Disneyland Paris and WEConnect International Celebrate Progress of Pilot Program for Women-Owned Businesses in France

On July 1, Disneyland Paris, in collaboration with WEConnect International and Envi School, celebrated the successful completion of the first phase of a pilot program designed to accelerate the growth of women-owned businesses in France.

The training and mentorship initiative, launched earlier this year, brings together a powerful trio of partners committed to expanding economic opportunity for women entrepreneurs. The program is structured in two phases: a training phase led by Envi School, followed by mentorship from Disneyland Paris professionals in the fall.

To mark the milestone, a special event was hosted at Disneyland Paris, where many of the 40 women-owned businesses gathered for a day of inspiration, networking, and recognition. The afternoon included welcome remarks by Disneyland Paris Sourcing & Procurement Vice President Sabine Boulinguez, WEConnect International President, CEO, and Co-Founder Elizabeth Vazquez, and Envi School Co-founders Charlotte de Charentenay and Catherine Barba. Participants also received certificates acknowledging their successful completion of the first phase.

“This program is about more than building skills—it’s about creating access,” said Elizabeth A. Vazquez, CEO and Co-Founder of WEConnect International. “By partnering with Disneyland Paris, we’re helping women-owned businesses in France strengthen their capabilities and connect to real market opportunities—driving long-term economic impact for families, communities, and supply chains.”

The initiative underscores a shared commitment to leveraging supply chains as engines for positive social and economic impact. Through programs like this, WEConnect International helps bridge the gap between competitive women-owned businesses and global buyers committed to sourcing with purpose.

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