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24 September 2026 18:30 JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel
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FLAGSHIP INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP EVENING

WOMEN IN THE MOTORING WORLD

Driving Innovation. Leadership. Change. VIP Gala Evening at Azerbaijan Grand Prix Week.

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Women in the Motoring World 2026 Pass

140 AZN · Official Pass for 1 Person

  • Full access to all keynote sessions and headline panel discussions
  • Red carpet reception, welcome drinks & Baku Caviar tasting
  • Full 4-course gourmet gala dinner & free-flowing premium bar
  • Entry into the Baku City Circuit F1 Simulator Challenge
  • Exhibition access to a Reklus vintage Grand Prix racer inside the ballroom
  • VIP networking reception with international industry leaders & DJ set
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Event Summary

Date:
24 September 2026
Time:
18:30
Venue:
JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel
Ballroom:
Sharg Ballroom
Ticket Price:
140 AZN
Concierge Service:
+994 50 513 33 97
VENUE & DIRECTIONS

JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel

Sharg Ballroom

JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel, Baku 1000, Azerbaijan

FEATURED SPEAKERS
GLOBAL VOICES & LEADERS

Distinguished Speakers & Guests

Pioneers from the FIA Women in Motorsport Commission, Formula 1, Stellantis and UN Women.

Karen Webb Moss

Karen Webb Moss

More than Equal | FIA Women in Motorsport Commission

FIA & More than Equal

Keynote:

Developing Female Talent and Equal Opportunities in Motorsport

Influential leader within the FIA Women in Motorsport Commission and global advocate for diversity, equal opportunities and female talent in motorsport.

Franziska Queling

Franziska Queling

Director Corporate & Internal Communications, Opel/Vauxhall Global & Stellantis Germany

Stellantis & Opel/Vauxhall Global

Keynote:

Corporate Transformation & Reputation in the Global Automotive Industry

Executive & CEO Communications leader at Stellantis, specialising in corporate transformation, crisis reputation management and sustainable mobility advocacy.

Kaori Ishikawa

Kaori Ishikawa

UN Women Country Representative in Georgia & Liaison for the South Caucasus

UN Women

Keynote:

Women, Influence and Global Social Change

International diplomat leading regional initiatives on women economic empowerment, social change and gender-inclusive industrial leadership.

Candelaria Tornquist

Candelaria Tornquist

Director and General Manager, Reklus Cars

Reklus Cars

Keynote:

Visionary Leadership in Luxury Sports Car Craftsmanship

General Manager and Director at boutique hand-built sports car manufacturer Reklus Cars, championing artisanal automotive craftsmanship and visionary leadership.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Sharg Ballroom Floor Plan & Zones

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Sharg Ballroom floor plan

ZONE INFORMATION

Event zone

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OFFICIAL SCHEDULE
EVENING ITINERARY

Event Agenda

18:30 – 19:00

VIP Arrival, Red Carpet & Car Experience Lounge

Red carpet greeting, welcome drinks, Caspian Sturgeon Caviar tasting and crafted canapés. Showcase of a Reklus vintage Grand Prix racer and Baku City Circuit Formula 1 simulator in the ballroom.

19:00 – 19:10

Official Opening & Welcome Remarks

Opening remarks celebrating female leadership, groundbreaking innovation, international partnerships and future mobility.

19:10 – 19:20

International Keynote Address: Kaori Ishikawa

UN Women Liaison for the South Caucasus delivering strategic insights on «Women, Influence and Global Change».

19:20 – 20:00

Headline Panel: Women Shaping the Future of Mobility

High-level discussion featuring Karen Webb Moss, Franziska Queling, Kaori Ishikawa and Candelaria Tornquist, followed by fastest simulator lap award presentation.

20:00 – 20:45

Curated Gala Dinner & Musical Performance

A premier 4-course banquet crafted by JW Marriott Absheron Baku culinary masters, accompanied by live instrumental performances.

21:00 – Late

VIP Networking, DJ Performance & Closing Reception

Informal networking among corporate leaders, ambassadors and international guests, celebratory toast and commemorative gifts.

EXPERIENCE 01 / SIMULATOR

Baku City Circuit F1 Simulator

Guests will feel the adrenaline of the Baku street track in professional simulator rigs and compete for fastest lap honours.

EXPERIENCE 02 / CAR SHOWCASE

Reklus Vintage Grand Prix Racer

Discover the bespoke cream-white and crimson Reklus vintage racer on the central ballroom podium.

EXPERIENCE 03 / GOURMET

Baku Caviar & Premium Bar Lounge

Caspian sturgeon caviar tasting, La Scolca fine wines, Hennessy, and bespoke cocktails.

SUPPORTING PARTNERS & SPONSORS

Partners & Global Supporters

International institutions and corporate partners powering the gala evening.

EXHIBITION STANDS & LOUNGES

Times Consulting
Networking Azerbaijan
Hennessy
Paulaner
Baku Caviar

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS & INSTITUTIONS

24 September 2026 140 AZN