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Women in STEM


| Date: 17 January 2026

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Executive Roundtable Series

The Future of Work,
Workforce, and
Workplaces


3 July 2025 | 9am to 1pm

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Executive Roundtables Series

The Future of Work,
Workforce, and
Workplaces

3 July 2025 | 9am to 1pm

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Curtin University Dubai

EXECUTIVE ROUNDTABLE SERIES

Leveraging
AI & Cyber Security
for a Sustainable Future

| Saturday 16 August 2025 | 8:30am to 2:00pm

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Technology is transforming every industry, and women are at the forefront of this change. In a world defined by rapid innovation, the voices shaping our future must be as diverse as the challenges we face.

 

This edition, Women in STEM, highlights the voices driving progress in AI, cyber security, data, and beyond.

It is a platform for executives, professionals, and aspiring leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue on leadership, diversity, and the power of technology to create sustainable impact.

 

Join this powerful exchange of ideas that spotlight diversity, equity, and the transformative role of technology in building a sustainable future.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: 17 January 2026
Location: Curtin University Dubai, DIAC
Dress code: Business casual

SPEAKERS

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Dr Hoda Alkhzaimi

Associate Vice Provost of Research Translation and Innovation, New York University Abu Dhabi

Co-Chair for Global Future Council for Cybersecurity, World Economic Forum

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Moderator
Christina Ioannidis

CEO

Aqutuide group

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Moderator
Ashley McBean

Director Data Science

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Panellist
H.E Amal A

Chief AI & Innovation Officer, Ministry of climate change

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Panellist
Latifa Saleh AlShehhi

Chief AI Officer Invest UAE by the Ministry of Investment

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Panellist
Sameh BEN FREDJ, PhD, EMBA

Lead Data Scientist chez Emirates Airlines | Driving Business Transformation Through Data and AI

Speaker 2
Panellist
Naima AL FALASI

Senior vice president

AI ENABLEMENT UNIT (Mubadala)

Dr Jassim Al Awadhi
Panellist
Dr. Dala Farouki Kakos

Advisor to the Secretary General for AI , Education and Human Development

PAST SPEAKERS

Komal Bader
Regional Talent Development Manager at Savills Middle East
Maria Semykoz
People Strategy Consultant for Al Futtaim Group
Nitin Bansal
ASenior Learning Partner, Emirates NBD
Akbar Khan
Head of Learning and Employee Experience, Al Tayer Motors
Dr Jassim Al Awadhi
Senior Director - Digital Transformation Principal, du
Carter Tian
Alibaba Cloud
Dr Hoda Alkhzaimi
Associate Vice Provost of Research Translation and Innovation, New York University Abu Dhabi
Co-Chair for Global Future Council for Cybersecurity, World Economic Forum
Dr Isha Farha Quraishy
Oracle
Dr Mazin
Alvarez & Marsal
Gowri Shankar
Dubai AI Community
Kader Es Slami
Etisalat
Eric Moneyang
Microsoft
Nader Torki
Founder and CEO | AI Strategy Consultant | Sia AI Consultancy

HIGHLIGHTS FROM PREVIOUS SESSIONS

Discover memorable snapshots from the Executive Roundtable, showcasing inspiring speakers, industry insights, and engaging conversations.

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Dr Jassim Al Awadhi
Mr Gowri Shankar Sivabala

Founder

Dubai AI Community

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FUTURE SESSIONS

Cyber Threats & Business Resilience


In a digital-first world, resilience is no longer optional.


From phishing to full-scale cyberattacks, today’s threats demand more than firewalls, they demand leadership.


Discover what it takes to protect your organisation from digital disruption and recover with confidence.

 Engineering Sustainability


Sustainability isn't just a checkbox; it’s a competitive advantage.


This session dives into how engineering innovation, environmental policy, and smart design are shaping future-ready businesses.


Learn how industry leaders are embedding sustainability into their long-term strategy.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Gain strategic insights on the forces reshaping business and leadership

Engage in peer-to-peer dialogue with industry leaders and decision-makers

Explore forward-thinking strategies for talent and transformation

Connect with Curtin Dubai’s executive and incubation ecosystem

Access to Curtin’s knowledge ecosystem and industry-academic network