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CAdFE’s Third Summer Rooftop Party & Annual Gala 2024

14 June 2024

Celebrate CAdFE's journey and future aspirations at the Summer Rooftop Party.

CAdFE’s Annual Gala & Summer Rooftop Party 2024

On June 13, the Club d’Affaires des Francophones en Estonie (CAdFE) hosted its third Summer Rooftop Party, bringing together members, partners, and friends for an inspiring evening of celebration and networking.

Event Highlights:

Opening Words:
- Violaine Champetier de Ribes, CAdFE President, shared CAdFE's journey and future goals.
- Signe Riisalo, Minister of Social Affairs, highlighted the importance of collaboration in social initiatives.
- Peter Thomsen, President of FICE, emphasized the fruitful partnership between FICE and CAdFE.
Year in Review:
- Jean-Marc Salsa presented CAdFE’s 2023-2024 activities and events.
- Alice Järvet introduced Elizaveta Puzirevska and her Mini Grown project, winner of the entrepreneurship competition for Ukrainian women.
- Last year’s winners, Fruitiki, shared their achievements since their victory.
Guest Speakers:
- H.E. Emmanuel Mignot, French Ambassador, recognized CAdFE's contributions to the French community in Estonia.
- H.E. Maksym Kononenko, Ukrainian Ambassador, expressed gratitude for CAdFE’s support of Ukrainian entrepreneurs.
- A special cultural moment featured Mykola Kononenko, son of the Ukrainian ambassador, reciting Victor Hugo’s poetry in French.
Looking Ahead:
- Guests voted for their favorite types of events, shaping CAdFE's future programming.

Celebration:
After the speeches, guests enjoyed a sunny evening of networking on the terrace with a delicious buffet and drinks. The relaxed atmosphere rounded off the second year of CAdFE’s business with promise for the year ahead.

Membership Renewal Offer:

Join or renew your CAdFE membership for the 2024/2025 season!
20% discount available for registrations before the end of June.
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Thank you for making the evening special! We look forward to welcoming you next season.