On 14 June 2023, the Cartier Women's Initiative China Community Meetup took place in Shanghai. Hosted by Cartier China under the theme "Imagining a Future for Good", the meetup was attended by Cécile Naour, CEO of Cartier China, and Wingee Sampaio, Global Programme Director of the Cartier Women's Initiative. Ms. Remoca Shi, Founder & Executive President of WeCarbon, attended as a member of Cartier China's Project Ripple.
Figure 1: The Cartier Women's Initiative China Community Meetup
The event brought together many accomplished women entrepreneurs from across China, including Zhang Qing, Founding Partner of Yitiao; Nan Lixin, Founder and CEO of Cyzone; and Wang Chunguang, Founder and CEO of Yike Energy. Through guest conversations, Q&A and community exchanges, participants talked about dreams and ventures aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, discussed the challenges and opportunities facing startups, and showcased women's leadership in the startup ecosystem, along with their admirable determination and contributions.
Figure 2: Agenda of the Cartier Women's Initiative China Community Meetup
WeCarbon is a technology company dedicated to helping governments and businesses make the transition to sustainable development. As a Ripple partner of Cartier China, Founder Ms. Remoca Shi will put into practice the Cartier Women's Initiative belief that "when women thrive, the world flourishes", working with fellow women entrepreneurs in the community to draw on the strengths of their partnership, explore and strengthen their own business ecosystems, turn the dream of sustainable business into reality, and contribute "her" strength to global sustainable development.
Figure 3: Ms. Shi with members of the Cartier Women's Initiative China community
About Cartier China's Project Ripple
Founded in 2006, the Cartier Women's Initiative supports women entrepreneurs by providing the funding, social support and networks they need to build their businesses, helping them strengthen their leadership and grow their companies. To better support women entrepreneurs in China, Cartier China launched Project Ripple, which officially started in 2023. The project carries forward the Cartier Women's Initiative's commitment to women's empowerment and supports women entrepreneurs in key areas such as impact assessment, financial analysis and business communication. Project Ripple aims to help entrepreneurs realise their potential and, through the ripple effect, drive business for good.