Ryan Tabberner

How can regulators become enablers of sector development? This new report by my colleagues Jad El Mir, Mahmoud Makki and Haidar Haidar explains how modern ICT regulation can power a digital economy and move GCC countries closer to their bigger-picture economic ambitions. Download the report 👇 #ICTregulations

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Thank you Arabian Business and Tala Michel Issa for sharing my take on Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan’s initiative to appoint Chief AI Officers. Dubai is taking a proactive approach to integrating AI into its operations. This will not only improve the quality of life for citizens and residents but also position Dubai as a hub for AI governance. With the development in AI technologies moving into the 'fast lane', there is so much change that demands more than ever the need to have policies, frameworks and models for safe, practical, and ethical adoption. Having a dedicated focus on AI within government entities will ensure that Dubai is at the forefront of these advancements and look forward to this move enabling each entity to have autonomy to improve their respective digital service interface and collectively bring together the various entities’ perspectives to form an oversight committee of sorts  for AI governance and legislation and to create a model that other governments could follow or adopt. This mandate from the highest levels of government fosters an innovation ecosystem conducive to the growth of small and big businesses, and tech enterprises. It gives more confidence to me and I am sure for other entrepreneurs and investors to actively participate in Dubai’s tech scene. The collaboration between the private sector and government is exemplified by recent investments made by global technology leaders such as Microsoft in the UAE, which are in the form of capital and compute infrastructure. These investments not only enhance the country's technological infrastructure but also catalyze economic growth by attracting further investment and fostering innovation. We also look forward to opportunities for collaboration between the private sector, academia, and government. Such collaborations are essential for driving innovation, knowledge exchange, and ecosystem development. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dWg9A--U

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I was delighted that in our second webinar for IAPA International we were joined by Margaret Heffernan who shared with members some of the key insights and experience gained during her career as an entrepreneur, film maker, CEO and author. Always a privilege and always inspiring. Challenging all leaders to think about:- 1. How we hear from the vociferous minority and overcome organisational silence? 2. Understanding that complexity makes forecasting a difficult process, and a three year plan can only ever be a "sketch" not a "reality" 3. Scenario planning is a more effective approach, providing options not certainty. She concluded with a comment about her optimism for the future........Look to artists for inspiration...they are the "supreme sensemakers". Look out for the next book! In these complex and challenging days leaders need all the help they can get. We love working with Margaret because she has all the stories that make our purpose at Tensense.ai real and bring it all to life! Tensense operates as “a business performance warning system” providing leaders with a regular, predictive view of performance.   The aim is to empower leaders to reduce risk, make better decisions and improve performance by collecting mission critical data and define “what is the story here” and therefore “what to do next” (The science of Organisational Sensemaking ™) Margaret reinforces that leaders must continue to find ways of hearing from all the voices, develop a "warning system" and become more creative in the next 20 years than we have ever been in our lives.

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AI can empower healthcare leaders to overcome some of the sector’s most historically daunting challenges, and supercharge the healthcare ecosystem. Find out how in our latest report ‘A Healthcare Reboot for the GCC: https://pwc.to/3Skufmq PwC Middle East

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In this Deep Dive feature, we had the pleasure of speaking with Marwan Zeineddine, Managing Director of SAP UAE. Here, we discuss their innovative copilot GenAI product, Joule, its key benefits, and Marwan’s insights on the future of AI and cloud technology in the Emirates. Access full article below: #CXOVision #IntelligentBriefings #GenAI #Joule #SAP #UAE #CloudTechnology #GenAIProduct #AI #SAPUAE #GenAI #Innovation #TechLeadership

