SHE LEADS 2026 - Global Women in Corporate Leadership Conference & Awards

Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Women Leading with Strength & Vision

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9th - 11th February 2026 | 9AM - 5PM (GMT+4)

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Dubai, UAE
Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere

Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere

Adjunct Professor – Vlerick Business School

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James Michael Lafferty

The Chairman of the Board - Katapult Digital

Suzanne Knight

Suzanne Knight

Global Consultant and CEO, mBolden
Former Vice President of Transformation Services, Walmart Canada

Steve Wells

Steve Wells

Global Futurist - Silicon Humanism, United Kingdom

Amnah Ajmal

Amnah Ajmal

Thought leader, Keynote Speaker

Rima Manna

Rima Manna

Vice President NI ME & UAE Country Director - Nokia

Caroline Faraj

Caroline Faraj

Vice President - CNN & Editor-in-Chief - CNN Arabic

Mariana Hebborn

Dr. Mariana Hebborn

Global Head of HR AI & Data Governance - Merck Group

Razan Al Ajmi

Razan Al Ajmi

First Saudi Female Freefall Skydiver

Atheer

Atheer Al Bin Ali

Chief Legal Officer - Badael Company

Katja Rieger

Katja Rieger

Founder of Women for Board GCC

Manal Al Sultan

Manal Al Sultan

Chief Audit Executive - ZATCA

Geraldine Wessing

Geraldine Wessing

Chief Political Analyst - Shell

Alanood Aldhaher

Alanood Aldhaher

Director - Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing at American University of Sharjah

Nawar Alsubaihin

Nawar Alsubaihin

Senior Manager, Talent Management and Total Rewards - Lucid Motors

Mariam Al Suwaidi

Mariam Al Suwaidi

Senior Vice President, Shared Services - ADNOC Sour Gas

Huda-Majed-Rashed-AlAbbar

Huda-Majed-Rashed-AlAbbar

Director of Human Resources Department, Department of Finance - Dubai Government

Aysha Suleiman

Aysha Suleiman

Group Director of Human Resources & Development - Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ)

Bessima

Bessima Bahri

Legal Director, Payments & Product, Middle East and Asia

STACEY-ASHLEY (1)

Master Trainer

DR STACEY ASHLEY

Leadership Visionary | Keynote Speaker | CEO Advisor | Leadership Coach | Author

Focused on future-proofing CEOs, Dr. Stacey Ashley CSP is a Leadership Visionary. With over 30 years of experience, she has helped thousands develop their leadership competence, confidence, and credibility. A recipient of 14 international Stevie Awards, Stacey has been named twice among LinkedIn’s Top Voices. 

The author of six Amazon #1 best-selling books on leadership, Stacey has a talent for translating complex concepts into simple, practical ideas for immediate application. Often described as a leader for leaders, she has empowered thousands to enhance their leadership skills so they can:

✔️ Build the practical foundations for effective leadership 

✔️ Get out of the trenches, to lead strategically & with influence 

✔️ Transition quickly and effectively to leading larger, more complex portfolios 

✔️ Effectively lead change and transformation 

✔️ Create a leadership coaching capability 

✔️ Create the space to lead, for greater influence and impact 

✔️ Create HP executive teams – enabling rather than impeding progress 

✔️ Develop horizon thinking

 

AMONG HER MANY AWARDS:

■ LinkedIn Top Voices 2018 & 2021 

■ 14 International Stevie Awards, including Gold - Thought Leader of the Year 2023 

■ Nominated Telstra Business & Women's Awards 9 times 

■ FTIEA International Leadership Excellence Award 2022 

■ Thinkers360 Global Top 10 Thought Leader in Coaching 2023

■ Top 20 Leadership Coaches 2023

 

CORPORATE CLIENTS INCLUDE: 

ABC, AccessEAP, ACCORD, Actron Air, ASX, AAPT, ACCOR Hotels, ACCOR Plus, AEC, ANU, CSIRO, CAANZ, CPA, DHA, Engie, Husqvarna, IPA (US), JORA, Menulog, Mustad, Navitas, NDIS, Perrigo, QLD Ed, SAAB, Swisslog, Torrens Uni, UBank, UNSW, World HR Congress, ZIP

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List & Categories of Awards

  • Trailblazing Woman Leader of the Year
    Recognizes an outstanding female leader who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact across the organization.

