The Qatari Businesswomen Association (QBWA) and Deloitte have announced the renewal of their partnership agreement for 2025, reinforcing their shared commitment to empowering women in business and fostering collaboration for impactful progress.The renewal marks the continuation of a highly successful partnership in 2024, during which both entities spearheaded initiatives that promoted knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation among women leaders.Through a series of successful events, workshops, and networking functions, QBWA and Deloitte Middle East worked together to deliver key success stories and achieve significant milestones in advancing women’s leadership and entrepreneurship across Qatar.Aisha Alfardan, vice chairwoman of QBWA, stated: "We are pleased to renew this impactful collaboration with Deloitte Middle East during this important year as we celebrate QBWA’s 25th anniversary. A key milestone that not only highlights QBWA’s accomplishments over the years but also reflects Qatar’s steadfast commitment to advancing women’s leadership and entrepreneurship.”Muhammad Bahemia, Deloitte Middle East, Qatar managing partner, added: "Renewing our partnership with The Qatari Businesswomen Association is a testament to our commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable business environment in Qatar. This partnership showcases our shared vision to increase female representation in leadership roles and support women in their professional journeys."Our collaboration with the Qatari Businesswomen Association has been highly productive, and its success is a result of our mutual commitment to creating a supportive network for women, advocating for inclusive policies, and contributing to a more diverse and dynamic business landscape in Qatar.”The renewed agreement outlines a dynamic collaboration and underscores both organisations’ unwavering dedication to creating opportunities for women to succeed in all aspects of business and leadership.Key highlights for 2025 include co-hosting events: Deloitte Middle East professionals will continue to offer their expertise and guidance to QBWA members and guests through events, providing valuable insights on business strategies, financial planning, and other mutually agreed-upon topics;Joint initiatives: focused programmes will be organised on critical areas, such as leadership, technology, and market access, equipping women entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive in today’s evolving business landscape; andNetworking opportunities: The partnership will facilitate networking events, forums, and conferences, connecting women entrepreneurs with industry experts and potential investors to build meaningful relationships and unlock new opportunities.As the partnership continues, QBWA and Deloitte Middle East are committed to expanding their efforts, introducing innovative programmes, and creating even more opportunities for women to excel in the business world. The partnership renewal represents a shared vision of fostering an inclusive, vibrant business ecosystem that empowers women to lead and succeed, QBWA stated.
March 03, 2025 | 02:34 PM