HE Maryam Mohammed Khalfan Al Roumi

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1 v May 29 TH - 30 TH 2013 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel - DIFC Dubai, United Arab Emirates Held under the patronage of HE Maryam Mohammed Khalfan Al Roumi UAE s Minister of Social Affairs

2 Meet the world s prominent business leaders in one venue Attend the WIL Forum MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA in Dubai May 29 TH - 30 TH 2013 The Ritz Carlton Hotel - DIFC Dubai, United Arab Emirates SPEAKERS INCLUDE: 5 th annual women in leadership (WIL) forum MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA Nemat Shafik Deputy Managing Director International Monetary Fund (USA) Uniting the most influential business leaders from the Arab world, Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, the forum features educational conference sessions, personal and professional networking, inspirational speakers, interactive think tank sessions and international business development opportunities. Helen Pitcher Chairman IDDAS (United Kingdom) This year s edition focuses on advancing women in the economy and increasing their business opportunities in the workforce. During the 2 days, business experts are sharing their knowledge and expertise through dynamic conference sessions. Arni Hole Director General Ministry of Children, Equality and Social Inclusion Norway Since 2009, the WIL series has connected over 3,000 successful business leaders to encourage concrete actions maximising women s contributions towards development and economic growth. Forums have been hosted in the United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India, Malaysia and China. Testimonials wil series partners Sahar Sallab Chairperson Hiteknofal (Egypt) Buthaina Al Ansari Chairperson Qatariat T&D (Qatar) Download last year s post event report Very enlightening forum - it has revealed the opportunities where we can improve. - Amin Khayyal, General Manager, DuPont I particularly enjoyed the second day - professional speakers, topics and presentations. Very inspirational, interactive, and motivational. - Sarah Isaacs, Head of Employer Relations, Al Futtaim Group Since naseba s first event in 2009, I have been impressed by their goals, vision and mission. And now it s the talk of the town. Women In Leadership is a fantastic event where experts are given the opportunity to network and meet. This event gives us a positive force to become more proactive in the community. Keep it up and a warm thank you and congratulations to the WIL team. - Belinda Dedase, Operations Manager, The Chartered Institute For Logistics and Transport International - UAE مجلس سيدات ا عمال ا بوظبي Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council Download WIL Media Report

3 2 a Format that delivers results forum format OPEN BUSINESS MEETINGS The open business meeting platform gives you the opportunity to meet with potential investors, buyers and solution providers of your choice. INTERACTIVE THINK TANKS Practical application think tanks focus on a specific topic or theme and are led by an industry specialist. Participants have the opportunity to select their choice of interactive sessions that deliver sound practical knowledge and skill development. REGIONAL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES These sessions give the opportunity to openly discuss business, trade and investment opportunities in different countries across the region. DYNAMIC NETWORKING LOUNGE Get to meet prominent, like-minded delegates in a focused, fivestar environment. You can conduct meetings, share strategies and ideas, explore business opportunities and build profitable professional relationships. WIL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS A highlight of the forum, the awards acknowledge prominent women for a variety of skills and acumen. The highest quality entrants ensure strong competition. WIL is a unique experience that reflects the primary position of women in a man s world. I felt very proud to be a woman among others of such success and ambition. Randa Kreidieh Chief Operating Officer Emirates NBD Securities highlights 25+ top thought leaders speaking Regional business roundtables 8 + hours of networking 2 days Why we use this format This year s forum delivers an enhnaced programme, including: Think tanks and roundtables let by renowned experts Numerous networking opportunities with elite individuals in an invitation - only environment Opportunities to do business with a delegation of businesswomen from all over the world Interactive discussion groups and VIP networking functions Case studies and best practices from prominent leaders in the public and private sectors The WIL Achievement Awards Practical think tank sessions Interactive panel discussions

4 3 Meet up to 200 pre-screened delegates Attending From The Forum features six sessions leadership society education investment evolution foundation 1 55% UAE % Gulf countries 5 3 Asia Pacific 6 7% Europe 5% Americas 3% Others Entrepreneurs and SME s need more interactive, inspirational forums like WIL. Although we did not win the award in our category, the experience of sharing and meeting women who work so hard in this sector was priceless! We will be back next year! Your participation includes Zahra Hamirani Managing Director, The Blossom Nursery Discovering innovative, new ideas to expand and diversify your business Discussing potential business opportunities with other attendees Previous participants industry breakdown Financial and investment Business services Diversified Hospitality 20% 15% Listening to and networking with some of the most powerful women in the world Making contacts and closing potentially lucrative business deals Energy and utilities FMCG Government IT & Telecommunications Healthcare, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnologies 5% 5% Others 5%

5 4 Rewarding excellence wil achievement awards 2013 categories 2012 Winners Leading Businesswoman of the Year This award will honour the most prominent C-level business woman, regardless of industries to have achieved success through her leadership and strategic management and business skills engagements over the last 12 months. Most Innovative WOMAN Entrepreneur Honouring a leading entrepreneur who has established an innovative business, product or service. Nominations are only open to business owners with more than 12 months experience. Leading Woman in Public Sector This award will honour a female leader for her efforts and initiatives in the public sector that promote the development of women community and advocate women rights and empowerment. LEADING BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR Donna Sultan Chief Executive Offi cer KEO International Consultants Kuwait MOST INNOVATIVE WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR Dr Anna Zickerman-Quinn Founder and Medical Director Up and Running Integrated Sports Medical Centre, United Arab Emirates LEADING WOMAN IN PUBLIC SECTOR HE Suhair Al-Ali Former Senator and Minister of Planning Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan MALE CHAMPION OF CHANGE This award will honour the leading male business leader for his advocacy in supporting and developing women talent and women in business. MALE CHAMPION OF CHANGE Mortiz P Hartmann General Manager Roche Diagnostics Middle East Most women-friendly employer This award recognises the organisation that s actively encouraging their women executives to develop their skills. This could be achieved through training, promotional opportunities or internships. MOST WOMEN-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER P fi z e r Gulf and Levant Markets

