LightCastle Partners co-organizes 'Corporate Connect 2020 Conference and Business Fair'

The World Bank Group, with implementing partner WEConnect International and local strategic partner LightCastle Partners, held a day-long event on Feb 9, 2020, at the Radisson called ‘Corporate Connect 2020 Conference and Business Fair’.

Tipu Munshi, Hon. Minsiter of Commerce visiting a stall

The event was officially commenced by the Minister of Commerce, Mr. Tipu Munshi, and Ms. Wendy Werner, IFC Country Manager: Bangladesh, Bhutan, & Nepal.

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Over 70 Corporate Representatives and 50 Women-Owned Businesses attended the event, which included an insightful panel, roundtable discussion, exhibition fair, and a pitch competition. The event ended with a meet-the-buyer session, where 12 corporate procurement representatives held roundtable sessions with the women entrepreneurs.