WomenIN Business and Leadership, 2nd Regional Conference 2026, Koper
Focus on merit-based recruitment and career development is crucial for women’s economic empowerment
Women (and men)IN Business & Leadership 2026, 2nd Regional conference, organized by Internationalis media platform and Nord Communications Adria, Slovenian PR agency, concluded successfully in Grand Koper Hotel on April 17th.
The event brought together 100 + participants, including women and men, influential and experienced business leaders, government representatives, policymakers, civil society organisations, diplomats, entrepreneurs, and innovators from Slovenia, the Region, Europe, and the World.
Messages that still echo after WIB 2026 emphasize the importance of empowering women in business and leadership, and gender collaboration, but more importantly, merit-based recruitment and career development principles, regardless of gender.
The conference gathered a diverse lineup of 30+ speakers who explored key topics including leadership in times of change, resilience mindset, economic empowerment, education, entrepreneurship, corporate responsibility, and the future of inclusive growth.
Throughout the conference, panel discussions and keynote sessions addressed both the opportunities and structural challenges that women in leadership roles face on a daily basis. Speakers underlined the importance of financial literacy, access to capital, mentorship, and stronger institutional support, while also highlighting success stories that are shaping the region’s evolving business landscape.
Supported by:
- WMG Foundation
- Triglav
- European Commission Representation in Slovenia
- OnaVe
- Beli labod
- Glow Slovenia
- Energize-me
- Conditus
- Makedonija Trade
- Radenska
- Afrodita Cosmetics
- Pivovarna Laško Union
- MenOsfera
- Agencija Vibe
- Grazia
- Nedeljnik
