Mumbai: Business Today is all set to host the prestigious Most Powerful Women (MPW) in Business Awards on November 8, 2024, in Mumbai, celebrating the trailblazing women leaders and innovators who are driving transformation in Corporate India. The event will unveil the 21st edition of the Most Powerful Women in Business list, a highly anticipated recognition of exceptional female leaders across industries.
The theme for this year’s awards, “Balance. Work. Life. Safety.”, reflects the ongoing journey of corporate India toward creating a more balanced, diverse, and inclusive workforce. Over the past two decades, Business Today’s MPW initiative has emerged as India’s leading platform for honoring women who are shaping the future of business, with a focus on gender equity, workplace safety, and inclusivity.
Since its inception in 2003, the MPW in Business awards have become a powerful forum for celebrating women leaders, offering a platform for influential voices to advocate for change and share insights into their journeys. This year’s event will unite visionary women from diverse sectors, from business and technology to entertainment and entrepreneurship, providing an opportunity to celebrate their achievements and inspire others to pursue leadership roles.
The Chief Guest for the evening will be Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Member of Parliament for North Mumbai. Joining him on stage will be a distinguished lineup of speakers, including:
Prabha Narasimhan, MD & CEO, Colgate-Palmolive (India)
Padmaja Ruparel, Co-founder, Indian Angel Network
Pavitra Shankar, MD, Brigade Group
Prativa Mohapatra, VP & Managing Director, Adobe India
Sindhu Gangadharan, MD & Head, Customer Innovation Services, SAP Labs India
In addition to these business leaders, celebrity entrepreneurs and influencers will share their experiences, offering unique perspectives on success and leadership, including:
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Actor
Maheep Kapoor, Entrepreneur
Bhavna Pandey, Entrepreneur
Neelam Kothari, Actor & Entrepreneur
Seema Kiran Sajdah, Entrepreneur and Art Connoisseur
Shalini Passi, Entrepreneur
Leading voices in business and social entrepreneurship, such as Shefali Goradia, Chairperson of Deloitte South Asia, Ameera Shah, Executive Chairperson, Metropolis Healthcare, Devita Saraf, Chairperson & CEO, Vu Group, and Ananya Birla, Founder & Chairperson, Svatantra Microfinance, will also participate in the discussions.
Through this landmark event, Business Today reaffirms its commitment to advancing a corporate ecosystem that values inclusivity and empowers women at all career stages. The MPW in Business Awards will not only celebrate the achievements of these remarkable women but also provide a platform to discuss the challenges they face, particularly in balancing work, life, and safety.
By highlighting these women’s stories of leadership, resilience, and success, the awards aim to inspire companies across India to implement transformative changes that empower the next generation of women leaders.
As one of India’s leading business publications, Business Today has been a pioneer in showcasing the stories of corporate excellence and the leaders who drive it. Through initiatives like the MPW Awards, the magazine continues to champion gender diversity, inclusivity, and the advancement of women in leadership roles.
Event Details:
Date: November 8, 2024
Location: Mumbai
Theme: Balance. Work. Life. Safety.
Keynote Speaker: Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry
The Most Powerful Women in Business awards aim to serve as a powerful source of inspiration and a call to action for the corporate world, urging companies to prioritize diversity, work-life balance, and the safety of women in the workplace.
