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Women Power Summit

The Summit
Through the Years

Three editions. Three chapters of growth. From the inaugural summit to a global digital platform — a track record built on real partnerships and meaningful impact.

Women Power Summit

Across its three editions, the Women Power Summit has evolved from a nationally anchored initiative into a regional and global platform powered by PLAYBOOK — bringing together government leaders, founders, investors, and decision-makers to drive meaningful collaboration, knowledge exchange, and long-term economic impact.

Edition 01
The Inaugural Summit

An Overview

HRH Princess Hessa Al Khalifa
Under the Patronage of HRH Princess Hessa Al Khalifa Daughter-in-law of HM the King of Bahrain, Supreme Council Member & CEO of INJAZ Bahrain

The inaugural Women Power Summit brought together public and private sector leaders, founders, and professionals through curated discussions, networking opportunities, and leadership-focused programming — created as a platform to advance women's economic participation, leadership development, and cross-sector collaboration.

The program was the first of its kind in the region, positioning the Summit as a nationally recognized initiative from day one and laying the foundation for what would become a growing regional platform.

2,000+Attendees
116+Speakers
11+Nationalities
20+Specializations
40+Partners

Shaikh Isa Cultural Center

Shaikh Isa Cultural Center exterior
Shaikh Isa Cultural Center courtyard
Shaikh Isa Cultural Center conference hall

A government-run cultural venue for national events and official gatherings. As one of the region's most prominent public venues, it provided a distinguished setting that positioned the Summit as a nationally recognized initiative from its first edition.

Edition 02
Expanding Impact

An Overview

HE Ayman Almoayyed
Under the Patronage of HE Ayman Almoayyed Minister of Youth, Bahrain

The second edition expanded in scale and regional relevance, evolving the Summit into a convening platform connecting government stakeholders, entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate leaders across the region.

The programming deepened its focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic empowerment — with an emphasis on practical collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of women-led initiatives and professional growth pathways.

2,000+Attendees
85+Speakers
11+Nationalities
20+Specializations
75+Partners

Sofitel Bahrain

Sofitel Bahrain
Sofitel Bahrain
Sofitel Bahrain

Luxury hotel and conference venue. The event introduced expanded programming focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and economic empowerment — emphasizing practical collaboration, partnerships, and knowledge exchange.

Edition 03
A Global Digital Edition

An Overview

Princess Johara Bint Abdulaziz Al Saud
Under the Patronage of Princess Johara Bint Abdulaziz Al Saud Member of the Saudi Royal Family & Advocate for Women's Leadership

The third edition took the Summit global — transitioning to a fully digital format that expanded access across multiple countries and industries, removing geographical barriers while maintaining the platform's focus on leadership, innovation, and economic inclusion.

The program featured global conversations, interactive sessions, and cross-border collaboration opportunities, reinforcing the Summit's role as a connector between ecosystems and a driver of dialogue around women's advancement in business and investment.

50+Speakers
7,000+Delegates
70+Virtual Booths
30+Learning Sessions
50+Digital Power Pitch

Global Digital Experience

Global Digital Experience

A borderless platform for connection and dialogue. The digital format removed geographical barriers, bringing together participants from across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and North America. Interactive sessions, virtual networking, and on-demand content ensured meaningful engagement despite the online setting.

