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Business Events in Dubai The Dubai International Financial Centre 2 | BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | INTRODUCTION BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | INTRODUCTION | 3 Welcome At Dubai Business Events (DBE) – The Official Dubai’s knowledge base is expanding all There is nowhere quite like it; the warm Arabian Welcome to Dubai, Convention Bureau for Dubai and a division the time, thanks to increased investment in hospitality, superior service level, secure one of the world’s of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and universities and research centres paving the environment and spirit of excellence create an Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), our goal is to way for technological and scientific innovation. abundant atmosphere which we look forward to most dynamic cities help you discover everything this remarkable With the exchange of new ideas comes greater sharing with you in the near future from a city city has to offer and maximise the many scope for collaboration and we are well known where anything is possible. and a truly unique opportunities for success. for our partnerships with international leaders in sectors such as healthcare, education and destination to As the region’s undisputed centre for trade and IT. Perfectly located between East and West, do business. commerce, Dubai is the ideal hub to tap into fast Dubai is easily accessible and our airports Issam Kazim growing regional markets and take advantage of a welcome the world on a daily basis. On arrival, Chief Executive Officer “can do’’ attitude that the city is synonymous with. making the most of the city is easy with efficient Dubai Corporation for Tourism By hosting your business event in the Emirate transport services and over 670 hotels and hotel and Commerce Marketing you will have access to in-depth knowledge and apartments catering to every budget. unrivalled connections, plus the benefit of a world- class infrastructure to support your objectives and create a solid platform for the future. Downtown Dubai Contents 1 2 3 Welcome to Dubai A Knowledge Hub of Opportunity Meet in Style Page 09 Page 16 Page 25 What our clients say The Future of Travel A Stay to Remember Page 10 Page 19 Page 28 4 5 Outstanding Occasions About Dubai Business Events Page 33 Page 40 Beyond the Meeting Room Be Part of the Future Page 36 Page 43 01 Welcome to Dubai What our clients say 8 | BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WELCOME TO DUBAI BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WELCOME TO DUBAI | 9 Welcome to Dubai SET YOUR EVENT UP FOR SUCCESS There are many reasons why event planners Although the Silk Road is more metaphorical Coupled with breath-taking adventures across 3rd safest place 1st busiest airport choose Dubai for their business events. Safety, than physical in the present era, Dubai’s water, desert, and even snow, your delegates global accessibility and a modern infrastructure significance on the global stage has been can take home memories that will last a According to the World Economic Forum’s Dubai International Airport is the world’s busiest against a traditional backdrop, are some of the underlined with futuristic air and land lifetime. Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2015, airport for international passenger traffic with factors that have made this city of contrasts, the infrastructure developed to complement the UAE is ranked third globally (out of 141 140 airlines flying to 260 destinations across world’s fourth most visited destination. the nautical roots at the heart of the city’s Whether it’s an intimate, high-level meeting for countries) for safety and security six continents trading heritage. ten executives or a large international congress 1st in Middle East Dubai has a deep-rooted history at the global for thousands, the possibilities in Dubai 1.36 million sq ft crossroads of trade. For centuries, the young, The rapid pace of progress means there are endless, and with the support of Dubai Dubai’s ranking among cities in the Middle East provincial port served as a strategic maritime is always something new to see, do, and Business Events and Dubai’s experienced and The capacity of the newly extended Dubai World in the 2015 International Congress & Convention hub on the iconic Silk Road – a series of cultural learn each time you arrive. The variety of professional meeting industry, we can help Trade Centre (DWTC) Association (ICCA) World Rankings and economic trade routes between networking accommodation will suit every budget, you create a world-class event experience. civilisations stretching from Europe in the West impressing your delegates with exceptional 14.2 million to China in the East. leisure and business facilities. 