GLOBAL EXPERTS AND City Leaders To Explore Associations Impact at Dubai Association Conference

High profile speakers from Dubai and around the world are set to take to the stage at the second edition of the Dubai Association Conference, delving into the theme of ‘Driving Change: The Societal Impact of Associations’. Opening proceedings, His Excellency Helal Al Marri, Director General, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing & Dubai World Trade Centre, and His Excellency Hamad Buamim, President & CEO, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, will engage in a discussion exploring the role that associations play in global society and how to position the association sector as a key driver of positive change.

Taking place 9-10 December at Dubai World Trade Centre, the Dubai Association Conference will bring together association executives from around the world, government representatives, industry leaders, as well as university faculties and students. The conference will offer a blend of panel discussions, expert briefings, and interactive sessions, all centred around the core theme and four sub-themes: Community Well-Being, Knowledge and Research, Business and Opportunity, and Creativity and Innovation. The conference is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council.

Issam Kazim, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, said: “This year’s strong line-up of speakers at the Dubai Association Conference serves to underline the importance of the event as a setting for discussions around key topics that affect the sector globally. As executives around the world continue to map out the future for their associations, conferences such as this play an invaluable platform for exchanging ideas and driving change. This second edition of the Dubai Association Conference will also underline the city’s status as a leading business events and knowledge hub, and the ideal location in which to bring together stakeholders and delegates from around the world.”

Hassan Al Hashemi, Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “The second Dubai Association Conference will build on recent progress and foster constructive dialogue and collaboration on the issues of utmost importance to the global association community. As the leading business hub in the region, Dubai is an ideal destination to host this premier conference which provides an unprecedented opportunity to showcase the various advantages and resources that the emirate offers professional associations from around the world.”