Join IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and CIPD (The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) at our Women in Leadership Conference, themed “Inspiring Inclusion for a Sustainable Future.” Aligned with this year’s International Women’s Day theme of Inclusion for a Better Future, we are excited to bring together professionals dedicated to fostering inclusive environments for personal and professional development.
During the conference you will explore effective leadership strategies in times of constant change, learn from companies championing better work and working lives for organizational inspiration, and join a dynamic community of game-changers for community building.
Who Should Attend
We extend a warm invitation to our IMA, CIPD members, and professionals in business to join us in this transformative event. This conference provides a unique opportunity to gather, build valuable connections, and contribute to the ongoing discussion on achieving a healthy balance in the workplace.
Event attendees will receive
4.0 ICMA CPE credits
Diversity in Focus
The conference brings together professionals from both the private and public sectors, spanning across all industries. Men and women share a common vision of building sustainable and inclusive economies and societies. Our focus goes beyond gender equality, encompassing vital themes.
Participate in this transformative experience as we collectively endeavor to cultivate a future that is both inclusive and sustainable, embracing diversity and fostering a sense of belonging for all.
Agenda
| Time | Description | Speakers |
| 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM | Registration and networking | |
| 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM | Welcome Address | Ahmad Mkhallati |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Keynote address - "Fostering inclusive leadership: Embracing diversity for collective success" | Samar Alshorafa |
| 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Talk show - The butterfly effect: From intent to impact - An interactive session that invites women in leadership and the youth to understand how and what small initial actions can yield to greater rewards in the future. | Moderator: Yasmin Elgebali Guest Speaker: Talib Hashim |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Networking break | |
| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Talk show - Closing the gap and making jobs accessible: Innovative solutions for addressing the talent pipeline problem | Moderator: Eleni Anastasova Panelist: Aysha Al Marri |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM | The Startup Journey: A Founder and CEO's Unique Perspective | Moderator: Rima ElFar, CSCA, CMA Speaker: Ambreen Khan |
| 12:00 AM - 12:50 PM | Fireside Chat: Transitioning economies - Are we ready for the future of work? | Speakers: Prof. Sherine Farouk and Cheryl Thornton |
| 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM | Networking lunch | |
| 1:45 PM - 2:30 PM | Panel discussion - Cultivating allies: How men can support women in leadership roles | Moderator: Stuart Dunlop Panelists: Heidi Struiksma Sam Achampong |
| 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM | Interactive session - "Building a strong foundation: Training and development strategies for women leaders" | Moderator: Chad Myko Bayon-on, CPA, CMA, CSCA, CIA Panelists: Marwa Shehab Hala Kabara Dr Richa Arora Kavita Gaglani |
| 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM | Closing remarks | Stuart Dunlop |
Note: Agenda and speakers are subject to change at organisers discretion without prior notice.
Our Speakers
Regional Director,
Chartered Institute of Procurement &
Supply (CIPS) for the MENA Region
Associate Provost for Academic Projects
Professor of Accounting, Provost Office
Abu Dhabi University
Senior Director, IMA Middle East,
India & Africa Operations
IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants)
VP - Business Finance -
Coverage & Global Corporate Finance
Finance and Accounting Professional
Global Internal Audit
Senior Manager at HSBC
Associate Director
(Operations and Strategy), Abu Dhabi,
United Arab Emirates
HR Advisor & Coach
Founding CEO,
She is Arab
Head of Talent Development,
AW Rostamani
Chief Operating Officer and Head of the Institution
University of Stirling and SQA-RAK Campus
UAE National Talent & Development,
Etihad Airport Services L.L.C
Founder,
TBH Advisory
Senior Manager,
PwC's Academy
Founder & CEO
TRADO
Deputy Chair, Middle East Advisory Committee,
Australian Institute of Company Directors