DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

Colombia’s “She Is Foundation” named Dominican Amelia Vicini the “Woman Entrepreneur of Latin America.” Vicini is regarded as the wealthiest woman in the Dominican Republic. In recent years, she has been active in female empowerment and business leadership activities.

Vicini was chosen during the three-day She Is Foundation event in Cartagena, Colombia, where success stories were shared to stimulate new initiatives that make positive changes in women’s lives and their communities.

According to a press release, the selection of the Dominican businesswoman was confirmed after a rigorous process carried out by an international jury composed of senior representatives of the Board of Directors of the She Is Foundation and UN Women.

This award is held every year in Cartagena, Colombia, and is one of the largest events on gender equality and women’s empowerment in the...