“Businesswomen In Action” Conference - March 8, 2025
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✨ Carole Hobeika – Founder & President, VVIP Women in Power
Topic: Women Mastering AI: Smarter Learning and Growth
Carole explored how AI is transforming the way women learn, grow, and lead in the modern business world.
✨ Carmen Zogheib – President, BPW Lebanon
Topic: Effective Networking: Driving Success for Business
Carmen highlighted the power of networking and how strategic connections drive business success and professional growth.
✨ Randa Yassir – Executive Director, SMART
Topic: Strategic Coaching: Mastering Personal and Business Transformation
Randa delved into the art of strategic coaching, helping women navigate transformation in both their personal and professional lives.
On the sidelines of the conference, a dynamic exhibition was held from 1 to 6 PM, showcasing exceptional women-led products. Despite Lebanon’s challenging economic and security conditions, these resilient entrepreneurs have persevered, proving their ability to sustain and grow their businesses.
The conference sent a powerful message to both the Lebanese and international community—highlighting women’s unwavering determination and their vital role in driving the business sector forward. Our mission was to inspire and empower women, foster strong professional networks, and create new opportunities for growth. By equipping women with the tools to lead with confidence, we aim to help them navigate challenges and make impactful decisions in both their professional and personal lives.
With nearly 200 women participating, this event was more than just a gathering—it was a movement toward a brighter future for women in business.
We were honored to welcome Mrs. Elena Andreou, a renowned SEO Specialist, Business Strategist, and Personal Branding Consultant from Cyprus, who shared valuable insights on AI-Powered Branding and Marketing, offering a forward-thinking approach to success in the digital era.
There were 3 main thematic topics that was addressed by 15 speakers during the conference:
- Leadership and Innovative Transformation
Key Speaker: Arch. Aseel Honein – “Crisis as a Catalyst”
Complementary Speakers:
- Lama Sinno
- Randa Badr
- Rula Helou
- Dima Mnayer
- Giselle Kassatly
- Fatima Fneiche
- Financial Compliance and Sustainability
Key Speaker: Dr. Graziella Hobeika – “What You Must Know Before Starting a Business”
Complementary Speakers:
- Dr Afaf Macaron
- Alia Sabboury
3- AI and Technology: Challenges and Opportunities
Key Speaker: Dr. Sarah Sidani – “Protecting Your Cyber Presence”
Complementary Speakers:
- Kawsar Chaya
- Marcelle Keiyrouz
“Women Empowerment & Students’ Reinforcement” Gala Dinner - July 14, 2023
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The ceremony opened with a distinguished speech by Rindala Jabbour, Head of the Syndicate of Workers in Audiovisual Media. Mrs. Carole Hobeika, founder and president of the VVIP Women In Power Association, followed with a presentation highlighting the association’s values, mission, and initiatives. She emphasized the success of their collaboration with Bilma.K Learning Center, which has been instrumental in helping struggling students, from first grade to baccalaureate, excel academically.
(Bilma.K Learning Center report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lCk0X6FqM0 )
The event celebrated the association’s achievements and underscored the importance of teamwork in driving positive change.
The ceremony featured an insightful presentation by Mrs. Randa Yassir, an international consultant and trainer from the SMART Center, who discussed her projects and mission to enhance human and institutional capabilities. She introduced her team and highlighted her collaboration with the VVIP Women In Power Association on initiatives empowering women to build confidence and prioritize their physical and spiritual health.
In conclusion, Mrs. Carole Hobeika fused her love for music and passion for singing to serve the community and support her program. She performed several songs, including her original compositions, dedicated to advancing the cause.
Original private songs:
- Ya Hal Rih https://youtu.be/1XKmAOdAzt8?si=PbyNS0oCYI8gBSOw
- Mesh Sodfi https://youtu.be/HtERRm6VOn4?si=vfN4ccGUxVLaRcjR
Mix Oldies Songs https://youtu.be/g6HuR9kL6qA?si=umkOb6JP0_I8Tnmb
The ceremony concluded with a lively performance by artist-singer Wissam El Hajj and his band, captivating the audience with his distinctive voice and songs. Following this, Mrs. Carole Hobeika conducted a prize draw, distributing valuable gifts donated by supporters. She expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the event’s success, emphasizing how collective efforts and shared passion can drive meaningful change, foster better societies, and pave the way for a prosperous future.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Before & After / Eagle Nest / Femme Distinguee / Thai Island / EMS Revolution / Aphrodiet by Maryline Aoun / Beit Mrad / Tazkara Travel Agency / Estelle Filfil Azoury dietician
Women achievement in Health, Technology, and Development – Lunch gathering, on March 26, 2022
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The event started on the Lebanese Women Anthem written by Carmen Zogheib, President of BPW, and recorded by the voice of Claudia.
All enjoyed the gathering, lunch, topics, music 3oud entertainments by Wissam El Hajj. The President, Carole Hobeika performed and sang Arabic oldies songs in addition to her song “Ya Hal Rih”https://youtu.be/1XKmAOdAzt8?feature=shared She sings for a cause to fundraise VVIP Women In Power Education Project.
