Resilient Leader: Shaping Your Mindset for 2025
2024-11-26 17:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Copenhagen) | Villa copenhagen Centralpostbygningen, Tietgensgade 35-39, Copenhagen, 1704, Denmark
What mindset shifts do you need to make to pivot your career in 2025?
ProWoc invites you to an inspiring in-person event at the prestigious Villa Copenhagen for an Exclusive Conversation with Ade Adeluwoye, Global Head of Customer Insight at A.P. Moller – Maersk. Ade brings extensive experience in Strategy, Branding, Digital Media, Marketing, and Business Development, and will share the winning strategies that helped him pivot his own career.
Gain valuable insights from a truly remarkable leader on fostering a resilient mindset, embracing change, and confidently managing career transitions in the upcoming year. Whether you aim to advance in your current field or shift to new opportunities, this discussion will equip you with actionable strategies to unleash your potential.
Why You Should Attend:
● Learn Proven Strategies: Discover actionable approaches to building resilience and adapting your mindset to thrive in an ever-changing career landscape.
● Expert Insights: Hear firsthand from Ade, a seasoned leader in global business development and strategy, on how to tackle the challenges of 2025.
● Use storytelling to sharpen your communication: revitalize your personal brand, and ignite new paths for your career journey.
● Exclusive Networking: Connect with mid- to senior-level professionals from various industries and expand your professional network in a meaningful way.
Who Should Attend:
● Ambitious Professionals of All Levels: Whether you’re starting out, mid-career, or a senior leader, this event offers valuable insights and strategies for every stage of your professional journey.
● Career Pivot Seekers: If you’re considering a career change or want to reinvent your professional path, you’ll gain invaluable insights to guide your transition.
About the Speaker:
Ade Adeluwoye is a seasoned marketing and customer strategy executive with over 20 years of experience driving the success of global brands such as Universal Music, Coca-Cola, Reuters, and the BBC. Currently the Global Head of Customer Insight at Maersk, Ade leads customer strategy and data-driven insights, aligning customer experience with impactful business outcomes.
Ade’s career began at ITV and progressed through senior roles at Sony, Universal Music, and the BBC, where he contributed to high-profile projects, including the London 2012 Olympics. A BBC Clore Fellow, he also serves on the board of PWOC, shaping strategic direction and supporting emerging talent.
Originally from the UK, he is now based in Copenhagen. Known for his innovation, resilience, and excellence, Ade’s leadership inspires others to elevate their stories, prioritize customer-centricity, and unlock new opportunities.
🗓 Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2024
🕔 Time: 17h00 – 20h00
📍 Location: Villa Copenhagen, Tietgensgade 35-39, 1704 København
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and gain actionable tools for your career journey.
Register today and be part of this transformative experience!
Last day to register/signup
24 November 2024 – midnight

Self-Managing Leadership Program with CFL and ProWoc
2025-03-20 08:30 - 2025-03-21 17:00
<< REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED >>
Dear ProWoc members and non-members,
We are excited to invite you to the Self-Managing Leadership Program, taking place on March 20 – 21st, 2025. This transformative two-day event will empower you with the skills and strategies to thrive as a self-managed leader in today’s dynamic world.
Almost one million executives have discovered their “why” through our Self-Managing Leadership (SML®️) Programme. There is proof that it’s possible to enjoy professional and personal success while having a positive impact on the world around you. Our 10-step model helps participants identify their purpose, values and vision in order to define the focus and character which define their leadership. Each participant will develop a 90- day action plan to focus on the few things which have the largest impact, on both their personal and professional development.
Key Details:
Date: March 20 – 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 – 17:00 both days
Location: Copenhagen Area – Details sent via email
Cost: 1.500 – 2.400 DKK
Thanks to our exclusive partnership with ProWoc, we are offering this program at a very favorable price of 1.500 DKK for members and 2.400 DKK for non-members. However, please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure your place, we strongly encourage you to register as soon as possible!
Why Attend?
Develop key leadership skills to navigate change and uncertainty.
Gain practical tools for leading teams with autonomy and accountability.
Learn from industry experts and network with like-minded professionals.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to invest in your leadership journey!
Reserve Your Spot Today at https://prowoc.org/product/smlp_jan2025/
For more information contact prowocboard@prowoc.org

