# Event Details - **Event Name**: GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: A transformational assembly of women leaders, visionaries, entrepreneurs, pioneers, and change-agents from across the globe.About this EventGLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026The Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 (GWLS26) proudly returns for its eighth consecutive year as one of the world’s most influential platforms convening visionary women, thought leaders, pioneers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and global change agents committed to shaping the future of transformational leadership and inspiring generational impact and global change.Taking place 6th–7th November 2026 at the state‑of‑the‑art Liverpool Hope University, Hope Park, L16 9JD, the summit will once again position Liverpool as a global hub for purpose‑driven leadership, innovation, and cross‑border collaboration. Daily sessions will run from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, followed by the prestigious Visionary Woman Awards Dinner on Saturday, 7th November, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM, where exceptional women whose leadership demonstrates sustained generational contribution and global relevance will be formally honoured.This year’s theme, “The Visionary Woman: Leading with Authority, Inspiring Generational Impact & Global Transformation,” honours the transformational power of visionary women who lead with clarity, conviction, and purpose. It underscores how vision-driven leadership not only illuminates the path forward but also cultivates unshakeable confidence, ignites generational and cultural change, and produces tangible results that strengthen families, elevate organisations, and transform nations.GWLS26 will feature high‑level keynote addresses, plenary sessions, strategic panel dialogues, masterclasses, and leadership clinics designed to equip women across governance, enterprise, academia, finance, innovation, faith, and public leadership. Delegates will engage with cutting‑edge frameworks that translate vision into measurable, sustainable, generational and global impact. The summit will also advance best practices in transformational leadership, economic empowerment, mentorship, and international collaboration.GWLS26 AGENDAGLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 (GWLS26)5–9 November 2026 | Liverpool, United KingdomJoin us in the iconic city of Liverpool for an unforgettable leadership experience designed to inspire action, foster partnerships, and create lasting global impact.DAY ONEThursday 5 November 2026Global Welcome Reception & Networking Evening📍 Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b9bc5a60-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Hosted in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University, the summit officially begins with an exclusive welcome reception bringing together delegates, speakers, dignitaries, sponsors, partners, academics, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and leaders from across the UK and around the world.This prestigious evening provides the perfect setting to establish meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and begin building relationships that will extend far beyond the summit itself.DAY TWOFriday 6 November 2026Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 – Day One📍 Liverpool Hope University🕤 9:30 AM – 6:00 PMTheme Focus:Leading with Authority: Vision, Influence & Transformational Leadership https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ba13c930-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1200-h480-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ba57d710-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1200-h660-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg The summit opens with a dynamic programme of keynote addresses, plenary sessions, strategic leadership dialogues, panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops, and professional development clinics.Delegates will gain practical insights, leadership tools, and innovative strategies designed to strengthen their influence, elevate their impact, and equip them to lead with greater confidence and authority.DAY THREESaturday 7 November 2026Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 – Day Two📍 Liverpool Hope University🕤 9:30 AM – 6:00 PMTheme Focus:Inspiring Generational Impact & Global Transformation https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/baa64530-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Day Three explores how visionary leadership creates sustainable change, empowers future generations, and drives transformation across communities, organisations, and nations.Through inspiring keynotes, leadership masterclasses, panel discussions, mentorship conversations, and the Young Leaders Forum, delegates will discover how to transform vision into legacy and influence into lasting impact.SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER EVENINGVisionary Woman Awards Dinner📍 Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom🕖 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/badbd420-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1200-h454-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bb2400b0-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg The summit culminates in the prestigious Visionary Woman Awards Dinner, celebrating extraordinary women whose leadership, innovation, service, and influence are creating meaningful and lasting change around the world.This elegant evening of recognition, inspiration, celebration, and networking is one of the highlights of the GWLS26 experience.A Call to Visionaries Across the GlobeAs a global platform, GWLS26 now issues an official call for visionary leaders, speakers, workshop facilitators, exhibitors, sponsors, strategic partners, and volunteers who align with the summit’s mandate. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high‑level international gathering that prioritises and accelerates women’s empowerment, leadership, and global influence.Partner organisations will gain strategic visibility, direct engagement with decision‑makers, and alignment with a global network advancing authority‑driven leadership and sustainable transformation.Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi, Founder and Summit Host, had this to say:“I am immensely honoured and prIvileged to once again lead one of the most diverse and transformational gatherings of vision‑ and purpose‑driven women leaders and pioneers from across the globe, whose unwavering conviction and courage are transforming families, institutions, communities, and nations. Their shared vision continues to create generational impact and build sustainable global change and connections — demonstrating the extraordinary power of women who lead with clarity, purpose, and divine authority.”All proceeds from the summit will go towards Voice of Nations CIC’s Empowerment and Transformation Programmes, providing 100 young girls and women:✅ Self-esteem, confidence, and leadership training✅ One-to-one mentoring and coaching✅ Cutting-edge personal development and transformation workshops and skills development✅ Opportunities for women and young girls to thrive and excel in leadership positionsFor every ticket purchased, you will be directly investing in the future of a woman or girl, helping them rewrite their stories and unlock their full potential-creating a lasting legacy and impact. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/bb6bdf20-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w522-h740-dcd8d8e8-gmir.jpg MEET OUR MATRON , HOST, KEYNOTE SPEAKERS, SPEAKERS, PANELLISTS & MENTORSThe Powerful Team of Global Visionaries and World-Class leaders who will be speaking at the summit will be updated as we confirm our global speakers.Watch this space for more. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bb97d120-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w501-h740-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg HRH Queen Naa Tsotsoo Soyoo I: Queen from The Ga State of Ghana & Matron of Global Visionary Women NetworkHaving won global recognition for her work, teachings, strategic leadership, business acumen and community engagement, Queen Naa has evolved her work into focusing on steering the next generation of Female Traditional and Conventional Leaders, building their capacity and introducing the concept of Strategic, dynamic, Diplomatic Leadership.Queen Naa holds a degree in Law, Politics and International Studies, Diploma in Real Estate Management, Post-graduates in Real Estate and Project Management, Qualifications in Global Diplomacy, Citizenship & Rule of Law, Internal Displacement & Conflict Resolution and Human Rights in Open Societies.Aside from her position as Matron of the Global Visionary Women Network, Queen Naa is the CEO of Fortune Global Business and Founder the Global Conference of Empowered Dynamic Women (GLOCED), Ten Talents Networks and The Soyoo Foundation. She sits on the panel of the UK's Africa Diaspora Malaria Initiative (ADMI) and is the first female President of the National Council of Ghanaian Unions.Queen Naa is mother to Princess Ewura-ama Dedei Adjorbo and Prince Nana Shikatse. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bba65010-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w559-h740-dc281808-gmir.jpg Dr. Sylvia Forchap-Likambi: Founder/Global Chair of The Global Visionary Women Network & Host of GWLS26Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi is a visionary, multi-award-winning empowerment and transformation authority, transformational speaker, life coach and executive coach, and ten-time international best-selling author. She is the Founder and Global Chair of the Global Visionary Women Network, Founder and CEO of the award-winning Community Interest Company Behaviour Changed (Voice of Nations), and Global CEO and Consultant of Dr Sylvia Likambi International and its Health & Wellbeing Clinic.Over the course of her work, Dr Sylvia has coached, empowered, and transformed millions of lives globally, supporting individuals, especially women, to overcome addiction, depression, limitation, and disempowering narratives, and to step into leadership, entrepreneurship, employment, and purposeful living. Born in Cameroon and educated in Cameroon, Italy, Australia, and the Uk, she holds a Doctor of Ph*rm*cy degree and a PhD, and has an extensive background in medical and leukaemia research, with publications in international peer-reviewed journals. She is also an ILM-certified executive and life coach. As a 10-time international bestselling author and transformational speaker, her work resonates across the world, inspiring individuals to embrace authenticity, leadership, and personal transformationShe grew up in Cameroon and later moved to Italy where she earned a Doctor of Ph*rm*cy