Gondeln in den Schweizer Bergen

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 CELEBRATION

Connect@Advance

7 March 2025
13:00-17:30, plus Apéro
Trafo Baden (right next to the train station)
English
By invitation only + live-streaming open to all

Wake Up the Changemaker in You!

Join us on 7 March, 2025, for our flagship event exclusively for our member companies as we come together to inspire action toward gender equality. This year, we’re going bigger than ever, with 500 participants expected to attend! 


Our theme, “Wake up the Changemaker in You!”, calls on everyone to unlock their transformative potential and drive positive change—whether you're a woman or a man, you have the power to challenge the status quo and lead by example.


This event emphasizes that real change starts from within. By harnessing your talents, questioning societal norms, and becoming advocates for equality, you can make a lasting impact. 


It's not just about raising awareness; it's about taking action. Whether you become a role model, build financial literacy, or inspire others, together we can create a future where gender equality thrives.


Don't miss this exclusive opportunity—wake up the changemaker in you and help lead the way! 

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Event Highlights

  • Inspiring keynote speakers & interviews from leading changemakers, activists, and thought leaders

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  • Engaging panel discussions on topics like women in leadership, gender equality in the workplace, and the role of men in fostering inclusion

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  • Hands-on workshops to equip attendees with tools for creating change—ranging from leadership skills to financial empowerment

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  • Opportunities to network with other changemakers, leaders, and activists

Hosts - Moderation

Alkistis Petropaki

Alkistis Petropaki

General Manager Advance


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Christine Maier

Christine Maier

Communications entrepreneur / Moderator


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Meet Our Speakers

We are excited to introduce an incredible lineup of changemakers who will share their insights and experiences during the event. Stay tuned for more information on our speakers and their session topics.

Speakers & Panelists

Beatrice Bichsel

Beatrice Bichsel

Head of Real Estate, Member of the Group Executive Board SBB


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Simonetta Sommaruga

Simonetta Sommaruga

Former President of Switzerland, President of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation


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Maryann Umoren Selfe

Maryann Umoren Selfe

Head of Investment Solutions at BIL Suisse


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Leila Schwery

Leila Schwery

VP Manufacturing & Technical Operations, Innovative Medicine J&J


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Liza Engel

Liza Engel

Managing Partner | Keynote Speaker | Leadership, Transformation, Communications Expert at LizaEngel.com


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Prof. Dr. Beatrice Beck Schimmer

Prof. Dr. Beatrice Beck Schimmer

Vice President Medicine at University of Zurich


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Henriette Wendt

Henriette Wendt

COO at Axpo Group, Member of the Executive Board


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AGENDA

12:15

Door opening

13:00

Welcome by Host Alkistis Petropaki & Moderator Christine Maier

13:10

Inspirational Keynotes & Interviews


Keynote by Maryann Umoren Selfe

Managing Director & Head of Investment Solutions at BIL Suisse

  

Interview with Simonetta Sommaruga

Former President of Switzerland, President of the Board of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation

 

Keynote by Prof. Beatrice Beck Schimmer

Vice-President Medicine at University of Zurich

14:30

Coffee Break & Networking (Ground Floor)

15:15

Parallel Sessions (90 Minutes) 

16:45

Transfer

17:00

Keynote by Liza Engel

Chief Sustainability Officer & Managing Partner at Deloitte Switzerland

17:30

Apéro with DJ 

 

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Registration

Registrations open on 28 November. Stay tuned!

Please note: Advance is dedicated to gender equality, and for that, we need balanced representation at our events. We ask you to bring an ally from another gender with you.

Barbara Favre, Kathrin Lindner, Relations Managers Advance

Questions?

Get in touch with us and learn more about our IWD Celebration. Barbara and Kathrin are happy to help and look forward to an exchange!


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