Forbes Middle East is set to host its third annual Women’s Summit in Riyadh on November 2-3, 2025, at the Fairmont Riyadh Hotel. Chaired by H.H. Princess Noura Bint Mohammed Al Saud, the landmark event will bring together an elite group of female leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from Saudi Arabia and beyond to celebrate and amplify women’s pivotal role in driving regional economic and cultural transformation.
Event Details
- What: Annual summit for female leaders and visionaries
- When: November 2-3, 2025
- Where: Fairmont Riyadh Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Focus Areas: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Financial Empowerment, STEM, Vision 2030
About The Event
Returning for its third edition under the theme “Limitless Inspiration,” the Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit has established itself as a leading platform for spotlighting the voices of trailblazing women. The event aims to showcase how women’s success stories are no longer the exception but the new norm driving transformation across the region. Under the esteemed patronage of H.H. Princess Noura Bint Mohammed Al Saud, the summit will align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, highlighting women’s expanding influence in shaping a more inclusive and empowered future.
What to Expect
- Inspiring Talks: Engage with curated panels, fireside chats, and keynotes from over 90 influential global and regional leaders across diverse sectors.
- High-Level Networking: Connect with an elite group of female executives, founders, government leaders, and innovators from companies like Visa, Oracle, and Schneider Electric.
- Leadership Recognition: Witness a culminating awards ceremony honoring outstanding female leaders from across the Middle East who have turned vision into impactful reality.
- Interactive Workshops: Gain practical skills and insights through a series of workshops and activities designed to foster personal and professional growth.
Featured Speakers
The summit will feature an exceptional lineup of over 90 influential voices. Some of the key leaders include:
- H.H. Princess Noura Bint Mohammed Al Saud: Chairperson of the Women’s Committee for Community Development (Summit Chair)
- H.H. Sheikha Dr. Shamma Mohammed Khalid Al Nahyan: Chairperson of the Board, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Khalid Al Nahyan Cultural and Educational Institutions
- Jomana R. Alrashid: CEO, Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG)
- Dr. Saeeda Jaffar: SVP, Group Country Manager – GCC, Visa
- Alison Rehill-Erguven: CEO, Cenomi Centers
- Hanane El Mir: Vice President, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure- META, Oracle
- Randa Bessiso: Founding Director – Middle East, The University of Manchester – Dubai
Key Themes for 2025
- KSA Vision 2030: Sessions will explore how women are central to the Kingdom’s economic transformation, the scaling of workforce access, and the role of female diplomacy in building global bridges.
- Empowering Financial Wins: Panels will highlight women transforming the insurance and finance landscape, building resilient financial infrastructure, and shaping the future of luxury tourism and retail.
- Shaping the Narrative for Empowerment: A deep dive into how female leaders are driving change through cultural influence, creativity, purposeful branding, and breaking barriers in the world of sports.
How to Attend
Limited seating is available for this exclusive event. Interested attendees are encouraged to register early to secure their spot and take advantage of early bird pricing. The General Pass includes admission to all panels, networking opportunities, workshops, and more.
Register and purchase tickets here: Forbes Middle East Women’s Summit Registration
About The Organizers
Forbes Middle East is a licensed edition of Forbes for the Arab world, championing inspiring business journalism and entrepreneurial capitalism. Through its digital platforms and monthly magazine, it provides critical information and in-depth analysis to the region’s most influential leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs, publishing original lists and rankings that adhere to strict global methodologies.
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