Women in Web3 Gala Sets Sail in Los Angeles

Global CSR Foundation Leads Purpose-Driven Digital Innovation on a Global Stage

Los Angeles, CA – November 8, 2025 — The Global CSR Foundation proudly co-hosted with World Orphanage Foundation the Women in Web3 Gala aboard the FantaSea Yacht in Marina del Rey, uniting world leaders, investors, innovators, creators, and philanthropists committed to shaping a more inclusive and responsible digital future.

The evening marked a milestone moment in advancing the Foundation’s mission: leveraging technology for humanity and empowering women as architects of global transformation.

Hosted by Master of Ceremonies Mehvish Khan, the gala celebrated the shift toward a new era where digital innovation aligns with social responsibility.

In her opening remarks, Ms. Jing Zhao Cesarone, Founder & CEO of the Global CSR Foundation and Chair of the UNWWO Global Women Leadership Summit, voiced a powerful call to action:

“We are building a future where women are not simply participating in the digital evolution — we are leading it. With purpose, with courage, and with heart.”

Transformative Thought Leadership

Top voices shaping the global tech ecosystem shared strategic insights on digital sovereignty, creator economies, and global collaboration:

• Meredith Storey — UN Global Compact & PRME
• Geneva Wasserman — Dentsu
• Adley Kinsman — Story House & VIRALISH
• Anna Riabokon — RARI Foundation

Collaboration in Action — Power Panels

Panel I — Digital Empowerment: Web3, AI & the Ownership Economy
Moderator: Tamara Book (Dynasty BDH)
Panelists: Esra Ozturk, Greer Griffith, Rosalind Panda, Brandi Veil

Panel II — Empower Her Future: Capital & Innovation for Women Leaders
Moderator: Stephen Meade (Green Wave Funding)
Panelists: Marina Solovyov, Yasmeen Drummond, Kelly Ann Winget, Olive Chiacchia

Panel III — He for She in Web3: Building Collective Impact
Moderator: Sara Kazimi (World Orphanage Foundation)
Panelists: Armen Sevada, Moe Ali, Luis Ruelas, Dr. Neel Anand

Together, these dialogues reinforced a core belief of the Foundation: inclusive leadership accelerates global progress.

🌟 A Platform for Partnership & Purpose

Throughout the night, guests enjoyed curated networking experiences, music, and a private dinner among world-class technologists, investors, and social impact leaders — forging meaningful collaboration opportunities across continents.

The gala was supported by partners who share the Foundation’s commitment to technology for good, including:

• McDermott Will & Schulte LLP
• Century City Chamber of Commerce
• Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce
• Pacific Rim Chamber of Commerce
• The Digital Chamber
• American International Chamber of Commerce
• Marina del Rey Yacht Club
• Global Agriculture Development
• Leobella Foundation
• AristaI
• Luffa
• Web3 Today Live
• Giggle
• Rwawa
• Suntory
• and others

🚀 Global CSR Foundation: Leading the Women in Web3 Movement

The Women in Web3 initiative is a cornerstone of the Foundation’s global agenda to empower women and accelerate progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

• Women in Web3 Abu Dhabi — Global Convergence Week 2025
• Regional launches across China, Japan, Europe & Africa
• Innovation incubators for youth, social entrepreneurs & female founders
• Annual Women Leadership Awards honoring top global pioneers

✨ Our Commitment

The Global CSR Foundation continues to champion: Ethical and inclusive digital transformation; Opportunities for women leaders in emerging technology; Cross-border collaboration for global sustainability and a stronger digital economy that benefits every community.

“Together, we are shaping a digital world where innovation uplifts humanity — and women lead the way.”