August 27, 2022

Brand Dubai launches guide spotlighting 100 female-owned businesses on occasion of Emirati Women’s Day

DUBAI, Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, is marking Emirati Women’s Day 2022 with the launch of an interactive guide featuring 100 innovative businesses established by Emirati women.

Titled “By Emirati Women”, the extensive guide celebrates Emirati women entrepreneurs’ distinguished achievements and their active roles in various sectors in the UAE. The unique guide was launched as part of Brand Dubai’s “Proudly from Dubai” initiative, which seeks to raise the visibility of promising homegrown businesses.

Marked annually on 28th August, Emirati Women’s Day was launched by H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), to appreciate Emirati women for their dedication, strength and achievements that have helped shape the nation. This year, the occasion is being held under the theme “Inspiring Reality, Sustainable Future”.

Female entrepreneurship in Dubai has seen remarkable growth. Emirati women entrepreneurs have busted many stereotypes, firmly establishing their businesses as powerful engines contributing to the country’s economy. The “By Emirati Women” guide aims to support female Emirati entrepreneurs who have shattered the glass ceiling and reflect the city’s entrepreneurial success. The guide lists 100 female-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the fields of fashion, food and beverages, photography, floristry, jewellery, design and event planning.

Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, said, “The ‘By Emirati Women’ guide, released on the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, not only commemorates successful Emirati female entrepreneurs but also shines the spotlight on inspiring homegrown businesses in the ‘Proudly from Dubai’ network that have achieved remarkable success with their creative concepts. Emirati women continue to make the nation proud with their ability to take on new roles and leading positions. By setting up businesses in new sectors, Emirati women have proven they can succeed in any field they choose. The guide’s launch is a reflection of the importance that Brand Dubai places on supporting start-ups in their entrepreneurial journey.”

Female entrepreneurs whose businesses have been featured in the guide expressed their appreciation for the support they continue to receive from Brand Dubai as members of the ”Proudly from Dubai” network. They said the network has helped widen the reach of their businesses among the community and added that by shedding light on their entrepreneurial experiences, the guide would serve as a source of inspiration for other women who are also keen on starting up their businesses.

“Proudly from Dubai” is an initiative of Brand Dubai that aims to tell local and global audiences the success stories of exciting and innovative businesses born and initiated in the emirate. It also narrates the story of innovation and creativity shaping Dubai’s business and entrepreneurial culture. As part of the initiative, Brand Dubai offers businesses in the network both local and international media exposure, space provision and networking opportunities.

Source: Emirates News Agency

August 27, 2022

Emirati women in Emirates Group represent a workforce of over 1,000 professionals

DUBAI, Emirati women in the Emirates Group represent a workforce of over 1,000 professionals in various roles across more than 30 departments.

From pilots and engineers who work with the world’s biggest commercial aircraft, to IT professionals, service ambassadors, marketing and data experts, commercial services and more, these talented and passionate Emirati women are vital contributors to the Group, as well as to the aviation and travel industries’ success and growth, said the Group in a press statement ahead of the Emirati Women’s Day.

Thanks to the immense support of the UAE leadership, Emirati women continue to break the norms. They defy the odds as they actively build our nation and contribute to the socio-economic development of our country.

Reflecting the UAE’s robust educational policies and the Group’s commitment and efforts to grow Emirati talent in their careers, over half of the Emirati women at the Emirates Group are employed in supervisory, managerial or leadership positions.

Emirati women of the Emirates Group, including long-serving employees who have seen the increasing impact of women in the workforce in the three decades since they began their careers, wish to pass on a message of encouragement and inspiration for the young Emiratis to join the aviation industry and contribute to its growth with their creativity, energy, and ambition.

As part of the Emiratisation strategy and long-standing commitment to developing Emirati talent, the Emirates Group has recently partnered with INSEAD, one of the most prominent business schools in the world, to offer its Emirati senior executives a chance to enrol in the Women Leaders Programme. The four-day programme will bring female Emirati leaders on a peer learning journey with women leaders from other global organizations. It aims to provide participants with broader perspectives on the global workplace, marketplace, and leadership challenges and provide them with the insights, tools and network to increase their leadership impact and contribution to the business and the broader professional community.

