TIMOR-LESTE WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS – RESULTS 2024
Dili, Tuesday, November 19, 2024
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the governments of Australia and New Zealand, celebrated the success of the winners of the Women in Business Award in Timor-Leste, to honor the achievements of women in business and finance in the country.
The Women Entrepreneur Award in Timor-Leste has three main objectives:The Women Entrepreneur Award Timor-Leste 2024 ceremony was sponsored by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Timor-Leste, Dr. José Ramos Horta.The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the governments of Australia and New Zealand, celebrated the success of the winners of the Women in Business Award in Timor-Leste, to honor the achievements of women in business and finance in the country.The Women Entrepreneur Award in Timor-Leste has three main objectives:
- To celebrate women who excel in their careers and serve as role models for others;
- To appreciate and encourage legislative, public, and private sector authorities;
- To recognize institutional and individual efforts.
This award highlights the importance of promoting female leadership and recognizing their contribution to the private sector in Timor-Leste. It showcases the success and initiatives of women in business and finance, creating models to inspire a new generation of women entrepreneurs and leaders.
The Women Entrepreneur Award Timor-Leste 2024 ceremony was sponsored by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Timor-Leste, Dr. José Ramos Horta.
“The participation of women in business is not only a matter of justice but also essential for the economic and social development of our country,” said the President of the Republic of Timor-Leste, José Ramos Horta, who was also the patron of the award. “This award celebrates the remarkable achievements of Timorese women and serves as a reminder that their economic participation and leadership benefit everyone.”
CATEGORY 1: ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVES
Best Initiative Promoting Financial Inclusion for Women
Winner
Domingas dos Santos
Credit Union Lanamona
Finalists
Florentina da Costa
Werubere Unip.Lda
Martinha Santa Antunes
Leadasi Unip.Lda
Best Initiative Promoting Entrepreneurship for Women
Winner
Sonia Muir
Pro EMA
Finalists
Ashley Peng
Woolly Pet Lda
Arisca da Conceição Marçal
Ti-Women Ecojewelry
CATEGORY 2: WOMEN IN MANAGEMENT
Women Corporate Leader of the Year
Winner
Simone Assis
Pro EMA
Finalists
Fransisca Joe da Cunha Magno
Kathleen Fon Ha Tchong Goncalves
Career Role Model of the Year
Winner
Ligia Quiolia de Jesus B. Ferreira
Finalists
Shechah Salem Sagran
Ana Gama da Costa Lobo
CATEGORY 3: PROFESSIONAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT
Outstanding Mentor or Coach for Women Economic Empowerment
Winner
Maria Helena L. de Jesus Pires
Finalists
Evirilda Caminha
Fildiana Elisabeth Gusmão de Oliveira
CATEGORY 4: WOMEN IN FINANCIAL SERVICES
Outstanding Women Leader in Financial Services Sector
Winner
Natalia Jaquelina Do Rosario Reveals Ribeiro
Finalists
Grasiela de Fatima Silla
Suzana Leong da Costa
Best Gender-Focused Financial Innovation
Winner
Banco Nacional de Comercio de Timor-Leste’s FIAR Loan Productsis
Lucia da Cruz Flor
CATEGORY 5: WOMEN IN FINANCIAL SERVICESCATEGORY 5: WOMEN-LED BUSINESS
Women-Led Business Owner of the Year-Established Business (Dili)
Winner
Claricia Lay
Jacinto Unipessoal Lda
Finalists
Tersinha de Araujo
Small Store
Evonia Chung
Restaurante Linivon
Women-Led Business Owner of the Year-Established Business (Outside Dili)
Winner
Angelina dos Santos
Assosiasaun Feto Maubise Hanoin Ba Oin (HBO)
Finalists
Maria de Fátima Julieta Neto Mok
Três Estrelas
Ana Fernanda Dias Quintas
Restaurante Angel
Women-Led Start-Up of the Year (Product)
Winner
Patricia Madalena Mendes
Patricia Fresh Lounge Unipessoal Lda – Patty’s Series Milk Chocolate
Finalists
Claudia Ximenes
Vera Juice
Women-Led Start-Up of the Year (Services)
Winner
Leonilda Noronha Ximenes
Restaurante Ahi Matan
