The event was hosted in cooperation with the German Consulate and officially opened by the chairwoman of the AHK Business Women Forum, Sabine Krafzel Khourdaji.
It was an honor to welcome such an exceptional group of speakers who shared their personal journeys, insights, and reflections on leadership, culture, and empowerment in today’s dynamic UAE.
Our distinguished panelists included:
Frauke Heard-Bey, Historian and Political Scientist
Hafsa Al Ulama, CEO & Founder of Avida Investment Group
Hind Abdulrazak, Founder of Caboodle and Villa Maria
Sybille Pfaff, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Dubai
Linda Dabbagh, Head of Corporate Communications SSA at Henkel
The discussion explored how the role of women has evolved in the UAE, from pioneers like Dr. Heard-Bey, who has witnessed five decades of the country’s transformation, to today’s leaders and entrepreneurs shaping the country’s business and cultural landscape.
We discussed how to balance modernization with tradition, the role of diplomacy in empowering women, how private sector leaders like Henkel are addressing gender equality, and the importance of cross-cultural collaboration in driving progress and inclusion.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible panelists for their openness, wisdom, and inspiration, and to everyone who joined us in making this event such a success.
Together, we continue to build bridges between cultures, industries, and generations - empowering women to lead with authenticity, confidence, and purpose.