degree and a PhD degree. She was awarded the Italian Ministry of Higher Education and Research scholarship for excellence, and the Australian- Europe Scholarships to accomplish a year’s collaboration with the University of Sydney (Nepean Hospital). At completion of her PhD in Australia and Italy, she worked as Postdoctoral Researcher in Italy and the UK; and became Honorary Research Associate with the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in 2008, and a member of The European Haematology Association in 2009.In addition, she contributes as a skincare consultant and Research Director at Teyes Eye Skincare, a brand focused on innovative organic products, while also embracing her role as a dedicated mother and mentor to her accomplished children, young published authors and entrepreneurs.Dr Sylvia is widely recognised for her service-led leadership, resilience, and unwavering commitment to restoring identity, dignity, and purpose. Her life and work are a testament to her belief that true leadership is rooted in service, and that transformation begins from within. The greatest testament of her authority is her life.She has featured on several national and international Radio and TV stations, to speak on the theme of female empowerment, entrepreneurship, leadership, and other topics; and been guest/ keynote speaker to several audiences, ranging from community groups to universities nationally and globally. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bbd21b00-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w579-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg Natalie Reeves Billing DL FRSA: Deputy Lieutenant of MerseysideNatalie Reeves Billing an award-winning author, literacy innovator, and creative community leader. Born in Toxteth and now based on the Wirral, Natalie is widely recognised for her vibrant storytelling, commitment to literacy, and her ability to connect communities through creativity.With a background in the music industry as a professional performer and songwriter, Natalie naturally transitioned into storytelling, bringing a lyrical flair and distinctive dark humour to her writing. She creates imaginative, often spooky stories for children, while also writing poetry, contemporary fiction, and flash fiction for adult audiences. Her published works include multiple anthologies and collaborations with fellow poets, musicians, and scriptwriters.Natalie is the founder of Builder Book, an initiative that empowers communities—especially young families, women, and underrepresented groups—to tell their own stories through words and illustrations. Through her Bubs Literacy Project, she works to improve literacy and creative engagement in vulnerable communities, a mission supported by the Lloyds Bank Social Entrepreneurs Programme.Her titles include My Mummy is a Monster (part of the Monstrous Me series) and Carry Love. She is a friend of the Arvon Foundation, a student of the Golden Egg Academy, and an active participant in Writing on the Wall’s creative writing community.As a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and a Governor of Everton Free School, Natalie continues to champion education, innovation, and accessibility in the arts. She also hosts and contributes to radio programming, regularly engaging audiences in conversations around storytelling, creativity, and community.Natalie describes herself as a corporate and community connector—someone who builds meaningful networks and rallies people behind shared goals. Her work spans the worlds of literature, education, charity, and STEAM outreach, with a focus on encouraging others to find joy in creativity and to make their voices heard. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bbfde5f0-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w628-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg Kathryn Lancioni: U.S. Director of the Global Visionary Women NetworkKathryn is a communications strategist, leadership coach, and educator dedicated to helping leaders use their voices with clarity, confidence, and impact. As the U.S. Director of the Global Visionary Women Network, she is focused on elevating women’s leadership, fostering meaningful global connections, and creating platforms where bold ideas — and the people behind them — can thrive.Kathryn’s work sits at the intersection of communication, leadership, and resilience. Through her leadership of a communications and leadership consultancy, she has worked with Fortune 500 executives, founders, and emerging leaders to strengthen executive presence, sharpen messaging, and lead more effectively in high-stakes environments. She is known for helping individuals navigate pivotal moments, build authentic personal brands, and communicate with intention in increasingly complex professional landscapes.With a background spanning journalism, public relations, corporate communications, and academia, Kathryn has partnered with global organisations including IBM, Deloitte, UPS, Sony, and Analog Devices, as well as early-stage startups building their voice from the ground up. She began her career at leading global agencies including Edelman, Ogilvy, and Weber Shandwick, where she developed and executed strategic campaigns for some of the world’s most recognised brands.An award-winning educator and thought leader, Kathryn serves as an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers University and Montclair State University, where she teaches courses in