Summary

• This collaboration underscores QBWA’s commitment to advancing women in business and QIB’s dedication to supporting entrepreneurship and innovation in the local economy.
• QBWA Vice Chairman Aisha Alfardan and Bassel Gamal of QIB highlighted the importance of the collaboration in empowering women entrepreneurs and driving economic growth.

The agreement, signed by Aisha Alfardan, QBWA Vice Chairman, and Bassel Gamal, Group CEO of QIB, marks a significant milestone in QBWA’s efforts towards women empowerment and solidifies its role in driving economic growth. It also highlights QIB’s commitment to supporting women and diversifying the private sector.

Aisha Alfardan expressed gratitude to QIB for their support, emphasizing the collaboration’s importance in driving meaningful change. She stated, “At QBWA, we firmly believe that empowering women in business is not only important but is also considered a strategic investment in our collective future. By partnering with QIB, we are strengthening our ability to provide women entrepreneurs with the support and the resources they need to succeed and thrive in today’s competitive landscape.”

Bassel Gamal, GCEO of QIB, expressed pleasure in collaborating with QBWA, highlighting the benefits for female entrepreneurs. He stated, “We are pleased to announce our collaboration with QBWA for the upcoming year. This partnership will benefit female entrepreneurs and business owners by introducing all QBWA members to QIB’s complete set of financial products and services. Our goal is to support entrepreneurship and innovation while offering financial security to each individual. As a bank deeply rooted in Qatar, we consider it our responsibility to contribute to the nation’s growth and well-being. QBWA has proven itself as a driving force in economic development, aligning with the government’s vision. We are proud to collaborate with such a dynamic organization.”

About QBWA: Qatari Businesswomen Association (QBWA) is an independent non-profit entity working under the umbrella of Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) which has been established under the Amiri Decree No. 14 for 2002.

QBWA aims to empower women and promote their active participation in the economy, benefiting both women and society as a whole.

QBWA has played a vital role in driving economic growth in line with the government’s vision. The association has emerged as a leading model of best practices and active participation.

QBWA’s strategy is focused on expanding its impact locally, regionally, and globally, building partnerships with both Qatari and international organizations to advance its mission and achieve its goals.