 

  • CEO of the Year Award
    Honors a visionary leader whose impact has shaped strategy, inspired teams, and driven exceptional growth across the organization.

 

  • Next Woman in Power Award
    Recognizes emerging leaders with strong potential for future CEO roles, highlighting their leadership, innovation, and impact on organizational success.

 

  • Lifetime Achievements Award
    Honors a woman with a distinguished career and impactful contributions to the corporate world.

 

  • Finance Powerhouse Woman Award
    Recognizes women who excel in leadership within the finance industry. It honors their contributions to financial strategy, organizational success, and paving the way for future female leaders in finance.

 

  • Tech Visionary Woman Leader Award
    Celebrates a woman in IT or tech who has led innovative projects or driven digital transformation.

 

  • Marketing Maven: Woman Brand Leader Award
    Honors a woman who has excelled in shaping brand strategy, leading campaigns, and driving market growth.

 

  • Woman in Human Resources Leadership Award
    Honors a woman leader in HR who has promoted talent development, diversity, and a positive workplace culture.

 

  • Operations Dynamo: Woman of Excellence Award
    The nominee has led efforts to optimize operations, reduce costs, and boost productivity, mentored their team, navigated supply chain challenges, collaborated across departments, and introduced innovative tools to improve performance.

 

  • Sales & Business Growth Woman Leader Award
    The nominee has led sales growth and revenue achievement by motivating their team, mentoring for improved sales skills, managing customer challenges, collaborating across departments, and introducing innovative techniques to boost performance and satisfaction.

 

  • Legal & Compliance Powerhouse Woman Award
    The nominee has led compliance efforts, mitigated legal risks, mentored their team, resolved complex legal issues, collaborated across departments, and introduced innovative approaches to improve compliance and reduce risks.

 

  • Exemplary Woman in Audit Leadership Award
    The nominee has led audit strategies aligned with organizational goals, improving accuracy and efficiency, mentored her team, navigated complex audits, collaborated across departments, introduced innovative tools, ensured compliance, and strengthened the organization’s risk management and governance.

 

  • Woman Leadership in Education
    Recognizing visionaries shaping the future through transformative learning and academic leadership.

 

  • Woman Leadership in Healthcare
    Honoring trailblazers driving innovation, compassion, and excellence in the health sector.

Honorable Panel Of Judges

Mariam Al Suwaidi

Mariam Al Suwaidi

Senior Vice President, Shared Services - ADNOC Sour Gas
Katja Rieger

Katja Rieger

Founder of Women for Board GCC
Suzanne Knight

Suzanne Knight

Global Consultant and CEO, mBolden and Former Vice President of Transformation Services, Walmart Canada

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hours of live & interactive sharing sessions, broad range of case studies, and best practices.

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hours of a practical workshop by an inspiring leadership visionary.

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attendees with various market exposure, from diverse industries.

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speakers of highly sought-after experience, diverse expertise and specializations in various functions of women in business.

Event Description

Women aren't just breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, they're shattering them. They're rising into leadership, reshaping the corporate world, and redefining what it means to lead. Modern female leadership is collaborative, diverse, and powerful. Thus, female leaders should embrace inclusivity in the workplace to set a good example of women empowerment and to amplify equity to position of power and influence.

Join us for a three-day conference designed to ignite your leadership potential. Gain invaluable insights from inspiring speakers, connect with a powerful network of women leaders, and access practical tools and resources to help you break barriers, achieve your goals, and unlock your inner leader.

Who Should Attend

Titles:

Female Board Members | Female Chief Officers (CEO, CFO, CMO, CHRO, CTO, CRO, CIO, CSO) |Female Executive Vice Presidents | Female Senior Vice Presidents |Female Vice Presidents | Female Assistant Vice Presidents |Female Directors | Female Senior Directors |Female General Managers | Female Heads of Departments |Female Managers |Female Executives

Departments:

Leadership | Finance & Accounting | Operations & Supply Chain Management & Logistics | Human Resources & Talent Management | Marketing, Branding & Communications | Legal & Compliance | Governance, Risk & Compliance | Sales, Business Development & Commercial | Information Technology & Digital Transformation | Customer Experience & Service Excellence | Corporate Strategy & Business Growth | Product Development & Innovation | Procurement & Vendor Management | Audit | Corporate Affairs & Public Relations | Data Analytics & Business Intelligence | Research & Development (R&D) | Investor Relations & Stakeholder Engagement

Industries: All Industries

Why You Should Not Miss This Global Event

1. Unparalleled Networking with Influential Leaders

  • Connect with top executives, board members, and rising leaders shaping the future of corporate leadership.
  • Engage in dynamic discussions with industry pioneers, innovators, and change-makers.
  • Build a strong leadership network that fosters mentorship, collaboration, and career advancement.

