2nd Women in Search Forum
2nd Women in Search Forum
November 19th, 2025. IESE Barcelona.
IESE Business School, in collaboration with the Women’s Search Network, and the support of Innesto Partners and Novidam, will be hosting the second edition of the Women in Search Forum taking place on November 19th at IESE´s Barcelona North Campus. The Forum aims to showcase women’s experiences in search while fostering dialogue and learning for everyone interested in the search journey. The agenda features leading women CEOs and investors, peer discussions, and networking sessions designed to strengthen collaboration and community in the search funds space.
REGISTRATION CLOSED
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Schedule
| Subject to change | |
| 11:30h - 12:00h | Introduction Session for Aspiring Searchers |
| 12:00h - 12:30h | Registration and Welcome |
| 12:30h - 14:00h | Lunch |
| 14:00h - 14:30h | Opening Remarks Sara Rosenthal |
| 14:30h - 15:30h | Panel I: Role of the Investor Through All Stages of the Search Journey Alexandra Kaars Sijpesteijn (Moderator) Helena Grau Jan Simon Esteban Kallay |
| 15:30h - 16:30h | Panel II: Ask Me Anything Lenka Kolarova (Moderator) Karen Forster Rebeca Pinheiro Maja Zhang Olsen |
| 16:30h - 17:00h | Networking Break |
| 17:00h - 18:00h | Panel III: CEO Perspectives Sara Rosenthal (Moderator) Jane Kaggwa Snow Mar Raposo Helena Ahlström |
| 18:00h - 18:30h | Closing Remarks |
| 18:30h - 19:30h | Cocktail |
Details
- Register here
The organizing commitee needs to approve your registration before you can join the event. You will be notified with regards to your status within 5 business days. If admitted, you will receive an email with a payment link. - Given space limitations, registration will prioritize female active and prospective searchers.
More information soon
IESE Business School
North Campus
There are a number of accommodations options near IESE:
- Sansi Pedralbes → 5-minute walk from IESE
- Torre Girona Residence Halls → 10-minute walk from IESE
- AC Victoria Suites → 15-minute walk from IESE
- Abba Garden Hotel → 20-minute walk from IESE
- Upper Diagonal → 15-minute walk from IESE
Are you a CEO or Investor?
Join an exclusive morning dedicated to female CEOs and investors, taking place on the same day as the Women in Search event (November 19th). Connect, share experiences, and gain insights through a dynamic agenda featuring peer circles, workshops, and networking opportunities.
This morning session is reserved exclusively for CEOs and investors in search funds. All registrations will be reviewed, and those that do not meet this profile will not be able to attend.
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