communication, collaboration, and writing across media. She is the author of three textbooks — Communication Research, The Practice of Public Relations, and PR: The Changing Global Landscape — and a frequent contributor to Forbes, where she writes on leadership, communication, and the evolving workplace.Kathryn is also the host of the Gut Punch Podcast, a platform focused on resilience, reinvention, and the real stories behind success. Across her work in coaching, media, and education, she has built a reputation for helping individuals and organisations not only communicate more effectively, but show up more powerfully.In her role with the Global Visionary Women Network, Kathryn is leading efforts to expand the organisation’s presence across the United States, cultivate a dynamic and inclusive community of leaders, and advance initiatives that empower women to lead boldly, connect globally, and create lasting impact. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bc39b670-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w559-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg HE MRS. NEO JANE MASISIFORMER FIRST LADY OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANAA Chartered Management Accountant, humanitarian, and internationally respected advocate, Mrs. Masisi has dedicated her life to advancing women’s rights, youth empowerment, health, and social development across Africa and beyond.Born in Botswana, she set out to pursue excellence in education and service to others. She is a Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA,UK) and in addition holds a Master in Business Administration from De Montfort University (UK). She later built a distinguished career in her home country within the private sector in different key sectors, ranging from mining to hospitality. Her quest for service at global level led her to the international civil service arena, joining the United Nations Secretariat (2004-2018) where she served in the USA, Ethiopia and Central African Republic.In 2018, when her husband, H.E. Dr. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi, assumed office as President of Botswana, Mrs. Masisi embraced the role of First Lady (2018-2024) with vision, intention and commitment. She championed both national and international initiatives, in the areas of:Health: HIV/AIDS prevention, targeting youth including Adolescent Girls and Young WomenHealth: Mental Health to address youth and Drug useWomen: focusing on Gender Based ViolenceWomen: Women Economic EmpowermentGlobal Advocacy & RecognitionUNAIDS Special Ambassador for the Empowerment and Engagement of Young People in Botswana (2019)UNAIDS Champion for the Empowerment and Engagement of Young Women (2023)OAFLAD Member: Collaborated with African First Ladies to drive social and health development initiatives. (2018-2024)Clevenard Seminar and Panel Discussion Forum - (2025) received the Women’s Empowerment & Global Social Development Leadership Award in recognition of her tireless advocacy and achievements in promoting gender equality both in Botswana and across Africa.Iconic Global Summit and Honours (2025) Special Award for Public Service LeadershipParticipation at International ForaMrs. Masisi has participated at international fora both as a Panelist and Guest Speaker; sharing her personal story; her service as First Lady and that of her country while advocating for gender equality and women empowerment.Her leadership has served to break the mould of First Lady in her country where she used “her soft power, her voice and her presence” traversing the country, to directly impact communities in Botswana, thus leaving a lasting legacy.Post her role as First Lady, Mrs. Masisi continues to give back to others, and has recently taken up Executive Coaching.Beyond her official roles, Mrs. Masisi is a devoted wife to Dr. Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi 5th President of Botswana, and mother to their only daughter. Her enduring legacy is one of resilience, dignity, and purposeful service, as it inspires women, youth, and leaders to believe in the power of self-efficacy, service and gender equality. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/bc84f040-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w662-h740-dc282828-gmir.jpg Professor Tim Nichol: Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Business and Law,Liverpool John Moores UniversityProfessor Nichol joined Liverpool John Moores University in 2015, first as Dean of the Liverpool Business School and he is currently the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for the newly created Faculty of Society and Culture. His research interests are in the area of corporate governance, family company governance and power maintenance in multi-generation business families and family businesses.Professor Nichol has a degree in Jurisprudence from Oxford University and a PhD from the University of York. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has held or holds fellowship status with the Royal Society of Arts, the Chartered Institute of Taxation and the Chartered Management Institute. After qualifying with Coopers and Lybrand as an accountant, Professor Nichol joined the Newcastle Business School in 1992 and held senior positions as Associate Dean Undergraduate, Associate Dean Teaching and Learning and Director of Northumbria University’s London Campus. In 1997 he was seconded temporarily to the UK Government’s Know How Fund and worked as a Resident Advisor at the Ukrainian central bank as part of a multi-agency team, advising on the implementation of banking and reform measures.Professor Nichol holds a number of external academic and professional appointments including editorial and review responsibilities, non-executive and other board directorships and Trustee positions. