Press Release: Empowering Women Leaders in the Energy Sector at the Women in Energy Networking Reception

November 11, 2025
WoEgypt

Cairo, Egypt – November 2024 – In a significant celebration of innovation, resilience, and leadership, we are excited to announce the Women in Energy Networking Reception, a premier event recognizing and promoting the achievements of women in the energy industry. 

This special reception, held as part of the renowned Egypt Energy Conference, will take place on Wednesday, 27 November 2024, at 16:30, at the Egypt Energy Conference Hall within the Egypt International Exhibition Centre in Cairo. 

Here, female leaders, experts, and trailblazers in energy will gather to share insights, build partnerships, and strengthen their networks within the sector.

The Women in Energy Networking Reception offers an exclusive platform to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions on advancing the role of women in energy. This event is more than a networking session; it’s an opportunity for attendees to build valuable relationships, gain insights from industry pioneers, and celebrate the transformative contributions women are making across the energy spectrum.

The event will open with a powerful 30-minute panel discussion titled, “Empowering the Future: Women Leading the Change in the Energy Sector.” This discussion will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers who bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the table. The panel will include Manal Hassan, Chief Sustainability Officer at El Sewedy Electric; Odette Michel, CEO of Evergreen Solar Energy; Mona Rezk, Chairman of Egyptian Electricity Transmission (EETC); Rasha Galal, Marketing & Communication, CSR & Customer Service Director at TotalEnergies Marketing Egypt; and Riham Khairy, Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Siemens Egypt. 

These speakers will share insights on sustainability, innovation, leadership, and the future role of women in an evolving energy landscape.

Following the panel, a 45-minute networking session will offer attendees the chance to interact directly with industry leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and other professionals in the energy sector. This dedicated session is designed to promote collaboration and inspire connections that support personal and professional growth, encouraging attendees to exchange ideas, explore partnership opportunities, and build lasting relationships.

The event aspires to empower and elevate women’s impact in shaping a sustainable future for the energy sector.

Egypt Energy is North Africa’s leading energy event, with a legacy spanning 32 years. Formerly known as ELECTRICX, it is endorsed by Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity & Renewable Energy and has become the go-to destination for EPC contractors, government entities, investors, consultants, and other energy professionals. The event showcases cutting-edge products and solutions in power generation, energy storage, management systems, and sustainable energy sources, attracting thousands of attendees every year eager to discover the latest innovations and solutions driving the energy sector forward.