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19:00 – 20:00
MIDDLE EAST WOMEN LEADERS AWARDS 2024
20:00 - 21:00
GALA DINNER
08:00 - 09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE | MAJLIS / GATHERING
09:00 - 09:05
OPENING ADDRESS
09:05 - 09:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
09:20 - 09:30
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
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
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 – 11:05
FIRESIDE CHAT | ALLYSHIP IN ACTION: THE ROLE OF MEN IN ADVANCING WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP
- Exploring the vital role of men as advocates, ensuring women have equal opportunities to advance in leadership
- How can men leverage their privilege to amplify women's voices in leadership, actively listen, and acknowledge contributions?
- Discussing how men can take proactive steps to address gender bias and discrimination in the workplace by challenging harmful stereotypes
11:05 -11:15
LEADING THE WAY: WOMEN REVOLUTIONALIZING GOVERNANCE AND POLICY
- Highlighting the significance of investing in women's leadership to nurture future policymakers and change agents
- Addressing challenges and opportunities for women leaders in promoting democracy and human rights
- How do women leaders address pressing social issues such as healthcare, education, poverty, and inequality through policy interventions?
11:15 -11:25
THE POWER PLAY: WOMEN LEADERS REDEFINING SUCCESS AND CREATING AN IMPACT
- Leading through crisis empathy, and weighted rational thinking
- The importance of being a role model for your team and creating a positive environment
- Making firm decisions to lead your business to the next level
11:25 -11:55
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
11:55 – 12:40
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?
12:40 -13:25
PANEL DISCUSSION | 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
13:25 – 13:45
FAILING FORWARD: HOW WOMEN LEADERS TURN ADVERSITY INTO ADVANTAGE
- Leadership enables women to openly acknowledge and learn from failures
- Addressing fears and misconceptions about failure, while encouraging women leaders to embrace it as part of their journey to success
- How can women leaders extract valuable lessons from failure to inform their future decision-making and actions?
13:45 – 14:30
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
14:30 – 15:15
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
15:15 – 15:25
THE RISE OF WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN MIDDLE EAST: A NEW ERA OF ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
- How are women entrepreneurs shaping economic empowerment by generating employment opportunities, nurturing innovation, and fueling economic growth?
- How women entrepreneurs in the region overcome unique challenges through resilience, mentorship, and robust support network
- How does technology and innovation empower women-led businesses to access global markets and reshape traditional industries?
15:25 – 16:25
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
16:25 - 17:25
PART 2 - ROUND TABLE CONFERENCE
- ROUND TABLE 1 - LEADING WITH AUTHENTICITY: EMBRACING YOUR UNIQUE LEADERSHIP STYLE
- 2. ROUND TABLE 2 - THE RISE OF SIDE HUSTLES: WOMEN'S ENTREPRENEURSHIP BEYOND THE 9-TO-5
- 3. ROUND TABLE 3 - POWER PLAY: WOMEN LEADERS STRATEGIZING WITHIN MENA'S POWER DYNAMICS
- 4. ROUND TABLE 4 – EMPOWERING WOMEN: REDEFINING CULTURAL MINDSETS AND PRIORITIZING SUPPORT AT HOME FOR PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS
17:25 – 17:35
CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY 1
08:00 - 09:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
09:00 - 09:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
09:10 – 09:20
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?
09:20 - 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 – 10:15
PANEL DISCUSSION | 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
10:15 – 10:25
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
10:25 - 11:10
PANEL DISCUSSION | 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?
11:10 – 11:40
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
11:40 – 12:25
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?
12:25 - 12:50
FIRESIDE CHAT | WOMEN LEADING GLOBAL DIPLOMACY: PIONEERS AT THE FOREFRONT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATION
- The importance of inclusive diplomacy in achieving sustainable development goals
- Strategies for increasing the representation of women in diplomatic leadership roles
- The role of diplomacy in advancing women's rights agendas and addressing gender-based challenges globally
12:50 – 13:35
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
13:35 – 13:45
WOMEN IN INVESTMENTS: CLOSING THE FINANCIAL GAP FOR WOMEN
- Will literacy programs enable women to make informed economic decisions over the course of their lives?
- How do you empower women to own their financial future?
- How will women’s financial literacy aid in achieving economic and social equality?
13:45 – 14:30
PANEL DISCUSSION| 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?
14:30 – 14:55
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.
14:55 – 15:00
CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF SUMMIT
15:00 – 16:00