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/bcc1ab20-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w602-h740-dcc8b8b8-gmir.jpg Ambassador Moleboheng Matli MBL: President of Woman African Tourism Board (WATB)Moleboheng Matli is a South African leader, development strategist, and social entrepreneur serving as the Founder, President, and Executive Chairperson of the Moleboheng Matli Foundation (MMF), a social impact organisation focused on education, literacy enhancement, youth empowerment, leadership development, and community transformation across Africa.She holds a Master’s in Business Leadership (MBL) and is currently a PhD Candidate, with her academic and professional focus centred on leadership, development systems, education, and social impact innovation. Her work integrates academic insight with practical implementation across education, governance, and community development initiatives.Through MMF, she leads flagship programmes including the Moleboheng Matli E-Learning Centre & Library, youth mentorship and leadership development initiatives, and women and community empowerment programmes. These initiatives are designed to expand access to education, strengthen human capital development, and support long-term socio-economic transformation.Her leadership extends beyond organisational management into convening and shaping multi-stakeholder platforms that connect education, policy dialogue, investment engagement, and cross-border collaboration. This positions MMF within a broader ecosystem of African development, partnerships, and institutional cooperation.Moleboheng Matli’s work is grounded in the belief that education is the most powerful tool for transformation, and that sustainable development is achieved through access, opportunity, and intentional leadership development that empowers individuals and communities to reach their full potential.She has also been recognised for her contributions in governance, media, philanthropy, and business leadership, with a focus on advancing inclusive growth, women’s empowerment, and youth development across South Africa and the continent.Under her leadership, MMF continues to grow as a catalyst for structured, values-driven, and impact-oriented development work that bridges education, leadership, and sustainable community transformation. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bced27f0-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w740-h740-dcb8a898-gmir.jpg Professor Cate Carroll: Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic) at Liverpool HopeProfessor Cate Carroll is the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Education and Social Sciences at Liverpool Hope University and a respected global leader in education. With a career spanning over 30 years, she began as an early childhood educator in Australia before progressing into senior leadership roles across universities in Australia and the UK..Her leadership is defined by a commitment to inclusion, belonging, and social justice, shaping educational environments that empower students and communities. She has led major academic teams, developed programmes across all levels of higher education, and mentored emerging leaders in the field.Professor Carroll’s global influence extends through her work with the World Organisation for Early Childhood Education (OMEP), where she holds a senior leadership role contributing to international advocacy and policy for young children.Her leadership philosophy is grounded in purpose and people, reflected in her belief that education should “create a learning environment that values the learners’ perspectives, fosters feelings of belonging and enables learners to aspire and achieve their ambitions.”Across her career, she exemplifies values-driven female leadership, combining academic excellence with a collaborative, purpose-led approach that advances equity and transforms lives through education. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bcfe6600-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w550-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Dr. Fomum Victorine Agum: Olympian, Award-Winning Athlete & President, Global Women Emancipation in SportsFomum Victorine Agum is an Olympian and highly accomplished athlete, celebrated for her unwavering dedication, perseverance, and success across seven sports disciplines. With a distinguished career that has earned her over 60 medals, 50 trophies, and numerous awards, her journey is an inspiring testament to excellence in both sport and community development.Beyond her athletic achievements, Victorine has established herself as a performance-driven professional with extensive experience in planning, organising, and executing impactful projects. Her work, particularly in empowering women and creating safe, inclusive spaces, has positioned her as a key figure in community leadership and development. She is highly skilled in developing and implementing regulations and procedures that meet both national and international standards, ensuring that her initiatives are well-structured and effective.Victorine’s leadership extends to managing complex initiatives such as empowerment programmes, networking events, advocacy campaigns, and leadership development activities. Her ability to foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including civil society organisations, sports federations, sponsors, and media partners, has contributed to her lasting impact in the community and sporting arenas.Renowned for her versatility, enthusiasm, and ambition, Victorine is committed to driving positive change in every aspect of her professional life. Her unique blend of competitive spirit and strategic leadership continues to inspire those around her, making her a powerful force for transformation and success. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bd2b1b50-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w740-h740-dcd8d8e8-gmir.jpg ELLEN DUFFY-LUEBFounder & CEO | Reclaim Your ControlSustainable Performance & Leadership Strategist | International Keynote SpeakerEllen Duffy-Lueb is an Executive Human Performance and Sustainable Leadership Strategist, international keynote speaker, Amazon Best-Selling Author, and Founder & CEO of Reclaim Your Control, a Netherlands-based leadership development company.With over 17 years of international experience spanning business consultancy, higher education, training, and coaching, Ellen helps senior leaders and organisations sustain high performance without sacrificing their wellbeing, energy, or long-term effectiveness. Her work focuses on the critical intersection of leadership, human performance, wellbeing, and sustainable success, with a particular passion for supporting women leaders in navigating the demands of modern leadership while protecting the capacity that makes lasting impact possible.Prior to founding Reclaim Your Control, Ellen worked in international marketing research and consultancy for leading global organisations and spent nine years teaching and coaching in higher education. Her own experience with burnout became a turning point that inspired her mission to help ambitious professionals achieve success in a way that is both sustainable and human.Ellen is the creator of the FOCUS Operating System, a practical framework that helps leaders strengthen clarity, energy, focus, and decision-making capacity in increasingly demanding environments. She combines evidence-based human performance principles with an integrated view of the physical, mental, and social-emotional factors that influence leadership effectiveness.She is the Amazon Best-Selling Author of Sustainable Performance for Leaders: The Brain Athlete Approach to Energy, Focus, and Lasting Success, a book that challenges traditional views of leadership performance and introduces the concept of leaders as “brain athletes” who must actively manage their capacity in order to sustain impact over time.An award-winning strategist and sought-after speaker, Ellen has delivered keynotes, workshops, and leadership programmes for international audiences across Europe. Her insights have been featured in numerous international publications, and she is recognised for her practical, engaging, and thought-provoking approach to leadership development.At the Global Women Leadership Summit 2026, Ellen will chair the panel discussion Sustainable Leadership: The Role of Women's Health, Wellbeing and Capacity in Creating Generational Impact, bringing together diverse perspectives on how leaders can create meaningful impact while sustaining their own capacity to lead. Ellen is passionate about helping leaders move beyond survival mode and build the foundations for sustainable success, lasting influence, and meaningful contribution. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bd5b2c00-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w731-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Moni Akinsanya: Associate Director of Diversity and Inclusion, Liverpool John Moores UniversityMoni provides expertise on all matters related to diversity and inclusivity. She has also worked as a consultant with other organisations, advising on initiatives such as Reciprocal Mentoring and Positive Action Programmes. She has served as a trustee on several community boards, making significant contributions and working in partnership with key community representatives.Moni has developed numerous project initiatives with community groups and organised various women’s programmes particularly for women of colour and faith some of which attracted over 200 participants from around the world. Moni is actively involved in various local and national networks.Moni has credited LJMU's inclusive environment as a place ‘where individuals are valued regardless of their background’, and as a breath of fresh air. She said: “It’s a place where I can be myself and I feel respected for who I am and for what I do.”One of the projects Moni is proudest of, is the Reciprocal Mentoring Project, where the university realised it needed to do something different that would transform the way LJMU understands and responds to the perspective of Black students who are part of our community.After the success of the internal Reciprocal Mentoring Programme with students, an external programme was developed with leaders in the city and members of LJMU’s Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to take the conversation outside of the university and into the wider community.After the success of many of these inclusive initiatives, Moni is looking to the future and what she’d like to see happen at LJMU when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion including an increase in representation (a Positive Action Programme is currently on going at LJMU to get more people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, into professional services and academic roles), addressing the degree awarding gap, ensuring diversity in leadership roles and promoting the People Plan within the university. She also hopes to expand the Reciprocal Mentoring Programme by working with partners outside LJMU and in partnership with various departments, senior leaders and different members of the LJMU community with protected characteristics. