Recognizing Women Leaders Who Move Industries Forward
H.E. Laila Rahhal El Atfani As Chief Guest
Founder & CEO Woman Business Circle
Guest of Honor
Chief Guests
DR. EESA MOHAMMED AI BASTAKI, PRESIDENT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DUBAI
YAQOOB AL ALI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AL ALI GROUP OF COMPANY
ENTREPRENEUR - CONSULTANT DR. SALEH JUMAA MOHAMMED AL- MARASHDEH “SHARJAH POLICE GENERAL HEADQUARTERS”
H.E. LAILA RAHHAL EL ATFANI, FOUNDER & CEO WOMAN BUSINESS CIRCLE
DR. BU ABDULLAH, CHAIRMAN, BU ABDULLAH GROUP
When
15th March, 2026
Where
Metropolitan Hotel, Dubai, UAE
Contact To Register
+971 56 188 0049
Global Women Leadership Awards – 2026 by Insights Excellence Awards celebrate women who don’t just lead, they influence outcomes, transform institutions, and redefine success. This recognition platform honors women leaders who raise the bar across industries with bold decisions, ethical leadership, and measurable impact.
This is an exclusive feature opportunity for women who build high-performing teams, launch future-ready ventures, drive inclusive transformation, and deliver business excellence with unmistakable authority.
Through this initiative, we bring their achievements into the global spotlight, where they belong, celebrated on an international stage at Metropolitan Hotel, Dubai, UAE, in the distinguished presence of our Chief Guests: H.E. Laila Rahhal El Atfani, Founder & CEO, Woman Business Circle, and Dr. Bu Abdullah, Chairman, Bu Abdullah Group.
Because when women lead with vision, entire ecosystems progress.
Jury Members
Carolyn M Rubin
Nicole Gegenheimer
Shariza Umira Puteri Binti Kamarozzaman
Parveen Smith
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Why These Awards Matter
Progress doesn’t happen by chance. It happens when leaders take ownership, create a strategy, challenge norms, and inspire people to perform beyond expectations.
Women across the world do exactly that, every day.
Yet leadership stories often go unheard, and accomplishments often go under-recognized. The Global Women Leadership Awards – 2026 change that narrative. We don’t simply applaud success. We document it, validate it, and elevate it through a credible, global recognition platform.
Who We Recognize
We invite nominations and applications for women who lead from the front—across disciplines, industries, and geographies.
This platform recognizes:
- Women founders and entrepreneurs scaling disruptive ventures
- C-suite and senior executives driving transformation and growth
- Women in technology leadership shaping AI, cybersecurity, and the digital future
- Women in finance and governance advancing trust, strategy, and performance
- Women in healthcare and education advancing systems and human outcomes
- Women in sustainability and ESG leadership building responsible progress
- Emerging women leaders delivering standout early-career impact
If leadership reflects your work, and excellence defines your outcomes, this platform is built for you.
The Agenda of the Event
11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Registration & Welcome:
Guest arrival & registration, Delegate pass collection, Welcome tea, coffee & light refreshments
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Red Carpet & Media Session:
Individual & group photographs, Professional portrait shoot, Red carpet walk, Media video bytes & interviews
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Networking & Interaction:
Engage with industry leaders, Informal networking session, In-house media coverage
12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Celebrity Appearance:
Grand arrival of Guest of Honour – Mr. Tushar Kapoor, Meet & greet, Stage interaction & presence
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Award Felicitation Ceremony:
On-stage recognition of awardees, Trophy presentation, Certificate handover, Official photography
03:00 PM Onwards
5-Star Networking Lunch:
Lavish multi-cuisine buffet, Continued networking & interactions
Award Categories
We design categories to reflect leadership in its most meaningful forms—vision, innovation, impact, resilience, and influence.
Women Leader of the Year
Women Entrepreneur / Founder of the Year
Women Excellence in Business Transformation
Women in Technology Leadership Award
Emerging Women Leaders Award
Women in HR & Culture Transformation
Women Excellence in Finance & Governance
Women Excellence in Sustainability & ESG
Women in Healthcare Excellence and Leadership
Outstanding Mentor & Community Builder
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Nominate. Celebrate. Amplify.
If you lead with excellence, or if you know a woman leader who deserves global recognition, this is the moment.
Nominate today and become part of a platform that turns leadership achievements into a legacy.
Submit Your Nomination Today!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Global Women Leadership Awards - 2026 is a global recognition initiative by Insights Excellence Awards. It honors women leaders who create measurable impact, drive transformation, and set benchmarks of excellence across industries.
We prioritize impact-led leadership. We evaluate nominations based on strategic achievements, measurable outcomes, innovation, influence on teams and culture, resilience, and contribution to industry progress. We value leadership performance over job titles.
Yes. Many winners receive editorial coverage through features, interviews, cover opportunities, and press announcements, depending on the edition structure and recognition package.
Yes. Applicants can select a preferred category during nomination. Our team may also recommend a more suitable category based on the nominee’s leadership journey and impact.
Yes. We welcome partnerships from organizations and brands. Partners can collaborate through sponsorships, category associations, media partnerships, event partnerships, and visibility initiatives aligned with women leadership and business excellence.
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