Global Women Investors Conference 2026 (Dubai)

Saturday - September 27, 2026 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM UAE Time)

Musa Shaikh

HostBerkeley
H.E. Aarefa Saleh Al FalahiBoard MemberRAK Chamber of Commerce

Global Women Investment Conference 2026, a signature event gathering of Finance leaders, the opportunity to network and learn with best-in-class financial and business leaders. From talent matters to innovation strategies, ESG disclosures to cross-functional teams, hear how Investors are forceful leaders for their organizations and industries. Today’s Investors make decisions, convey those decisions with confidence, and manage with certainty, plan the ways the financial market has evolved, including the role of technology, the evolution of shareholders, and hard decisions, manage internal cyber security procedures and external data threats, shape strategies on how to manage with commitment and maintain calm through times of volatility, bearing the impact of strategic financial decisions.

PREMIUM BREAKOUTS

FOCUS ON INVESTORS DEVELOPMENT

Identify appropriate metrics for the Investor’s performance evaluation – resources &value additions alone or authenticity and how to grow into the future. Discuss challenges facing Investor’s as it supports ways to overcome.

INVESTORS INNOVATION

Identify solutions for Investors based on innovations that will support success as entrepreneurs.

CREATING INVESTORS OPPORTUNITIES

We bring opportunities in the market for Investors to give them business ideas and practical business plans required to get success.

INVESTORS TRAINING, CONSULTING AND ADVISORY

Recognize Investors skills, identify area of improvements, learning opportunities to provide Women with comprehensive solutions.

INVESTORS TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP

Learn how to create a cohesive and tailored technology roadmap across the finance function based on latest market innovations.

FINANCE ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

Design a future finance operating model that supports growth and innovation.

INVESTORS DIALOGUE AND CONNECTIVITY

Facilitate dialogue between technology innovators, Consultants and regulators to unlock the keys to widespread adoption. Facilitate a two-way interaction to map out future needs and areas where technology has yet to offer a solution.

BUSINESS PROCESS OUTSOURCING

Facilitate dialogue between technology innovators, Consultants and regulators to unlock the keys to widespread adoption. Facilitate a two-way interaction to map out future needs and areas where technology has yet to offer a solution.

AUTONOMOUS FINANCE

Investors will learn how to advance digital leadership to prepare for the future of the finance function where data and technology support real-time decision making.

DATA AND ANALYTICS

Discover the latest tools, techniques and technology innovations to unlock more value from data and analytics.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Utilize AI to unlock more value from finance data and processes.

DIGITAL GROWTH

Uncover how technology and digital will impact organizations going forward and how to align strategic growth goals to meet the board’s expectations.

TOPICS YOU WANT TO HEAR ABOUT, ISSUES AND CHALLENGES, & UNFORGETTABLE TAKEAWAYS.

This is an initiative of Berkeley Middle East which aims at the Investors learning and development; so they can create a difference in the world and contribute towards the society by utilizing their skills with lot of networking and relationship building opportunities.

Keynotes

Our keynotes will provide you access to the most impactful and powerful thought leaders on the program. Hear from high-profile thought leaders and Business Executives as they cover key business trends that are driving the future of work.

Breakfast Briefings

Our breakfast briefings are sessions which give you a chance to get a deeper perspective on a topic and also get the chance to get into debate on the topic. We’ve designed them to provide the chance for open and frank discussions about the current trends and challenges impacting the profession whilst enjoying delicious food in the company of industry colleagues.

Workshops

Choose from workshops; Transform which are carefully designed to provide tangible takeaways and practical toolkits that deliver value and impact in the post-pandemic world.

CoLabs

Our CoLabs focus on a key business challenge. You will be guided through the process in small peer groups using design thinking or agile learning methods. Get to the heart of the issue and develop deeper insights, reach conclusions and formulate recommendations for the future. Our CoLabs give you tangible takeaways to be able to implement immediately into your organisation.

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Lightning Talks

Illuminate us but make it quick! True to its name a lightning talk is a very short presentation on a current topic in a quick, insightful and clear manner.

Thought Exchange Roundtables

Sharing experiences and knowledge are key elements. These roundtable discussions with small groups of peers give you the chance to share perspectives on hot topics and key challenges facing the profession. Have your say on the topics you want to discuss on the day!

InFocus Panels

Our expert panel made up of business thought leaders and executives will share their insights and pioneering research around the future of women. This interactive session looks beyond re-imaging how things are and towards innovating the endless possibilities of what they could be.

Exclusive Masterclass

A masterclass is a means to present a real-world account on a particular topic, situation or event. Led by a speaker with expert knowledge or skills in a particular area these sessions often provide best-practice advice or insight into new or innovative solutions that are forging new paths.

