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Roadshow: 7 June 2023
Main event: 6-7 September 2023, Dubai

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The Inclusion Summit roadshow by Aurora50

The Inclusion Summit Roadshow

The Inclusion Summit 2023 hits the road this summer.

This special roadshow will take us to the northern emirates – to Ras Al Khaimah on 7 June.

These events will embrace the wider UAE community – including youth and people of determination. The Inclusion Summit Roadshow will:

  • engage with under-served communities across the UAE
  • focus on youth, Emiratisation and digital inclusivity
  • spark more localised discussions around inclusion
  • provide a platform for regional government and organisations to showcase their DEI initiatives
  • enable brands to connect with youthful talent

The Inclusion Summit Roadshow agenda

Time Session
09:30
Registration and networking
10:00
Opening remarks and welcome address
10:15
Keynote presentation – Putting inclusion at the forefront in The Northern Emirates
10:45
Panel discussion - Breaking barriers to youth inclusionUnderstanding the economic and social impact of successful youth initiatives in the workplace | Effective strategies for engaging youth in DEI initiatives | Upskilling and future skills
11:45
Keynote fireside chat
12:15
Lunch and networking
11:40
Fixing the bAIs – artificial intelligence activation
13:45

Youth circles activation - From vision to reality: Achieving truly inclusive workplaces in the UAE

Through engaging discussions and collaborative exercises, participants will delve into practical solutions to create diverse and equitable work environments that empower and embrace the talents of all individuals

14:45
Closing remarks
15:00

End of conference

Pictured L-R: Top - Dr Hoda Al Khzaimi, Director of the Center of Cybersecurity at New York University Abu Dhabi, and a Pathway20 alumna; an Emirati woman signs the Aurora50 pledge; Aurora50 speaker HE Rashed Abdulkarim Al Blooshi, Undersecretary of Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). Bottom - Aurora50's Summit 2021 session.

Challenge the status quo

This is the MENA region’s largest cross-industry DEI event: an assembly of hundreds of chairs, board members and C-suite executives.
 
The Inclusion Summit 2023 – a place to:
  • build connections between regional and international change-makers
  • challenge outdated views of the region
  • gain insights into national and company DEI initiatives
  • share best practices in DEI and inspire change.
Join 900+ DEI trailblazers in Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah.

Why attend? The Inclusion Summit in numbers

900

Attendees

40

Speakers

20

Industries

22

Hours of content

4

Deep-dive content tracks

Network with 1,000+ attendees - the change-makers of Corporate UAE

Gain access to the boards of some of the UAE’s biggest organisations

Get noticed by companies looking for board-ready women to join them

Participate in roundtables and panel discussions

Be part of the solution to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)

Surround yourself with people creating high-performing boards

Who will you meet?

Chairs and vice-chairs

SVPs, EVPs and vice presidents

Director-generals & presidents

C-Suite: CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, CMOs

Board members and committee members

Global heads of department

Chairpersons and Vice-Chairs

Director Generals & Presidents

Board Members and Committee Members

SVPs, EVPs and Vice Presidents

C-Suite: CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, CMOs

Global Heads of Department

Pictured L-R: Top - Aurora50 speaker HE Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of Dubai Future Foundation; Richard Dean, presenter of Dubai Eye's Business Breakfast in conversation with HE Dr Mariam Buti Al Suwaidi, CEO of the Emirates Security and Commodities Authority (SCA) at Aurora50 2021 Summit. Bottom - Aurora50 speaker Fatema Al Nuaimi, CEO of ADNOC LNG and chair of the ADNOC Gender Balance Committee; Marwan Al Abedin, CEO and Founder of Flatrace; May Nasrallah, Founder and Executive Chairwoman at deNovo Partners.

Meet and network with...

  • C-suite executives, board directors and decision-makers from both the private and public sectors
  • Policymakers, UAE ministers and representatives from international, inter-governmental organisations
  • Representatives from professional bodies that advocate for people of determination and gender balance

Your chance to...

