

Resilience & Reinvention: How Women Can Build Thriving Careers and Businesses in Disruptive Times
In a rapidly changing world shaped by AI, economic shifts and geopolitical uncertainty, women—particularly across India and South Asia—face both unique challenges and unprecedented opportunities. This dynamic panel will explore how women can build resilience, adapt with confidence, and create thriving careers and businesses in disruptive times.
Through the lens of the United Nations’ International Women’s Day 2026 theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,” the discussion will focus on accelerating gender equality by addressing structural barriers, demanding equal justice, and empowering women to lead change.
Featuring an inspiring panel of leaders:
Mitali Nikore, CEO, Nikore Associates
Deepali Masirkar, Director at Tribal Affairs, IPS Officer
Simar Suri – Associate Partner at Suri & Company Law Firm
April Stephenson, Lead, LSE Generate Women Founders Network
Moderated by Chitra Iyer (Co-founder, Punjab Cultural Project)
The evening will include:
✨ Pre-panel networking
🎙️ A moderated discussion with audience Q&A
🚀 Insights into the LSE Generate Women Founders Network and LSE India Foundation
🤝 Closing networking over light refreshments
Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, student or changemaker, this event offers valuable perspectives, practical strategies, and meaningful connections.
Register now to secure your place and be part of a powerful conversation shaping the future of women’s leadership in disruptive times.