Emirati Women’s Day 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 Leadersare forceful leaders for their organizations and industries. Today’s Leaders 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.
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PREMIUM BREAKOUTS
FOCUS ON LEADERS 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.
LEADERS INNOVATION
Identify solutions for Leaders based on innovations that will support success as entrepreneurs.
CREATING LEADERS OPPORTUNITIES
We bring opportunities in the market for Leaders to give them business ideas and practical business plans required to get success.
LEADERS TRAINING, CONSULTING AND ADVISORY
Recognize Leaders skills, identify area of improvements, learning opportunities to provide Women with comprehensive solutions.
LEADERS 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.
LEADERS 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
Leaders 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 Leaders 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.
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
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
Speaker:
Amna Mohamad Faridoon
Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation
Chief Audit Executive
Amna Faridoon is the Chief Audit Executive at the UAE Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), with over 17 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, IT, Finance, Anti-Fraud & Ethics, Corporate Governance, and Risk Management. She currently serves as a member of the Audit Committees at the Department of Economic Development (DED), Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET), and the General Authority of Awqaf. Amna previously held a board position with the ISACA UAE Chapter and is an active member of the UAE CAE Majlis Group under the UAE Internal Auditors Association (UAE IAA). She has been recognized with several prestigious national and global awards, including the Public Sector Leadership Global Award , a Leading Practice Award for the Government Sector – Anti-Fraud Category and award at the Emirati Women’s Day . Amna holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and several professional certifications, including Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and a Diploma in Accounting and Business from ACCA.
10:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Speaker:
Ekaterina Zeynalova
Relationship Manager
Berkeley Middle East Holding
- Poet | Author | Cultural Visionary Advisor
- Creator of Educational and Cultural Programs
- Master’s Degree in Culture
- Researcher in the Science of Happiness
- Mentor of Global Happiness | Speaker
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Speaker:
Mariam Gao
Vice President – Chief Representative in MENA Region
The Investment Association of China
- Distinguished expert in China–Arab business and investment, with a strong focus on supporting the sustainable growth of Chinese enterprises within the Arab region.
- Founder and driving force behind the Arab-China Unicorns Investment Conclave and the Global Digital Industry Investment Dubai Forum, promoting China–Arab investment and digital economy cooperation.
- Experienced in strategic planning and a strong advocate for enhancing women’s participation in entrepreneurship and business leadership.
- Formerly served at the Commercial Counsellor’s Offices of the UAE Embassy in China, actively supporting China–UAE bilateral cooperation initiatives.
- Recognized for a dynamic and collaborative approach to strengthening Arab–China trade and investment relations.
- Possesses broad expertise in regional cooperation, cross-border commercial environment analysis, strategic advisory, and cultural exchange.
- Continues to play a significant role in advancing the evolving economic and investment relationship between China and the Arab world.
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Speaker:
Dr. Qaiser Anis
Alliott Management Consulting
Managing Director
Pakistan Business Professional Council Abu Dhabi
Honorary Chairman & Founding President
Dr. Syed Qaiser Anis is a seasoned financial consultant with over 44 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and strategic business consulting. He is the Managing Director of Alliott Management Consulting and Managing Partner at Alliott Hadi Shahid, Chartered Accountants, both members of the Alliott Global Alliance. Dr. Anis began his career at Price Waterhouse Coopers in Pakistan and later served at KPMG UAE.
An MBA and PhD in Management Accounting from the USA, he is affiliated with numerous global professional bodies, including the Montana Society of CPAs, the American Management Association, and the UAE Accountants and Auditors Association.
Dr. Anis is the Founding President and current Chairman of the Pakistan Business Professional Council (PBPC) Abu Dhabi. He has championed investment links between UAE and Pakistan’s financial markets, orchestrating key MOUs and capital market events.
Deeply committed to corporate and social responsibility, he serves as a trustee of the Indus Hospital in Karachi and was instrumental in the success of the Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Arab Pakistan School in Abu Dhabi. His efforts in strengthening economic and professional ties between Pakistan and the UAE earned him national recognition, including an award from the President of Pakistan.
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 – 12:45 PM
12:45 PM – 01:00 PM
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
LUNCH BREAK
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 – 02:30 PM
02:30 PM – 02:45 PM
02:45 PM – 03:00 PM
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.
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?