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Exhibit your organisation

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Promote your brand

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Showcase your work as a DEI thought leader and change-maker

The Inclusion Summit

Agenda at a glance

Time DAY ONE: 6 September 2023 Time DAY TWO: 7 September 2023
08:00
REGISTRATION
08:00
REGISTRATION
09:00
WELCOME ADDRESS
09:00
WELCOME ADDRESS
09:15
KEYNOTE - Looking forward to COP28 - driving inclusive and transformational sustainable development
09:15
KEYNOTE - Why the CHRO’s boardroom influence is growing 
09:35
PANEL DISCUSSION - UAE economic strategy - communicating the value of diversity and inclusion
09:35
PANEL DISCUSSION – Stakeholders vs shareholders - Linking diversity and inclusion to long-term business objectives
10:35
KEYNOTE – Cooperation in driving change – aligning public and private sector DEI strategies 
10:35
KEYNOTE – Why being digitally inclusive is of strategic importance
10:55
COFFEE & NETWORKING
10:55
COFFEE & NETWORKING
11:20
KEYNOTE - The importance of Emiratisation in the future of the nation
11:20
KEYNOTE – Brand affinity, customer loyalty, profitability – Why inclusive marketing should be your default
11:40
PANEL DISCUSSION – Build strategic advantage by embracing the ‘five-generation’ workforce
11:40
PANEL DISCUSSION – Company culture starts at the top – high performance and accountability
12:40
NETWORKING LUNCH
12:40
NETWORKING LUNCH
13:40

Breakout tracks

Digital inclusivity | Emiratisation

13:40

Breakout tracks

People of determination | Empowering youth

17:00
CLOSE OF DAY

Pricing

Early bird discount ends in:

Early bird 40% Discount

In-person

$ 2,599

$ 1,560

Early bird 30% Discount

Virtual

$ 599

$ 420

Complimentary Pass

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Branding and media coverage across major media houses

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Speaking opportunities, panel discussions and interviews to get your message out, in your way

Be a part of the ESG future through gender-diverse and profitable boards

Affirm your support for gender diversity on boards and learn how you can support aspiring talent in the C-suite

Highlight and get the attention of decision-makers that are looking for women to join their boards

Network with 1,000+ attendees - the change-makers of Corporate UAE

Be part of the solution and surround yourself with the information, inspiration, and people who are shaping the future of the board

Access board-ready female talent, as well as some of the best boards and understand their plans for supporting gender balance

Quote from Mishal Kanoo, Chairman, The Kanoo Group: “The idea is to always try to find ways to make people feel that they are equal in terms of opportunity."

Previously...

680+

Attendees

420

Board directors

18

Outreach partners

16m+

Media impressions

$4.7m

Media value

Previous Summit speakers

HE Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy

HE Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri

Minister of Economy, Chairman of the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA), Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)

HE Huda Al Hashimi, UAE deputy minister of cabinet affairs for strategic affairs

HE Huda AlHashimi

Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Affairs
HE Dr Aisha Bin Bishr, Vice Chair of Emaar board

HE Dr. Aisha bint Butti Bin Bishr

Vice Chairperson, Emaar Development

HE Rashed Abdulkarim Al Blooshi

Acting Undersecretary, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED)
Hatem Dowidar, CEO, Etisalat Group

Hatem Dowidar ​

CEO, Etisalat Group

Susan Hooper, non-executive director, Uber Technologies

Susan Hooper​

Non-Executive Director, Uber Technologies ​
HE Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology and Chairwoman of the UAE Space Agency

HE Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri

Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Chairperson of the UAE Space Agency
Homaid Al Shimmari, Deputy Group CEO and Chief Corporate & Human Capital Officer in Mubadala Investment Company

Homaid Al Shammari

Deputy Group CEO, Chief Corporate & Human Capital Officer, Mubadala Investment Company, Chairman, Maximus Air Cargo & Abu Dhabi Aviation  

Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamsi Chairman, Aramex, Group CEO, Abu Dhabi Port

Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi

Group CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports, Chairman of KIZAD, Chairman of ADNEC, Vice Chairman of Arab Sea Ports Federation

HE Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy

HE Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri

Minister of Economy, Chairman of the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA), Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)

HE Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology and Chairwoman of the UAE Space Agency

HE Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri

Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Chairperson of the UAE Space Agency
HE Dr Aisha Bin Bishr, Vice Chair of Emaar board

HE Dr. Aisha bint Butti Bin Bishr

Vice Chairperson, Emaar Development
HE Huda Al Hashimi, UAE deputy minister of cabinet affairs for strategic affairs

HE Huda AlHashimi

Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Affairs
Sangeeta Desai, board director, Anton; NED to Boat Rocker Media​

Ms. Sangeeta Desai

Non-Executive Director, OSN

HE Rashed Abdulkarim Al Blooshi

Acting Undersecretary, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED)

Ms. Belinda Scott

VP & Head of Corporate Sustainability, First Abu Dhabi Bank
Susan Hooper, non-executive director, Uber Technologies

Susan Hooper​

Non-Executive Director, Uber Technologies ​
Hatem Dowidar, CEO, Etisalat Group

Hatem Dowidar ​

CEO, Etisalat Group

Outreach partners

Learn how to navigate your way to the top and get insights on how to champion DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) in your organisation.