Women’s Summit 2024: Forbes Middle East Celebrates Female Leaders in Riyadh
Forbes Middle East will celebrate pioneering female leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the Women’s Summit 2024.
On December 18-19, 2024, the second edition of Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit will highlight the achievements of extraordinary women from across the region and the world, underscoring progress made towards empowering Saudi women and establishing Riyadh’s status as an emerging hub for international events and conferences.
Women’s Summit 2024
At the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, the second edition of Women’s Summit will celebrate the achievements of prominent female leaders and influential figures across various sectors, including business, technology, healthcare, fashion and beauty, as well as travel and tourism.
Furthermore, the summit aims to promote dialogue, collaboration, and empowerment, offering a unique opportunity to learn more about the inspirational stories of successful female figures.
On this occasion, the CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, Khuloud Al Omian, said: “Women across the Middle East are achieving impressive success across all sectors in the public and private domains. While the journey to true equality continues, this region is home to ambassadors and advocates that are showing that progress is moving forward every day.”
Esteemed Guests
The summit will host a wide array of panel discussions and workshops, covering a diverse range of topics. They aim to shed light on the inspiring stories of successful women and how they are driving change in their respective fields.
To this end, the summit will bring together a distinguished group of prominent speakers, including Secretary General and member of the Board of Trustees at Alwaleed Philanthropies, Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud Al Saud; Senior Earth Scientist and Chairwoman of the Celiac Association Board of Directors (KSA), Princess Prof. Mashael Bint Mohammed Al Saud; and CEO of the Al Mahra Education Company and Former Supreme President of the Arab Women’s Authority, Princess Doaa Bint Mohammed.
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Moreover, speakers include Ambassador of the European Union to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the Sultanate of Oman, Ambassador Christophe Farnaud; General Manager of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at the Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning, Shouq Alfawaz; in addition to many entrepreneurs and notable celebrities.
Sharing Successful Stories
The Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit 2024 aims to showcase the stories of powerful women leaders, as a testament to the massive progress achieved towards women empowerment in Saudi Arabia and the entire Middle East.
In the light of this, Al Omian said: “The second edition of our Women’s Summit will showcase the stories and visions of some of the region’s most prominent and powerful female leaders, evidencing an enduring evolution in the women’s movement in the Middle East.”
Similarly, the Acting Group CEO of ROSHN Group, Dr. Khalid Johar, pointed out how gender equality aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. “Diversity, equity, and inclusion are deeply ingrained in how we operate at ROSHN Group. Our approach to gender equality has made us more agile and adaptable, aligning with Vision 2030’s objectives,” he said.
“By empowering women and fostering inclusivity, we contribute to the Kingdom’s sustainable development goals, ensuring a thriving economy and a more balanced, innovative society,” Johar added.
Fostering Growth
The Women’s Summit 2024 will host a variety of interactive workshops and activities that aim to promote professional growth, improve leadership skills, and enhance career development. These activities are designed to empower and equip attendees with the necessary skills to ensure future success.
Furthermore, Shouq Alfawaz will share insights from her extended professional career on how to address challenges, while underscoring the significance of authenticity, emotional intelligence and personal branding strategy.
Additionally, the summit will celebrate Saudi Arabia’s rich culture and authentic heritage by hosting a fashion show. It will also honor pioneering female leaders who succeeded in turning their dreams into reality.
Women Empowerment in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has made major strides towards gender equality and women empowerment, in line with objectives of the transformative Vision 2030, which aims to boost women’s participation in the workforce, diversify the national economy, and invest in new sectors such as technology, tourism and renewable energy.
In the light of this, the Kingdom has set an ambitious goal of increasing female participation in the workforce to 40% by 2030, after women participation surpassed the original goal of 30%.
This remarkable progress is the result of Saudi Arabia’s new policies and initiatives, including educational reforms and new legislations designed to remove barriers to women’s participation in the workforce. In recent years, Saudi women have excelled in many fields, showcasing unparalleled skills and ascending to key positions.
Riyadh: An Emerging Conference Hub
The ongoing transformation in Saudi Arabia has bolstered new sectors, such as tourism, sports, culture, and entertainment. This, in turn, will have a great impact on the exhibitions and conferences industry.
The choice of Riyadh to host Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit 2024 emphasizes the city’s potential to serve as a hub for hosting international events.
During the inaugural International MICE Summit (IMS24), held in Riyadh from December 15-17, 2024, the Saudi Tourism Minister, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, noted that Saudi Arabia’s capital city, Riyadh, is making rapid progress towards establishing itself as a global hub for exhibitions and conferences.
The construction of projects, such as airports, hotels, resorts, and advanced infrastructure further supports the realization of this vision, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
