Hasan Çelen, Arda Bilasa
Ondokuz Mayıs University (OMU) Excellence Community held the eighth edition of the "Exceptional Women, Exceptional Work" event this year, bringing together inspiring women from the fields of business, academia, and sports to share their stories of success. The event left a lasting impression on participants, highlighting the strength and contributions of women in society.
This year's theme, "Snowflake," symbolizing strength, elegance, and resilience, resonated throughout the event held at the Atatürk Culture Center. Speeches and sessions emphasized women's leadership potential, offering moments of inspiration to all attendees.
The event featured prominent figures from business, academia, and sports who openly shared the challenges they faced and the lessons they learned on their path to success. Among the speakers were Kadir Has University Rector Prof. Dr. Sondan Durukanoğlu Feyiz, Doctor and Author Mukaddes Özdemir, Entrepreneur and Long-Distance Cyclist Yasemin Kuruca, National Ultramarathon Swimmer Bengisu Avcı, and President of the Samsun Businesswomen's Association, Şehnaz Dereli.
In addition to inspiring speeches, the event fostered a sense of solidarity and networking, creating a platform for women to learn from one another. Attendees had the chance to meet accomplished women from diverse fields, exchange experiences, and build mutual support in a collaborative environment.
Now in its eighth year, this event once again showcased women's transformative power and unique value in society. Participants witnessed how women’s roles in social life are reinforced by strength, grace, resilience, and leadership.
The "Exceptional Women, Exceptional Work" event, as in previous years, provided an unforgettable experience, celebrating the achievements of women and their contributions to society.
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