International Women's Day Breakfast
Fri, Mar 07
|World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Join us for this unique opportunity for reflection, engagement, and inspiration featuring entrepreneur and philanthropist Asma Farid. Sponsored by UPS and Bank of America. Open to the public and members of the Council. Members receive a discount code via our email newsletter.
Time & Location
Mar 07, 2025, 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM EST
World Affairs Council of Atlanta, 3348 Peachtree Road NE, 8th Floor, Atlanta, Georgia 30326
About the event
The World Affairs Council of Atlanta is thrilled to announce Asma Farid as the featured speaker for our International Women’s Day Breakfast 2025. A visionary leader, trailblazing entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Asma’s journey exemplifies breaking barriers and redefining success across borders.
Born and raised in Pakistan, Asma’s life story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of dreams. As Vice-President and Managing Partner of Farids & Co. LLC, she has been instrumental in shaping global franchise brands, including Edible Arrangements. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a beacon of compassion, co-founding the Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation, which provides vital health and education services, including operating a free hospital in Pakistan, supporting educators in the U.S and worldwide.
Her personal narrative of overcoming cultural and systemic challenges to create a life of impact in Pakistan, Connecticut, and now Georgia resonates with the ethos of International Women’s Day. Asma’s unwavering commitment to empowering women, fostering…