Overview
The WIEF Businesswomen Forum, a collaborative forum between WIEF Businesswomen Network and the Gangwon Provincial Government was held at Lakai Sandpine Resort, Gangneung City Korea on 7-9 November 2016.
With the theme “Women and the Creative Economy”, the Forum covered diverse related issues and each session, provided a useful platform for productive discussions among the panelists of the Forum and the Forum participants.
The forum addresses the following 4 major topics for the Panel Discussion sessions:
–Realising Women’s Potential in the Creative Economy
–Creating Unique Blends of Cultural Industry Across Asia
–Challenges and Business Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs in the Halal Industry
–Financing Options for Women Entrepreneurs
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WIEF Businesswomen Forum 2016
Gangneung City, Republic of Korea
8.00 am - 5.00 pm
7 November - 9 November 2016
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WIEF Businesswomen Forum 2016
Gangneung City, Republic of Korea
8.00 am - 5.00 pm
7 November - 9 November 2016
The WIEF Businesswomen Forum, a collaborative forum between WIEF Businesswomen Network and the Gangwon Provincial Government was held at Lakai Sandpine Resort, Gangneung City Korea on 7-9 November 2016.
With the theme “Women and the Creative Economy”, the Forum covered diverse related issues and each session, provided a useful platform for productive discussions among the panelists of the Forum and the Forum participants.
The forum addresses the following 4 major topics for the Panel Discussion sessions:
- Realising Women’s Potential in the Creative Economy
- Creating Unique Blends of Cultural Industry Across Asia
- Challenges and Business Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs in the Halal Industry
- Financing Options for Women Entrepreneurs
The two-day forum was attended by more than 150 delegates from 15 countries. (Brunei, Singapore, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Spain, Senegal, Sudan, Philippine, Kenya and Thailand).
The Roundtable Business Networking, on day 2, which offers 3 clusters: Creative and cultural industries, Beauty and healthcare industries and Halal industries has attracted 90 entrepreneurs to engage in the networking.
The Forum has received positive feedback from the delegates and there have been many suggestions to make it an annual event.
TUESDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2016
| Time | Sessions |
|---|---|
| 8:30AM – 10:00AM | REGISTRATION Arrival of Delegates, Guests and VIPs |
| 10:00AM – 10:50AM | OPENING CEREMONY Opening Remarks Remarks Welcoming Speech Keynote Address Promotional Videos of Gangwon Province and 2018 Winter Olympics Special Address |
| 11:00AM – 12:10PM | PANEL DISCUSSION – Realising Women’s Potential in the Creative Economy Creative industries are those industries that have their origin in individual creativity, skill and talent, and make a significant contribution to the national economy and job creation. Why are creative industries an effective means for empowering women? What are the key success factors for women entrepreneurs in creative industries? How can the public and private sectors encourage greater participation of women in the creative economy? Special Remarks Speakers Moderator |
| 12:10PM – 1:10PM | Lunch/Informal Networking |
| 1:10PM – 1:30PM | Trio Musical Performance |
| 1:30PM – 2:40PM | PANEL DISCUSSION – Creating Unique Blends of Cultural Industry Across Asia Cultural industries are a growing and significant part of the global economy. It offers great potential for investments, knowledge transfer as well as foster entrepreneurship. How does culture contribute to economic growth and job creation? What are some of the strategies toexpand the growth of thecultural industries? How can cultural industries across Asia create a unique blend? What are the policies and programmes that could help vitalise cultural exchanges? Special Remarks Speakers Moderator |
| 2:40PM – 3:50PM | PANEL DISCUSSION – Challenges and Business Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs in the Halal Industry The global halal economy was valued at USD3.2tn in 2012 and forecasted to double to USD6.4tn by 2018. What are the dynamics of the Halal Industries? What are the key challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in the industry and how can they be overcome? What are the business strategies that could be adopted by women entrepreneurs to advance in Halal industries? What are the strategies to help expand the demand in Halal tourism? Speakers Moderator |
| 3:50PM – 5:00PM | PANEL DISCUSSION – Financing Options for Women Entrepreneurs Women business owners continue to face unique challenges when seeking financing. Small business loan approval rates are lower for women-owned companies than they are for businesses owned by men. Additionally, revenue and credit scores are lower and operating costs are higher for women. Despite these challenges, the number of businesses owned by women continues to grow. What are the financial challenges and obstacles faced by women entrepreneurs?What are the traditional and other alternative financing options available for women entrepreneurs? Speakers Moderator |
| 6:30PM – 8:30PM | Gala Dinner Welcoming Remarks Korean Traditional Performance Dinner |
| 10:20AM – 5:00PM | SME Exhibition |
WEDNESDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 2016
| Time | Sessions |
|---|---|
| 9:30AM – 11:30AM | Roundtable Business Networking (RBN) The RBN is developed to encourage greater business networking opportunities for Forum participants. The RBN brings together like-minded individuals to get to know each other in an informal setting and resume discussion on business opportunities Clusters: Cultural and Creative Industries Halal Industries Beauty and Healthcare Industries |
| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Farewell Lunch / Informal Networking |
| 1:00PM – 5:00PM | Experiencing Korean Traditions and Tour
(Optional – For foreign participants only) |
| 9:00AM – 2:00PM | SME Exhibition |