An exclusive Gala Dinner and Networking Event is an ongoing endeavor by the Arab Business Club for their members and distinguished guests. The inaugural event of this Gala Dinner series was held at the Al Bader Ballroom of the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai last Wednesday.
Mr. Hamdan Mohamed, President and Chairman of the Board of the Arab Business Club, opened the evening with a speech to welcome all the attendees. During which he said "The Arab Business Club offers investment opportunities for foreign business professionals in the Arab World. To enhance this chance, and we further help create an opportunity for leaders from the Arab world to meet, discuss and engage in Business." he also spoke about the many other exciting projects and events that will be spearheaded by the Arab Business Club in the immediate future.
Many Business Heads from all across the globe actively participated in the Networking. Some delegates led by Her Highness Shiekha Dr. Hind Abdul Aziz Al Qasimi came from the Emirates Business Women Council. Dr. Khater Massad, CEO of the Ras Al Khaima Investment Authority (RAKIA) then discussed how Free Zones in the Arab world support the investment and economy in the region. Mr. Karim Smaira, Vice President-Intercontinental of Merck Serono spoke about the different opportunities the multinational companies in the GCC have, under the view of Government related businesses. Mr. Ahmed Al Arbeed, CEO of Dana Gas, shared views on the approach of GCC companies looking to expand internationally. Mr. Walid Chaar, CEO of SGS LLC, gave his points of view pertaining to international companies that operate in the GCC.
The event was well attended by business professionals from diverse industries. Present during the event were top management, members of the Media and Press, Business Council members and distinguished members of various Embassies.
Arab Business Club events aim to provide an avenue for like-mined people to meet, interact and develop business relationships with other business leaders in the Arab world, was achieved. The Arab Business Club has designed each Gala Dinner and Networking Event to be an evening of interaction and networking amongst some of the most prestigious delegates of the United Arab Emirates. Improving upon their initial goals, the Arab Business Club invites distinguished speakers to discuss relevant issues that impact the Arab World today.
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About The Arab Business Club:
Founded in 2008 by Mr. Hamdan Mohamed, the Arab Business Club is where the Arab Worldʼs elite come to meet. It is a platform for the top management of global enterprises and the Arab business community to forge business relationships; and its aim is to contribute to the improvement of cross-cultural understanding, integration and communication in the business world.
Breaking through barriers of nationality and encouraging cross-cultural exchange, the Club is growing strong in numbers, now with thousands of members worldwide. Arab Business Club members are decision makers, top management professionals and key players who are highly educated and possess a wealth of experience in their respective industries. The Clubʼs carefully selected network of members come from many sectors which include finance, real estate, aviation, media, oil and gas, construction, design, manufacturing, trade and export, and agriculture among many others.
Among the many projects spearheaded by the Arab Business Club are International Summits. These summits are geared to provide top professionals the chance to meet and discuss opportunities in the Arab World. The Arab Business Club also plays a major role in Government Relations for their Business Partners; giving them the opportunities to invest within the region. The Club organizes International Delegations for and by investors from foreign countries. With a specialty in Business Matchmaking, the Arab Business Club offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to meet prospective investors. The Arab Business Club is actively involved in Global Business and Finance Forums all over the world as Strategic Partners. Arab Business Club members enjoy exclusive benefits in the form these bespoke events where they can meet other business leaders and gain access to the elite business circles in the Arab world.
For more information please contact:
Media Communications and Public Relations
Arab Business Club
Tel: +9714 358 3000
Fax: +9714 358 3003
media@arabbusinessclub.org
www.arabbusinessclub.org
© Press Release 2011