2,516,939 people The number of overnight visitors to Dubai in The number of people living in Dubai 2015 with over 21% visiting for business The United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2021 Vision is to be among the best countries in the world and is an exhilarating prospect as th tourism, industry, trade, science, and knowledge strategies are brought to life. 7 position Dubai’s position among the world’s most influential cities according to Forbes magazine Dubai Marina 10 | BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY | 11 Why Dubai? CASE STUDIES & TESTIMONIALS YPO EDGE 2016 GLOBAL WOMEN’S FORUM DUBAI The site selection for our conference was an easy choice when we saw the skyline of this great city. Our theme of “Vision to Reality” fit perfectly Overview: Our objective for Global Women’s Forum Dubai was not to convey any single message, but to encourage discussion and exchange. Have we Overview: with the growth and planning that has enabled Dubai to be so vibrant. The staff and support from Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Business Events succeeded? Absolutely! Many of our discussions focused on issues of crucial importance to the future of women in the UAE and throughout the • Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) is • The first international Women's Forum meeting in were second to none. Many thanks for your hard work and dedication in supporting our conference - we could not have done it without you.” region. And we did a lot more than sit and talk. We drew up plans, developed strategies, created alliances; we made deals and we made friends. Global the world’s premier peer network of chief the MENA region was held at Madinat Jumeirah Women’s Forum Dubai was the first event of its kind - the first time the Women’s Forum for the Economy & Society came to this region. I’d like to thank executives and business leaders Conference Centre Diane Nelson, Chief Service Officer, YPO-WPO everyone who worked so hard with us to make this event such a success.” • The landmark annual event YPO EDGE 2016 • Building on the theme LET'S INNOVATE, Global was held at DWTC over two days in March Jacqueline Franjou, CEO, Women’s Forum for the Economy & Society Women's Forum Dubai was an unprecedented Thank you for all the good work and support you provided to enable such a great experience for our recent events. We have received excellent • YPO hosted more than 2,000 business leaders platform for developing workable strategies and feedback from our members and are glad we could help introduce them to Dubai.” from more than 100 countries lasting networks, and for inspiring women across all generations and geographies • It was the first time the event was held in the Scott Mordell, CEO, YPO-WPO MENA region • The Forum included high-profile speakers such as Queen Rania of Jordan, Chilean President • YPO Edge attracted several high-profile Michelle Bachelet, Mauritian President Ameenah speakers, including former Secretary-General Gurib-Fakim and Christine Lagarde, Head of the of the United Nations, Kofi Annan International Monetary Fund • Around 1,000 international delegates attended 12 | BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY BUSINESS EVENTS IN DUBAI | WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY | 13 CASE STUDIES & TESTIMONIALS INTERNATIONAL DRAGON AWARD 2015 4TH INTERNATIONAL OFF-GRID LIGHTING CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION 2015 The reason we chose Dubai is not only because it is one of the most attractive tourism destinations, but also because it has a state-of-the-art Overview: GOGLA, an industry association focusing on solar power solutions for households and businesses in developing countries, chose to organise its Overview: business and convention centre, which is equipped with the latest facilities. We were confident that Dubai’s accessibility by air, the number of well- biggest event ever in Dubai in 2015. While we initially wondered if our industry stakeholders would accept doing this outside one of our core markets, • Dubai was the first city outside Asia to host the • The conference is the premier event for the designed hotels and the highest quality service standards would make the 2015 IDA Annual Meeting a successful business event. We have to give our it turned out to be a big success. With Dubai being so easily accessible from Asia, Africa and Europe, participants found it easy to get to. They loved international Dragon Award rapidly growing off-grid solar lighting and sincerest appreciation to Dubai Business Events, who approached us in 2012 to bring IDA to Dubai and after visiting a couple of times we agreed that it the facilities and our members gave us great feedback on the event as a fantastic networking opportunity. Dubai Business Events was a big support in services industry was the perfect city to host our event. We appreciate their cooperation and support in making this event a success.” • IDA is an international Chinese life insurance helping to organise the event, helping us to connect with key players in the UAE government, providing valuable suggestions with regards to venues and and financial services industry event that partners and offering an attractive support package.