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Two-time Grammy award winning singer Melanie Fiona is keynote speaker at WeLead Women’s Leadership Conference
(Kaieteur News) – The We Lead Association in partnership with BB Energy Foundation has announced that two-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and creative entrepreneur Melanie Fiona will serve as the keynote speaker for the We Lead Women’s Leadership Conference 2026, a major gathering of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and change makers from across Guyana and the Caribbean.
The conference will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Georgetown, bringing together influential voices from business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and public life for a day of meaningful conversations, networking, and inspiration.
Two time Grammy Awards, Melanie Fiona
Melanie Fiona rose to international acclaim with her 2009 debut album The Bridge, which introduced her powerful blend of soulful melodies and deeply personal storytelling. The album’s breakout single “It Kills Me” spent nine weeks at number one on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop chart and earned her first Grammy nomination. Her follow-up album The MF Life further solidified her place in contemporary R&B with standout tracks including “4 AM” and “Wrong Side of a Love Song.”
Throughout her career, Fiona who is of Guyanese descent has earned global recognition for her artistry, including two Grammy Awards for Best Traditional R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for the hit collaboration “Fool For You.”
Beyond her music career, Fiona has expanded her influence as a creative entrepreneur, storyteller, and wellness advocate, using her platform to explore themes of authenticity, healing, and personal transformation. She is also a co-host of the popular parenting podcast The Mama’s Den, where she shares candid conversations about motherhood, identity, and growth. Her keynote conversation at the WeLead Conference will reflect on resilience, creativity, and the journey of building influence while navigating global industries as a woman.
Abbigale Loncke-Watson, Founder of the WeLead Association
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Melanie Fiona to Guyana as our keynote speaker,” said Abbigale Loncke-Watson, Founder of the WeLead Association said in a press statement. “Her journey embodies resilience, creativity, and authenticity. She represents the spirit of what WeLead stands for women who rise, lead, and create impact beyond borders. It is especially meaningful for us to welcome her to Guyana knowing she proudly carries Guyanese heritage through both of her parents. We believe her story will resonate deeply with the women and young leaders who will attend this conference.”
The WeLead Women’s Leadership Conference 2026 is designed to serve as a powerful platform for conversations around leadership, entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and the growing role of women in shaping Guyana’s future.
As Guyana continues to experience rapid economic transformation, the conference will spotlight women who are building businesses, influencing policy, and positioning themselves within emerging industries across the country and the wider Caribbean. In addition to the keynote address, the conference will feature dynamic panel discussions, leadership conversations, and networking opportunities with prominent women across sectors including energy, finance, entrepreneurship, public leadership, and innovation.
The conference will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Minister Vindhya Persaud, Deputy Solicitor General Shoshanna V. Lall, Michelle A. Nicholas, Melissa Noel, Deborah Edward, Josephine Tapp, among others. Building on its growing reputation as a platform for influential women leaders, WeLead has previously featured notable voices such as Princess Arianna McKonnen, Yvette Noel-Schure, Lisandra Rickards, Jesika Kalika, Tenille Clarke, Avia Lindie-Maria, Renatha Exeter, Evie Khanai-Gurchurran among others. Organizers expect the conference to attract hundreds of attendees, including entrepreneurs, corporate executives, policymakers, students, and emerging leaders from across Guyana and the Caribbean. Tickets and additional information about the conference can be found at: https://wcguyana.org/welead-2026/
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