The Women Leadership Awards 2025 are officially sold out! Thank you to everyone who secured their seat and showed incredible support for this year’s celebration.   We can’t wait to welcome you to The St. Regis Shanghai Jingan for an afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, and stories of courage.   Event Agenda   11:30 – 12:00 Registration  12:00 – 12:10 Welcome Address 12:10 – 13:20 Keynote Speech & announcing winners in 3 WLA categories 13:20 – 14:10 Buffet Lunch […]

Meet WLA 2025 Master of Ceremonies   Introducing the dynamic hosts of the 2025 IPWS Women Leadership Awards — Marie Chavanon and Anthony Marcus Hou! With their energy and expertise, they’ll guide us through an inspiring afternoon celebrating exceptional women leaders and supportive male allies.   Marie Chavanon Head of Digital Health & Partnering, Sanofi   Marie Chavanon is a passionate change agent and digital expert, bridging business & technology to create positive impact. As Head of Digital Health & […]

  It was a bright, sunny Saturday afternoon well spent indoors as the independent jury met with the remarkable finalists for the Women Leadership Awards 2025. Each of these inspiring nominees shared stories of courage, innovation, and leadership. It was an enriching experience to hear about their journeys and the impact they continue to make in their fields.   Celine Wang Executive Director, Buildings + Cities  Global Interior Design Lead SJ Group (B+H)   Celine Wang is the Executive Director, […]

  Today is the final day to enjoy the early bird offer for the Women Leadership Awards 2025. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this special afternoon of recognition, inspiration, and connection.   Congratulations to all 2025 Finalists   They will meet the independent WLA Jury this weekend as the selection process continues.   Why Attend the WLA 2025   Celebrate professionals who inspire courage and create change Connect with leaders, finalists, and the IPWS community Enjoy an […]

IPWS extends its gratitude to the sponsors and partners for their invaluable support of the 2025 Women Leadership Awards.       Founded in 2016 as part of the Harrow Family of Schools, Harrow International School Shanghai is connected to 450 years of global excellence via the unique Harrow genetics which bind our schools together. A Harrow Shanghai education is based on the same ethos and identity that has characterised a Harrow education in the UK for centuries and here […]

IPWS extends its gratitude to the sponsors and partners for their invaluable support of the 2025 Women Leadership Awards.   The British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai is a dynamic network of international businesses with a common interest in China. Our members are the pulse of our organisation — we advocate best practice; we share knowledge; and we build trusted and long-lasting friendships. Our purpose is to make connections. Connections that open opportunity, empower businesses and unite our community in China. […]

  Meet WLA 2025 Keynote Speaker   For the past 18 years, IPWS has celebrated women — and men — who are forging new paths and redefining what leadership means. These trailblazers embody the IPWS values to Connect, Grow, Inspire, and Lead, shaping the future of leadership across industries and cultures. We are honored to announce that Ms Jennie Chen, Consul General of Canada in Shanghai, will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 Women Leadership Awards Ceremony. Alongside other […]

  Kate Chang Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (LA Tourism) Managing Director, China   Kate Chang is Managing Director, China, for the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (LA Tourism). Based in Beijing, she leads the organizations market strategy, airline partnerships, travel trade engagement, and marketing integration across Greater China.   Since joining LA Tourism in 2013 and being promoted to Managing Director in 2022, Kate has been overseeing the Board’s Greater China footprint into a four-city network and […]

  Danmaji Niu CEO  Gansu Yakma Handmade Cosmetic Company   Danma Niu was born to a nomadic family in Gansu. Her journey as a community leader began at just 19, when she brought running water to her village for the first time. Driven to create more opportunities, she embarked on a seven-year journey to Australia to gain the skills and knowledge needed to support her community further.   Upon returning home, Danma, her sister and the village women decided to […]