Under the Patronage of Sheikha Salama Bint Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan and in the presence of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Khalifa bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi is hosting the third edition of the annual Forbes Middle East Under 30 Summit for the first time, which kicked off today at Umm Al Emarat Park. This remarkable gathering unites global leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers for thought-provoking panels, impactful discussions, and collaborative innovation. Celebrating leadership, creativity, and vision, the summit highlights pioneering ideas and achievements driving the future.
The first day welcomed distinguished attendees, including H.E. Mohamed Bin Taliah, Chief of Government Services at the UAE Government; Ayman Mokhtar, Regional President for MENA and Eurasia at Viatris; Haleh Hamedifar, Chairperson of CinnaGen; Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education; Katralnada BinGhatti, CEO of Binghatti Holding; Menna elKiey, Lyricist, Writer, and Creative Director; Mirna Arif, General Manager of Microsoft; as well as actress Yasmina El-Abd.
“The UAE is not only a partner in success but also a platform that invests in young minds, providing a nurturing environment that unleashes ideas and encourages dreams to soar. Here, everything is possible, and every ambition can be transformed into an achievement,” said Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East. She emphasized Forbes Middle East’s commitment to supporting and empowering youth to realize their ambitions, highlighting that they are the driving force behind change and innovation. “The summit aims to provide a platform for collaboration and innovation, where young people can exchange ideas, share knowledge, and build a better future by celebrating their inspiring success stories,” she added.