{"id":14181,"date":"2026-06-23T17:11:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T22:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/?p=14181"},"modified":"2026-06-22T20:53:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T01:53:28","slug":"panama-hosts-2026-women-innovation-sustainability-summit-in-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/events-culture\/panama-hosts-2026-women-innovation-sustainability-summit-in-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Panama Hosts 2026 Women Innovation Sustainability Summit in August"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pacific Chamber of Commerce has officially announced its 2026 edition of the Women Innovation and Sustainability Summit, known as WISS Latam Panama. The event will take place on August 26 and 27, 2026 at the Sheraton Grand Panama Hotel. Organizers say it will be one of Latin America&#8217;s most important business gatherings focused on innovation, technology, sustainability and commerce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The official launch happened on June 16, 2026 at the residence of Her Excellency Bouchra Boudchiche, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco in Panama. [Translated from Spanish] The gathering brought together representatives from the business, diplomatic and institutional sectors. It marked the beginning of an edition that positions Panama as a convergence point for international dialogue and business opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d7881.630084757678!2d-79.50437312430891!3d8.989160689609914!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8faca90f2edb0af3%3A0x812890638344b838!2sSheraton%20Grand%20Panama!5e0!3m2!1sen!2spa!4v1782179525756!5m2!1sen!2spa\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historic Leadership and Official Remarks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event opened with welcome remarks from Ambassador Boudchiche. Diana Mar\u00eda Olaya, President of WISS Latam 2026 and Regional Director of International Relations for the Pacific Chamber of Commerce, followed with her address. Then came Ilya Espino de Marotta, administrator of the <a href=\"https:\/\/pancanal.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Panama Canal Authority<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Her recent appointment as the first woman to lead one of the country&#8217;s most strategic institutions is historic. It represents a milestone for <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Latin_America\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Women in Latin American leadership<\/a> and sets an example for future generations. Miguel Bolinaga, President of AES Panama and a WISS Latam board member, also shared his perspectives. Lar\u00fa Linares, Manager of Female and Social Entrepreneurship at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ciudaddelsaber.org\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">City of Knowledge Foundation<\/a>, spoke as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carlos E. Olaya, Executive Director of the Pacific Chamber of Commerce and a WISS Latam board member, delivered the official presentation. He outlined the vision, scope and expected impact of this new edition for Panama and the entire region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are building a platform that connects leaders, innovators and change-makers across borders. This summit will showcase how technology and sustainability can drive real economic growth while promoting gender equity. [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diana Mar\u00eda Olaya shared that vision during her remarks. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DX991lhgADh\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Women Innovation and Sustainability Summit (@wisslatam)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Global Participation and Expected Attendance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the theme &#8220;Global Trends, Technology and Business,&#8221; WISS Latam 2026 will feature more than 12 participating countries. Organizers expect over 30 national and international speakers. Business leaders, government representatives, multilateral organizations and trade associations will attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The summit aims to attract more than 1,250 attendees. More than 40 panelists from across the globe will participate. The event will host 120 international guests. Delegations from Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Spain and other strategic markets have confirmed their attendance. More than 40 partners and allies have signed on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A distinguished board of directors supports WISS Latam 2026. Members include Diana Olaya as President, Miguel Bolinaga from AES Panama, Yill Otero from PROPANAMA, Ana Irene Delgado as Permanent Representative to the OAS, and Lar\u00fa Linares from the City of Knowledge Foundation. Sara Omi, an indigenous and business leader, Lourdes P\u00e9rez as a business services mentor, Carmen G. Vergara as a board member, and Carlos E. Olaya as Executive Director round out the leadership team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"blockchain\" class=\"wp-image-13380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1-450x300.webp 450w, https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blockchain-1200x800-1.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">blockchain technology<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technology, Equity and Sustainability Focus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 edition will promote technology as a fundamental tool for gender equity. Organizers say it will boost competitiveness and sustainable growth. Conference sessions, high-level panel discussions, workshops and strategic networking events will fill the agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Artificial intelligence adoption will be a key topic. Digital transformation and innovation will serve as pillars for tackling Industry 4.0 challenges. The academic program centers on four strategic pillars. These include innovation and sustainability, regional integration and future alliances, equity and inclusion in business transformation, and artificial intelligence and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National and international experts will share experiences and trends. Attendees will gain tools to strengthen business competitiveness across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Networking Events and Awards Ceremony<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WISS Latam functions as more than a discussion forum. 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