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24th FEBRUARY, 2025

AWARDS NIGHT & GALA DINNER

19:00 – 20:00
MIDDLE EAST WOMEN LEADERS AWARDS 2025
20:00 – 21:00
GALA DINNER

DAY 2 | 25th FEBRUARY 2025

09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 - 10:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:10 - 10:30
ADVANCING THE ROLE OF WOMEN LEADERS IN SOCIETY AND THE ECONOMY
  • Showcasing more inclusive economic growth and international competitiveness
  • Contributing value to each link of the business value chain
  • Building economic opportunities for women in their supply chains
10:30 - 10:50
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?
10:50 - 11:10
WOMEN OF THE KINGDOM LEADING THE BUSINESS REVOLUTION IN ALIGNMENT WITH VISION 2030
  • Vision 2030 has encouraged higher participation of women in the Saudi workforce
  • Taking on leadership roles in both the public and private sectors
  • Investment in women’s education and empowerment, leading to a pool of highly skilled and qualified  female professionals ready to drive economic growth
11:10 - 11:55
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
11:55 - 12:15
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
12:15 - 12:45
PRAYERS & NETWORKING BREAK
12:45 - 13:15
FIRESIDE CHAT | THE WAY FORWARD – WOMEN’S INFLUENTIAL CONTRIBUTION TO SAUDI EDUCATION
  • A significant increase in female enrollment in higher education institutions is indicative of women’s growing interest and participation in pursuing higher education
  • Increased presence of women in higher education has contributed to a more balanced gender representation in Saudi universities
  • Notable contributions to research and innovation in fields such as medicine, engineering, and environmental science, contributing to the nation’s knowledge economy
13:15 - 14:00
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?
14:00 - 14:20
THE FEMTECH REVOLUTION – BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN TECHNOLOGY AND HEALTH
  • Women leading the way ahead in FemTech Revolution
  • Rethink the positioning of Women’s Health Products and Services
  • Will this new digital health initiative reform the women’s health industry?
14:20 - 15:20
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
15:20 - 16:20
ROUND TABLES/WORKSHOPS
  • Workshop 1 – Leading With Authenticity: Embracing Your Unique Leadership Style
  • Workshop 2 – The Rise of Side Hustles: Women’s Entrepreneurship Beyond the 9-to-5
  • Workshop 3 – Women and Investment: The Importance of Early Investing
  • Workshop 4 – Empowering Women: Redefining Cultural Mindsets and Prioritizing

DAY 3 | 26th FEBRUARY 2025

09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 - 10:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:10 - 10:30
UNLOCKING ECONOMIC PROSPERITY – A ROADMAP FOR SAUDI ARABIA’S GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
  • Invest in education and skill development programs for women, ensuring they have access to quality education and vocational training
  • Initiatives to increase women’s access to financial services, including bank accounts, loans, and investment opportunities
  • Highlight successful women in various industries to serve as role models and inspire younger generations
10:30 - 10:50
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP – NAVIGATING THE PATH TO SUCCESS AND BREAKING THE GLASS CEILING
  • 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?
10:50 - 11:20
FIRESIDE CHAT | WOMEN LEADING GLOBAL DIPLOMACY – PIONEERS AT THE FOREFRONT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
  • 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
11:20 - 12:05
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
12:05 - 12:35
PRAYERS & NETWORKING BREAK
12:35 - 13:05
FIRESIDE CHAT | THE WAY FORWARD – WOMEN’S INFLUENTIAL CONTRIBUTION TO SAUDI EDUCATION
  • Encouraging more women in industries that were traditionally considered a man’s playground.
  • Crossing the stereotype and choosing to lead in male-dominated sectors
  • Will accelerating efforts to recruit diverse talent and sensitize everyone towards an inclusive culture create an impact?
13:05 - 13:25
PRESERVING THE DELICATE BALANCE OF POWER – ENSURING STABILITY IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
  • Maintaining a balanced gender power dynamic helps promote social harmony within Saudi society
  • Diverse workforce that includes both genders can lead to increased productivity and innovation
  • Empowering women and promoting gender equality, the government can better engage with the aspirations and values of its younger citizens
13:25 - 14:10
PANEL DISCUSSION | 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
14:10 - 14:30
EMPOWERING TOMORROW – WOMEN LEADING INNOVATION IN REGIONAL BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
  • Empowering Tomorrow: Women Leading Innovation in Regional Business Leadership
  • Strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality in the workplace, including mentorship programs, leadership development opportunities, and supportive organizational cultures
  • Value of collaborative leadership styles that prioritize inclusivity, empathy, and teamwork, fostering environments where both men and women can thrive and drive innovation together
14:30 - 14:40
CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF THE SUMMIT
14:40 - 15:40
NETWORKING LUNCHEON

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