You're Invited to attend The Womenomics Global Summit 2025
2025-06-03 12:45 - 18:30
The Womenomics Global Summit explores diversity, inclusion and women’s impact on the global economy
The 11th annual summit will take place on the 3rd of June 2025 , 12:45-18:30 CEST, at The Royal Danish Opera
ProWoc Members will receive 15% off of ticket price. Register using this link:
(If link fails to open – https://www.conferencemanager.dk/womenomicsglobaldeisummit2025/signup.html?step=participants&CURRENTSTEP=participants)

#womenomicssummit2025 #womenomics2025 #women’simpact2025

Unstuck: Navigating Career Transitions
2025-06-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Zoku Copenhagen, Amagerfælledvej 108, Copenhagen, 2300, Denmark
About the event: Presented by BPoC and ProWoc
Feeling stuck in your current role but unsure how to move forward? Unstuck: Navigating Career Transitions is designed for professionals seeking a change—whether it’s a new industry, a leadership role, or a complete career pivot.
This event will provide practical insights and strategies to help you break free from career stagnation. Through expert-led discussions, real-life success stories, and interactive exercises, you’ll gain clarity on your next steps and the confidence to take action.
🌟What to Expect:

Identifying roadblocks: Why you feel stuck and how to overcome them.
Exploring new opportunities: Transitioning into new roles, industries, or entrepreneurship.
Personal branding & networking: Leveraging your skills and connections.
Action planning: Crafting a roadmap for your next career move.

📕 Come ready to reflect, strategize, and connect with fellow professionals who, like you, are ready to step into their next chapter.
🕕 Time: 17:30 – 20:00
📍Location: Zoku Copenhagen, Amagerfælledvej 108, 2300 København
🗓️ Last day to register: 8 June, 2025
🎟️ Cost: Free
!! Public transportation: Take the M1 (direction Vestamager st.) to DR Byen
!!Parking: Local parking spaces
🖋️ RSVP below. ⏬

Not a ProWoc member? Join today at prowoc.org/membership and select Annual, Semi-annual or Student membership subscription.

Please read: Event Tickets Information
Please read: Free Entry Ticket Policy

You’ve been invited to TechBBQ 2025
2025-08-27 08:00 - 2025-08-28 18:00 | Bella Center Copenhagen, Center Boulevard 5, Copenhagen, 2300, Denmark
📣 We’re thrilled to announce that ProWoc is officially partnering with @TechBBQ for a second year in a row! TechBBQ is the powerhouse behind Scandinavia’s largest startup, innovation, and tech summit. Attending this event brings deeper insights into the Nordic tech scene and startup ecosystems, fostering learning, growth, and innovation.
As a community partner, we’re excited to offer our members a special discount of 25% to attend this 2 day event here in Copenhagen! Discount code is: 25ProWocnetwork25
🖋️ ‼️ Please register using this link https://ti.to/techbbq/2025/discount/25ProWocnetwork25
📅 Join us at TechBBQ on August 27 – 28th for this event, where tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs and investors come together for two days of inspiration, networking, and growth. 🌟
See you there! 🌐
#TechBBQ2025 #TechBBQ
📖 Learn more about TechBBQ and secure your spot by visiting their website: TechBBQ 2025

TECHBBQ VENUE LOCATION: Bella Center Copenhagen
Time:
Wednesday, Aug 27 (Day 1) – 9:00 – 18:00
Thursday, Aug 28 (Day 2) – 9:00 – 18:00
Venue: Bella Center Copenhagen
Address: Center Boulevard 5, 2300 Copenhagen S, Denmark
!!!! SAVE YOUR ENTRY BADGE : If you are attending both days, please save your wristband for Day 2. If you lose your wristband the replacement cost could be the price of a 1 day ticket.

ProWoc Mentoring Touchpoint Workshop
2025-10-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Globalhagen House, Fælledvej 12, København N, 2200
Are you curious about improving your Mentoring Journey?
Strengthen your mentoring journey. Expand your connections.
The ProWoc Mentoring Touchpoint Workshop (for Mentors and Mentees) is a 3-hour session built to inspire and connect. Through hands-on activities and networking, mentoring pairs will find new energy and direction for their relationships, while prospective participants will gain a clear view of the program. It’s a chance for everyone to exchange insights, expand their networks, and grow together.
✨ Who should attend?

