The Dubai Business Women Council, DBWC recently concluded its first virtual forum for 2020 with the participation of speakers representing the most eminent local and global companies of the retail industry, under the theme ‘Women in Retail & Luxury Forum’.
Organized by the DBWC in partnership with A&E Magazine, the event touched on the current challenges that women are facing in the retail industry.
“This virtual forum is one of the most prominent events of the Council this year, as it has managed to bring together local and international leaders of this vital industry to help women adopt best international practices in the retail and luxury sectors,” stated Raja Al Gurg, President of the DBWC.
The speakers addressed some of the issues and challenges that women are facing in the retail and luxury sector, while affirming their confidence in women’s capabilities of handling and managing businesses in the respective industries.
Nadine Halabi, Business Development Manager, DBWC commented, “The Emirati experience and the professional climate of the local market continuously paves the way for women’s growth and development, regardless of their nationalities or experiences.”
The DBWC claims to organize and host three other online forums as part of DBWC Forums 2021. These platforms will discuss the challenges that women are facing in Healthcare, Tech and Finance & Investment sectors while also shedding the light on the best practices that are in place to tackle these obstacles.
