LIFTWOMEN Bali: Elevate, Empower, Fund 🚀

Following the success of our Bali Chapter Launch, join us for the second edition of LIFTWOMEN Bali, a dynamic event designed to uplift and empower female entrepreneurs.

💡✨ LIFTWOMEN is a global initiative committed to providing women with the tools, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive in business and secure funding. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just beginning your journey, this event will equip you with practical insights, invaluable connections, and the confidence to take your venture to the next level. 💼💪

📅 Date: May 10th
📍 Location: Grand Bali, Nusa Dua
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
🎉 Entrance: Free
🍽️ Includes: Snacks and drinks
🔗 Please, register to secure your spot at the event
🌐 Inclusive Event: We welcome people of all genders to join us.

🌟 Event Highlights:

🔥Fireside Chat: How to Pitch and Get Funded

Fireside chat between Irene Tsang, founder of LIFTWOMEN and Edward Ismawan Chamdani, GP at Braxton Capital. This session will offer insider strategies for crafting a compelling pitch that captures investor attention and secures funding. 💰🔥

💬 Panel Discussion: Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Redefining Success

Join a powerhouse panel featuring Irene Tsang (Founder of LIFTWOMEN), Tessa Wijaya (Co-Founder & COO of Xendit), and Edward Ismawan Chamdani (General Partner at Braxton Capital) as they explore the evolving landscape of female entrepreneurship across Southeast Asia.

From building industry-leading fintech solutions to funding and empowering women-led ventures, each panelist brings a unique lens to the conversation, offering insights on breaking systemic barriers, scaling impactful businesses, and redefining what success looks like for women in business today.

This dynamic discussion will dive into personal stories, systemic challenges, and bold solutions to create a more inclusive and supportive ecosystem for female founders in Indonesia and beyond.. 🌍🚀

Panelists:

Irene Tsang – Founder of LIFTWOMEN 💡

Irene Tsang is the Founder and CEO of LIFTWOMEN, Australia’s first female-focused crowdfunding platform dedicated to supporting women-led businesses. With over 20 years of leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies across the Asia-Pacific, Irene has become an expert in female entrepreneurship, funding, and business innovation. Through LIFTWOMEN, she provides non-dilutive funding, mentorship, and a strong support network to help women turn ideas into successful ventures. Passionate about closing the gender funding gap, Irene is committed to empowering female founders globally.

Tessa Wijaya, Co-Founder, Group CEO of Xendit 👛

Tessa Wijaya, Co-Founder and Group COO of Xendit, and recently appointed CEO of Xendit Thailand, drives the company's overall business operations. As the first woman in Indonesia to contribute to a B2B fintech reaching unicorn status, she's focused on positively impacting the region's financial ecosystem. Her expertise, honed through seven years in private equity, fuels Xendit's mission to bridge gaps within Southeast Asia's digital infrastructure, facilitating seamless transactions across diverse markets. Her leadership focuses on clear strategies and practical innovation, driving Xendit's expansion and setting new benchmarks in regional fintech. As one of the few women in the evolving payments sector, she’s instrumental in building innovative solutions. Her achievements are recognized by Forbes Asia's Power Businesswomen and the ASEAN Entrepreneur Award.

Edward Chamdani, GP at Braxton Capital

Edward Ismawan Chamdani is the General Partner at Braxton Capital Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on three key pillars: environmental and social, insurance and health. Since early 2024, Edward has fully transitioned from his previous role at Ideosource VC, where he was instrumental in shaping Indonesia’s venture capital landscape. With extensive experience in venture capital, private equity, and corporate finance, Edward has been a driving force behind successful investments in companies such as Stockbit, Bibit, FemaleDaily, KapanLagi, Foom, and others. His contributions have played a significant role in fostering innovation and growth within Indonesia’s startup ecosystem.

Emmanuel van de Geer, Co-Founder and CEO at Labamu

Emmanuel van de Geer is the Co-Founder & CEO of Labamu, a fast-growing fintech platform empowering SMEs in emerging markets with seamless access to financial services and digital tools. With over 20 years of experience in banking and technology—including 14 years at Standard Chartered leading business banking innovation—Emmanuel has a deep understanding of the challenges SMEs face. Driven by a mission to close the SME funding and operational gap, he launched Labamu, which now serves over 600,000 registered users, including 85,000+ active businesses in Indonesia. A passionate advocate for financial inclusion and digital transformation, Emmanuel blends expertise in AI, cybersecurity, and cloud computing with real-world insights to build scalable solutions that unlock SME growth across Southeast Asia.

Moderator: Dinara Tagirova 🎙️

Dinara is the founder of Why So Digital, a marketing consulting agency and co-founder of Amrita Wellbeing, a wellness hospitality consulting brand. She is an international business consultant with over 20 years of experience in commercial property development and management, marketing, international events organisation and wellness hospitality. She has worked with prominent global brands, including the Organizing Committee of the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, COMO Hotels and Resorts, and L’Oreal. Passionate about entrepreneurship, sustainability, and women's leadership, Dinara is dedicated to empowering founders and helping them build impactful businesses.

🎭 Founders Spotlight: Impact Pitch - Redefining What’s Possible
Get ready for a high-energy, live pitch session featuring three outstanding female founders—finalists of the LIFTWOMEN competition—who are challenging the status quo and driving bold, purpose-led innovation across Southeast Asia.

🔹 Tenang AI – An empathetic AI-powered co-psychologist supporting Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha with mental health care tailored for a digital-first generation.
Co-founder: Salma Dias Saraswati

🔹 Rebricks – Turning non-recyclable plastic waste into sustainable, high-performance building materials, tackling two of Indonesia’s biggest challenges: waste and construction.
Co-founder: Novita Tan

🔹 HerLens – Revolutionizing women’s health with AI-powered cervical cancer screening that delivers accurate, accessible, and life-saving diagnostics for preventive care.
Co-founder: Nidya Anifa

These visionary founders aren’t just building businesses—they’re shaping a better future.

Be part of the movement. Join us for an evening of inspiration, growth, and connection.

Limited availability! Register now to secure your spot!

We can't wait to see you there!

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Event Rundown:

5:30PM - 6:00PM Registration and Networking
6:00PM - 6:05PM Welcome by MC
6:05PM - 6:10PM Welcome Address - Irene Tsang, Founder of LIFTWOMEN
6:10PM - 6:25PM Fireside Chat - Irene Tsang and Edward Ismawan Chamdani (+ Special Announcement!)
6:25PM - 7:05PM Panel Discussion and Live Q&A
7:05PM - 7:25PM Impact Pitch Showcase
7:25PM - 7:30PM Community Partner Sportlight : Labamu
7:30PM - 7:35PM Closing Remarks and Appreciation
7:35PM - 8:00PM Networking

Contact the host of LIFTWOMEN Bali: Elevate. Empower. Fund.