HBS Club of the GCC

Don't miss the premiere of IMPACT, a new podcast from HBS Club of the GCC. Host Marco Vögele sits down with Dr Saeeda Jaffar, GM of GCC Visa, for a conversation that dives deep into the heart of leadership, strategy, and the transformation of industries in the region. Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, a leading figure among Emirati women. She is the Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for the GCC region at Visa. As one of the top 50 powerful Emirati women, Dr Jaffar and her team are focusing on driving Visa’s business growth in the region with key clients and partners from financial institutions, partners, and government in support of Visa’s mission to help individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. With digitization high on the regional agenda, Dr Jaffar and her team are committed to making Visa a partner of choice, while unlocking growth opportunities for new and existing clients and partners across the GCC. 🎧 Subscribe to our channel now on: •Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g_pGgMiq •YouTube: https://shorturl.at/gCyJb More details coming soon! #hbs #hbsgcc #hbsclubgcc #podcast #businesspodcast #leadershippodcast #leadership #strategy #transformation #gccbusiness

Experience Leadership in Motion Tomaso Rodriguez, CEO of talabat, isn’t just leading—he’s living it. Get a rare glimpse into his journey as we kick off the first event of the HBS Club of the GCC’s inaugural 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 “𝐀 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐨.” We’re excited to welcome you on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒, for an event that promises to be a highlight of the season. Please note that all available spots have been filled, but you can still join the waiting list for a chance to attend. Watch the video and feel the passion behind every move. Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming event in October. Exciting announcements are on the horizon! #HBSGCC #Entrepreneurship #ADayInTheLife #LeadershipInAction #Talabat #Inspiration

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Every achievement carries a story, a journey of dedication and vision. Emirati women bring heart to our progress and inspire us every day. Today, we honor those who turn dreams into reality and lead with unwavering strength. #EmiratiWomensDay #HBSGCC #InspirationInAction

Ready to be inspired by the movers and shakers of the Middle East? Buckle up for The IMPACT podcast, hosted by Marco Vögele and brought to you by the HBS Club of the GCC. Each episode reflects the inspiring stories of the visionary leaders, who are transforming the region. Dive deep into their personal journeys, unlock career insights, and get a glimpse into the future they're building in the region. Our first guests are dropping soon, so stay tuned! Want to be part of the movement? We're looking for inspiring leaders! Share your personal story, so we can create a community of leaders. Let's make an impact together! 🎧 Subscribe to our channel now on: •Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g_pGgMiq •YouTube: https://shorturl.at/gCyJb #IMPACTPodcast #HBSGCC #InnovationJourney #ChangeMakers #TuneIn #BeInspired #SuccessUnveiled #HBSclubofGCC #togetherwegrow

Ready to be inspired by the movers and shakers of the Middle East? Buckle up for The IMPACT podcast, hosted by Marco Vögele and brought to you by the HBS Club of the GCC. Each episode reflects the inspiring stories of the visionary leaders, who are transforming the region. Dive deep into their personal journeys, unlock career insights, and get a glimpse into the future they're building in the region. Our first guests are dropping soon, so stay tuned! Want to be part of the movement? We're looking for inspiring leaders! Share your personal story, so we can create a community of leaders. Let's make an impact together! 🎧 Subscribe to our channel now on: •Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g_pGgMiq •YouTube: https://shorturl.at/gCyJb #IMPACTPodcast #HBSGCC #InnovationJourney #ChangeMakers #TuneIn #BeInspired #SuccessUnveiled #HBsclubofGCC #togetherwegrow

Exciting News! With the recent election of Mr. Sulaiman Al Harthy, proudly representing Oman, our board is now complete! The HBS Club of the GCC is thrilled to have a leadership team that spans across the entire GCC—bringing together brilliant minds from the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. This diverse and dynamic board is ready to steer the club toward new heights, fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence across the region. Together, we are stronger, more connected, and ready to make an even bigger impact! Welcome aboard, and let’s continue to shape the future together! Zaher Al Munajjed, Saleh Lootah, Abdulla M. Alashram, Bjorn Dudok Van Heel, Thaha Muhammed Abdul Kareem, Maryam Mohamed Al Qasser, Ahmed Khalifa AlQubaisi, Basma AL-Farsi, Khaled Alsaleh, Lara Sif Hrafnkelsdottir, Ravi Mahalingam, Robert Mikhael #HBSClubGCC #Leadership #GCC #MiddleEastLeadership #Innovation #Collaboration #FutureReady

🚀 Don’t Miss Out and Register Now for the HBS Club of the GCC Entrepreneurship Series! 🌟 Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at talabat HQ with Tomaso Rodriguez, CEO. This is your opportunity to gain unique insights into one of the region’s most transformative companies. 📅 Date: September 23, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Talabat HQ, City Walk, Dubai 🔗 Location Map: https://lnkd.in/gQTrJvTu 🌟 Event Champions: Bjørn Dudok van Heel and Bilal Ballout Seats are limited to 50, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event! Click the link to register now and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gU5xgZrN Chartered Members receive priority. Not a Chartered Member yet? Contact us to join and get exclusive access to future events! Ahmed Khalifa AlQubaisi, Abdulla M. Alashram, Basma AL-Farsi, Khaled Alsaleh, Lara Sif Hrafnkelsdottir, Dr. Maryam A., Ravi Mahalingam, Robert Mikhael, Saleh Lootah, Thaha Muhammed Abdul Kareem, Zaher Al Munajjed #hbsgcc #entrepreneurship #talabat #tomasorodriguez #businessinsights #networking #leadership #innovation #uae #dubai #businessevent #exclusiveevent #register #limitedseats

Save the Date for an Exclusive Evening with Professor Tarun Khanna! 🌟 We are delighted to invite you to an insightful discussion on "𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝," featuring Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor at Harvard Business School, Tarun Khanna. This event is a collaboration between Harvard Business School Executive Education and the HBS Club of the GCC. 📅 Date: September 19, 2024 📍Location: 𝐓𝐀𝐉 𝐃𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐢 𝐇𝐁𝐒 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦: 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝟏 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 📍Location Map: https://lnkd.in/gm7A8fc7 ⏰ Timing: 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝟔:𝟎𝟎 – 𝟔:𝟑𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝟔:𝟑𝟎 – 𝟕:𝟑𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝟕:𝟑𝟎 – 𝟖:𝟑𝟎 𝐏𝐌 Explore how global energy shifts are influencing business strategies and leadership. Seats are limited, so stay tuned for registration details and secure your spot for this exclusive opportunity to engage with transformative ideas and expand your network! 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲. In case you are not a Chartered Member yet and wish to support the Club with all its new initiatives while gaining priority for upcoming events, please contact 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞@𝐡𝐛𝐬𝐠𝐜𝐜.𝐨𝐫𝐠 so we can sign you up instantly! #energytransition #tarunkhanna #hbsexecutiveeducation #hbsclubgcc #businessstrategy #globalenergy #leadership #networkingevent #exclusiveevent #harvardbusinessschool

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