Source: Emirates News Agency

August 27, 2022

Dubai consolidates its position as preferred global hub for sports

DUBAI, When the coin is tossed at 18:00 local time tomorrow at the Dubai International Stadium before the much-anticipated contest between two cricketing giants, India and Pakistan, cricket’s 2.5 billion fans will once again have the world’s favourite sporting hub to thank for accepting the challenge to host the ongoing 15th edition of the Asia Cup at the last minute with clockwork precision.

Dubai’s world-class sports, hospitality and tourism infrastructure and an unrivalled ability to successfully organise mega-events were instrumental in the UAE’s selection as tournament host. Over 16 days, Dubai plays host to 10 of the 13 Asia Cup fixtures, including the title clash on 11th September. The UAE is hosting the Asia Cup for the fourth time, with Dubai also hosting the title clash in the previous edition, when India beat Bangladesh to lift the Cup in 2018.

H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council (DSC), said the UAE has always been keen to cooperate and collaborate with the world, and Dubai is proud to offer its infrastructure for Asia Cup fixtures. “Thanks to the vision of our leadership, hosting large-scale international sports events, including the Asia Cup, one of cricket’s biggest contests, reinforces the UAE’s position on the global events map. It is a huge vote of confidence by the international community in our robust infrastructure and event-management capabilities.”

Dubai has repeatedly proven its capability of successfully hosting world-class events, including Expo 2020, the largest event ever held in the Arab world. In fact, during the six months of the Expo 2020 (October 2021-March 2022), Dubai hosted more than 30 international sports events, including the men’s and women’s Rugby World Cup qualifiers, cricket’s Twenty20 World Cup, and the European Tour’s ‘Race to Dubai’ finale, the DP World Tour Championship. Different countries participating in Expo 2020 also organised several sports-related events at the Expo’s Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Hub, featuring some of sports’ biggest names.

“The sports sector is an important contributor to the local economy, part of an ambitious vision to upgrade all parts of the sports ecosystem and increase the sector’s contribution to Dubai’s GDP. We aim to continue offering amenities that guarantee Dubai and the UAE’s sports leadership at regional and international levels.

“The emirate has emerged as the destination of choice for global tourists, business visitors and sports communities. The world has reposed confidence in our ability to welcome everyone safely and securely. We are grateful for our leadership’s vision and the efforts of our frontline heroes for this accomplishment,” Sheikh Mansoor said.

Along with trade, tourism and culture, sport plays a critical role in the growth of any global city. Dubai’s leadership sees sports as a strategic economic development driver that significantly impacts tourism and the emirate’s global reputation. Today, Dubai is home to world-class facilities and venues. The city regularly hosts local, regional and international events that welcome elite athletes and grassroots participation, including homegrown talent.

The contribution of the sports sector to the national and local economy continues to grow, cementing Dubai’s status as a global hub for sports while attracting foreign investment and creating more jobs for the UAE’s talented youth.

The tournament will see Asia’s biggest cricketing stars from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong vying for the coveted Cup in the UAE, underscoring Dubai’s status as one of the world’s safest, most reliable, and most prominent destinations for international sporting events. More than 1 billion viewers all over the world are expected to watch the India-Pakistan match on international platforms.

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed reiterated that DSC views international sporting events in Dubai with absolute earnestness and ensures that the Council leaves no stone unturned to make every event a stellar success.

With H.H. Sheikh Mansoor as its Chairman, the Council’s Board of Directors comprises several strategic Dubai departments that undertake a 360-degree view of sporting events management. DSC Board members include representatives from Infrastructure and Urban Planning, the Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Police, and Dubai Culture, among others.

Some of Dubai’s major annual sporting events include the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon, Dubai Tour, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Dubai World Cup, DP World Tour Championship, and Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, among others.

In addition to being a destination of choice for year-long sports tournaments, Dubai has also emerged as the preferred training venue for the global sports fraternity. The city now boasts several top teams – from football and cricket to boxing and golf – visiting Dubai’s world-class training facilities throughout the year to recharge their skills and prepare for the various tournaments and title clashes. Dubai was also a preferred location for international athletes to train ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Given the leadership’s unbridled ambitio to emerge a winner in all spheres, the city’s strategic location, willingness to help, robust infrastructure, and the competence of its youth, it is not surprising that Dubai has emerged as the world’s preferred hub for sports.

Source: Emirates News Agency