6 Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council 5 Some WIL Series Media and Associations Women in Business Overview These women are some of the globe s most accomplished female entrepreneurs and executives, and they are at the Women In Leadership forum to share their stories Lora Markova, Emirates News, Dubai One TV media associations مجلس سيدات ا عمال ا بوظبي The first channel to provide 24-hour television news coverage. Globally, CNN International is seen by viewers in over 212 countries and territories with circulation of over 890,000. The global edition of The New York Times with a circulation of over 217,700 worldwide. It provides a balanced, intelligent perspective on world news, business, culture, and more. A bi-weekly magazine with a circulation of over 900,000 worldwide. Forbes.com, is the leading business site on the Web that reaches on average of more than 25 million people monthly. The official representative organisation for business women, both professionals and entrepreneurs in Dubai. Focusing on enhancing positive change in the community towards the acceptance of women in business. Led by its chairperson Fatima Al Jaber, the council maintains the leading role played by Abu Dhabi businesswomen. It articulates their ambitions and requirements, and provides distinguished services to businesswomen. The council focuses on transforming entrepreneurs creative ideas into real businesses and providing them with comprehensive support services. It is led by it s chairperson HE Ameera Abdulrahim Binkaram. According to Reuters, female Gulf investors hold US$ 40 billion of the region s wealth. A new generation of Arab women is forging its own financial and social independence - and seeking high-level investments to help pave a legitimate path to increasing their portfolios. Today women are estimated to control US$ 500 billion (22%) of the Middle East s investments, and a recent BCG Global Wealth report confirms this is growing at 8% per year. The majority of these ultra-wealthy women live in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and the UAE, where women alone control assets worth $245 billion. In addition, they are very successful entrepreneurs and hold senior positions in government and private companies. They are also taking over control of the wealth in family companies and are keen in developing their skills and advancing their education. Governments are training and supporting women, recognising the significant input they will have to the region s economies. The Middle East s Labor force 174 million employees by 2020 Venue 54 million new jobs to be created over the next 15 years THE RITZ-CARLTON, DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE Set in a vibrant and exciting city, the Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre offers an opulent retreat for any traveller. Standing 14 stories high, the hotel epitomises understated luxury and elegance behind its handsome limestone facade. Guests enjoy a string of sumptuous amenities, a direct walkway to The Gate which is the heart of the Financial Centre, plus the added convenience of the city of Dubai at their fingertips. This distinctive World Trade Centre hotel in Dubai also features a 1,400-square metre ballroom with a separate entrance; 8 additional function rooms, and offers the convenience of a full business centre which features high-speed internet access and the latest technology services. For more information, please contact: Tamara Kobaissi, Marketing Manager; tamara@wilforum.com Tel: Fax:

7 7 Forum Speakers Include Dr Abdullah Al Abdul Gader Founding Executive Director GCC Board Directors Institute Chris Wilbur Global Head of Human Resources Roche Diagnostics (USA) Zuhal Mansfield Chairperson TMG Mining and MANSFIELD Mining and Construction Co and TOBB Bilecik Women Entrepreneurs Council (Turkey) Tuba Terekli Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Qotuf Al Riyadah Development Company (Saudi Arabia) Christine Sfeir Chief Executive Officer Treats Holding (Lebanon) Manar Alhashash Secretary General, Kuwait e-award Founder and General Manager, Dot Design (Kuwait) Asil Attar Chief Executive Officer Majid Al Futtaim Fashion Tamara Abdel Jaber Co-founder and Executive Board Member Palma Consulting (Jordan) Mona Bawarshi President and Chief Executive Officer Gezairi Transport (Lebanon) John Deykin General Manager Books Motivate Clare Woodcraft Chief Executive Officer Emirates Foundation for Youth Development David Jones Founder and Managing Director The Talent Enterprise

8 8 WIL Series history Global Presence WIL Statistics HE Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor, Wife of the Prime Minister of Malaysia (right), with Sophie Le Ray (left), CEO, naseba group. The global WIL Series forums have been hosted by the following cities: Dubai Abu Dhabi Jeddah Riyadh Kuala Lumpur Shanghai Delhi 2,882 selected attendees 1,877 business delegates 305 top 700 VVIPs + VIPs thought leaders recent events include WIL Facts th Annual WIL Forum Middle East and Africa 2 nd Annual WIL Forum Asia Career Excellence Women Symposium WIL Forum China 2011 WIL Forum Asia 3 rd Annual WIL Forum MENA 2 nd Annual Kingdom WIL Forum 2010 WIL Forum India 2 nd Annual WIL Forum MENA Kingdom WIL Forum 2009 WIL Forum MENA HRH Princess Ameerah Al Taweel (right), Wife of Prince Al Waleed Bin Talal, Chairman, Kingdom Holding Company with Sophie Le Ray (left), CEO, naseba group. previous patrons 2 3 Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa Bint Suhail Wife of the President of United Arab Emirates and Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Her Royal Highness Princess Lolowah AlFaisal Vice Chair and General Supervisor of Board of Trustees, Effat University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Her Excellency Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor Wife of the Prime Minister of Malaysia 1 WIL has hosted over 2,500 dynamic business leaders, covered the most pressing topics and helped enhance the image of women leaders over the past 3 years. The series has received the patronage of members of royalty in the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and featured some of the most powerful businesswomen in the world. It has been covered by international media organisations including CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, International Herald Tribune, CNBC, and Business Review.