Leadarise Introduces President Barack Obama in Brussels

BRUSSELS, March 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, President Barack Obama was introduced by Laura Hemmati on behalf of Leadarise. The event took place at the prestigious Bozar cultural center in front of 2,000 distinguished guests, including King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, who gathered to welcome the President on his first official visit to the capital of the European Union.

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Leadarise is a transatlantic movement, started by Laura Hemmati and Jennifer Mackie in Brussels, that aims to encourage talented, ambitious women to view themselves as leaders. The network is run by volunteers who dedicate their time to organizing free training and networking opportunities.

Hemmati introduced the President as an inspiring leader and devoted father of two daughters who are likely to follow his example. She hoped that the same would be true for all young women: "It is my hope that one day all young women will take their place as the leading lights of their communities and will move the world with a grace and insight to match that of the man we have the honor of hearing from today."

President Obama's speech focused on transatlantic relations and the importance of Europe's friendship. He noted that Hemmati's speech was a reminder of the role young people play: "It is young people who will decide how the currents of our freedom will flow".

Leadarise was chosen for this great honor out of a number of noteworthy candidates because of the unique and inspiring example it sets for young professionals and its success in building communities of solidarity and unity in four international cities.

Started in July 2013, Leadarise is present in New York, London, Dublin and Brussels. The network has held workshops on skills such as public speaking and organized events with talented speakers from various industries, including politicians, CEOs, spokespersons, journalists, lawyers and many more.

Leadarise has worked in partnership with the United States Mission the EU, Cohn & Wolfe and Women 2020, among others.

The full video is available here: http://www.c-span.org/video/?318510-1/president-obama-useu-relations

For more information, please contact:  
Jennifer Mackie
Co-founder, Leadarise
[email protected]  
908-627-3760

www.leadarise.com  /  @leadarise   /  www.facebook.com/leadarisers

SOURCE Leadarise