1000 Women CEOs Gathered in Jindo... Dreaming of a 'Future Together' (Comprehensive)

Competition Training Held in Jindo, Jeonnam on the 11th-12th

One thousand of the top female CEOs in Korea gathered in Jindo, Jeollanam-do.

On the 11th, the Korea Women Entrepreneurs Association held the '2023 National Women CEO Management Training' at the indoor gymnasium in Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do.
[Photo by Korea Women Entrepreneurs Association]

The Korea Federation of Women Entrepreneurs held the "2023 National Women CEO Management Training" at the indoor gymnasium in Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do on the 11th under the slogan "3.14 Million Women Entrepreneurs, Together Towards the Future!" The training will continue until the 12th.

The Women Entrepreneurs Management Training has been held annually since 1999, touring nationwide to enhance the management capabilities and business networking of women entrepreneurs. Approximately 1,000 women entrepreneurs from across the country participated in this event.

On the opening day, the 11th, the program included a vision proclamation ceremony, a special lecture by Professor Choi In-beom of Sogang University titled "Recent Changes in the International Situation and the Response Direction of Women Entrepreneurs," a presentation by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups on "Current Status and Policies for Women Entrepreneurs," presentations of excellent management cases by region, and networking among attendees.

Additionally, side events such as women entrepreneur exhibition booths, management consulting for women entrepreneurs, and recruitment counseling sessions were held.

In his opening remarks, Lee Jeong-han, president of the Korea Federation of Women Entrepreneurs, said, "For women to run a business is like driving on an unpaved road without a map. We stayed up many nights to close a single contract, faced countless rejections, yet always had to smile. We experienced bankruptcies and even collapsed at work, being rushed to the emergency room."

He continued, "There were times when it was so hard that I wanted to give up, but thinking of the employees and family who believed in me and stood by my side, I wiped away my tears alone and we stood up again. Step by step, we moved forward and became 'people who made a path where there was none,' and now we have gathered here."

He also emphasized, "If we hold hands and walk towards the future together, success will surely follow at the end. I sincerely hope that today’s gathering becomes a place of cooperation and harmony for all of you."

Lee Jeong-han, President of the Korea Women Entrepreneurs Association, is delivering the opening address at the "2023 National Women CEO Management Training" held at the indoor gymnasium in Jindo-gun, Jeollanam-do on the 11th. Photo by Korea Women Entrepreneurs Association

On the same day, Han Moo-kyung, a member of the People Power Party and former 8th president of the Korea Federation of Women Entrepreneurs, also attended. Han said, "Looking back on the year, it was difficult due to high interest rates, high prices, and high oil prices. However, judging by various economic indicators, next year seems likely to be better than this year. Exports are gradually increasing, and oil prices are slightly decreasing."

She added, "I hope all members overcome this crisis well, and I wish you always demonstrate business capabilities that are a half-step ahead."

Lee Young, Minister of SMEs and Startups, could not attend in person but sent a congratulatory message via video. The minister said, "Wherever you are, I will always be with you. I hope you finish this year’s business well and soar even higher next year."

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