Past Summit Speakers

Dr. Fatema Al Balooshi
Former Minister / Current Chairwoman,
Bahrain Trust Foundation
Muneera Alkhalifa
Director General,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Sonya Janahi
Board Member,
Labor Market Regulatory Authority
Eman Rafay
Think Tank & policy professional,
Diwan of the Royal Court in Oman
Eng. Mariam Jumaan
Chairperson,
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Bahrain
Hamad Yaqoob Al Mahmeed
Director General,
Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Najma Ghuloom
Director of Strategy & Projects,
Education & Training Quality Authority (BQA)
Noora AlAamer
Senior Analyst & Treasury Financial Markets,
Kuwait Finance House B.S.C.
Mrs. Yara Redha Faraj
Board of Directors,
The Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA)
Amal Almoayyed
Managing & Executive Director,
Ashrafs W.L.L
Amy Morgan
Founding Partner & CEO,
Unisono
Areije Al-Shakar
CEO,
Bapco Energy Ventures
Deema Al Haddad
Deputy Chairperson,
AlHaddad Motors
Dina Shabib
Founder & CEO,
Farahii
Dr Ameera AlMosali
Dentist & CEO,
The Dental Club
Eman Akbar Rafay
Chairperson,
Global Dignity Day (Oman)
Ghizlane Rahali
Consultant & Managing Director,
PieCreative
Hadyah Fathallah
Executive Director,
C5 Accelerate
Hala Al-maoyyed
Vice Chairman,
Almoayyed International Group
Lanna Alattar
CEO and founder,
Gudjuju
Leena Alolaimy
Founder & CEO,
Symbaiosys
Marriam Mossalli
Founder & CEO,
Niche Arabia
Mary-Justine Todd
Founder & CEO,
Shamsaha
Maryam Al Aamri
Founder & CEO,
Matterz Group
Mona AlMoayyed
Managing Director,
YK Al Moayyed & Sons
Najla Alshirawi
CEO,
SICO
Najwa Abdul Rahim
Vice President for ICT,
Bahrain Airport Company
Narise Qamber
Owner & Executive Director,
Saffron by Jena cafés & Jena Bakery
Amal Kooheji
Founder & Managing Partner,
The Talent Hub
Dr. Hanan Marafie
Managing Director & Owner,
Marafie Clinic
Dr. Maryam Mattar
Founder & Chairwoman,
Emirates Genetic Diseases Association
Eman Al Mannai
Vice President of Sales & Marketing,
Golden Gate
Eman Sarraf
Founder & CEO,
217 Public Relations
Emon Shakoor
Founder & CEO,
Blossom Accelerator
Esmahan Bukhowa
CEO,
Bokhowa Group at Saar Mall
Farah Humaidhi
CEO,
Fouz Expos
Feryal Nass
Founder & Chairwoman,
Bahrain Entrepreneurship Organization
Hala Sulaiman
Founder & Managing Director,
Beyond Borders Consultancy
Hana Al Syead
Founder and CEO,
Wujud LLC
Ismahan AlSaad
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer,
PLAYBOOK
Kholood Akbari
Managing Director,
Akbari Architects
Lara Shukhallah
Founder & Managing Director,
Gro Capita
Mary Justine
CEO,
Women's Crisis Care International
May Abdel Asim
Founder & Managing Director,
Media & More, What Women Want Magazine, Mindfood Publications & HerStory Films
Muna Al Gurg
Vice Chairperson & Director of Retail,
Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group
Nada Jamsheer
Senior Vice President,
The Arab Energy Fund
Najmah Brown
Attorney & Managing Director,
Al Adwani Law Firm, Kuwait
Neda Al Daihani
Founder and CEO,
Brilliant Lab
Nouf Al Sowaidi
Group Chief Human Resources Officer,
Bapco Energies
Salma Waheedi
Lecturer on Law & Executive Director,
Harvard Law School
Samar Habayeb
CEO,
Silsal Design House
Sandra Knight
Co-Founder & COO,
Hayatech
Sonali Thadani
CEO,
Baby Essentials W.L.L.
Susan Hunter
Former Chief Executive Officer,
APM Terminals Bahrain
Suzy Al Zeerah
Chief Operating Officer,
Bahrain FinTech Bay
Tanaz Dizadji
Founder & CEO,
BuzzBee / Brand Ripplr / Insydo
Tariq Al Olaimy
Co-Founder & Managing Director,
3BL Associates
Yara Al Dhaen
Founder & CEO,
SEPT
Zain Al Zayani
Senior Vice President,
Bapco Energies
Zaina Al Bader
Founder & CEO,
Bookr
Agnes Budzyn
CEO & Managing Partner,
Bluedge Ventures
Claudia Mortimer
COO,
Step
Fatma Ghaly
CEO,
Azza Fahmy Jewellery
Hebah Fisher
Co-Founder & CEO,
Kerning Cultures Network
Karima Anbar
CEO & Board Member,
Intisar Foundation
Kholoud Attar
CEO & Creative Director,
KAAPH Media
Lara Khoury
CEO, Founder & Art Director,
LARAKHOURY
Nada Hakeem
CEO & Co-Founder,
Wetheloft
Noor Marzoky
CEO & Founder,
Workshop X
Saana Azzam
Founder & CEO / Chief Inspiration Officer,
MENA Speakers
Srishti Sofat
Senior Vice President & Product Development,
Oracle Fusion CX
Tamara Abu Khadra
Founder & CEO,
Homegrown Market
Alanoud Alsharekh
Director,
Ibtikar Strategic Consultancy
Ameera Alkooheji
TV Host
Amina Al Abbasi
Artist & Founder,
Amina Gallery
Amina Al hawaj
Ambassador of Invention
Azza Hujair
Designer,
Azza Jewellery
Bryony Cooper
Investor & Startup Mentor,
Susy Massetti
Chef & Founder,
Masso Restaurant
Dana Zubari
Co-Founder,
Tru Active
Dona Murad
Founder,
Hopscotch Bakery
Duaa Zainal
Head of Human Capital & Administration,
Bahrain Economic Development Board
Dr Sara Alreefy
Founder,
London Breast Care Centre
Eman Nouridden
Psycotherapist & Founder,
Insights Therapy
Faiza Saeed
Former HR Manager,
Ahli United Bank (Kuwait)
Fatema Ebrahim
Founder,
Andra PR
Fatima AlHasan
Senior Associate,
Baker McKenzie
Greta Rossi
Co-Founder,
Recipes For Wellbeing
Hala Kaiksow
Creative Director,
Hala Kaiksow
Hend Alawadhi
Senior Airworthiness Inspector,
Bahrain Civil Aviation
Hend Fakhroo
Screenwriter and Director,
Hussa AlHumaidhi
Brand strategist and managing partner,
Raw Design Studio
Julie Alexander
Principal,
Baker & McKenzie's Bahrain
Kelly Armatage
Somatic & Cognitive Therapist | Author | TEDx Speaker
Layla Salle
Retail Director,
MIRA Y MANO
Loujain Alhathloul
women's rights activist and a social media figure
Mara Mostafa
Creative Director,
5A Consultancy
Mariam Baqqi
Chief Dermatologist and Founder,
Nadhara Skin Center
Mishaal Al Shimmery
Aerospace Engineer & Founder,
MISHAAL
Nada Alawi
Founder & Creative Director,
ANNADA

