Aabha Bakaya, Founder and CEO of Ladies Who Lead, stated, “Our city-wise expansion represents more than growth; it is about deepening our mission to connect, mentor, and inspire diverse women leaders across regions. These curated events spark momentum for meaningful change in leadership at every level. We are committed to ensuring that every woman who aspires to lead has the support and platform to do so.”
Event Schedule:
- Chandigarh – August 20: Networking Mixer
LWL’s first event in Chandigarh aimed to connect local women leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs through an evening of networking, knowledge sharing, and community building. - Kolkata – August 27: Exclusive Conversation with Kalyani Saha Chawla
A Kolkata native and renowned figure in the luxury fashion sector, Kalyani will share her unique leadership journey, insights on entrepreneurship, and inspiration for women leaders. - Bangalore – August 28: Leadership Pop-Up with Kalyani Saha Chawla
While LWL has been steadily building its presence in the city, this event marks a new chapter of deeper engagement. It offers members an exclusive opportunity to connect closely with distinguished personalities such as Kalyani (Actress and Founder of Rezon Luxury Silverware). Over the past year, leaders like Shruti Shibulal (CEO, Tamara Resort), Shubhra Chadda (Co-Founder, Chumbak), and Nithin Kamath (CEO, Zerodha) have actively engaged with the network, with an upcoming session featuring Suresh Narayanan (Former Chairman & MD, Nestlé India). Together, these interactions explore inspiring themes, including leadership, resilience, and the pursuit of impactful careers.
Founded in 2021 by journalist Aabha Bakaya and entrepreneur Aditya Ghosh, Ladies Who Lead today connects over 1,400 women leaders across 50+ industries nationwide. The platform empowers members by providing mentorship, curated development opportunities, and exclusive member experiences designed to address the critical barriers women face in leadership roles.
Earlier this year, Ladies Who Lead secured a significant investment in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Rainmatter, the impact-driven investment arm of Nithin Kamath. This capital infusion reflects investor confidence in LWL’s vision to create an inclusive leadership ecosystem for women across India. The funding is set to accelerate the platform’s expansion into new cities, enhance member experiences, and scale initiatives that empower women leaders through mentorship, curated events, and professional development opportunities.
Ladies Who Lead continues to actively build its national footprint, creating a strong ecosystem where women can connect, learn, and lead across industries.
About Ladies Who Lead
Ladies Who Lead (LWL) is a premium, members-only leadership and networking platform committed to empowering women professionals across India. Founded in 2021 by veteran business journalist Aabha Bakaya and business leader Aditya Ghosh, LWL brings together a diverse community of over 1,400 women leaders across 50+ industries. With curated events, high-intent networking, mentorship, and a robust digital platform, LWL enables women to connect, collaborate, and grow. The platform’s vision is to see more women in leadership roles and to create an ecosystem where women can lead boldly, drive impact, and inspire change. For more information, please visit