Women are the driving force of Europe’s retail and wholesale sector, representing 62% of the workforce and one in five women entrepreneurs in the EU. Yet, despite their crucial role, women continue to face challenges in leadership, entrepreneurship, and access to opportunities.
Join us for a Working Breakfast, hosted by MEP Marion Walsmann and organised in partnership with SME Europe and EPP, to discuss how we can break down these barriers and build a stronger, more inclusive future for women in retail and wholesale.
📅 Date: 18 November 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 – 9:30 AM CET
🏛️ Location: European Parliament, Brussels
⏳ Registration Deadline: 30 October
This Working Breakfast will focus on the important role of women in retail and wholesale — from entrepreneurs and independent retailers to business leaders and innovators.
The discussion will feature:
- Christel Delberghe, Director General, EuroCommerce
- Dr. Başak Babaoğlu De Bruyne, EU Affairs Manager, METRO
- Imelda Vital, Executive Director, Seldia
- Nuria Cardoso, Director of Communications, ASEDAS
- Vanessa Bau, Head of Communication Independent Retail, REWE Group
Moderator: Leena Whittaker, Director for Competitiveness, EuroCommerce
👉 Join us for this important conversation and be part of the change!
