8 NOVEMBER2026W MAN LEADERGLOBAL W MAN LEADERGLOBAL NEWS BITESThree Cultures Foundation is set to organize the `INTREPIDA Forum: Bridges of Entrepreneurship', on October 27 and 28 where women entrepreneurs from Spain and Portugal will have the opportunity to share their experiences and look for business growth opportunities. The conference will involve participants from Seville, Huelva and Cádiz as well as women entrepreneurs from Portuguese regions of the Algarve and Alentejo.The forum will foster collaboration between female businesses and show the significance of communication as a key instrument for entrepreneurship. Some of the topics to be discussed at the event include customer loyalty, entering the new markets and the use of artificial intelligence in order to promote business activities. Through the discussion, the entrepreneurs will get ideas to improve their market interaction, build better business relations and meet customers' needs. The Korean Women Entrepreneurs Association has introduced WE-CON as the new brand name for its nationwide women CEO management retreat, held in Jeju. The event brings together women business leaders to strengthen their management skills and expand professional networks.Around 1,500 women entrepreneurs from across South Korea attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 WE-CON retreat on October 26 at the International Convention Center Jeju. Hosted by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups and organized by the Korean Women Entrepreneurs Association, the two-day, one-night event runs through October 27 under the slogan, "Light that Brightens the World, 3.37 Million Women-Led Companies That Lead the Future."Established in 1999, the retreat aims to enhance the management capabilities of women entrepreneurs and encourage collaboration through business networking. Over the years, it has provided a platform for women business owners to exchange experiences, share knowledge, and explore opportunities for growth. Women entrepreneurs across Africa and the Caribbean can register for IgniteHER 4.0, a three-day virtual conference aimed at helping business owners strengthen their leadership skills, build sustainable enterprises and develop long-term growth strategies. The event will take place from November 5 to 7, 2026, with registration closing on October 25.The conference is expected to bring together more than 4,000 women entrepreneurs for expert-led sessions, panel discussions, interactive workshops and networking opportunities. Participants will also have opportunities to showcase their businesses through virtual exhibitions and connect with fellow entrepreneurs across the two regions.IgniteHER 4.0 will focus on providing women entrepreneurs with practical knowledge and strategies to strengthen their businesses. Through expert-led sessions, participants will explore approaches to building sustainable enterprises and managing business operations for long-term success. INTREPIDA TO HOST FOUR INTERNATIONAL FORUMS IN SPAIN & PORTUGALSOUTH KOREA LAUNCHES WE-CON FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IGNITEHER 4.0 OPENS REGISTRATION FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS"Growth and comfort do not coexist." -- Ginni Rometty, Former CEO of IBM
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