The second edition of the Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit 2024 concluded in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a sophisticated gala dinner honoring the accomplishments of distinguished women from various sectors. The event was attended by H.H. Princess Doaa Bint Mohammed, CEO of Al Mohra Education Company and Former Supreme President of the Arab Women's Authority; Dr. Aseel Alammar, Director of Sara Al-Sudairy’s Center for Women’s Studies; and Dr. Lina Al-Toaimi, Deputy Minister of Scholarships at the Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia. The summit provided an inspiring platform, celebrating the journeys of these trailblazing women, recognizing their ability to turn ambition into reality, and reflecting on the challenges that shaped their success.
The final day of the summit brought together a distinguished group of leaders and experts, including H.H. Princess Prof. Mashael Bint Mohammed Al Saud, Senior Earth Scientist and Chairwoman of the Celiac Association Board of Directors (KSA); Rashad Embaby, General Manager of Porsche; and Kaswara Al-Khatib, Chairman of the Board at UWG (UTURN Webedia Group). The summit also featured notable figures from the worlds of art and sports, including actress and online digital entrepreneur Noor Al Shaikh; actress Sacha Dahdouh; Yara Alhogbani, number one Saudi female tennis player; and Razan Al-Ajmi, the first Saudi female skydiver and owner of the Saudi Skydive Agency.
“It has been a pleasure and an honor to recognize the incredible achievements and visions of these remarkable women,” said Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East. “Our Women’s Summit is a true beacon of inspiration for women everywhere and as it continues to grow as a platform for female voices in the Middle East we look forward to continuing to tell their stories and showcasing their talent to the world”.
The summit was not just a platform to showcase successes, but an inspiring exploration of challenge and resilience, where trailblazers shared their journeys to motivate and empower future generations across two stages, focusing on themes such as inclusivity as a catalyst for progress, achieving goals through focus and perseverance, and the power of creativity and spirituality. Participants explored innovations for a better future, the role of law and education, and the impact of collaboration and community. Topics like balancing business with well-being, sustainable success, and overcoming challenges in funding and leadership provided practical strategies for personal and professional growth while celebrating the extraordinary power of women through art and life.
The summit also featured interactive workshops designed to inspire and empower attendees. Highlights included transformative communication for women in leadership, mindful movement with yoga flow and breathwork, emotional creatures for self-expression, empowerment through CrossFit, acting to boost presence, rhythmic tango, and the ecstasy of sacred relationships. Each workshop provided valuable skills and insights for personal and professional development.