Panel discussion on ‘Women in Tech’

TDT | Manama

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Standard Chartered Bank hosted a panel discussion on the occasion of the Bahraini Women’s Day, bringing together participants from all five cohorts of the “Women in Tech” program, an initiative dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs in Bahrain by supporting their business growth and adaptation to the evolving digital landscape.

The panel also featured prominent women entrepreneurs and industry leaders from diverse sectors.

The event, held at the bank’s headquarters in Manama, provided a platform for insightful dialogue and knowledge exchange, underscoring the bank’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting women in entrepreneurship.

Milestones

During the session, participants shared key milestones from their entrepreneurial journeys, emphasizing their use of digital solutions and modern technology to develop innovative products and services that address evolving market needs.

They also showcased aspects of their projects, explored strategies for growth and expansion, and discussed approaches to boost their presence in local and regional markets.

The discussion addressed challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, including liquidity constraints, marketing hurdles, intense competition, and access to financing.

Opportunities

Additionally, the participants explored opportunities presented by emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, and their potential to drive growth across diverse sectors.

The speakers warmly congratulated Bahraini women on the occasion of Bahraini Women’s Day, celebrated annually on December 1st, extending their best wishes for continued progress, leadership, and success.

They also highlighted the vital contributions of Bahraini women to the nation’s development, underscoring their remarkable achievements across various fields.

Startups

Ten women-led startups have been selected for the fifth cohort of the “Women in Tech” program, representing a wide range of industries.

These startups operate in sectors such as e-sports, B2B marketplaces, food technology, educational technology, human resources and employee wellness, event management platforms, restaurant management systems, health technology, and corporate rewards and loyalty programs.