The HERTRADE EXPO 2025 agenda is thoughtfully curated to foster inspiration, learning, and meaningful connections among women entrepreneurs and leaders.
Spanning two vibrant days, the program features a dynamic mix of keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions, hands-on workshops, business showcases, and networking sessions designed to spark new ideas and empower action. From cutting-edge insights on industry trends to personal stories of growth and resilience, every segment of the agenda is tailored to support the journey of today’s visionary women—equipping them with knowledge, confidence, and community as they rise to new heights in business and beyond.
📍 Venue: Setia Spice Arena, Penang, Malaysia
📅 Date: 11 – 12 October 2025 (Saturday & Sunday)
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📌 Map: Google Maps Link
Who Should Attend
Women entrepreneurs and business owners
Industry leaders and professionals
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Stakeholders passionate about women’s advancement
EXPO HIGHLIGHT
100+ Exhibition Booths
Inspirational keynote speeches
Awards & Recognition Ceremony
International Beauty & Hairdressing Competition
Penang’s unique culture and cuisine
Program Schedule
| Time | Day 1 – Sat, 11 Oct 2025 |
|---|---|
| 10:00am – 7:00pm | All Day Exhibition |
| 8:30am | ABHC Competition Contestant Registration |
| 10:00am – 11:00am | ABHC Competition 1 - Fashion Bridal Makeup - Fashion Bridal Hairstyle |
| 11:30am – 12:30pm | ABHC Competition 2 – Floor - Body Treatment - Done Project Display & Scoring |
| 1:00pm – 2:00pm | ABHC Competition 3 - Creative Evening Makeup - Creative Long Hair - Facial Treatment |
| 2:00pm – 3:00pm | HERTRADE EXPO 2025 Opening Ceremony |
| 4:00pm – 6:00pm | ABHC Competition Awards Ceremony & Closing Ceremony |
| 7:00pm | HERTRADE EXPO 2025 End Day 1 |
| 7:30pm – 9:00pm | HERTRADE EXPO AFTER DUSK – Upon Registration - Business Networking |
| Time | Day 2 – Sun, 12 Oct 2025 |
|---|---|
| 10:00am – 7:00pm | All Day Exhibition |
| 10:30am – 12:00pm | Keynote Sharing – Topic: Where Women Build Future Keynote Speaker 1: NGO representative by Ms. Bharati Suresh Chand, Chairperson of NAWEN PENANG Topic: Empowering Women Through Collective Action: The Role of NGOs in Building the Future Keynote Speaker 2: Entrepreneur Representative by Ms. Meeyydz (Mei) Tan, CEO & Director of Asia Green Group Topic: From Vision to Victory: A Woman Entrepreneur’s Journey in Building the Future Keynote Speaker 3: Government Representative by Dato’ Ong Bee Leng, CEO of Penang Women’s Development Corporation (PWDC) Topic: Policy, Inclusion, and Opportunity: Building a Future Where Women Thrive |
| 12:00pm – 12:30pm | Sharing Speaker: Genesis IVF and Women’s Specialist Centre by Dr. Farah Fatimy Othman Topic: Egg Freezing |
| 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Womenpreneurs Award |
| 4:00pm – 5:00pm | Panel Session Moderator: Dr. Elizabeth Hor, Founder & CEO of EIB Academy & Image Branding Strategist Panel Speakers: - Dr. Venessa Khoo, Founder of Venessa Diamond - Ms. Helen Tan, Co-Founder of Doublewoot Fashion - Ms. Sany Low, CEO of TREND Global |
| 7:00pm | HERTRADE EXPO 2025 End Day 2 |