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bd845ee0-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w593-h740-dc686868-gmir.jpg Yasmina Ibragimova: Founder & CEO of YamorattiYasmina Ibragimova, also known online as Miya Muratta, is a pioneering digital entrepreneur, creative strategist, and one of Uzbekistan’s youngest female innovators to make an international impact. At just 20 years old, she has already carved out a reputation as a force of vision and execution, blending creativity with business strategy across digital platforms and ventures.She began her journey at the age of 12, becoming Uzbekistan’s first cosplay blogger. Over time, she evolved into a lifestyle content creator, building a community of over 214,000 followers drawn to her authentic storytelling and creative perspective. Her years of experience led to a deep expertise in influencer marketing and campaign strategy, culminating in high-profile collaborations with global brands such as Coca-Cola, Garnier, Elemis, and Erborian. These partnerships helped establish her as one of Uzbekistan’s most influential digital creators.At 17, Ibragimova launched an innovative IT project that brought museums into the metaverse—an ambitious fusion of culture and technology. The initiative garnered significant recognition, providing her team with the opportunity to present directly to the Presidents of both Uzbekistan and Turkey. This milestone affirmed her role not just as a creator, but as a leader.Seeking to expand her impact, she relocated to London, where she founded Yamoratti, a full-service advertising agency built for bold, forward-thinking brands. Under her leadership, Yamoratti has become known for crafting visually powerful, emotionally resonant, and culturally relevant campaigns. The agency offers a wide range of services including influencer marketing, 3D and CGI production, creative direction, social content, web development, media buying, and brand storytelling.Yamoratti was co-founded with her sister Sofiya Ibragimova and creative partner Akhror Toshkanov—both specialists in 3D/CGI production—as well as Jalol Mirislomov, a software and web development expert. Together, the team merges creativity, technology, and cultural fluency to help brands authentically connect with Gen Z audiences.For Ibragimova, Yamoratti is more than a business—it’s a movement. It stands as proof that ambitious young talents from Central Asia can lead on the global stage and build purpose-driven companies. One of her core missions is to grow an international community of women entrepreneurs and to inspire others by showing that women from regions like Central Asia can lead, innovate, and thrive in the global marketplace. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/bdb8dc60-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w632-h740-dcc8b8b8-gmir.jpg Latoya Likambi: Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Teyes Eye Ltd , Co-Founder, Likambi Global PublishingLatoya Likambi is a 19-year-old 3X International best-selling author, an entrepreneur, and a positive role model for children globally. A highly confident, eloquent, and inspiring young speaker and influencer, with a passion to inspire young people to unleash their creative genius and fulfill their maximum potential. She has a natural entrepreneurial spirit and a keen eye for identifying opportunities to bring her ideas to life.She is very creative, strong-minded, and a visionary young girl who believes that she and every child is a unique creation of God, with unique and exceptional/ creative abilities and potential to add value to the world.She wrote her first book at the tender age of seven, which was published when she turned 10 and has read over 500 books to date. Latoya’s passion for writing and storytelling at the tender age of seven, led her to co-found Likambi Global Publishing, where she serves as a mentor to aspiring authors and helps them bring their stories to the world. Through her work at Likambi Global Publishing, Latoya aims to foster a supportive community for writers and empower them to amplify diverse voices in literature.She was the winner of the Young Entrepreneur Mind Award 2022, The Young Visionary Award 2022, The Extraordinary Achievers “Exceptional Young Achievers Award” 2023 and The Rising Female Leader Award 2024. She has featured on diverse national and international Radio and Television programs/stations to talk about her books and passions and has been a guest speaker at various schools, community groups, business events/ conferences, and in The House of Commons. