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DAY 1 | 21st October, 2024
19:00 – 20:00
MIDDLE EAST WOMEN LEADERS AWARDS 2024
20:00 – 21:00
GALA DINNER
DAY 2 | 22nd October, 2024
08:00 - 09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:00 - 09:05
OPENING ADDRESS BY THE ORGANISER
09:05 - 09:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
09:10 - 09:20
WELCOME NOTE BY THE SPONSOR
09:20 - 09:30
FORGING THE FUTURE: WOMEN LEADERS SHAPING THE FUTURE LANDSCAPE
- Exploring innovative leadership by women across business, politics, education, and social development, driving positive change
- Discussing the resilience of women leaders in crises, leading communities through challenges
- Emphasizing global partnerships for MENA women leaders in addressing challenges and fostering cooperation
09:30 – 09:40
FROM LOCAL TO GLOBAL: AMPLIFYING WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP IN GRASSROOT MOVEMENTS TO GLOBAL INITIATIVES
- Discussing women's networks' role in amplifying voices and advocating shared goals across local, regional, and global levels
- Empowering women leaders for global leadership development through cultural exchange and dialogue
- How can women leaders shape a just, equal, and sustainable future amid global changes?
09:40 – 10:25
PANEL DISCUSSION | CHAMPIONING CHANGE: WOMEN SHAPING THE FUTURE AS ENTREPRENEURS
- How do women entrepreneurs innovate and drive value through unique market insights?
- How crucial is a strong support network for entrepreneurs?
- Discussing challenges and opportunities in scaling a business: hiring, market expansion, and culture
10:25 – 10:35
MEDICAL MAVERICKS: WOMEN REVOLUTIONIZING HEALTHCARE DELIVERY
- Women leaders redefine healthcare by challenging norms and introducing innovative approaches to delivery
- Promoting inclusive practices and innovative approaches to enhance overall well-being
- Women leaders advocate for healthcare equity, ensuring all have access to care through policy and community support.
10:35 -10:45
LEADERSHIP IN THE DIGITAL AGE: WOMEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF TECH EVOLUTION
- Discuss how women leaders are challenging stereotypes and reshaping traditional notions of leadership in the tech industry
- How does women's inclusion in tech result in more diverse solutions for broader user needs?
- Highlighting the pivotal role of women leaders in shaping future tech, driving innovation, and fostering inclusivity
10:45 -11:15
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
11:15 – 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | CRISIS CRAFTERS: WOMEN LEADERS IN HR PIONEERING RESILIENCE AMID CHALLENGES
- How do HR women leaders prioritize employee well-being in crises and provide support during challenging times?
- Exploring crises as growth opportunities and HR women leaders' role in guiding change, while increasing women's hiring
- How do women leaders' strategic insights and empathy in HR contribute to the organization's overall success?
12:00 -12:30
FIRESIDE CHAT | FORTUNE'S FOOTPRINTS: MENA WOMEN LEADERS' JOURNEY OF FINANCIAL INSIGHT AND TRIUMPH
- How do women leaders diversify investments, spanning stocks, real estate, venture capital, cryptocurrency, and sustainable investing?
- Exploring how women leaders navigate financial risks and uncertainties, including strategies for building resilience, diversifying portfolios, and mitigating potential losses
- Examining the societal and economic impact of MENA women leaders' financial success, inspiring and empowering communities
12:30 – 12:40
VOICES OF CHANGE: EMPOWERING WOMEN, EMBRACING NEURODIVERSITY, AND RE-SHAPING CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES
- Embracing diversity extends beyond our organization's walls. Engaging with communities to re-shape cultural perspectives and bring on opportunities for all
- Neurodiversity and two A's: Attitude and Artificial Intelligence
- Where Policies, Allyship, and Conviction Converge
12:40 – 13:25
PANEL DISCUSSION| INVESTING IN WOMEN: CSR PROGRAMS DRIVING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
- How can companies prioritize diversity and inclusion in CSR and women's empowerment?
