The Dubai Chapter of 85 Broads, the exclusive global network of 20,000 businesswomen, will be holding the ‘85 Broads Global Forum: Confident Investing’ on 31 May 2010 at the Capital Club, Dubai. The Forum brings together an exceptional line-up of speakers covering an array of panels including; “How Smart Women are Investing Globally”, “Angel Investing – Setting the Stage for Calculated Growth”, “Invest in Yourself via Technology- Your Vision for the Future” and “The World Needs You: Sustainability Investing”. Sponsoring this event are Barclays Wealth, Microsoft, Yahoo! Middle East and Latham & Watkins.
Noor Sweid, Founder and Co-Chair of 85 Broads, Dubai Chapter said:
“Since the inception of the Dubai Chapter of 85 Broads in 2006, we have seen our numbers grow at an exceptionally rapid rate. This is a testament to the success of events we have held and the value realised by our members over the past three years.”
Lucy Chow, Co-Chair of 85 Broads, Dubai Chapter commented:
“I am particularly excited about the Confident Investing Forum as it comes at a time when markets are picking-up and more and more investment opportunities are presenting themselves. I am looking forward to what is sure to be another successful 85 Broads event and would like to thank our sponsors for the invaluable support which they have shown.”
Moderating the panels is Mirna Sleiman, Senior GCC Banking & Finance Reporter, Zawya Dow Jones News Service. Ms. Sleiman will be hosting a number of high profile and deeply respected speakers from all sectors including Farah Foustok, CEO Middle East, ING Investment Management, Ahmed Nassef , VP and Managing Director, Yahoo! Middle East and Chris Tight, Head, Campaign Management, Dubai Cares.
This Forum is of particular interest to businesswomen from all sectors that are working in the Middle East. It will offer a unique networking experience and present opportunities for attendees to partner with institutions and companies working on empowering businesswomen in the region.
