FGB sheds light on successful women in the Arab World at Global Women’s Forum Dubai

FGB, one of the leading banks in the UAE, continued to highlight remarkable stories and achievements of seven young Arab women at its ‘Rising Talents’ hub at Global Women’s Forum Dubai.

During the ‘Talent of Women, Spirit of Change’ session held at the hub today, Hana Al Rostamani, Head of Consumer Banking, spoke about the UAE’s role in supporting women in education, the workforce and in government positions, in addition to promoting gender balance in the UAE.

“FGB is deeply committed to enhancing female participation in the UAE workforce and supporting the rise of women to leadership positions in the financial sector. 38.2 % of our workforce in FGB and its subsidiaries are women, and they also make up 14.3% of our leadership positions,” Al Rostamani said.

“Women empowerment is something very close to our hearts at FGB, and we’re delighted to be supporting this important initiative, which is happening for the first time in the MENA region. This year, we are celebrating talented women, who are rising to become influential figures across a variety of fields. We are pleased to be recognising these inspirational figures in the ‘Rising Talents’ Hub, and are excited to hear their stories of courage, sacrifice and ultimately, perseverance,” she added.

The Rising Talents hub spotlights seven women of under 40 years of age, across all business sectors, who have demonstrated remarkable skills and courage in their professional and personal lives, acting as catalysts for change within their companies and communities. These women will also become members of the international Women’s Forum Rising Talents Network, which currently features over 160 women, representing some 50 countries.