reality, where glass ceilings are shattered, comes a series that celebrates the unstoppable spirit of women entrepreneurs. Get ready to embark on a journey of inspiration, innovation, and insight.
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Time brings TIME100 Next franchise to India with Reliance
List to spotlight 100 emerging leaders, gala set for December 2026 in Mumbai.
MUMBAI: It’s about time India’s next wave got a global spotlight and now, it’s on the list. New York-headquartered Time is expanding its TIME100 Next franchise to India, partnering with Reliance Industries Limited to launch TIME100 Next India, its first international extension of the rising leaders platform. The announcement was made at the Time100 Gala in New York by Jessica Sibley and Nita Mukesh Ambani, signalling a strategic push to tap into India’s growing influence across sectors.
The India edition will recognise 100 emerging leaders from the country and the global Indian diaspora, spanning business, science, sports, arts and social impact. The list will be curated by Time’s editorial team and published online, continuing the franchise’s focus on identifying individuals shaping the future.
The initiative will culminate in a gala event scheduled for December 2026 at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, anchoring the platform within India’s cultural and business ecosystem.
TIME’s broader Time100 franchise has steadily expanded its global footprint since 2021 through events and impact-led initiatives. Executives noted that India’s growing pool of influential voices and innovators made it a natural next step for the platform’s international ambitions.
For Reliance, the partnership aligns with its broader push to support emerging talent and ideas on a global stage. For Time, it marks a timely bet on India not just as a market, but as a talent engine shaping the next chapter of global leadership.
