October 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
In today’s global business landscape, cultural intelligence is more than just an advantage— it’s a crucial tool for business growth and success. Understanding how to navigate cultural differences properly can open doors to new markets, foster stronger relationships, and enhance collaboration within diverse teams. From consumer empathy to product design optimization, cultural intelligence is a soft power that can yield exceptional results when building and scaling a global business!
The Nasdaq Center is delighted to host Bisila Bokoko, United Nations Honoree and Executive Chair and award-winning Founder and CEO at BBES, to demonstrate how entrepreneurs and business leaders can leverage cultural awareness for strategic growth. Join us for an opportunity to explore how honing your cultural intelligence can strengthen your leadership, improve team dynamics, and unlock opportunities for expansion in global markets.
Key Takeaways:
- Explore tools and strategies to build cultural intelligence that drives high-quality product design as well as effective communication and leadership.
- Understand how to foster collaboration, innovation, and business expansion by embracing cultural differences.
OUR SPECIAL GUEST
Bisila Bokoko
United Nations Honoree & Executive Chair, Award-winning Entrepreneur, Author and Global Leadership Expert, Founder & CEO of BBES
Bisila Bokoko is an award-winning entrepreneur, global leadership speaker, philanthropist, author, and TV personality “in the business of doing good”.
Honored as “Citizen of the world” by the United Nations, she was born and raised in Spain to African parents, and calls New York home. For over 20 years, BB has inspired leaders and organizations the world over.
As the Executive Director of the US-Spain Chamber of Commerce she fostered the growth of local companies into international businesses. Through her consultancy BBES, she has cultivated relationships with foreign Heads of State, and advised Fortune 500 companies, becoming one of the 10 most influential Spanish women in American business. Since 2010, the UN has entrusted Bisila as Chair Of The Executive Board and Host of the EMPRETEC Women in Business Awards.
Smiling is Bisila’s lifestyle and happy hour is best enjoyed with her namesake wine made in Spain.
BB has graced the cover of Vogue magazine and been featured by Forbes, Bloomberg, BBC, Essence, Entrepreneur, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar.