JEDDAH EVENT CELEBRATES FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS
The Women in Business Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia recently hosted a special event in Jeddah to honor the achievements of female entrepreneurs in the Kingdom.
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
Maha Al-Juffali, the founder of the Help Center, shared her inspiring entrepreneurial journey of supporting individuals with disabilities in Saudi Arabia. She emphasized the importance of creating a supportive ecosystem that nurtures women’s ambitions and provides access to mentorship, networks, and financial resources.
Al-Juffali also highlighted the role of technology in empowering women entrepreneurs, stating that the digital revolution has created new opportunities for launching and scaling businesses.
Panel Discussion on Women’s Empowerment
The event featured a panel discussion moderated by Nora Al-Jindi from Dar Al-Hekma University, with esteemed guests such as Marriam Mossalli and Dania Shinkar sharing insights on scaling strategies, networking, and attracting investors.
The panelists emphasized the resilience and innovation of female entrepreneurs in shaping Saudi Arabia’s business landscape.
Networking and Relationship-Building
Marriam Mossalli highlighted the importance of networking and relationships in the Saudi entrepreneurial scene, emphasizing the value of events like these in facilitating connections and collaborations.
She also commended the government for its efforts in supporting working women and breaking down taboos.
Paving the Way for Success
Zaina Alnouri, the AmCham Saudi Arabia Jeddah chapter coordinator, stressed the significance of women supporting each other in business to pave the way for future success.
She expressed pride in bringing together influential women from various fields and looked forward to hosting similar events in the future.
Overall, the event provided attendees with valuable insights into the challenges and successes of women in business through networking and knowledge-sharing activities.