A raffle was held at the end, VVIP Women In Power thank all the people who offered the women precious gifts: Dr. Antoine Jacklis, Ikram Al Fares, Walima Restaurant, Boutique Lady Joya by Rita Baradhi , EYE.C by Claire Saad, Institut Maria by Darine Maalouf Chawa, Decathlon Club by Nina Sfeir, Orchid Spa by Carla Saliba, and Guide Mireille Tebchrani.
Thanking every person who participated in the success of the Event, not to forget Mrs. Suzane Abou Said from Jinha Agency who reported the event and post it.
Women International Day “Women at the Forefront” - March 9, 2019
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– Captain Minerva Haddad, Pilot and member of Aeroclub of Lebanon
– Ghada Eid, Media and TV presenter
– Salma Minaise Raffoul, Poet with special needs
– Jebran Farah, President of Abnaa El Nour Center
– Dalia Freifer, Media with special needs, Ambassador of Hope
MEN and WOMEN must have the same opportunity in life. Think equal, build smart, and balance for better world.
Other subjects were raised such as the Equal Pay project, and women in the Lebanese Economic.
A special thanks to the artist singer and music producer Wissam ElHajj who played live music while Dalia Freifer sang with her nice voice.
Thank you BBAC for sponsoring the event.
Women International Week - March 3, 2018
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1. Overview of VVIP Women In Power’s subject, mission, and commitment.
2. Women decision-making around the world, success of professional women in Lebanon with 3 success stories.
* Judge Jocelyne Matta
* Pilot Captain Rola Hoteit
* Professor Marlene Gedeon
3. Women interaction with politics in Lebanon.
4. Info on the new law & Women quotas
Visit Radar Scoop Facebook page and check the live recorded conference.
VVIP Seminar – “Happiness towards Success”– March 5, 2016 / Women International Day
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All attendees were very active during the Seminar, and liked the Great Topic “Happiness towards Success” (source of happiness/meet your happiness chemicals/transforming habits) prepared by Marcel Borgi, a Certified Life Coach, the author of the book “The Power of the Unseen”. At the end, “Certificates of Participation” and “The Power of the Unseen” book were handed to all participants.
“Your ability to connect with others and manage the emotions of yourself & others, will determine how successful you are in life.”
Christmas Children Animation for St. Charles school – December 16, 2015
In the collaboration of Lebanese Food Bank, Radisson Blu Hotel has offered Christmas Lunch for the children of St.Charles School, and Carole Hobeika, the President of Women In Power, animated the children party on December 16, 2015 in the school in Achrafieh. More than 90 children enjoyed singing Christmas Carols, playing competitive games, and dancing in the presence of Radisson Blu General Manager Mr. Costa Kourotsidis and management’s staff, Lebanese Food Bank Staff and both sisters Josephine Haddad and Rita El Khoury of St. Charles School.
Elderly Visit – November 14, 2015
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Carole Hobeika highlighted the benefits of singing, and dancing activities, and animated the event. All the Elderly people have participated, and lots have exceled in singing, others in dancing and playing musical drum. Cookies and juice were offered to all presents. It was so touching and we all spent unforgettable valuable moments.
Donate Hair to Change Lives – September 18, 2015
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https://cccl.org.lb/News-Events/24/Year/2015/Screen/1 on September 23, 2015 in Hamra by Carole Hobeika, Patricia Noujaim, and Vera Karam, who did a wonderful animation for children with Cancer.
VVIP Women In Power thank CCCL for offering the chance to help them in trying to return a sense of self confidence and normalcy to children suffering from hair loss.
VVIP Women In Power thank all the persons who donated their hair: Nour Ramadan, Roula Ramadan, Marona Nammour, Stephanie Choucair, Maya Kibrit, Rachelle Fahed, Chamoun Ibrahim (Man), Hala Chadad, Tassenem Moatassim, Nahida Darghouth, Tania Kattar, Susan Azar, Karen Azar, Cynthia Fahed, Joya Fahed, Eleya Youssef, Rita Azar, Rita Abou Rjeily, Marilou Abi Assal.
Zumba Gathering – September 12, 2015
VVIP Presentation – May 30, 2015
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All the participants, from private sectors, ministry of finance, legal advisors, Entrepreneurs, and Financial Institutions enjoyed the presentation, the Symposium lounge, and the connection. At the end there was a raffle of business cards, and 19 women got prizes.
Women In Power thank all the sponsors offering the gifts:
Carera Wedding for a “Limousine by night”/Optikos for a “Guess Sun Glasses” and 16 coupons of 50%/GoodLife Fitness for “8 free monthly membership”/Damour Country Club for a “couple access & open barbecue lunch”/El Ranchovoucher/Gipsy Music Instruments for 3 months Guitar free lessons/So7i wsari3 for “2 free fat tests and 1 cooking book”/Bronze Chocolat Verdun for a “delicious chocolate box”
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