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Empowering women at every stage of leadership, ambition and life

2026 Speakers

2026 Agenda

2026 Agenda
  • Time
    Session
  • 09:00 - 10:00
    Arrival & Networking & Explore Exhibition
  • 10:00 - 10:10
    THIS IS HER MOMENT: Welcome to She Leads

    There is no single definition of success. Women move through different chapters — building careers, becoming mothers, starting businesses, changing direction, returning to work, prioritising themselves and discovering what they want next.

    Speaker(s)
    Zeena Zalamea-TurnerShe Leads Host
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  • 10:10 - 10:25
    THE WOMAN BEHIND THE SUCCESS: The choices, setbacks, pivots & moments that shaped her

    An inspiring conversation with CEO of Medcare as she shares the less visible side of her journey – the choices, setbacks, pivots, juggles & moment that shaped who she is today. We know her success story. But do we know HER story?

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  • 10:25 - 10:45
    Stress-Free Skin Days: Steps You Should Follow For A Healthier Glow

    Between busy schedules, changing hormones, stress, lack of sleep and an ever-growing list of skincare advice, looking after your skin can feel like a full-time job. But does it really need to be?

    This practical, feel-good session cuts through the noise to explore what your skin actually needs — and what it doesn’t. From building a simple routine and understanding the essentials, to knowing which ingredients are worth your time and when to seek professional advice, discover how to make skincare feel less overwhelming and more achievable.

    Because great skin doesn’t have to mean more products, more steps or more stress.

    Moderator(s):
    Zeena Zalamea-TurnerShe Leads Host
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  • 10:45 - 11:30
    THE WOMEN WE ARE: Different paths. Different Priorities. Different Definitions of Success

    What does a good life look like to you?

    It’s a simple question, but the answers are as individual as we are. In this candid panel, women with different experiences, priorities and perspectives come together to explore the choices that shape a life—from career and ambition to family, relationships, money, time, health and happiness.

    There is no single formula for success, no perfect balance and no one way to have it all. This is a conversation about the lives we choose, the trade-offs we make, and the freedom to define what a fulfilling life means to each of us.

    Moderator(s):
    Janine PlumModerator, Conversation Leader & Women's Career Reinvention Facilitator
    Speaker(s)
    Sakshee Pradhan-NadkarniCOO & Co-FounderThriveHQ
    Abbie KadomFounderHope-Amel UAE
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  • 11:30 - 11:50
    Kate Ferdinand: Becoming Who You Are

    A personal, honest conversation with Kate Ferdinand about identity, motherhood & blended families, relationships, career, confidence and finding yourself through different chapters of life.

    Moderator(s):
    Zeena Zalamea-TurnerShe Leads Host
    Speaker(s)
    Kate Ferdinand
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  • 11:50 - 12:30
    THE WOMAN WITHIN: Understanding hormones, health, energy and wellbeing through every stage of life

    Our bodies change throughout our lives, but we don’t always have the knowledge or language to understand what’s happening. This open, expert-led conversation explores women’s health through the lens of hormones, energy and wellbeing—from the reproductive years to perimenopause and menopause—helping women better understand, listen to and care for
    their bodies.

    Speaker(s)
    Donna HowarthFounder & CEOMiddle East Menopause Organisation
    Maddy ScottBusiness Psychologist, ICF Coach and Co-FounderTogether We
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  • 12:30 - 13:00
    Lunch, Connection & Explore
  • 13:00 - 13:15
    COME BACK TO YOU: A moment to slow down, breathe and reconnect

    Between the demands of work, life and everything in between, it’s easy to lose touch with yourself. This 15-minute guided reset is an invitation to pause, breathe and turn your attention inward. A simple, restorative moment to clear the mind, restore your energy and reconnect with what you need.

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  • 13:15 - 13:35
    HER MONEY, HER INDEPENDENCE, HER WAY: Financial independence isn’t just about money – it’s about freedom, choice and possibility

    Money is more than numbers—it’s freedom, choice, and the ability to shape your future. In this 20-minute motivational session, we will unpack why financial independence matters for women at every stage of their careers and lives.
    From building healthy money habits and understanding your finances to making confident decisions about earning, saving,
    investing, and planning for the future, this conversation will offer practical insights and a fresh mindset around money.

