Empowered Presence: A Summit on Women Leading with Impact
This March, Manila’s most dynamic women leaders,
communicators, and changemakers gather for an afternoon designed to do more
than inspire—it aims to transform. On March 11, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00
p.m., Flair Image
Consultancy presents Empowered Presence: Elevating Image,
Communication & Impact. The summit spotlights leadership, personal
branding, and women’s empowerment at Spaces, World Plaza in Bonifacio Global
City.
For women navigating boardrooms, building businesses,
leading teams, or stepping into the spotlight, this event promises actionable
insights on how presence—how we speak, show up, and connect—can become our
greatest professional asset.
Beyond Image: A Journey to Self-Transformation
Opening the program is Ginny Villegas, AICI CIP, Certified
Image Professional and Founder of Flair Image Consultancy, whose keynote, “Beyond
Image: A Journey to Self-Transformation,” reframes image not as
surface-level polish but as an expression of confidence, authenticity, and
purpose.
With years of experience guiding executives and leaders,
Villegas will unpack how personal style, body language, and self-awareness
converge to create credibility in any room—whether it’s a pitch meeting or a
public stage.
Unlocking Your Speaking Superpower
Next, international communications trainer Doreen
Cooper-Medina takes center stage with “The Confidence Code: Unlock Your
Speaking Superpower.”
In a world where ideas only matter if they’re heard,
Cooper-Medina’s session focuses on voice, clarity, and commanding attention.
This will equip attendees with tools to speak with authority, handle
high-pressure conversations, and own the spotlight without apology.
Rising to Lead: Women Who Inspire and Transform
The afternoon crescendos with a powerful panel discussion
titled “Rising to Lead: Women Who Inspire and Transform.” And
our very own Editor-in-Chief, Gretchen
Gatan Fragada, is hosting.
Joining her are trailblazers from beauty, transportation, and architecture:
- Nikki Tang, CEO of DMark Beauty & DermaAsia Corporation
- Mary Ann Pastrana, Chairman of Archipelago Philippine Ferries Corporation
- Arch. Barbra Del Castillo Go, President & CEO of Casas + Architects
Together, they’ll share candid stories of leadership, resilience, reinvention, and the realities of rising through male-dominated industries. It will offer perspectives that resonate with both seasoned executives and emerging leaders alike.
A Gathering of Purpose-Driven Women
Supported by brands such as FastCat, Archipelago Philippine Ferries, and Casas + Architects, with Spaces as venue partner and media partners including The Metro Edit and The Manila Times, the summit positions itself as one of the year’s most compelling conversations on modern womanhood and leadership.
More than a conference, Empowered Presence is shaping up to be a room full of ambition. It’s where confidence is cultivated, voices are sharpened, and networks are formed over shared experiences and bold visions.
