Al-Futtaim's Women ERG Hosts Townhall on Courage Curiosity and the Future of Work and AI

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Earlier this week I joined Al-Futtaim Talks – Women of Al-Futtaim townhall for a powerful conversation on growth, leadership, and shaping the future together.This moment felt deeply personal. I often think of my mother; one of the very few women judges in Morocco in the 70s; who was my first inspiration. She showed me what courage and conviction look like. Every day, I strive to follow her path and be that same role model for my daughters because women empowerment starts at home before boardrooms.During the fireside chat, I shared my journey and a simple framework I carry with me, the 5C’s: Curiosity, Credibility, Clarity, Commitment, and Courage. Because growth begins the moment you choose courage over comfort and step forward and learn along the way.On AI, my belief is simple: it’s the most powerful amplifier of human potential. Those who stay curious, learn fast, and apply it with intent will lead the next wave of transformation. The panel discussion that followed reinforced the importance of allyship, mentorship, and sponsorship as true career accelerators and that adaptability and continuous learning are no longer optional in the AI era.What stood out most is how intentionally Al-Futtaim is continuously investing in future-ready skills and AI-driven transformation.To the next generation of women leaders: don’t let life happen to you, make it happen for you. And when you get there, ensure it happens through you.Seema Hirani Kapadia Benjamin Schroeder Kathleen Burbridge Selin Özışık Nina Kromann Lisa Knight Omar HaddadRoula Chehab Zain AL-Jawhari Omar BalbaaLeadership WomenInLeadership Allyship AI FutureOfWork Inclusion GrowthMindset

Communities

• Women

Formats

• Fireside Chat & AMA
• Panels
• Speaker Presentation

Goals

• Grow