2. Leadership Growth & Professional Development

  • Gain insights from globally renowned speakers on executive leadership strategies.
  • Master critical leadership skills, from strategic decision-making to leading with emotional intelligence.
  • Develop the confidence to lead teams, drive transformation, and elevate your leadership journey.

3. Cutting-Edge Thought Leadership & Industry Trends

  • Stay ahead of evolving corporate leadership trends, governance strategies, and market dynamics.
  • Learn how to navigate organizational change, foster innovation, and create a lasting impact.
  • Explore case studies and real-world success stories from accomplished women leaders.

4. Career Advancement & Executive Presence

  • Strengthen your personal brand and visibility in the corporate world.
  • Gain leadership insights that position you for C-suite and boardroom opportunities.
  • Enhance your executive presence, negotiation skills, and decision-making capabilities.

5. Practical Leadership Strategies for Immediate Impact

  • Access exclusive leadership toolkits, frameworks, and best practices.
  • Participate in hands-on workshops to refine your leadership approach.
  • Develop innovative solutions to leadership challenges in your organization.

6. Driving Organizational Transformation & Success

  • Lead with purpose and drive meaningful change in your workplace.
  • Enhance governance, risk management, and strategic business decision-making.
  • Cultivate inclusive leadership that fosters collaboration, innovation, and high performance.

7. A Source of Inspiration, Motivation & Empowerment

  • Be inspired by stories of resilience, success, and breakthrough leadership.
  • Discover innovative leadership techniques to drive impact and influence.
  • Return empowered with fresh perspectives, renewed confidence, and a bold leadership vision.

Key Objectives

Fostering Inclusive & High-Impact Leadership

Promote diversity, mentorship, and trust to build high-performing, collaborative teams that drive success.

Enhancing Strategic Visibility & Breaking Barriers, Empower women leaders

Overcoming biases, build influence, and redefine leadership models.

Proactively address professional & leadership challenges while seeking opportunities for growth

Embracing a mindset of continuous growth, resilience, and adaptability.

Explore diverse leadership and communication styles through real-world scenarios and case studies

Gain valuable insights into applying effective strategies across various situations, enhancing adaptability and impact.

Sharing session of the vulnerability, authenticity and resiliency of being the leaders

How leaders embrace their true selves, openly acknowledge their challenges, and demonstrate strength through tough times.

Past Feedback

" It was overall a great session. Very insightful for someone like me to understand how CFOs think and work around the globe. "

Zuraini.

Manager, Finance Accounting Management, Malaysia

" Excellent real live demonstration of the relevant functions finance professional would be using with paid version of ChatGPT to ease our lives of mundane task and work on more value adding projects "

Siew.

Senior Executive, Malaysia

" It was great to work with CWI. Their attention to detail was impeccable. The Business Continuity & Crisis Management workshop was fluid and went very smoothly! CWI presented and managed the participants with great patience and have delivered fully on their commitments to me. "

Ta.

Group CFO, Dubai

" The speakers are sharing their top experiences to the audiences and I feel that this event is playing a critical and crucial role in terms of developing the finance and audit industry and taking it to the next level. "

Dr. Chetan.

Trade Advisor, India

" We've just been blown away and we actually loved it hearing from the speakers and listen to the life and actual real experiences that the CFOs have had to offer. "

Naomi.

CFO, Fiji

" I've felt that everything was organized, from the stage, the presentation, and the coordination. "

Pierre.

Senior Audit Specialist, Philippines

" My first impression of this event is wow! It's great because you have brought together some of the smartest people into this event and not just from Malaysia but also from all over the region. "

Jessica.

CFO, Malaysia

" Attending the course has assisted deeply in my understanding of what would be expected of me, as well as the fulfillment of my role & upcoming role. "

Andrew.

Senior Managing Director, Kuala Lumpur

" This course was mind-blowing. It gave me insight regarding the whole concept of investment in culture, and how human beings are the force. It was an amazing Masterclass. "

Zaka.

Chief Risk Officer, Saudi Arabia