BeingShe & Gulf News
Biannual Edition

Vol. 02 / No. 01

She
Means
Business.

A definitive platform featuring the visionaries, disruptors, and architects of the modern Gulf economy — published every March and October.

Editorial portrait of a confident businesswoman
“Success is not just about wealth, it is about institutional legacy.”
The Leadership Forum
95,268+ Print copies in circulation
11M+ Monthly digital users on Gulf News
02 Editions per year — March & October

Visibility creates opportunity.

BeingShe bridges the gap between talent and recognition, transforming participation into presence — and presence into progress.

01

Visibility

Intentional brand showcases that put women entrepreneurs in front of the right audiences.

02

Credibility

Structured storytelling and thought-leadership exposure that strengthens personal and business positioning.

03

Community Growth

A reciprocal ecosystem where women actively support, collaborate with, and amplify one another.

Women leaders at an exclusive networking dinner

The Leadership Dinner — Dubai

The experience

Connections that convert.

From curated panel conversations to intimate dinners, every touchpoint is designed to spark real business relationships — not just handshakes.

  • 01 High-value networking with corporate leaders and investors
  • 02 Curated introductions aligned to your sector
  • 03 Ongoing amplification within the BeingShe community

Participation

More than a magazine feature.

Four ways to be seen

I

Gulf News Print Magazine Feature

Premium editorial coverage in the Gulf News Special A4 Magazine, distributed in print and digital formats.

II

Keynote & Panel Speaking

Take the stage as a thought leader and share your expertise with an audience of entrepreneurs and executives.

III

Exhibition Showcase

Present your brand, products, or services in a curated exhibition space designed for meaningful conversations.

IV

Networking Dinner

An exclusive dinner with entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and industry experts — built for high-value connections.

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Combine formats for maximum impact across the edition.

Two editions a year — International Women's Day & the autumn season

Launched Wednesday, March 11, 2026

March ’26

The inaugural edition spotlighted women leading the SME economy across education, legal, design, beauty, and creator sectors.

Now open October 2026

October ’26

The next edition is now open for participation. Secure your place in the UAE's most trusted women-focused visibility platform.

March 2026 Spotlight

Women shaping industries.

The last edition celebrated founders and leaders across education, design, beauty, legal, and creative sectors.

01
Aparna Verma Founder & CEO, Scholars International Group
02
Dr Mariam Shaikh Founder & CEO, MS Education Consultants
03
Sejal Nagjee Founder & Creative Director, Milestone Dubai
04
Layal Hamdeh UAE-based content creator
05
Poorvi Dureja Commercial Director – Exhibitions, Capital 360
06
Gunjan Gangwani Founder, Barkat Meal / KRMA Solutions
07
Feryal Ziyari Television host & Founder, Guzel Beauty Salon
08
Chloé Belloy Attorney & Founder, Money Date by Belloy Legal

The mission

“When women in business are seen, entire industries move.”

BeingShe × Gulf News

October 2026 — Now accepting

Ready to be seen?

Let's find the right participation option for your brand and walk you through the upcoming October 2026 edition.