    Speaker(s)
    Paria GhorashiEntrepreneur, Founder & Startup Mentor
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  • 13:35 - 14:15
    BEYOND THE ROLES: Who Are You When You Stop Being Everything to Everyone?

    We spend so much of our lives adapting — to expectations, relationships, careers, motherhood, workplaces and the people around us. We learn how to be capable, agreeable, successful, resilient and “fine”. But what happens when the version of ourselves we present to the world starts to feel disconnected from who we really are?

    In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore the invisible pressures that shape how women see and express themselves — from perfectionism and people-pleasing to self-doubt, masking and the fear of judgement.

    A powerful invitation to look beyond the roles we play, reconnect with who we are underneath them, and consider what it might mean to live and lead with greater authenticity.

    Moderator(s):
    Zeena Zalamea-TurnerShe Leads Host
    Speaker(s)
    Jennifer BishoppFounderExplore The Neuroverse
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  • 14:15 - 15:00
    HER MONEY, HER INDEPENDENCE, HER WAY: Financial independence isn’t just about money – it’s about freedom, choice and possibility
  • 15:00 - 15:20
    THE POWER OF HER VOICE: Confidence, Courage, Boundaries and Owning Your Influence

    What does it take to truly own your voice? This high-energy conversation explores the confidence to speak up, set boundaries, ask for more and be seen, while navigating judgement, social media, comparison, people-pleasing and
    the pressure to fit expectations. A powerful reminder that finding your voice isn’t about becoming louder; it’s about becoming more fully yourself.

    Moderator(s):
    Noona NafousiFounder & Executive CoachNeo Noor
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  • 15:20 - 16:00
    HER NEXT CHAPTER: The Future is Hers to Write

    Every chapter gives us the chance to begin again, choose differently and imagine something more. This inspiring closing
    conversation brings together stories and perspectives on navigating change, taking chances and finding the courage to shape what comes next. Leave with something to think about—and perhaps a new idea of what your next chapter could look like.
    Four women, at different stages of their own journeys – from those actively pursuing their next chapter & next ambition, to those simply beginning to wonder what their next chapter might hold. Together they will explore identity, motherhood, confidence and the freedom to dream about what comes next, without the pressure to have it all figured out.

    Speaker(s)
    Shiba BabamiriFounder & CEOBaby Gifting Company
    Sidrah ZahidCo-Founder & CXOX District
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She Leads Summit is a dedicated platform celebrating and supporting women as they navigate leadership, career growth, entrepreneurship and personal wellbeing — alongside the realities of motherhood, family life and major life transitions.

As part of Baby & Kids Expo, She Leads Summit brings together women leaders, founders, professionals, creators and mothers to share honest experiences, practical guidance and inspiring perspectives. It is a space for meaningful conversations, real stories and shared learning.

Topics include:

Why She Leads

She Leads Summit exists to reflect the realities of modern womanhood — where ambition, leadership, wellbeing and family life intersect. It recognises that success is not linear, and that women face unique challenges at different stages of life.

This summit creates space for open dialogue, shared experience and actionable insight, delivered by women who understand the journey first-hand.

Who Should Attend

She Leads Summit is designed for:

Female founders and entrepreneurs

Working mothers & expectant mothers

Corporate professionals and leaders

Content creators and influencers

Women navigating career or life transitions

You do not need to be a business owner or a parent to attend —
She Leads Summit is inclusive of all women seeking growth, clarity and connection.

Massimiliano Spalazzi​

Group CEO of Mumzworld​

Massimiliano Spalazzi is the CEO of Mumzworld, the Middle East’s leading e-commerce platform for Mum, Baby, and Child. With over a decade of experience in building and scaling e-commerce platforms, he was part of the founding team of Jumia and later served as Executive Vice President of Marketplace, leading its growth across several African markets.

Now based in Dubai, Massimiliano is focused on driving Mumzworld’s next phase of expansion. Originally from Italy, he is a father of two and passionate about creating meaningful, tech-driven solutions that make parenting easier and more rewarding for families across the region.