The industry-defining Dubai Association Centre Conference is set to return for its fourth edition from 27th to 28th February 2024 under the theme 'Value amplified: Associations empowering change'.
Hosted under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the conference will once again provide a powerful platform for sector leaders and experts from around the world to come together and consolidate the pivotal role associations play in not only serving the needs and aspirations of their members but also as agents of positive change within their communities and wider societies.
The event will also aid Dubai's strategy to attract more businesses and foreign direct investments as part of the Dubai Economic Agenda – D33. One of the priorities of the D33 is to firmly place Dubai in the top three urban economies globally while doubling the size of its economy in a decade. It also envisages increasing private sector investment from AED790 billion in the past decade to AED1 trillion by 2033.
Organised by the Dubai Association Centre and taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre, the 2024 edition of the conference will explore innovative strategies, best practices, and collaborative approaches to creating tangible and lasting value for communities and societies.
Targeted at association executives and stakeholders who play a crucial role in leadership and management, including government officials and strategic partners, the conference aims to contribute to the region's immediate civic, economic and social development.
Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, said,
"As Dubai's own economy continues to evolve to meet the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda – D33 – the city will provide an ideal setting to explore the theme around empowering change, and we look forward to once again welcoming global leaders and experts, as well as stakeholders from across the region, to embrace a collaborative spirit."
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, commented,
"The Dubai Association Centre Conference creates a valuable platform for dialogue and knowledge sharing for associations interested in exploring opportunities for expansion across the Middle East. These organisations play a vital role in promoting innovation and driving the development of knowledge-based economies worldwide."
Among the topics explored at the conference will be the implication of artificial intelligence for association executives, strategies for attracting and retaining members, dealing with disruptions, and legacy and community-building.
Building on previous editions, the programme will also strongly focus on interactive sessions and open dialogue, ensuring high levels of participation by all delegates. Details of the speaker line-up are set to be announced over the coming months.
The Dubai Association Conference is the flagship event of the Dubai Association Centre (DAC), which was established in 2014 as a joint initiative of Dubai Chambers, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to support and licence regional and international associations in setting up an office or chapter in Dubai.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