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO BE A EXHIBITOR, REGISTER HERE:
This is your chance to get your brand noticed, enhance your company image, increase your network and, of course, grow your business at this unique conference. The benefit will be getting great promotions and receiving some free tickets to the conference as part of the deal. We will have an excellent range of sponsorship opportunities available. If you are interested in discussing specific sponsorship opportunities, get in contact with us.
WHY YOU SHOULD SPONSOR?
POSITION YOUR BRAND AS A LEADER
Gain visibility as a key supporter of the event. Your sponsorship shows extended support and commitment to developing women entrepreneurship.
KEY BUSINESS CONNECTIONS “EVERYWHERE”
We invite high level strategic business community. As a sponsor for the event, you will have access to varied networking opportunities to take advantage of the boutique, lounge style connections for seamless networking.
AT OUR EVENTS, ITS SERIOUS BUSINESS
We put you directly in contact with the hard to reach, prequalified, 400+ authorities from the government, public sector and state owned private sector entities from all over the world.
SHOWCASE YOUR THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
We will present an ideal opportunity to show case your thought leadership amid the who’s who of Investment. begin new relationships or develop existing ones with public sector executives and business leaders, all under one roof.
PRINCIPAL FOCUS ON BUSINESS INTERACTIONS
You will have face to face dialogues and an opportunity to educate the investment fraternity on your investment offerings, discuss business opportunities and build lasting connections.
LIMITED COMPETITION
Unlike large scale events that include scores of service providers, we limit the competition by offering an exclusive sponsorship opportunity, ensuring you get the recognition that you deserve.
STRENGTHEN BUSINESS TIES WITH THOSE OTHERWISE INACCESSIBLE CLIENTS
Bringing business to the forefront, during the ample networking opportunities, you have the ability to meet and build partnerships with topmost leaders from the government, semi-government and public sector companies.
CONFERENCE SPONSORS
CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES:
GOLD EXHIBITOR
USD 5,000
- 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
PLATINUM EXHIBITOR
USD 8,000
- 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
GIVEAWAY BAGS/ ACCESSORIES SPONSORSHIP
USD 1,500
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
BREAKFAST SPONSORSHIP
USD 5,000
- 1 Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP
USD 4,000
- 2 Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
SPEAKER PACKAGE
USD 8,000
- 2 Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
AWARDS SPONSORSHIP
USD 7,000
- 4 Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on the front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with Company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website, and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to speak at event on topics of interest suitable for company profile
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
VENUE SPONSORSHIP
USD 12,000
- 5 Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on the front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with Company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website, and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Company brochure circulation to guests and VVIP’s
- Branded tables for company name to highlight the image and reputation of the company
- Exclusive Photo opportunity with VVIPs, Royals and Investors
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to speak at event on topics of interest suitable for company profile
- Exhibition booth at the event for effective communication with attendees
- Company advertisement in the event program
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP
USD 20,000
- Complimentary tickets with VIP seating close to the Chief Guest
- Banners to be displayed on the event day on the front desk
- Verbal recognition at the podium with Company Name and Representatives
- Company logo on event marketing materials, website, and social media
- Recognition & Appreciation on Berkeley Middle East Investors Club Communications, website and after press release
- Company brochures Distribution at the event
- Company brochure circulation to guests and VVIP’s
- Branded tables for company name to highlight the image and reputation of the company
- Exclusive Photo opportunity with VVIPs, Royals and Investors
- Soft-copies of event photos and videos focusing on the company and representative
- Opportunity to speak at event on topics of interest suitable for company profile
- Exhibition booth at the event for effective communication with attendees
- Company advertisement in the event program
- Opportunity to sponsor giveaway bags with company brochures and marketing materials
- Recognition for sponsorship with a special certificate from VVIP’s
- Opportunity to display promo video during event
- Opportunity to Meet Investors
- Opportunity to Meet Royal Family Representatives
- Arranging of one to one meetings with potential business opportunities organizations
TELL US YOUR GOALS
In today’s tech driven world stand out from your competitors:
For Thought-Leadership:
- Feature articles, spotlight interviews and opinion pieces
- Panel-discussions, online round-tables and speaking opportunities
- TV coverage
- Custom infographic creation and distribution
For Brand Awareness:
- Community advertising and sponsorship
- Newsletter and email banner sponsorship
- Targeted email and messaging
- Content syndication and sponsored social
For Lead generation:
- Custom whitepaper creation or distribution
- Report creation or distribution
- Dedicated webinar or Digital Week sponsorship
- Custom research and sponsored surveys
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO BE A SPONSOR, 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