# Event Details - **Event Name**: IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: To mark International Women’s Day 2026, join us for an evening of honest conversation, practical insights, and shared learning.About this EventCommunity building has changed dramatically over the last decade from organic meetups and grassroots networks to online platforms, AI-powered communities, and brand-sponsored spaces. But as communities scale, evolve, and sometimes disappear overnight, one question remains: what does it really take to build a meaningful community that lasts?To mark International Women’s Day 2026, join us for an evening of honest conversation, practical insights, and shared learning on the realities of modern community building with a focus on the unique pressures faced by women and community leaders.This event brings together experienced community builders for a panel discussion followed by interactive breakout sessions where attendees can dive deeper into key themes shaping the future of community.PanelistsAbadesi Osunsade is founder & CEO of Hustle Crew, a careers community and consultancy on a mission to make teams more inclusive. She is also the host of the weekly tech podcast, Techish and author of the careers book, Dream Big Hustle Hard: The Millennial Woman's Guide to Success in Tech. She has won numerous awards including Computer Weekly's Most Influential Women in Tech, Financial Times list of Top 100 Influential Leaders in Tech and Tech Nation's 50 most prominent and influential voices in Tech.Alicia Richardson is a leading voice in employer marketing and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As the founder of Create Connect and the dynamic force behind Black Create Connect, she has built a community of over 30,000 across social channels.Alicia Richardson is aVanessa Sanyauke is an award-winning sustainability and impact executive, entrepreneur and content creator on a mission to help people and companies level up, lead boldly and build communities connected to their brands.Nicole Crentsil is a Ghanaian-British cultural strategist, angel investor and award-winning CEO of Black Girl Fest Studios - the UK’s leading creative company dedicated to celebrating and advancing Black women and girls through culture, leadership and innovation.Expect conversations around:How community building has evolved since 2016The impact of technology, social media, and AIThe sustainability problem: can communities last forever?Burnout, people-pleasing, and the emotional cost of leadershipPurpose and identity: finding your “why” before you buildThe tension between staying authentic and “selling out”What happens when platforms shut down and what legacy remains?Event Format5:30PM – Arrival & Networking6:00PM – Introductions + Panel Discussion6:55PM – AudienceQ&A7:15PM – Breakout Discussions (30 mins)Attendees will rotate or choose one breakout corner led by panelists:Sustainable Communities (led by Abadesi)Finding Your “Why” (led by Alicia)The Personal Cost of Community Building (led by Nicole)“Being Lucrative and Authentic" (led by Vanessa)7:45PM – Closing & Final NetworkingWho This Event Is ForThis event is ideal for:Community builders & foundersCreators, organisers, and facilitatorsWomen in business, tech, media, and cultureAnyone building networks, collectives, or membership spacesPeople curious about the future of connection in a digital worldWhy Attend?You’ll leave with:Real talk on what it actually takes to run a communityPractical tools for building with intention and sustainabilityA clearer understanding of your purpose (“why”)How to be lucrative without losing authenticityNew connections with people shaping the future of community in London https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/db6fae40-1955-11f1-9467-2923091d78de-rimg-w592-h740-dc401368-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/iwd-2026-panel-and-session-the-future-of-building-sucessful-businesses/100001983779212025 - **Event Categories**: Business, Art, Festivals, Meetups, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: London, ECV1 - The Hub Geovation - **lat**: 51.52443659999999 - **long**: -0.0997695 - **full address**: London, ECV1 - The Hub Geovation, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/1fa250548a87f545c0c112e08149eab9b971f396388bf3cf17378078d54dfa6e-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc3e1563-gmir.jpg?v=1772799253 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses being held? - **A:** IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses takes place on Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 19 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm at London, ECV1 - The Hub Geovation, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses? - **A:** IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses is organized by WalkingBrandUK. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** IWD 2026 Panel & Session The Future of Building Sucessful Businesses is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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