Agenda

All proposed visits and activities are subject to confirmation and the availability of the companies and speakers. The itinerary will be confirmed once the group of participants has been finalised. We will keep you updated on any changes!

Day 0 - Sunday, May 25, 2025

Morning:

Arrival in Dubai and Transfer to Hotel
(Each attendee at their discretion. Recommended hotel arrival before 8:00 PM)

Day 1 - Monday, May 26, 2025

Morning: possible visits

Dubai: The Future of Business is Here
Business Dubai
Providing unrivalled access to the world's highest potential economies, Dubai has firmly established itself as a global leader in innovation and as a hyper-connected, pro-business hub between the East and the West. The emirate's ultimate goal is to make Dubai the world's most preferred place to live, work and visit.

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Economic prospects in the UAE: Dubai's Business Sector and Sustainability
Sample Speaker: Yasmine du Pré de Saint Maur, ex-Deloitte & HSBC 
Discuss Venture Capital MENA, the Startup ecosystem, Fintech, Logistics, Tech and Blockchain solutions in UAE.

Afternoon: possible visits

Sustainable Nutrition: Danone Nutricia Middle East
Danone Nutricia Middle East
Danone Nutricia, part of the global FMCG leader Danone, is the first in the GCC region to achieve B Corp certification. Their focus is on sustainability in food production, ensuring health through food, decarbonizing their value chain, and reducing environmental impacts. Their Dubai operations prioritize responsible sourcing and energy-efficient production in line with global climate goals. Their modern office in Dubai is part of their regional effort toward sustainability and offers a glimpse into how a global company implements sustainability at every level.

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Sustainability at the Core of Climate-Tech
The Surpluss
The Surpluss is a Dubai-based climate-tech startup transforming supply chains into circular ecosystems by enabling resource sharing and sustainable business practices. As the first MENA climate-tech startup to earn B Corp certification, they focus on high environmental standards by reducing waste and promoting sustainable resource use. They underwent a rigorous year-long process to align with global B Corp standards.Visitors to The Surpluss can experience their innovation hub, which showcases their commitment to sustainability through eco-friendly design and efficient resource management.

Evening:

Group Welcome Dinner at Exclusive Restaurant

Day 2 - Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Morning:

Retail, Franchise, Fashion, Sports and Lifestyle, Brands, Marketing and Operations
El Hebri General Trading
El Hebri is a leading retail company based in Dubai that operates franchise concepts in North Africa & the UAE since 1986. The company has developed a notable network of retail stores representing a wide range of leading international brands in fashion & home furnishings such as; Jennyfer, Celio, Twinset Milano, Max, Splash, Home Box.

Afternoon:

Site Visit: General Motors Africa & Middle East Operations
General Motors Middle East
Sample Speaker: Gary West, Managing Director of Future Mobility at General Motors Middle East.
General Motors' vision is to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and they have committed themselves to leading the way toward this future. Today, they are in the midst of a transportation revolution, and they have the ambition, the talent and the technology to realize the safer, better and more sustainable world we want.

Day 3 - Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Morning:

Site Visit: Masdar City
Masdar City
Sample Speakers: Lutz Wilgen, Acting Head Design and Michelle Sabti, Outreach and Stakeholder Relations
Masdar City is a growing clean-technology hub that is pushing the boundaries   of urban design and renewable energy. To reduce its overall environmental footprint, It's urban planning emphasizes high-density, pedestrian-friendly mixed-use development, low-rise construction and easy access to public transportation. Masdar City is a sustainable urban community in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It was built by Masdar, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company, with the majority of seed capital provided by the Government of Abu Dhabi.

Afternoon:

Alumni Meetup - 18h
Get together with other Alumni living in Dubai to share an evening connection and networking.

Day 4 - Thursday, May 29, 2025

Morning:

Emirates tour
Visit the training College, Emirates catering and Headquarters
To be confirmed

Afternoon:

Museum of the Future
The Museum of the Future in Dubai is a marvel of modern architecture and a beacon for futuristic innovation and design. Officially opened in 2022, the museum stands out with its iconic torus shape, adorned with Arabic calligraphy on its stainless steel façade, which reflects Dubai's commitment to a future driven by creativity and innovation.

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The Dubai Fountain - Optional cultural activity (Cost covered by each individual)
Set sail on a traditional Abra ride on the Burj Lake and enjoy a breathtaking show of sights and sounds. The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride gives you front row seats to the world's largest performing fountain.

Day 5 - Friday, May 30, 2025

Morning:

Planning of Public Spaces & Smart Infrastructure
Etisalat
Etisalat is the largest telecommunication corporation in the GCC. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi UAE, Etisalat serves 11.6 million customers and over 300,000 small, medium and large enterprises and government customers in the UAE.

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Cybersecurity and Privacy Awareness
Wattlecorp Cybersecurity Labs
Sample Speaker: Zuhair E, Co-Founder and CEO
Wattlecorp Cybersecurity Labs are a group of IT security specialists, ethical hackers, and researchers driven to identify security flaws before cyber threat actors does. They assist you in protecting your company from hackers whether you require a rapid security check, an in-depth security assessment, or ongoing cybersecurity support.