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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

Pakiza Abdulrahman
Manager,
Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB)
Priya Televane
Founder and Managing Partner,
361° Design Solutions
Raha Moharrak
Youngest Arab and First Saudi Women to Conquer Mount Everest
Rana Alamuddin
Actress, TV Host and Women's Empowerment Facilitator and Speaker
Rasha Al Ebrahim
Senior reporter,
Bahrain News Agency (BNA)
Rana Salam
Founder & Creative Director,
Rana Salam Studio
Rhea Harmoush
Founder,
567ray Dance Company
Robyn Law
Writer
Sabeeka Al Shamlan
Founder,
Warsha Consultancy & Development
Sahar Qanati
Head of Corporate Communications,
GFH Bank
Sameera Al Bitar
Skills Development Executive,
Royal Life Saving Bahrain
Sana Al Buainain
Change & Talent Management Consultant
Sandi Thom
Founder,
Guardian Angels Music LLC
Saneya Abdulaal
Co-Founder,
Perfectly Pressed
Sara Al Marzooq
Founder,
'Sara's Kids Meals' Social Blog
Sarah Al Wasaibei
Marketing Projects,
Gulf Air
Sawsan Baluch
Artist & Serial Entrepreneur
Sh. Aysha Al Khalifa
Owner & Manager,
Lavande Beauty Lounge
Sh. Haya Rashed Al Khalifa
Founder & Managing Partner,
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Bureau of Attorney
Sh. Hesa Khalifa Al Khalifa
Founder & Editor In Chief,
Kuisines
Sh. Hessa Humood Al Khalifa
Chef & Food and Travel Writer
Sh. Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa
President,
Bahrain International Federation Of Business & Professional Women
Sh. Zain Al Khalifa
Co Founder,
Localppl
Shaikha Marwa Bint Abdulrahman Bin Mohamed Al Khalifa
President,
Animal & Environment Protection Charity Organisation
Shaima Shamsi
Founder,
Third Culture Co.
Sheema Al Nafisee
Founder,
Elysian
Shivani Sathasivam
Founder,
@plantbasedbh
Shooq Al Shawi
Founder & Brand Management Consultant,
SASC
Sumaya Hashim
Teacher,
Jönköping International Business School in Sweden
Tala Fakhro
Chief Project Officer,
Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB)
Tamara Al Pachachi
Artist & Photographer and Writer
Tanzeel Khadir
Writer & Creator,
#100 Bahrain Stories #TheWomen
Vivian Jamal
Founder,
True North Consulting WLL Advisor
Waleed Ali
Manager, Investment,
Ithmaar Development Company
Weam Zabar
Founder & Director,
Namaste Bahrain
Yasmeen Fraidoon
Captain,
Gulf Air
Yusra Rifai
Co-Founder,
Yulala
Zoe Jarvis
Child and Youth Counsellor,
Insight Therapy
Alison Lawson
Owner,
The Jamila Organic Beauty Bar & Boutique
Alya Mooro
Writer & Owner,
The Greater Conversation
Ayesha Erkin
Co-Founder,
Global Girls Food Club
Bayan Abuzinadah
Holistic Sound Healing Practitioner
Bhavin Shah
Partner,
Roland Berger
Danya M. Alhamrani
Co-Founder & Director,
Eggdancer Productions
Dr. Alia Komsany
Health-Equity & Cancer Researcher,
Weill Cornell Medicine
Dr. Samar M. Baqer
Marketing Strategist & High Performance Coach
Farah Bishara
DJ, Event Curator & Small Business Owner
Fatma Al Shebhani
Contemporary Sculptor Artist
Fedaa Al Hassan
Co-Founder & CTO,
Khadoum
Hadley Gamble
Anchor,
CNBC
Hala Al Khaldi
Clinical Dietician & Owner,
Diet Delight
Haya Al Ghanim
Filmmaker & Founder,
New Arab Cinema
Hanan AlShehri
Inspirational Speaker & Teacher of Consciousness and Inner Connection
HE Manal Ataya
Advisor,
Sharjah Museums Authority
Hejer Krichene
Co-Founder,
INSOMEA
Huda Foudah
Founder,
Salam Charm jewelry & Hawiya Digital e-growth studio
Isra Allaf
Founder,
The Untitled Project
Jehan Al Khateeb
Social Media Manager,
New York University Abu Dhabi
Jumanah Shaheen
Visual Effects Producer & Filmmaker
Justina Kasparaviciene
Strategic Partnerships Manager,
BIOptimizers
Kathleen McShane
Senior Advisor,
U.S. Small Business Administration
Khulood Thani
Fashion Designer & Founder,
BINT THANI
Leena Al Sulaiman
Founder,
Leena Alsulaiman Creative Consultancy
Loulwa Bakr
Senior Partner,
Chrome Advisory
Lujain Abulfaraj
Co-founder & Founder,
Twothirds & Akwan
Maria Sarfaraz
Award winning HR professional & first GCC national as a face yoga therapist
Maisa J Shunnar
Chief Digital Transformation Officer
Maryam Saif
Chief Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Officer,
Zain Group
Maysa Hamdan
Founder,
_ican_ Coaching & Healing Space
Medea Nocentini
Senior Partner,
Global Ventures
Mona Al Abdulla
International Lawyer & Art Expert
Muneera Al Mulla
Creative Director & Co-Founder,
Maya Eco
Muwadah Muhtasib
Visual Artist
Narjes Bukannan
Food & Sustainability,
Live Well, Higher Grounds
Nerissa Naidu
Chair of the Board,
CreditXpert Inc.
Noor AlObaid
Food & beverage consultant
Noor Tehini
Co-Founder,
Goodness
Nouf Hakeem
Speaker & Multi-Passion Entrepreneur
Nourah Feteih
Knowledge Ambassador,
MEANA WOMEN
Olga Fleming
Founding Partner,
Oruga Investment / Oruga Group
Parween Habib
Poet & Media Expert
Patricija Miklušienė
Co-founder,
WHUB Lithuania
Rana Husseini
Senior Reporter,
The Jordan Times
Rayyan Umrani
Published Author, Marketing Expert & Model
Renad Al Hefni
Founder,
RoyaledbyRH
Rosemin Madhavji
Founder,
RR&Co.
Rudayna Abdo
Founder,
Thaki
Sacha Haider
Principal,
Global Ventures
Safa Sharif
Director/Technical,
MASY Holding
Sara AlOtaibi
Entrepreneur Architect, International Speaker & Author, Certified Law Of Attraction Coach & Yogini
Shaikha Al Khaldi
Comedienne
Summer Shesha
Actor, Filmmaker, Board Games Maker
Yasmeen Mjalli
Founder,
Nöl Collective
Mashael Alshamamary
Facilities Management Senior Specialist,
Museums Commission
Rana Alawi
Senior Manager,
Zain Bahrain
Elisa Freiha
Advisory Board,
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy
Latifa Al Khalifa
Co-Founder,
Clever Play
Manal Fakhrawi
Jokey, Triathlete
Mariam Turki
Athlete
May Haji
Athlete,
Bahrain Triathlon Assosiate

Media Partners

Supporting Partners

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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