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Women in the Boardroom Summit
Courage
Courage is the turning point of every leadership story.
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It’s the moment a woman decides to take a step forward — even when the path isn’t clear, even when the system isn’t built for her, even when her own inner voice whispers doubt.
Over the last year, through nearly 50 IWBD sessions — industry committees hosted by global companies, leadership talks, board-readiness workshops, and intimate community meetups — one message rose above all:
Women are ready.
What we need is courage in action.
Courage to challenge structures.
Courage to make bold moves.
Courage to claim our space in the boardroom.
Courage to grow differently and lead with purpose.
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This is why the theme of the IWBD Women in the Boardroom Annual Summit 2026 is COURAGE — because it’s the spark that turns learning into momentum and collective dialogue into tangible change in the Boardroom.
Overview
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March 11, 2026 - Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
By Invitation Only - Complimentary for Corporate Supporters and Committee Members
What?
IWBD Women in the Boardroom Summit is more than a gathering—it’s a curated experience tailored for bringing success cases, inspirational stories to ignite women more to dare, lead and grow.
The IWBD Annual Summit is a flagship gathering of 150 C-suite and senior leaders shaping the future of business and leadership.
It’s not another conference — it’s a space for real conversations that lead to real change.
Purpose
To encourage purpose-driven women leaders on their potential to ignite change, make a new move and accelerate their leadership board journeys.
Agenda
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09:00–09:30 | Registration
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09:30–9:40 | Welcome
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09:40–10:00 | Fire side Chat – Courage to Challenge
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10:00–10:45 | Panel – Courage to Lead
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10:45–11:15 | Coffee Break
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11:15–12:00 | Panel – Courage to Change
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12:00–12:45 | Panel - Courage to Grow
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12:45–14:00 | Networking Lunch
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14:00–14:45 | Panel – Courage to Reinvent
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14:45–15:30 | Panel – Courage to Shine
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15:30 - 16:00 | Coffee Break
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16:00–16:30 | IWBD Awards Ceremony – Celebrating Courageous Leaders
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16:30 | Closing Remarks and Group Photo
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Complimentary for IWBD Members – By Invitation Only
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