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24th FEBRUARY, 2025

AWARDS NIGHT & GALA DINNER

18:00 - 19:00
Registration and Networking
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 - 10:05
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:05 - 10:10

OPENING REMARKS: ADVANCING GENDER EQUALITY IN THE GCC

10:10 - 10:30
EMPOWERING A LEGACY: WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE
  • Exploring the impact of Vision 2030 on women’s leadership in business, government, and society.
  • The significance of education and skills development in preparing future women leaders.
  • Balancing cultural identity with modern leadership principles.
10:30 - 10:50
WHY WOMEN’S WORKFORCE PARTICIPATION IS CRUCIAL FOR A NATION’S PROGRESS
10:50 - 11:00
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
11:00 - 11:10
UNLOCKING THE LEADERSHIP “EMPATHY” CODE: TRANSFORMING CULTURES, INSPIRING EXCELLENCE, FUELING ENGAGEMENT
  •  A case study of how empathty equity drives trust, collaboration, and discretionary effort, impacting not just employees but our communities.
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 - 12:10
EMPOWERING INNOVATION: HOW WOMEN ARE REDEFINING THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY
  • Highlighting the creative and culturally inspired strategies, products, and technologies introduced by women leaders in the beauty market.
  • Addressing the barriers women faced in navigating a globally influenced industry and breaking traditional norms, showcasing how they emerged as leaders and innovators.
  • Discussing initiatives, mentorship programs, and the economic impact of women in the beauty industry, as well as their potential to shape global beauty trends.
12:10 - 12:45
PRAYERS & NETWORKING BREAK
12:45 - 13:15
FIRESIDE CHAT | BEYOND THE GLASS CEILING: HOW ERGS AND LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT ARE RESHAPING GENDER EQUITY – A SANOFI EXAMPLE
  • The Power of ERGs: How Sanofi’s Gender+ ERG is fostering a peer-to-peer network for advocacy,
    mentorship, and leadership visibility
  • Breaking Barriers in Leadership: The impact of executive sponsorship, internal talent programs like Najm, and gender-balanced leadership teams in driving career growth
  • How Saudi Vision 2030 is Creating New Opportunities for Women: How localization efforts in pharma, healthcare, and STEM are reshaping leadership pathways for women
13:15 - 14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | WOMEN IN HEALTHCARE: LEADING THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL WELLNESS
  • Women increasingly taking on influential roles, driving change and improving healthcare systems worldwide.
  • Female leaders spearheading groundbreaking medical research and health innovations that are transforming patient care.
  • Women’s leadership is inspiring future generations of healthcare professionals, promoting diversity and inclusivity in the sector.
14:00 - 14:20
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: BREAKING THE GLASS CEILING AND BUILDING PATHWAYS
  • Avoiding the “traps” of inclusion to avoid failure
  • Arming high-potential females with skills for success
  • Identify areas of diversity through effective communication and shared goals
14:20 - 15:20
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
15:20 - 16:20
ROUND TABLES/WORKSHOPS
  • ROUNDTABLE 1 – A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HEALTHCARE
16:20 - 16:30
CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF DAY ONE CONFERENCE

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
PIONEERING PROGRESS: SAUDI WOMEN AT THE HELM OF INNOVATION AND CHANGE
  • 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
CHAMPIONING WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: A BUSINESS AND NATIONAL IMPERATIVE
  • The role of leadership in driving meaningful change
  • Women’s leadership as a pillar of vision 2030
  • From words to action: Roche’s commitment to women’s empowerment
10:50 - 11:20
FIRESIDE CHAT | EMBRACING INNOVATION: AMPLIFYING WOMEN’S VOICES IN THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION OF SAUDI ARABIA
  • Exploring the current state of women’s participation in the tech sector in Saudi Arabia
  • Hear from industry leaders about their efforts to create inclusive and supportive work environments
  • Discuss strategies for increasing participation and retention of women in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics)
11:20 - 11:30
LEADERSHIP FOR IMPACT: THE 5H FRAMEWORK IN ACTION
  • How neuroscience-based leadership accelerates business growth and transformation in Saudi Arabia.
  • The 5H leadership framework as a data-driven model for strategic decision-making, execution, and long-term success.
  • Positioning leaders as key drivers of innovation, resilience, and corporate evolution in
    alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
11:30 - 12:15
PANEL DISCUSSION | WOMEN IN FINANCE – PAVING THE WAY FOR GENDER EQUITY
  • How can financial institutions actively drive diversity and inclusion within their organizational structures and leadership pipelines?
  • Discussing strategies and programs to bridge the gender gap in finance, from recruitment to executive roles.
  • Exploring the role of mentorship, sponsorship, and targeted initiatives to cultivate and retain women leaders in the finance sector.
12:15 - 12:45
PRAYERS & NETWORKING BREAK
12:45 - 13:15
FIRESIDE CHAT | CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE – WOMEN REVOLUTIONIZING MALE-DOMINATED WORKSPACES
  • 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?
13:15 - 14:00
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
14:00 - 14:20
FROM REEL TO REAL: SHAPING NARRATIVES, EMPOWERING WOMEN, AND REDEFINING LEADERSHIP IN MEDIA
  • How storytelling can challenge traditional gender roles and inspire new possibilities for women in leadership.
  • The influence of strong female narratives on society and how media industries can drive real world change
  • The growing role of women in media entrepreneurship and the opportunities for leadership in the entertainment industry.
14:20 - 14:30
CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF THE SUMMIT
14:30 - 15:30
NETWORKING LUNCHEON

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