Empowering Women in Maritime and Energy: WIME Award Board Meets with Adelaar Energy CEO to Foster Strategic Collaboration and Growth
In a move to promote women's empowerment and excellence in the maritime and energy sectors, a delegation from the Women in Maritime and Energy (WIME) Award board paid a courtesy visit to Mrs. Grace Orife, CEO of Adelaar Energy Limited. The meeting, which took place at the Adelaar Energy headquarters, aimed to discuss strategic collaboration opportunities, promote women's advocacy, and explore ways to drive growth and development in the industry.
Led by Chairperson Dr. Chizoba Anyika, the WIME board delegation comprised of notable industry experts, including Abiola Soremekun and Tunbosun Afolayan, SCMP. The team expressed their appreciation for Adelaar Energy's support and commitment to empowering women in the maritime and energy sectors.
During the meeting, Mrs. Orife, who is also the co-chair of the African Women Business Energy Network of the African Energy Week AEC, emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for women to excel in the industry. She expressed her commitment to supporting initiatives that promote knowledge and skill acquisition, enabling engagement, and empowering women in maritime and energy.
The discussion also explored potential partnerships for visibility and enabling initiatives that align with the broader vision of the 2025 Women in Maritime and Energy Awards. The WIME board delegation highlighted the importance of amplifying the impacts of women in the industry and promoting balanced representation, professional development, and leadership roles.
The 2025 Women in Maritime and Energy Awards, scheduled for March 28, will honor outstanding women, allies, and organizations that have made significant contributions to the maritime and energy sectors. These awards serve as a platform to highlight achievements, amplify impacts, drive advocacy, and encourage the next generation of female professionals to excel in these industries.
The visit concluded with a shared commitment to driving meaningful change and inspiring women in these critical sectors to create a more equitable and dynamic industry landscape. Stakeholders and industry leaders are encouraged to participate in and support this initiative to foster a more inclusive and sustainable future.
As the maritime and energy sectors continue to evolve, it is essential to recognize the critical role that women play in driving growth, innovation, and sustainability. The WIME Award board's meeting with Adelaar Energy CEO, Mrs. Grace Orife, marks a significant step towards promoting women's empowerment and excellence in these industries.
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