Women Leading the GCC Forward

The Women Leading the GCC Forward workshop in Dubai is an empowering and transformative 2-day program specifically designed to support women professionals in their journey toward influential leadership positions across the Gulf region. This comprehensive workshop addresses the unique opportunities and challenges facing women leaders in the GCC, focusing on building confidence, developing strategic leadership capabilities, and creating pathways for sustained professional growth and impact.

Through a carefully curated blend of inspirational keynote sessions, interactive skill-building workshops, and peer-to-peer learning experiences, participants will gain practical tools for overcoming cultural and institutional barriers while developing their personal leadership brand and strategic influence. The program features accomplished women leaders who have successfully navigated the Gulf business landscape, sharing their insights, strategies, and lessons learned from their leadership journeys. Attendees will engage in strategic thinking exercises, communication skill development, and network-building activities that are specifically tailored to the cultural and business context of the GCC region, ensuring that the learning experience is both relevant and immediately applicable to their professional environments.

Date

April 30 - May 1, 2026

Location

Dubai

Duration

2 Full Days

Meet Your Instructor

Learn from industry-leading experts
Dr. Alicia Culbert

Dr. Alicia Culbert

CEO, Non-Executive Director, Independent Consultant, Senior Risk & Governance Leader, Executive Trainer and NLP Practitioner with extensive expertise in strategic leadership and financial innovation.

Ms. Libby Salord

Ms. Libby Salord

Employee Well-being Specialist, Certified Resilience First Aid Coach, Trainer, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Practitioner specializing in holistic leadership development and workplace wellness.

Ms. Lorrene Diane Van der Merwe

Ms. Lorrene Diane Van der Merwe

Business Transformation & Team Dynamics Specialist with extensive experience in organizational change, strategic leadership, and high-performance team development.

Ms. Ine-Mari Bredekamps

Ms. Ine-Mari Bredekamps

Maxwell Leadership Trainer and Leadership & Soft Skills Management trainer specializing in personal empowerment, professional development, and transformational leadership strategies.

Ms. Alia Toub

Ms. Alia Toub

Strategic Leadership Consultant and CEO with extensive experience across aviation, construction, and healthcare sectors, specializing in business transformation, executive coaching, and organizational development.