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Rise Summit - Female Financial Empowerment

The Rise Summit: Female Financial Empowerment is designed to be a pathway to demystify the world of finance and funding, and support women in embracing their economic power and influence in business and in life through a curated event geared towards providing a vibrant and safe space for abundance, connection, and learning.

We will bring together key stakeholders, experts, and leaders to provide valuable knowledge, resources, and connections to help women navigate the world of money, and untangle their relationship with it to fuel their financial growth so that nothing can hold them back.

We are curating a lineup of speakers that transcends borders, bringing together a diverse array of leaders and experts from Malaysia and beyond. This summit isn't just about talks; it's a convergence of industry stakeholders, placing female founders and women in business front and center. The Summit will go beyond conventional events, helping all guests to unlock a new era of financial growth in their life and business.

This isn't just a summit; it's a movement.

Whether you're aiming to understand the intricacies of your money mindset, enhance your personal financial literacy or seeking strategies to grow and fund your business, this unique event is designed to exceed your needs. Join us to connect with like-minded, inspiring women and gain valuable insights to level up your financial skills and business.

Please note you do not need to be a member of On the Rise to join this event - we welcome one and all!

This Summit is for you if: 

• You're a female founder looking to expand your knowledge, network, and skills to take your business to the next level.

• You're passionate about personal and professional growth and seeking inspiration from successful female leaders in various industries.

• You're interested in gaining actionable insights and strategies to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve success in your entrepreneurial journey, particularly when it comes to your personal and business finances.

• You value connecting with like-minded women, building meaningful relationships, and being part of a supportive community of ambitious female founders and leaders.

• You're committed to investing in yourself, and eager to learn from experienced experts through engaging keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and insightful panel discussions.

• You are looking at ways to enhance your own personal financial literacy, as well as how that applies to your business acumen

• You’re looking to educate yourself on the funding process for your start-up, or more actively expand your network and relationships with key stakeholders in the investment circles of Malaysia

Who will be there: 

• Female Founders & SME Business Owners

• Businesses looking to support and develop the entrepreneurial landscape in Malaysia

• Venture Capital & Private Equity Investment Funds

• Angel Investors

• Corporate Delegates

• Creatives & freelancers (programmers, designers, etc.)

• Government Agencies

• Like-minded women looking to learn and connect with other ambitious women

• and many more!

About our Funding Corner

Unlock exclusive access to our Funding Corner by pitchIN with our VIP Tickets. 

Tailored for active fund-seekers, this curated corner of the event is designed to elevate your funding game and foster meaningful relationships with our funding partners. Whether you're at the early stages of leveling up your funding knowledge or ready with your pitch deck, this corner is for you. 

Prior to the event, you'll receive a detailed guide on the participating partners, as well as information to help you prepare for this VIP opportunity. And that’s not all! 

After the event, VIP ticket holders can directly book a dedicated calendar slot with our Funding Corner partners, making the next steps toward your business goals even easier. 

Stay tuned for updates on our Funding Corner partners, including pitchIN, Antler, Epic Angels, Artem VC, MADcash, WTF, and more!

Plus, all VIP Ticket Holders will receive a custom NFC Mole Card to power their networking throughout the event and beyond.

Women's Aid Organisation

We will proudly be supporting the Women's Aid Organisation with a percentage of all Rise Summit Ticket Sales going to support the incredible work they carry out for women's rights in Malaysia.

 

OUR PROGRAM

08:45 - 09:30

Arrival, Registration, Rise Up Booths, ASBhive Marketplace & Funding Corner by pitchIN

09:30 - 09:45

Welcome note

Kate Sarginson, Founder of On the Rise

09:45 - 10:00

Welcome note

Joseph Cherian, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Professor of Practice in Finance, Asia School of Business

10:00 - 10:45

Panel

Financial Growth Through Overseas Expansion

Heaster Andrea, Co-Founder of Messengerco

Rachel Lai, Co-Founder of Wavemakers

Jesrina Arshad, Founder of PurelyB

Moderated by Alleena Abdullah, Yellow Tree

10:55 - 11:40

Panel

Charting Paths: Female Leaders Redefining Financial Success

Koh Min-Jee, CEO, Naelofar + Luna Jewellery

Raja Teh Maimunah, CEO AEON Bank M Berhad

Anne Abrahim, Founder and Chairperson, LEADWOMEN

Moderated by Michelle Iking, Clarion Quest Consulting

OR

Masterclass

Path to Profit: Financial Strategies for Female Entrepreneurs 

Hosted by Michelle Chin, Founder of Her Duit

11:50 - 12:20

Key Note

From Kitchen Table to Seven Figures: A Self-Funding Journey

Chris Edwards, Founder of Honeycombers and Launchpad

12:30 - 13:15

Panel

Balancing Act: Profits and Purpose

Martine de Leeuw, Co-Founder of ChatLicense

Farah Fauzi, Managing Director of Opt-In Studio + Co-Founder of Conscious Co

Sasi Kimis, Founder of Earth Heir

Moderated by Freda Liu, The Shift Asia

OR

Clinic

Get yourself Pitch Perfect

Hosted by Najla Zamri, Antler

13:15 - 13:45

Lunch + Networking

13:45 - 14.15

Keynote

Unleash the Courageous Leader in You

Izzana Salleh, Co-Founder and Global President, Project Girls For Girls

14:25 - 15:10

Key Note

Why it Matters: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion when it comes to $$$

(30 minutes)

Rejina Rahim, Co-Founder of Wahine Capital

15:20 - 16:05

Panel

Everything You Need to Know About First Time Funding hosted by pitchIN

Nadira Yusoff, Founder + CEO, Kiddocare

Elena Kersey, Community and Partnership Lead, Epic Angels

Nuraizah Shamsul Baharin, Founder of MADCash

Moderated by Xelia Tong, pitchIN

16:15 - 17:00

Panel

Female Founders Rise - Stories of the Entrepreneurship Rollercoaster

Malisse, Founder of BOBBLE

Melly Ling, Co-Founder of Mole

Moderated by Shermaine Wong, Cult Creative

OR

Workshop

Cultivate Confidence in your Personal Finances

Hosted by Wahine Capital

17:00

Closing Notes and Networking

18:00

Rise Summit Happy Hour Drinks

(Venue to be announced soon)