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bdf15180-a3ab-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Susan Finnegan: Award winning, placemaking professional in City DevelopmentSusan is an award winning professional and key member of the team behind Liverpool’s 2008 European Capital of Culture celebrations and the Eurovision Song Contest Visitor Experience, Liverpool 2024 – the most successful ever staged.Now in Strategic International Relations & Partnerships for the City, Susan is a place-making professional, who has developed and driven destination strategy, creativity, and innovation, identifying untapped growth markets, and securing global strategic brand partnerships to accelerate Liverpool’s destination positioning and economic growth through the visitor economy.Formerly an events management professional, organising events for audiences up to 300,000, Susan has over 22 years’ experience working with over two hundred high profile brands, global artists, musicians, and athletes, forming successful commercial partnerships, and generating over £8m for public sector.In 2017, during an overseas visit to Sweden to secure the Tall Ships Regatta for the city’s 10-year European Capital of Culture Ceremony, Susan developed the relationship with the Grand Conseil du Vin de Bordeaux and French Government, securing Liverpool’s place as the exclusive UK host of the Bordeaux Fete le Vin, alongside sister cities of Bordeaux, Brussels, Quebec, and Hong Kong.This relationship has gone from strength to strength evolving into Taste Liverpool. Drink Bordeaux, profiling the venues and people behind the city’s hospitality sector, celebrating a sector revolution. The festival was created to directly support the hard-hit hospitality sector in its post-pandemic recovery while supporting Bordeaux WineGrowers to tap into new markets, discover new trade opportunities and sustain & grow export of the world’s finest wine – Bordeaux.Tapping into the growing trend of gastronomy tourism, Liverpool’s hospitality sector is now attracting the attention of visitors, investors, and media, and was recently named Time Out’s 11 TH Best City in the World for food. With support from the public and private sector.Following Liverpool’s successful Eurovision Song Contest Host City bid, Susan was Chair and Lead of the Eurovision Host City Visitor Experience, working together with the private sector to ensure from the moment visitors arrive in the city, to the moment they leave, their experience was second to none. The strategic visitor experience model developed by Susan has been heralded as a national exemplarin shaping the delivery of major events of national and international significance, maximising social and economic impacts, perception of place, and visitor destination sentiment.Working with the hotels, venues, visitor attractions, transport operators, major gateways and tourism/estate stakeholders, Susan and her team ensured visitors were immersed in an experiential Eurovision city playground.Additionally, Susan and the team strategically supported the hospitality sector to recruit to the 2,000 + current vacancies in preparation for Eurovision and beyond, showcasing the sector as an attractive and integral career choice to support the growth of the visitor economy.The visitor economy makes up almost 50% of Liverpool’s economy (47% business rates) and therefore it is strategically, critically important to support this thriving sector, maximising the opportunity Eurovision and other major international events present.Inward investment is a further opportunity Susan and her team work to unlock and capitalise to re-balance the economy, showcasing the city’s other competitive value propositions, highlighting Liverpool as a great place to work, live, visit and study.In line with the national shift in the Destination Management Organisation (DMO) landscape, and Visit England (LVEP) accreditation, Susan led on business transformation in partnership with the LCR Combined Authority, bringing all LCR local authorities together to deliver a new Tourism model, a shared single vision to grow the visitor economy, and the implementation of a new public-private sector Board, chaired by Lord Hall, former Director-General, BBC. The new model will formally launch in Q1 2025. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/liverpool/global-women-leadership-summit-2026/100001987616106279 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, art, literary-art, volunteering, health-wellness, nonprofit, conferences, job-fairs, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 13 hours - Location: Liverpool Hope University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 130.72, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Liverpool - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Liverpool Hope University - **lat**: 53.3908007 - **long**: -2.8922988 - **full address**: Liverpool Hope University, Brownlow Hill, L69 7ZX, Liverpool, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6defcfc38b548505db1622609c22e52d279f9d39be2ad632dc78a75f4a4366e0-rimg-w980-h490-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1776837911 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 being held? - **A:** GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 takes place on Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Liverpool Hope University, Brownlow Hill, L69 7ZX, Liverpool, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026? - **A:** GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 is organized by Global Visionary Women Network. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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