FLO Bangalore hosted a powerful event, “Fearless Femininity: The Power Of Voice, Vision, And Versatility”, to initiate the tenure of the 13th Chairperson, Dekyi Yangtso Chawla. It was held at the Conrad Hotel, Bangalore, in association with empowerment partners, Marzi, Shivanssh Foundation, and Akshaya Motors. Acclaimed actress Shefali Shah joined the event as guest speaker. The conversation yielded valuable insights, including: fearlessness starts with acknowledging and facing fears; calm communication fosters deeper connections; choosing battles wisely is crucial; and embracing imperfection, especially in motherhood, is essential.
Dekyi’s vision for 2025-26 emphasises a sustainable lifestyle, skilling at the grassroots, upskilling and scaling FLO Bangalore members’ businesses and professions through initiatives like AWE and FLO Santé. As a passionate sustainability champion, Dekyi has set the bar high with eco-friendly initiatives, encouraging members to bring their own water bottles, carpool, and even repeat clothes to events. Her commitment to sustainability is reflected in the introduction of sustainability reports after every event from the venue partner, Conrad Hotel.
Key Takeaways
Shefali Shah’s insights left FLO members with profound takeaways:
- Fearlessness begins with acknowledging fear: Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.
- Choose calm communication over chaos: Strength lies in composed dialogue, especially when operating from a space of authority.
- Not every battle is worth fighting: Prioritise peace over proving a point.
- Avoid martyrdom in motherhood: Strive for compassion, including self-preservation, not perfection.
- Keep the fun alive: A touch of madness adds magic to life.
Around 500 attendees were present at the empowering session, which was part of both the Sustainability and Friends of FLO initiatives. Shefali Shah’s wit and wisdom inspired attendees, setting the tone for a year of empowerment, self-discovery, and growth. Recognising her support and contributions to the organisation, Shefali was felicitated with a “Friend of FLO” certificate by the Past Chair Council.
Also, the Emmy-nominated actress reminded FLO members that true strength lies in softness, and fearlessness begins with authenticity. With this strong foundation, FICCI FLO Bengaluru is poised for a transformative year, empowering women leaders and championing sustainable growth, one fearless step at a time.