The 4th edition of the Express Awards for Women Entrepreneurs, 2025 celebrated the achievements of women in business with a star-studded jury sharing their insights on women entrepreneurship. Deepak Parekh, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Meher Pudumjee, and Zia Mody emphasized the importance of knowing what not to do, thinking big, nurturing values, and working towards gender parity in the business world.
Zia Mody encouraged women entrepreneurs to re-evaluate their eco-system and focus on what they love doing, while Meher Pudumjee stressed the importance of building the right culture and values from the start. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw urged women to think big and build scale in their companies.
Deepak Parekh highlighted the low representation of women entrepreneurs in India and stressed the need for improved gender parity and pay equality. He also reassured entrepreneurs that uncertainty should not be a major concern, as Indian businesses have thrived in uncertain conditions.
Zia Mody pointed out that male champions of change are needed to accelerate gender parity, while Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlighted the lack of patient capital for women entrepreneurs. The insights shared by the jury members resonated not only with women entrepreneurs but also with men in the audience, offering valuable guidance for the future growth of their organizations.
Overall, the event showcased the power of perseverance, patience, and wisdom in the world of women entrepreneurship, inspiring all attendees to strive for success in their respective fields.
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