eTrade for Women Masterclass
Growth and Impact:
Unlocking Opportunities for Women-Led Digital Businesses in South Asia
2-5 Dec. 2024
South Asia
New Delhi
Who can apply to the Masterclass?
- You are a woman and you are the founder/co-founder of your business
- You have a track record of at least 3 years in this role
- New technologies and digital tools are at the heart of your business model and operations
- You are based in one of the following countries : Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
- You are making a difference and creating a positive impact on your community
- We strongly encourage candidates from indigenous communities and marginalized groups to apply, as we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.
Do you meet all these criteria? Join us and take a dive into the digital transformation!
- Deadline : September 8, 2024 (24:59:59 GMT+2)
What’s in there for you?
All sessions will be delivered by renowned business leaders and experts in their fields.
The Masterclass will combine :
- Inspirational Talks
- Learning Sessions
- Policy Dialogues
- Networking Opportunities
Agenda
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Mon, December 2
Day 1: Provisional Agenda
(Subject to changes)
09:30 – 10:00
WELCOME AND REGISTRATION
10:00 – 10:30
OPENING OF THE MASTERCLASS- Opening Remarks by Ms. Shamika N. Sirimanne, Director; Division on Technology and Logistics, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
- Welcome message by Ms. Ajaita Shah, Founder and CEO of Frontier Markets and eTrade for Women Advocate
10:30 – 10:45
INTRODUCTION TO THE MASTERCLASS- With the UNCTAD eTrade for Women team
10:45 – 11:15
CONNECTING THE DOTS- Ice-breaker: Let’s get to know each other
11:15 – 11:30 (Coffee break)
11:30 – 12:30
LEARNING SESSION 1- Building your vision for growth
- With Ms. Ajaita Shah, eTrade for Women Advocate
12:30 – 14:00 (Lunch Break)
14:00 – 15:30
LEARNING SESSION 2.1- Design Thinking Workshop: Adopting a customer-centric approach through design-thinking
15:30 – 16:00 (Coffee break)
16:00 – 17:00
LEARNING SESSION 2.2- Design Thinking Workshop: Adopting a customer-centric approach through design-thinking
17:00 (End of Day 1)
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Tue, December 3
Day 2: Provisional Agenda
(Subject to changes)
09:00 – 09:15
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION TO DAY 2- With the UNCTAD eTrade for Women team
09:15 – 11:00
LEARNING SESSION 3.1- Unlock your access to finance for sustainable growth
- Assess your financial needs
- Identify the right sources of financing for your business
- Developing the right fundraising strategies
11:00 – 11:30 (Coffee break)
11:30 – 12:30
CONNECTING THE DOTS- Group exercise / Group Clinic (breakout session – discussions in small groups on topics of relevance)
12:30 – 14:00 (Lunch Break)
14:00 – 15:30
LEARNING SESSION 3.2- Unlock your access to finance for sustainable growth & Get ready to pitch
15:30 – 16:00 (Coffee break)
16:00 – 17:00
POLICY DIALOGUE- Private hearing with a Government representative focusing on the business environment, digitalization and women’s economic empowerment
- Moderated by Ms. Shamika N. Sirimanne, Director, DTL, UN Trade and Development
17:00 – 18:30 (Break)
18:30 – 20:00
Cocktail Reception
20:00 (End of Day 2)
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Wed, December 4
Day 3: Provisional Agenda
(Subject to changes)
09:00 – 12.30
SITE VISIT- Transport to the site visit (by own means)
- Site visit
- Transport back to the venue (by own means)
12:30 – 14:00 (Lunch Break)
14:00 – 15:30
LEARNING SESSION 4
15:30 – 16:00 (Coffee break)
16:00 – 17:00
CONNECTING THE DOTS- Boosting your leadership
17:00 (End of Day 3)
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Thu, December 5
Day 4 : Provisional Agenda
(Subject to changes)
09:00 – 09:15
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO DAY 4- Quick warm-up
09:15 – 10:45
LEARNING SESSION 5- Intellectual Property
- Case study
10:45 – 11:15 (Coffee Break)
11:15 – 12:30
THE ETRADE FOR WOMEN COMMUNITY- Introducing the eTrade for Women Community
- Group discussion: building the South Asia Community (Community Leaders, key topics of interest, etc.)
12:30 – 14:00 (Lunch Break)
14:00 – 15:15
INSPIRATIONAL SESSION- With Ms. Ajaita Shah, eTrade for Women Advocate
15:30 – 16:15
WRAP-UP SESSION- Time to reflect on your key learnings from the Masterclass and how to implement change in your business
- Feedback survey
16:15 – 17:00
CLOSING SESSION- Closing remarks
- Certificates & group picture
17:00 (Closing of the Masterclass)