Mentoring participants eager to share experiences and gain inspiration
Professionals interested in becoming mentors or mentees

📒What you’ll gain

Tools and strategies to build meaningful mentoring relationships
A clear introduction to the ProWoc Mentoring Program
Space to ask questions and share experiences
Interactive activities and structured networking

This touchpoint is designed to support, inspire, and connect professionals across the ProWoc community.
🔗Join us to connect, learn, and grow within the ProWoc community!
Details:
🗓️Date & Time: Saturday 18 October 2025, 11:00-14:00
📍Location:Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke(Globalhagen House), Fælledvej 12 – Entrance C – 1st Floor – Room: Equality Room, 2200 København
DKK Pricing: Free for all attendees
🍓Extras: Light refreshments
⬇️RSVP below

Please be aware that we will be taking photographs and potentially filming at this event. If this causes an issue, please talk to someone on the planning committee or a ProWoc volunteer as soon as possible.
➡️ProWoc Events: Image Consent Form (link) – GDPR requirement

Keys to a Successful Work Life – Thriving in Your Career in Denmark
2026-06-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Zoku Copenhagen, Amagerfælledvej 108, Copenhagen, 2300, Denmark
Event presented by BPoC & ProWoc
What does a successful work life really look like in Denmark?
Join us on 18 June for an inspiring panel discussion where experienced professionals share real insights on career growth, balance, and navigating the Danish workplace with confidence.
Building a successful work life is about more than titles and promotions. It’s about growth, balance, belonging, and making choices that support both your professional goals and personal wellbeing.
In this engaging panel discussion, experienced professionals come together to explore what success really looks like in the Danish workplace — especially for professionals of color navigating international careers.
During this session, our panel will:

Break down what “career success” means in the Danish context
Discuss navigating workplace culture, expectations, and unspoken rules
Share practical strategies for career progression, visibility, and leadership
Explore work-life balance, mental wellbeing, and sustainable performance
Offer honest insights on challenges — and how to overcome them

🎙️Speakers:
Daniel Betrian is a technology and business leader born and raised in Curaçao, bringing an international perspective shaped by both his roots and his professional journey. Working at the intersection of business strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise technology, he focuses on helping organizations translate complex challenges into practical, people-centered solutions. Throughout his career, Daniel has been passionate about building bridges — between business and technology, strategy and execution, and people from different backgrounds and experiences. As someone who understands the value of representation and opportunity, he is particularly driven by creating spaces where diverse perspectives are heard, talent is empowered, and individuals can see possibilities beyond the limits often placed on them.
Selim Ablo-Nielsen (J.D., LL.M.) is an experienced legal and compliance professional currently serving as Director of Compliance at Novo Nordisk. Originally from Ghana, she earned her law degrees from The George Washington University Law School and built a legal career in the United States, practicing in Washington D.C. and Philadelphia before relocating to Denmark. Driven by a commitment to advancing diversity, empowerment and inclusion, Selim co-founded ProWoc (Professional Women of Colour Network Denmark) in 2019. The non-profit organisation focuses on career development, mentorship, and increasing visibility of women of colour in the Danish workplace and society at large. Having previously served as ProWoc’s President, Selim continues to guide its strategic direction as a member of the ProWoc Advisory Board.
🎙️Moderator:
Naila Kosar is a UK-qualified lawyer whose career sits at the intersection of law, human rights, and corporate accountability. She began in human rights legal practice before transitioning into in-house compliance and governance roles, where she developed expertise across data privacy, AI governance, emerging technology regulation, sustainability, and human rights due diligence. Her work centres on helping organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes while building practical, people-centred governance frameworks. Alongside her professional work, Naila is actively involved in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives, with a particular interest in fostering inclusive workplaces and supporting professionals navigating international careers and identity in Denmark.
This event is designed for professionals, newcomers, and anyone seeking clarity, confidence, and direction in their career journey in Denmark.
🗓️ Thursday, 18 June
🕖 16:30 – 18:30
📍 ZoKu Copenhagen
🎟️ Free for ProWoc & BPoC Members | 50kr for Students | 100kr for Non members
Click here to register today!