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Testimonials

Dr Ameera AlMosali

"The Women Power story is one of the most wonderful gatherings, dazzling everyone with feminine energy beyond all expectations. Wonderful organization — behind it you see the creative Wafa Al-Obaidat and her team."

Dr Ameera AlMosali Dentist, Owner of Dental Club
Nada Alawi

"I am so proud of my friend and sister Wafa — she founded the Women Power Summit and made it into a huge success. No shortcuts, all hard work. Bravo, I am so proud of you. You know how to connect people!"

Nada Alawi Co-Founder, Annada Luxury-lifestyle Bahraini Brand
Amy Morgan

"The passion was very evident. The participation was truly excellent and the overall quality fantastic."

Amy Morgan Founding Partner & CEO, Unisono
Greta Rossi

"It was touching and moving to see so many women gathered on two work days to be inspired and explore their own journey to become impactful leaders in their lives, communities, and societies."

Greta Rossi Co-Founder, Recipes for Wellbeing, Akasa Innovation & Impactaimers
Hamsa Saeed

"Am overwhelmed by the two days and the wonderful potential I saw in each and everyone of you — organisers, speakers and attendees."

Hamsa Saeed Life & Organizational Coach, CPCC
Nehal Al Omari

"It was a beautiful validation for women of all ages and I would imagine that there were a lot of people like me who wanted to see and meet more such inspirational women; and didn't want it to end."

Nehal Al Omari Founder & Creative Director, Papermoon
Hala AlMoayyed

"Amazing event, so proud to be a part of it!"

Hala AlMoayyed Executive Director, Almoayyed Contracting Group