JEDDAH: The American Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia recently held a women in business committee reception in Jeddah.
The event brought together business leaders from the city to discuss supporting women in leadership. It aimed to address the need for equal opportunities, with input from diplomats, academics, and business officials.
Jamila El-Dajani, chairwoman of the committee at AmCham Saudi Arabia, highlighted the importance of the meeting as a platform for women to exchange ideas, gain inspiration, and build networks.
Fatimah Martin, a reporting officer at the US Consulate General of Jeddah, noted the significance of collaboration and support for initiatives such as the forum in strengthening diplomatic relationships.
Martin described the current era in the Kingdom as historic, with women playing a prominent role in the country’s social and economic transformation. She pointed out that women had become a market force and source of innovation, job creation, and economic growth.
Nora Al-Jindi, director of Dar Al-Hekma University’s marketing program, led a discussion on instilling confidence in women early in their careers and creating more female leaders.
And she engaged with the audience on ways to boost women’s confidence and develop leadership skills.
Zeina Alnouri, AmCham Saudi Arabia Jeddah chapter coordinator, highlighted the importance of the event in promoting dialogue and generating innovative ideas to enhance leadership opportunities for women in the Saudi workforce.
Mohammad Tafesh, vice president of the Jeddah chapter, noted the importance of mentorship programs that connected experienced female professionals with aspiring talent, promoting inclusivity, equal opportunities, and continuous learning.
