Events

Committee life: summary of events and announcements of new initiatives

Upcoming events

We invite you to a masterclass

“Sweet Leisure”

Date: February 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Venue: Kyiv, 2b Andriivskyi Uzviz, “Lviv Handmade Chocolate”

For whom:
● Members of the Kyiv CCI Women Entrepreneurs Committee

What awaits you?
• Two hours in the magical world of chocolate, where everyone can become a true confectionery master!
• Participants will create approximately 12 signature chocolates made from melted chocolate with two delicious fillings.
• 9 of these sweet masterpieces will go home with you in beautiful gift packaging so you can share the joy with your loved ones.

Sweet break
While the chocolates are setting, all guests will be treated to hot cocoa. You will also have the opportunity to taste the sweets you created yourself.

Surprises at the end
Each participant will receive:
• A personalized certificate “Chocolate Master”
• An exclusive chocolate world map

Past events

Masterclass

“Sweet Leisure”

Date: February 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Venue: Kyiv, 2b Andriivskyi Uzviz, “Lviv Handmade Chocolate”

For whom:
● Members of the Kyiv CCI Women Entrepreneurs Committee

What awaits you?
• Two hours in the magical world of chocolate, where everyone can become a true confectionery master!
• Participants will create approximately 12 signature chocolates made from melted chocolate with two delicious fillings.
• 9 of these sweet masterpieces will go home with you in beautiful gift packaging so you can share the joy with your loved ones.

Sweet break
While the chocolates are setting, all guests will be treated to hot cocoa. You will also have the opportunity to taste the sweets you created yourself.

Surprises at the end
Each participant will receive:
• A personalized certificate “Chocolate Master”
• An exclusive chocolate world map

TOPIC

Final meeting of the Kyiv CCI Women Entrepreneurs Committee

Time: December 3, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PMPlace: Kyiv, 55 Bohdana Khmelnytskoho Street, conference hall, 8th floor

Event guest Michelle Hollander:- Founder and CEO | International project “Esperanza”;- Dynamic social-impact leader and entrepreneur with a visionary approach to creating measurable change;- Founded and expanded a non-profit organization transforming lives in Guatemala through healthcare, housing, and education;- Directed strategic vision and organizational growth in collaboration with a dedicated board of directors;- Secured diverse funding streams and built partnerships across the USA and Guatemala;- Oversaw the development and implementation of programs focused on innovation, impact, and community engagement;- Fostered a culture of excellence, providing staff and volunteers with opportunities to implement meaningful change.

Exhibition

Committee members attending the exhibition opening

Time: December 11, 2025

Oksana Fursa – Honored Artist of Ukraine, Professor, Rector of the Art Academy named after Salvador Dalí.

COMPETITION

“Family-Friendly Enterprise”

Time: July – November 2025Place: Kyiv, 55 Bohdana Khmelnytskoho Street

For whom:● підприємці, ● власники бізнесу м. Києва та України, ● підприємства та організації члени КТПП
What is its significance and essence?The competition is inspired by European practices and adapted by the Kyiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It allows managers to assess existing policies on flexible schedules, leave, and support for family responsibilities, as well as to test new approaches. This helps improve work–life balance, reduce emotional burnout, and increase productivity. As a result, companies receive practical tools to improve corporate culture and create a comfortable work environment.
What is its value?Participation in the project highlights management’s responsibility for the well-being of employees and their families and enhances the company’s reputation. Companies that participate become more attractive in the labor market, as they demonstrate care for work–family balance.

Topic:         

“The strength of women is the strength of the nation: health, business, life”

Date:

10.07.2025

Organizers:                         

Raisa Mуkhailova – Co-owner and CEO of Favor LLC,
Committee of Women Entrepreneurs of the Kyiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Speakers and their regalia:● Galina Simakhina – winner of the Ukrainian State Prize, Doctor of Technical Sciences, professor at the National University of Food Technologies
● Natalia Kostynska – Doctor of Medical Sciences, professor, specialist in pharmacology and homeopathy
● Inna Gara – Candidate of Medical Sciences, senior neurologist, medical director of Eurolab
● Olga Venediktova – Candidate of Medical Sciences, ophthalmologist, owner of the Olive Clinic Beauty and Eyes clinic
● Tetyana Abramova – Founder and CEO of the RITO brand
● Dolia Kateryna – Energy therapist, certified sexologist, author of the book Romance with Life
● Olena Bozenko – founder of the Interior Art Laboratory educational program
● Lilia Tkach – nutritionist, co-owner of the Vivid Bean business consulting agency
● Andriy Antonenko – director of UVT Group, founder of Dzentr, co-founder of the Kids of Ukraine Charitable Foundation
● Yuriy Ryabitsa – business coach in communications, relationship coach, author of courses on public speaking and leadership

What did you talk about?An open round table for women entrepreneurs in Kyiv dedicated to health, business, and life balance. Speakers from various industries discussed women's health, emotional balance, nutrition, inner harmony, space design, and business development. The event combined expert knowledge, practical advice, and inspiration for the personal and professional growth of the participants.

Participants had the opportunity to join the discussion via a Telegram bot, share their thoughts to help shape the resolution, take part in prize draws, and experience an atmosphere of support, experience sharing, and inspiration.
Thank you to everyone who was with us!

