Lessons from Hosting Women-Centric Events: What We’ve Learned at Women Listed

July 7, 2025

At Women Listed, we work towards curating meaningful, women-centric events that provide women entrepreneurs with visibility for business to grow with intention. From elevator pitch meets and Entrepreneur Awards, to DIY workshops and virtual learning sessions, we’ve hosted more than 10 signature gatherings — and every single one has taught us something about what women truly need from an event.

With our next experience — Wellness & Chai — just around the corner, we’re reflecting on what we’ve learned about building spaces that aren’t just events, but experiences for women-led brands and professionals craving visibility and connection.

Small Circles. Big Impact.

The biggest myth around event-building is: “the bigger, the better.” But we’ve consistently found that women don’t need a ballroom full of people — they need a room that feels right. Women open up when the room feels personal. Our most powerful conversations have happened not on a stage, but in circles — where the distance between voices is small and the energy is grounded.

At Women Listed events, we don’t just fill seats. We intentionally curate who's in the room — because when women feel seen, not scanned, they’re more likely to share, support, and stay connected.

It’s Not About the Mic — It’s About the Room

We’ve learned that visibility for women entrepreneurs, especially those in purpose-driven sectors, doesn’t come from shouting the loudest. It comes from feeling safe enough to share your voice.

The environment matters. Whether it’s the way seating is arranged, the pace of the sessions, or the lineup of the guest speakers — every detail affects how women show up. Curation isn't about exclusivity — it's about creating psychological spaciousness where people feel free to be real. That’s why Wellness & Chai will open with breathwork and grounding before we begin anything else.

From Contacts to Connection

Women don’t just want to exchange business cards. They want connection. They want to know who you are before what you do. And this can’t happen in rushed, transactional formats. Whether it’s over chai, during a panel reflection, or while exploring women-led wellness brands at a booth — we’ve seen genuine bonds form that go far beyond an event day. At times, “Networking” can feel transactional, so we work towards helping you explore purposeful connections at Women Listed Events.

Visibility Can Be Soulful, Too

Many women-led brands, especially in wellness, hesitate to market themselves loudly. Why? Because the typical methods often feel inauthentic or overly polished. Also, at time, they struggle to find platforms that match their voice and values.

Our mission has always been to make visibility feel aligned, and not forced. Whether it’s through our Promotion Pods, expert features, or thoughtfully created Reels — we spotlight women in their voice, their energy, their style. At Wellness & Chai, visibility won't be about “performing professionalism” — it will be about owning your presence.

Business, But Make It Nourishing

Burnout remains a silent epidemic among women entrepreneurs and practitioners. Our gatherings offer a rare chance to reset while building visibility and community. Whether it’s through organic meals, calming spaces, or intentional pauses, wellness isn’t just a theme — it’s part of the process.

We asked: What if an event felt like a retreat? That’s how Wellness & Chai was born. With calming natural spaces, nourishing food, breath-led sessions, and built-in moments of rest — we’re creating an environment that lets women reconnect with both their purpose and their peace.

Coming Up: Wellness & Chai — A Soulful Gathering for Women in Wellness

All these lessons have shaped our upcoming flagship event – Wellness & Chai, taking place on 12th July, in Delhi. It’s not a conference. It’s not a networking meet. It’s a lovingly held space for:

This day is for:

  • Women in wellness looking for authentic community
  • Founders of women-led brands seeking soulful visibility
  • Coaches, therapists, energy workers, and creative professionals craving pause, purpose, and presence.

If that’s you — come and join us!

Find all the details, Click here for Wellness & Chai Registration


Also Read: Why We Created Wellness & Chai: Where Women in Wellness Find Their Voice

Also Read: Behind the Scenes at Women Listed — How We Curate Powerful Panels and Conversations

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