Event overview
First celebrated over a century ago, International Women’s Day unites women to praise their achievements, help support and advance women and girls, and to speed up the fight for gender equality.
Join us as we celebrate the occasion, exploring ways to #AccelerateAction for women’s equality and hearing from four inspirational women on our panel. Afterwards, indulge in a delicious lunch, a glass of fizz, and networking at the beautiful Eighteen lounge and rooftop terrace.
Format
11:00 – Arrival and refreshments
11:30 – Panel discussion
13:00 – Lunch and networking
14:00 – Close
Our speaker panel
Simonetta Rigo
Chief Client Officer, Rathbones
A dynamic and well-respected leader in financial services, Simonetta will reveal her successful career journey, driven by a passion for delivering exceptional client outcomes and strong commercial results.
Jigna Varu
Founder and CEO, Varu Beauty
Listed among the top females of the UK for business, hear Jigna's inspiring journey from successful scientist and award-winning business director to creating an inclusive, transparent cosmetics brand that empowers women to embrace their true selves.
Nishi Mehta
Founder, Embrace Inclusion
Nishi is a DEI expert and coach who will share her journey and offer insights into how organisations can empower women and underrepresented groups to succeed by creating truly inclusive cultures.
Darcy Laceby
Co-founder, Absolute Collagen
Named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 and awarded CEW Young Achiever, Darcy will share her journey of championing wellness, female empowerment, and securing £14 million in investment, alongside her co-founder and mother, Maxine.
