The forum will focus on the factors that lead to the success of older women in the Middle East, and will also discuss the challenges that participants need to strengthen their leadership toolkits for success.
The conference featured an opening keynote address by Shamsa Saleh, CEO and Executive Director of the Dubai Women’s Establishment of the UAE Gender Balance Council, on ‘Empowering Women through Increasing Board Representation’. will be split. — Photo provided
Today’s women leaders are resilient and diverse, improving lives around the world while creating a better future for all.this is the reason Khaleeji Times has revived the largest women’s board summit, the Middle East Women’s Board, which will take place on Tuesday at The St. Regis Hotel Downtown in Dubai, the premier leadership event.
The conference featured an opening keynote address by Shamsa Saleh, CEO and Executive Director of the Dubai Women’s Establishment of the UAE Gender Balance Council, on ‘Empowering Women through Increasing Board Representation’. will be split. Throughout her career, Saleh has played a pivotal role in launching several important projects and initiatives that strengthen the vital role of her UAE women as contributors to society.
A longtime advocate for promoting gender balance and women’s empowerment, she began her career at the Dubai Institution for Women (DWE) in 2008, rising to Director of Strategy and Corporate Development and becoming CEO in 2011. did.
In her role on the UAE Gender Balance Council, she has direct oversight of the UAE’s gender balance agenda, including legislative reform, policy and program development, and international partnerships, to advance the UAE’s vision of becoming a regional and international leader in gender equality. We support you directly.
The forum will focus on the factors that lead to the success of older women in the Middle East, and will also discuss the challenges that participants need to strengthen their leadership toolkits for success.
Opening speeches will be delivered by Ebru Tuygun Gullu, Chair of the Advisory Board of the Middle East Women’s Board, and Poonam Chawla, Co-Founder of the Middle East Women’s Board.
Türkiye İş Bankası, President of Next Generation Entrepreneurship Group, Barış Karakullukçu, said: In that sense, I am honored to be here today to support these strong women at MEA. ”
She added that diversity is a virtue.
Terry Kane, Director of Europe, Middle East, Africa, Turkey and former Meta, said the group’s work ensures that fair and equitable opportunities are created at the highest levels within multiple industries, regions and organizations. “On the Women Power Talk panel, we had deep and engaging conversations with some of these leaders about their personal journeys and what we can learn from these experiences. I look forward to doing it.”
Wasim Karkabi, Managing Partner and Director, Middle East, Russia and Greater China, Stanton Chase, said: candidates, the clients we serve, and our communities. We committed to using our collective voice and action to help create a world that is inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible to all.
Business Finland Senior Advisor Victoria Ivanova believes women in particular shouldn’t be expected to justify attending board meetings.
“Board members, regardless of gender, are expected to have a strong network and certain skills and experience to benefit the company. They just need to be given the opportunity.”
Alexis Lecanue, Senior Managing Director, Accenture Middle East, said: By promoting women at every stage of their careers, investing in targeted support and training, and offering flexible work arrangements, we help create an environment that unleashes innovation. ”
The summit will also include recognition and celebration with the ‘Getting on Board’ Excellence Award Ceremony, which celebrates the potential of a gender equal world and honors the leaders and visionaries who are helping make that world a reality. increase. The Middle East Women’s Council has awarded the prestigious “CEO of the Year” award to a man who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in promoting the rights and well-being of women.
The forum will feature inspiring keynotes, career-focused case studies, extensive panel discussions, interactive workshops, and lead sponsorships from MOTF, BEE Concierge & Travel & Events Services, and Marriott International’s luxury brands sponsored as
