From 23 to 25 May the historic city of Valletta will become the epicentre of global thought leadership and women's empowerment as it hosts the 18th BPW European Regional Conference and the 12th Young Symposium. Organized by Business & Professional Women (BPW) Valletta Malta, this landmark event will gather over 54 distinguished speakers from across the globe and delegates from more than 41 countries, all converging at the Mediterranean Conference Centre to share, learn, and inspire. The conference has also earned CPE Accreditation of 15 hours by MIA.
An unprecedented global gathering
This year's theme, 'BREAKING BARRIERS: Drive Your Own Success,' underscores the conference's mission to empower women to take charge of their careers and leadership journeys. Bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and young professionals from across Europe and beyond, the conference will address critical topics including Future Workplaces, Digitalization, Globalization, and Women's Leadership.
Thought Leaders and Visionary Speakers
The conference will feature world-class speakers, including:
- Elaine Bowers Coventry, President, The Coca-Cola Company Europe - Expert in cross-border business collaboration.
- Nicole Buffett, Acclaimed artist and business strategist - Delivering insights on creativity, AI, and business innovation.
- Helen Chorley, Investor and Business Strategist - Moderating key discussions on workforce transformation and leadership.
- Larisa Miller, President & CEO, Phoenix Global - Global leader in business networking and sustainability.
- Kaiane Aldorino, Former Miss World and BPW Gibraltar President - Speaker on resilience and transformation.
- Mirela Sula, CEO, Global Woman Club - Media entrepreneur advocating visibility and empowerment.
- Angelika Sharygina, Strategic Policy Advisor - Expert on misinformation interventions and geopolitics.
- Sameer Somal, CEO, Blue Ocean Global Technology - Thought leader on business strategy and personal branding.
- Jonathan Spiteri, Economist - Discussing workforce and economic shifts.
Sponsorship and Support
The BPW European Regional Conference 2025 is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: MVintage, The Coca-Cola Company, GSD, FinanceMalta, MDIA, MTA, Ministry for Finance, Rasheed Holdings, Residency Malta, Tech.MT, Malta Enterprise, European Funds, Equality, Reforms and Social Dialogue at the Office of the Prime Minister, APS Bank, Fenech & Fenech Advocates, LESA, MITA, Heritage Malta and Smart Technologies
. Their commitment to empowering women leaders and fostering innovation is vital to the success of this international event.
A Pioneering Collaboration for Gender Equality
One of the highlights of this conference will be the signing of a groundbreaking collaboration agreement between BPW Malta and European Women on Board (EWOB). The agreement will symbolize a united commitment to advancing women's leadership across the Board. As part of this collaboration, EWOB Chair Hedwige Nuyens will deliver a Masterclass on inclusive leadership, offering invaluable insights to aspiring and established leaders alike.
A Global Impact, Local Inspiration
While the conference is deeply rooted in Malta, its influence extends far beyond. It serves as a pivotal platform for fostering international cooperation, networking, and leadership development. Delegates will gain insights into the evolving dynamics of global business, digital transformation, and the empowerment of women in leadership.
Join Us
Registration is open at BPW Malta Website. Accredited with up to 15 hours of CPE, this conference promises invaluable knowledge, skills, and networking opportunities.
Registration link: https://bpwmalta.com/bpw-european-conference-2025/conference-registration/register/