Awards, Certificates & Digital Badges

An exclusive, glamorous affair, where the winner will be recognised for their outstanding contributions.

EVENT BY

HOSTED BY

PAST CFO CONFERENCE

First-ever Women CFO Conference & Awards at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre on 25th November 2023. Women CFO Conference and Awards is a signature event gathering of Finance leaders, the opportunity to network and learn with best-in-class financial and business leaders. From talent matters to innovation strategies, ESG disclosures to cross-functional teams, hear how CFOs are forceful leaders for their organizations and industries. Today’s CFOs make decisions, convey those decisions with confidence, and manage with certainty, plan the ways the financial market has evolved, including the role of technology, the evolution of shareholders, and hard decisions, manage internal cyber security procedures and external data threats, shape strategies on how to manage with commitment and maintain calm through times of volatility, bearing the impact of strategic financial decisions.

WE CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR THE CONFERENCE & AWARDS

Musa Shaikh

  • Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Berkeley Middle East Holding
  • Royal Family Investment Advisor
  • Berkeleyme & MS Voice of Global Women – Founding Director

H.E. Aarefa Saleh Al Falahi

Board Member – RAK Chamber of Commerce

09:00 AM – 10:00 AM

REGISTRATION & WELCOME BREAKFAST

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM

OPENING REMARKS & INTRODUCTION

Host

Dr. Musa Shaikh
Berkeley Middle East Holding

Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Royal Family Investment Advisor
  • Berkeleyme & MS Voice of Global Women – Founding Director

Shaikh is a Certified Public Accountant, a Fellow member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, UK, and a CGMA from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, an Associate member of the Institute of Financial Accountants, a fellow member of International Accountants. He is a Certified Internal Auditor from the Institue of Internal Audit, Florida, USA, a Certified Information System Auditor, and a Fellow Member of Securities and Investments from CISI, United Kingdom. He is a double graduate in law and business, LLB (Hons) from Buckinghamshire New University UK, a Master in Law from Kings College London, a Master in Business Administration from Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, a Master in Public Administration from Chichester University, He is a Certified Project Management Professional from PMI, USA. He has amazing capabilities to innovate, equipped with deep knowledge of Artificial intelligence, system architecture, and data sciences. He is a certified Amazon AWS Data Analytics and certified Solutions Architecture Professional. He has more than 20 years of experience in leading financial strategies, planning & budgeting, corporate governance, FP&A, VC, Corporate finance, strategies for turnaround, Risk and compliance management, acquisitions for startups & large projects, financial modeling, due diligence, and advise on leading key business complex matters on a global scale.

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM

Speaker:

H.E. Aarefa Saleh Al Falahi
RAK Chamber of Commerce

Board Member

  • RAK Insurance Company – Board Member
  • Emirates Sports & Cultural Club – Board Member
  • RAK SME Association – Member of the Board
  • RAK Chamber of Commerce Exhibition Committee​ – Chairman
  • Business Industrial Academic Council Committee HCT, UAE – Member
  • Computer Information Sciences Industrial Advisory Committee in HCT, RAK – Member
  • Women on Board Circle (2020) formed by Sh Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan – Member
  • Senior Branch Manager in one of the leading banks in UAE  with total 20 years experience in 3 main leading banks – Vice President

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

11:30 AM – 11:45 AM

11:45 AM – 12:00 PM

12:00 PM – 12:15 PM

12:15 PM – 12:30 PM

12:30 PM – 01:00 PM

TEA BREAK & PRAYER TIME

01:00 PM – 01:15 PM

01:15 PM – 01:30 PM

01:30 PM – 01:45 PM

01:45 PM – 02:00 PM

02:00 PM - 02:15 PM

02:15 PM – 02:45 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION

02:45 PM – 03:45 PM

04:00 PM

CLOSING REMARKS

VIP Ticket

This ticket entitles you to:

  • VIP Priority front-row seating to enhance your conference experience
  • VIP Exclusive gifts, and a voucher from our event sponsors
  • VIP Golden raffle tickets for our giveaways

Entry to the entire event including:

  • Access to full days of presentations
  • Access to the sponsor’s zone
  • Access to the live demonstration & workshop zone
  • Goodie bag from our event sponsors
  • Refreshments and Lunch included
  • Access to the conference networking

For more details: Send us an email at club@berkeleyme.com with your Fullname, email address, and direct contact number.

General Ticket

This ticket entitles you to:

  • Ordinary access to the conference is subject to space availability
  • Entry only with a QR code from the organizer.
  • Sitting at the back of the hall.
  • No entry to VIP front-row seating to enhance your conference experience
  • No entry to VIP Exclusive gifts, and a voucher from our event sponsors
  • No entry to VIP Golden raffle tickets for our giveaways
  • No access to the sponsor’s zone
  • No access to the live demonstration & workshop zone
  • No entry to Refreshments and Lunch
  • Not allowed to exchange business cards

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO GET A GENERAL TICKET, REGISTER HERE:

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO BE A SPEAKER REGISTER HERE:

WHY PARTICIPATE IN THE AWARDS?