TOPIC

“Successful negotiations”

10.04.2025 року

Speaker: Ponomarenko Olena● Business trainer, coach, game practitioner
● Owner of the Teenager Start Adolescent Development Center
● Franchisor

TOPIC

“The role of coaching in supporting female business owners: Diagnosing needs and requests”

26.03.2025 року

Speaker: Victoria Arnautova● Strategic partner of top leaders during times of change
● ICF Executive Coach
● PhD Psychologist
● Gender expert with WEPs in business and the security and defense sector, mine action

TOPIC

“Financial efficiency of business: planning, indicators, and development strategies, or How to solve the problem of working capital shortage in business”

20.02 2025 року

Speaker: Svetlana Popova● Co-owner of Balance Group
● Chair of the Founders Council of GOODWILL.Club
● Mentor to managers and accountants
Speaker: Yulia Korniychuk● Owner of an accounting firm that provides remote accounting services for small and medium-sized businesses

ВОРКШОП

«Штучний інтелект для розвитку бізнесу»

17.01.2025 року

Speaker: Svetlana Nasirova● business coach

TOPIC

“If this is your life's work, look for opportunities.”

29.11.24 року

Speaker: Tymofiy Badikov● Space Tech Gateway Founder, Krakow, Poland. This company integrates cutting-edge space technologies into various terrestrial industries, promoting growth and innovation in developed markets. The company collaborates with leading European space and technology leaders for real-world applications.

TOPIC

“The importance of personal branding. What is personal branding? How to develop it? What does it offer?”

14.11.24 року

Speaker: Alina Khomytska● “How to position yourself correctly to achieve success”

Унікальна авторська гра Аліси Анісімової по ПРОФАЙЛІНГУ від проекту CosmoLady

Predictology – from zero to ?

23.10.2024 року

Coach - Profiler: Alisa Anisimova● 22 years of practical experience,
● Psychologist – personologist,
● Expert – physiognomist of international level,
● Profiler – expert in the field of behavioral analysis of all levels of complexity

TOPIC

“Exchange of banking information and implications for Ukrainian residents”

10.10.2024 року

Speaker: Olexander Korotkov● Co-founder and CEO of Tailcor Sp.z.o.o.
● Polish crypto license for legal entities and individuals. Account with Clear Junction (UK), verified on CEX and Bitstamp crypto exchanges. Board Member of Cosmos Finance Partner at QORE Advisory.
● Consulting for international businesses
● Entrepreneur

ОРГАНІЗАЦІЙНІ ПИТАННЯ

“On the creation of a website for the Committee of Women Entrepreneurs”

19.09.2024 року

The committee's decision to create a website and make a voluntary contribution to its creation and maintenance was approved.

ТРЕНІНГ

“How to turn your company into liquid corporate capital?”

22.08.2024 року

Speaker: Roman Kushnir● Founder of SPE-Consulting consulting company
● CEO of SPE Development School, www.spe.org.ua
● Conducted over 12,000 hours of training
● CEO of the co-investment platform for investment decisions www.investor.org.ua
● Founder of the Agro ETF investment project on the agricultural land market.

TOPIC

“The charisma and high communicability of a leader - how it affects the achievement of success in business”

07.08.2024 року

Speaker: Ryabitsa Yuriy Valeriyovych● Actor in the Black Square improvisational theater and film company
● Public speaking and business communication coach
● Author of the course “I SPEAK,” which has been successfully completed by over 1,500 students
● Author of the course “IMPROVISATION IN BUSINESS AND BEYOND” — over 1,000 graduates

TOPIC

“The Silver Economy: New Solutions. Products. Services. On the need to use the characteristics and influences of the silver economy in age management and marketing”

16.05.2024 року

Speaker: Alina Anatolyevna Khaletska● Professor at the Andriy Meleshevych Kyiv-Mohyla School of Governance, NaUKMA,
● Doctor of Science in Public Administration

ISSUES CONSIDERED

“Participation in an international conference in Bar, Montenegro - Organization of a constitutional economy - its role, future, and opportunities. Creation of a committee on vocational training within the framework of the Koblenz Chamber of Crafts Project and business associations of women entrepreneurs from the Western Balkans and Ukraine.”

11.04.2024 року

Speaker: Lyudmila Sizikova● Chair of the CommitteeRaisa Mikhailova● Co-Chair of the Committee

SEMINAR

“About women's image and clothing from different perspectives: practical, sacred, and social. How clothing empowers or weakens women, how it helps them feel comfortable, influence those around them, and their own lives.”

21.03.2024 року

Speaker: Lily Bratus● A well-known, talented, incredibly vibrant Ukrainian designer whose clothes are worn by the country's top officials.

SEMINAR

“Psychological aspects of overcoming difficult periods and building a business during wartime”

08.02.2024

Speaker: Natalia Sablin● Psychologist, coach,
● Candidate of Psychological Sciences,
● Founder and Director of the Natalia Sablin Training Center

SEMINAR-WORKSHOP

“Online sales and developing your own brand on the Internet”

11.01.24 року

Speaker: Alla Petrychenko● Founder of Shop-Express, a Ukrainian platform for creating online stores
● 15 years of experience in internet marketing and e-commerce