- Discuss the initiatives that can promote community inclusivity to support women's leadership advancement and retention
- Exploring companies' long-term and sustainable CSR approaches to empower women leaders
13:25 – 13:35
EMPOWERING WOMEN: REDEFINING CULTURAL MINDSETS AND PRIORITIZING SUPPORT AT HOME FOR PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
14:35 – 14:45
CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY 1
DAY 3 | 23rd October, 2024
08:00 - 09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:00 - 09:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
09:10 – 09:20
BREAKING BARRIERS: THE VISIONARY LEADER’S PATH TO ELEVATING WOMEN
- How to create environments that value diverse voices and provide mentorship for women?
- Empowering through education and offer training and upskilling to build women's confidence and leadership skills.
- Why should women be represented in decision-making to enhance organizational success?
09:20 - 09:30
BEYOND EQUAL PAY: NEGOTIATING TOTAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Why address systemic inequities and promote fair compensation to close the gender pay gap and foster inclusivity?
- Discuss the importance of researching and understanding one's market value
- Exploring negotiation tactics for women leaders to secure fair total compensation packages and advocate for their worth effectively
09:30 – 09:40
POWER PLAY: WOMEN LEADERS STRATEGIZING WITHIN MENA'S POWER DYNAMICS
- Women leaders in MENA employ innovative tactics to challenge norms and effect change
- How do women leaders in MENA utilize cultural diplomacy to enhance regional influence and shape perceptions?
- Women encounter legal, discriminatory, and representation barriers limiting their leadership access
09:40 - 10:10
FIRESIDE CHAT | WORK-LIFE BALANCE ACROSS GENERATIONS: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN TRADITIONAL AND MODERN APPROACHES
- Identifying work-life challenges for women leaders across age groups, including caregiving, career goals, societal norms, and mental health considerations
- How do we challenge stereotypes and promote inclusive work-life balance for women leaders across generations?
- How do we integrate work and life responsibilities effectively ensuring overall well-being and success?
10:10 – 10:40
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
10:40 – 11:20
PANEL DISCUSSION | ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT: UNVEILING THE IMPACT OF WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP
- Discuss the role of women-led businesses in driving economic growth and job creation
- Explore how women's leadership contributes to building resilient communities and economies
- Why is a growth mindset essential for women leaders during times of change and uncertainty?
11:20 - 11:45
NAVIGATING BIAS AND STEREOTYPES: OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN MALE- DOMINATED INDUSTRIES
- What hinders women from leadership in male-dominated fields due to bias and stereotypes?
- Empowering women to advocate for gender equity and diversity, driving policy and cultural change
- Highlighting the need for tailored leadership programs for women in male-dominated fields, fostering skill- building and advancement
11:45 – 12:25
PANEL DISCUSSION | WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN: COLLECTIVE STRENGTH IN EMPOWERMENT
- How does networking support women in accessing resources, support, and guidance to navigate challenges in leadership?
- Discussing how women can work together to break down barriers and create more inclusive and equitable environments
- Emphasizing the importance of women supporting women not just as individuals, but as a collective force
12:25 – 12:35
EDUCATING HER: EMPOWERING WOMEN TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
- How have women leaders achieved economic independence and spurred social progress through education?
- Exploring how women leaders are advocates for education access and equity, working to dismantle barriers
- How have women transformed their lives, pursuing goals, and contributing to community development?
12:35 – 13:05
FIRESIDE CHAT|WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY BUILDING A WORLD THAT EMBRACES DIVERSITY
- How have women-led technology initiatives that have made a positive impact on society?
- The role of inclusive leadership and how fostering allyship
- Discussing initiatives that aim to increase the representation of women in technology leadership roles.
14:30 – 14:55
PANEL DISCUSSION | NEW MARKETS, NEW POWERS: FUTURE GENERATION SETS THE RULES
- Exploring global market shifts, the rise of digital economies, emerging market growth, and the rising importance of sustainability
- How are younger generations influencing future markets?
- Discussing the impact of digital transformation on markets and industries
13:50 – 14:00
CLOSING REMARKS & END OF THE SUMMIT
14:00 – 15:00
