Curitiba Hosts Groundbreaking Business Networking Event Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
A major women-focused business networking event in Curitiba launches a pioneering app and promotes empowerment through partnerships and knowledge sharing.
- • Curitiba hosts the 1st Business Round – Hiléia in Connection 2026 on January 15.
- • Event promotes networking, partnerships, and visibility for women entrepreneurs.
- • Launch of Somos Hiléia app offering digital ID, discounts, and connection hub.
- • Hiléia founders emphasize income generation, autonomy, and mutual support.
- • Registration costs R$ 97 and includes access to training and business missions.
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On January 15, Curitiba will host the 1st Business Round – Hiléia in Connection 2026, a pivotal event designed to foster business opportunities and empowerment for women entrepreneurs. Held from 2 PM to 6 PM at Espaço Pirâmide in the Pilarzinho neighborhood, the event aims to unite established and aspiring female business owners to network, form partnerships, and boost the visibility of their ventures.
The event features dynamic business presentations and networking activities aimed at facilitating meaningful connections and collaborations among participants. A significant highlight is the launch of Somos Hiléia, Brazil's first dedicated app for women entrepreneurs, available on both Android and iOS. This app offers members digital identification, an exclusive discount club, and access to a hub for connecting business solutions.
Hiléia was founded by entrepreneurs Luciana Burko, Sandra Pedroso, and Veridiana Pluscheg, with the mission to build a vibrant network providing practical support and knowledge sharing. Burko, the director of Business Strategies and Communication at Hiléia, emphasized, “We work to ensure women can generate income and achieve a life with more autonomy and purpose through knowledge and mutual support.”
The platform operates with membership plans that grant access to various training programs and business missions, aiming to create tangible results for women-led businesses. Registrations for the event are open via Sympla at R$ 97 per person.
This initiative aligns with broader efforts to empower women economically by facilitating connections and providing valuable resources, contributing to increased autonomy and success. With initiatives like this, Curitiba is becoming a hub for women’s entrepreneurship, emphasizing collective growth and sustainability.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