We acknowledge the dynamic individual’s who has made outstanding contribution to nation as well as to business community over the past year. We seek to appreciate the invaluable individuals who work in such high-pressure positions and deliver the best value, and make it prominent how you give benefit of your enterprise. To assist us in our search for the top minds, we invite you to make your voice heard via a nomination, so we can showcase those who strive to promote the growth and deserve to be commended.

RECOGNISE & MOTIVATE YOUR TEAMS
  • Entering the Awards is a way to thank and honour valued employees and to show you care about the future of women development.
  • Your award application helps reflect on the achievements, challenges and areas of improvement which is vital for any developing business.
  • Being nominated, shortlisted or winning an award can help boost staff morale and improve motivation.
CELEBRATE IN STYLE
  • The awards are an excellent opportunity to network virtually with hundreds of professionals, showcase your work and learn from others.
  • Celebrate all the hard work and successes of the industry with awards.

AWARD TITLES

  • Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Woman Executive of the Year
  • Woman Professional of the Year
  • Woman of the Year | Lifetime Achievement
  • Women Helping Women
  • Woman Innovator of the Year
  • Excellence in Business Woman of the Year
  • The Most Active Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Influential Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Supportive Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Networked Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Creative Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most successful Woman Entrepreneur in her industry (Multiple Awards)
  • The Biggest Achieving Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Engaging Woman Entrepreneur
  • The most Empowering Woman Entrepreneur
  • The Most Inspiring Woman Entrepreneur

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO NOMINATE FOR AWARDS, REGISTER HERE:

It is more than just a conference; it's a catalyst for professional growth and organizational success. Whether you're a seasoned executive, or aspiring leader, this event is your gateway to unparalleled learning, networking, and business opportunities. Our partners in brought a great opportunity to explore the real estate investment options in the United Arab Emirates.

WHY EXHIBIT?

Generate new business

you can meet new customers and develop relationships with existing clients to further business opportunities in the region.

Increase brand exposure

you will get significant digital and printed brand exposure before, during, and after the event through our year-round marketing activities.

Network with industry leaders & potential buyers

Connect with potential clients and partners – dealers and distributors.

Stay up-to-date & competitive

Use the opportunity to stay current with the industry’s latest trends, and advancements and keep ahead of your competition.

Launch new products & services

The largest transport and mobility business platform and a perfect avenue for you to showcase your latest products and services to an engaged audience that is looking for new business opportunities.

Understand your product in the market

Many exhibitors benefit from the product and market testing that they carry out while exhibiting to gain general and industry opinion about their offerings.

WHAT OUR EXHIBITORS SAY ABOUT US

90%

Attendees said attending our events was beneficial to their job as a result of the knowledge and networking at the event.

85%

Exhibitors stated that event helped them to establish new business contacts.

95%

Attendees said that event is run in a sustainable and responsible way by adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals.

EXHIBITION PACKAGES:

PLATINUM EXHIBITOR

USD 10,000

  • Company acknowledgment on all official conference support signs, programs, conference website, and on all marketing collateral
  • Complimentary registration for 5 delegates
  • Complimentary 6x2m shell scheme booth
  • One set of promotional materials included in the registration material
  • Your logo on all delegate badges
  • Option to brand specific portions of the meeting, including 3 of the following*:
    • Welcome reception
    • Refreshment break
    • Lunch break
    • Giveaway bags

GOLD EXHIBITOR

USD 7,000

  • Company acknowledgment on all official conference support signs, programs and on all marketing collateral
  • Special recognition on the conference website
  • Complimentary registration for 4 delegates
  • Complimentary 3x2m shell scheme booth
  • One set of promotional materials included in the registration material
  • Option to brand specific portions of the meeting, including 2 of the following*:
    • Welcome reception
    • Refreshment break
    • Lunch break
    • Giveaway bags

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO BE A EXHIBITOR, REGISTER HERE:

EVENT TEAM

Imthiyas Hameed

Group Director Operations

Office: Berkeley Middle East, 25th floor, Sheikh Rashid Tower, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Mobile/ Whatsapp: +971 (0) 58 555 5657 / +971 (0) 58 545 5756

Email: club@berkeleyme.com

What You Need to Know About Us

Berkeleyme & MS Global Women Foundation aims at bringing change in women development. We are striving to create projects which will generate job opportunities for women, great access to health opportunities, and most important is education at the doorstep.

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