SHE - Smart | Happy | Equal

SHE Congress is the largest regional women leadership event that brings together those who want to to learn, connect, and lead forward from all over the world.

Designed for female founders, executives, innovators, and professionals, SHE Congress is where meaningful conversations turn into real opportunities. It’s a space where women forge global connections, discover mentorship pathways, and collaborate with peers who share their drive for growth and impact.

Whether you're ready to scale your business, sharpen your leadership vision, or expand your professional network, SHE Congress offers the inspiration, insights, and strategic access you need to take your next big step.

Join a global movement of women creating what lives on — beyond now.

SHE-2025 in Baku, Azerbaijan – May 22

On May 22, 2025, the world’s most inspiring women in business, leadership, and innovation gathered at the iconic Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku for SHE Congress 2025 — Smart. Happy. Equal.

This is more than a conference. It’s a global experience designed to spark bold ideas, meaningful connections, and real momentum. At SHE Congress, smart thinking meets joyful collaboration and a deep commitment to equality — creating the perfect environment for ambitious women ready to shape the future of work, business, and society.

SHE Congress 2025 at glance:

  • Immersive keynote talks from international thought leaders and industry pioneers

  • High-impact panel discussions featuring trailblazing women from across sectors

  • Strategic networking sessions with influential leaders, innovators, and peers

  • A dynamic agenda focused on leadership development, digital transformation, and sustainable business strategies

Speakers

  • Tatyana Mikayil

    Entrepreneur, Founder, SHE Congress

  • Dr. Hijran Huseynova

    Member of the Milli Majlis (National Assembly)
    Chairwoman of the Committee on Family, Women and Children’s Affairs of the Milli Majlis

    Doctor of Political Sciences, Professor

  • Orkhan Mammadov

    Chairman of the Board of the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA) of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

  • Fergus Auld

    HM Ambassador to the Republic of Azerbaijan

  • Yasemin Bedir

    Eastern Europe Division President at Mastercard

  • Yasemin Develioglu

    Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Eastern Europe, Mastercard

  • Dorette Segschneider

    Executive advisor, book & film author

    Founder of the CxO Excellence Program

  • Gunay Jalilova

    Deputy Chairwoman of the Management Board of Yelo Bank

  • Shirin Aliyeva

    Chief Legal and Data Strategy Officer of Azercell Telecom

  • Ayten Rustamova

    Regional Director at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

  • Ayten Agalarova - Hajiyeva

    bp’s Head of Country in Georgia

  • Gunesh Tegin (Mehdizade)

    Azerbaijani film and theatre actress

  • Ozlem Gusar

    Founder of OGGUSTO

  • Ahu Serter

    Family Business Leader, Better Future Investor, Serial Entrepreneur, and Advocate for Female Leadership


  • Fidan Sultanova

    Global Marketing Project Manager - Region Emerging Markets

    BSH Home Appliances Group

  • Natia Turnava

    Chair of the Board of the National Bank of Georgia, Governor 


  • Sona Abbasova

    Director of Corporate and Marketing Communications, Azercell

  • Gular Pashayeva

    Deputy Governor / Member of Executive Board at Central Bank of the

    Republic of Azerbaijan

  • Umut Shayakhmetova

    CEO and a member of the Board of Directors of Halyk Bank JSC

  • Gwen Burchell

    Founder of United Aid for Azerbaijan (UAFA)

  • Yusif Abdullayev

    Executive Director of the Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan – AZPROMO

  • Hanum Aziz

    Master of Ceremony

  • Ilya Mammadova

    Professional Food Blogger

  • Orman Aliyev

    CEO of Baku Media Centre

  • Ismayil Iman

    Playwright, screenwriter, writer, theater curator

  • Konul Guliyeva

    Entrepreneur, educator, co-founder of Safavy

  • Leyli Salayeva

    Poet, essayist, experimental artist and lecturer at 57 Poetry Lab


  • Mehriban Efendi

    2023 Foreword INDIES Silver Award and IPPY award for Multicultural Adult Fictio winner

  • Ornela Ramasauskaite

    Author, Founder of "artXchange Global"


  • Sevil Yahyayeva

    Advisor to the Executive Director, Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan – AZPROMO


  • Vafa Kazdal

    Vice-Rector for Strategy and Advancement, ADA University

  • Rena Alasgarova

    Deputy Head of Secondary Academics, Baku Oxford School


  • Saida Abdullayeva

    MD, CPC, a Board Member of “Huma Quşu” Foundation

Key Highlights

  • Experience the power of visionary insights as influential business leaders, top policymakers, and industry experts share their forward-thinking perspectives. Their captivating addresses will spotlight breakthrough trends in leadership, innovation, and economic inclusion, igniting new ideas to fuel your success.

  • Dive into dynamic debates where diverse thought-leaders tackle critical issues such as gender equality, entrepreneurship, sustainable business practices, digital marketing, and financial literacy. These sessions promise vibrant discussions that challenge conventional wisdom and offer fresh, actionable strategies for today’s competitive market.

  • Connect with a powerful community of top executives, innovative entrepreneurs, savvy investors, and influential decision-makers. This is your chance to forge meaningful relationships, share experiences, and collaborate in an environment that is as inspiring as it is transformative. Every conversation is a stepping stone towards new partnerships and lasting success.


Agenda