GFWE hosted a private afternoon-tea gathering for women entrepreneurs from different fields, creating space for personal connection and cross-industry exchange.
**May 28, 2023 | Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, China**
GFWE (Global Federation of Women Entrepreneurs) hosted a private gathering for women entrepreneurs at the **Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen**. The event brought together guests from different fields for personal connection and cross-industry exchange.
It was an opportunity to step away from formal business settings and spend time getting to know one another. Throughout the gathering, the focus remained on conversation, shared experiences and new connections.
*Guests at the GFWE private gathering for women entrepreneurs at the Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, on May 28, 2023.*
## A Relaxed Setting for Personal Connection
Surrounded by greenery, guests gathered around a thoughtfully arranged afternoon-tea setting at the Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen. They shared conversations, enjoyed moments together and posed for group photographs.
The intimate atmosphere offered a welcoming space to meet and interact. It also gave participants time to get to know one another beyond a formal business introduction.
*The afternoon-tea setting, GFWE banner and GFWE member pin at the gathering.*
## Creating Space for Meaningful Connections
For women entrepreneurs working in different fields, the value of a gathering extends beyond meeting new people. It also offers an opportunity to encounter different perspectives. These introductions can begin relationships that continue long after the event.
The small-group format created space for face-to-face interaction in a relaxed environment. In addition, the gathering brought together women with different backgrounds and experiences. This variety offered a starting point for conversations across industries.
*Guests in conversation at the GFWE gathering for women entrepreneurs.*
Through occasions like this, GFWE hopes to encourage connections that go beyond exchanging contact details. Taking time to talk creates opportunities to understand one another and discover shared interests.
Over time, these conversations may also open possibilities for future collaboration. The gathering provided a space where such relationships could begin naturally.
*A guest addresses participants at the GFWE gathering for women entrepreneurs.*
## Bringing Women Entrepreneurs Together
Every entrepreneurial journey is different. Cross-industry engagement creates room for those differences to be heard and appreciated. At the same time, it opens perspectives beyond an individual business or sector.
For GFWE, hosting this gathering was an opportunity to create such a space. We value the experiences and perspectives of each participant. Through open interaction, we hope to help women build supportive connections as they develop their businesses.
*A toast at the afternoon-tea table during the GFWE gathering for women entrepreneurs.*
## Connections That Continue Beyond the Gathering
Not every introduction leads immediately to a partnership. However, it can mark the beginning of trust, friendship and an ongoing conversation.
These connections need time to develop. The opportunity to meet and share experiences can provide a starting point for staying in touch beyond the event.
*Guests at the GFWE private gathering for women entrepreneurs.*
GFWE thanks all the guests who joined the gathering. Their participation brought different experiences and perspectives into a shared setting.
We look forward to seeing these new connections continue to develop through future conversations and shared opportunities.
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Written by
Elena
Contributor at GFWE -- Global Freight World E-Alliance