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🌟 Excited and honoured to announce that Sarah Howson and I will be speaking at the 6th EMEA Executive Assistant Summit in Dubai 6-7th November with some incredible keynote speakers! 🌍✨ This prestigious event brings together business support professionals from across the region to share insights, network, and learn. Delighted to be presenting with Sarah Howson two sessions at the Summit: ➡ The Strategic Shift Explained: Executive Assistant vs Chief of Staff, Is It The Next Step? This transparent session aims to guide high-performing Executive Assistants curious about the Chief of Staff role. Discover essential skills beyond traditional EA responsibilities with practical insights and real-world strategies from our open panel discussion. Learn more about the multifaceted Chief of Staff role, unlocking possible new dimensions for your professional career journey. Led by Sarah Howson and myself, this will be an enlightening discussion that will enable you to make an informed decision if you wish to navigate this transition and excel in this new direction, that is of course, if it is for you. 🔹 Understanding the Chief of Staff Role: Gain a clear understanding of the Chief of Staff's responsibilities and how they differ from those of an Executive Assistant. 🔹 Skill Enhancement: Learn the top 5 essential skills needed in your toolkit for the transition, including strategic thinking, leadership, and commercial awareness. 🔹 Practical Strategies: Receive actionable advice and real-world strategies to make a smooth and successful shift into the Chief of Staff role, including tips from experienced professionals. ➡ Elevating Your Executive Assistant Career: Pathways to Professional Growth Pulling on our expertise in recruiting senior C-Suite Executive Assistants, as we explore and share career growth opportunities and actionable strategies in this comprehensive session. With our deep understanding of a client’s needs and top EA requirements, you will gain valuable insights on navigating career paths, developing essential skills, and creating a personalized career growth plan. Elevate your EA career and achieve professional development with guidance from leading industry experts. 🔹 Saying Yes: Identify and understand the various career growth opportunities for Executive Assistants. 🔹 Actionable Advice: Receive practical advice and strategies that will inspire you to successfully advance in your career. 🔹 Setting Yourself Up for Success: Learn expert-level tips to ensure you are positioning yourself for long-term success and recognition in your EA career. Are you attending? Save 50% on your delegate ticket by using code WHITLOCK. Link in comments to register. We are really looking forward to sharing these invaluable sessions with you all. See you in Dubai! 🌟✈️ #EMEASummit #Dubai #ExecutiveAssistant #ChiefOfStaff #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerDevelopment #StrategicPANetwork #Networking #Conference #EACareer

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The more you teach, the more you learn As business leaders, we have a choice, to keep our expertise to ourselves so “we look good” among our peers or to share our knowledge and experiences that inspire greatness among others. Having just returned from delivering a five-day Executive Mini MBA in Dubai for one of the leading training providers in the UAE, The Leoron Institute https://lnkd.in/dAU7UH8S, I can honestly say there is nothing more rewarding than following the second option. Having never been to Dubai before, other than a stopover or two at the international airport, my first impressions were far beyond my expectations. Working from the excellent Marriot Hotel on the Palm, my time with Saudis, Emiratis, one Argentinian and one Aussie made me lift my game as never before. As if delivering five days of content wasn’t enough, the sensory overload of the View at the Palm, Dubai Marina, the Jumeirah beach, Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall added yet another dimension to my own experiences.   You cannot help but be impressed by the wisdom across the globe that yields such creativity and productivity when people come together from all different walks of life and cultures. Dubai was a desert a mere 36 years ago. Of course, it does not come without rightful criticism and concern for the well-being of fellow human beings in the pursuit of goals and outcomes. We should never ignore the impact of our intentions as leaders when it causes real hurt or distress, especially when it can be avoided. We should always demonstrate mindfulness and care to make amends should something we do be a misjudgment. Life affirmation of seeing growth in confidence and collaboration over such a short time was demonstrable as the group with whom I was working came together as one. Two actually, as we created two teams designing a new business from scratch. Watch out for a cloud kitchen and improved Stadia operations for the World Cup in 2034. The willingness of the staff at the Marriott, the organising team from The Leoron Institute and the executives attending the Executive Mini MBA to teach and nurture a better understanding of the world they have made for themselves served not only to enhance my own life experience and make me a better leader too but to break down barriers and create a global community that can only benefit us all. And now the more I have learnt, the more I can teach.

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“Dubai 🇦🇪 is run like a tech startup”, tweeted by @balajis (a serial entrepreneur) during his meeting with world’s first AI minister His Excellency Omar Al Olama and Bryan Johnson. If you run a company, learn from these principles as they drive mindset towards- Growth, Prosperity, Technological Advancement and obviously Success. 🔴 The union is the foundation :: Collaboration, togetherness, and unity in diversification. 🔴 No one is above the law :: Discrimination does exist in the dictionary. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Justice delayed is justice denied. 🔴 We are a business capital :: Politically neutral; business-friendly global hub that focuses on creating economic opportunities. 🔴 Three factors drive growth :: (a) credible, resilient, and excellent government (b) active, fair, and open private sector (c) generate profitability, resources, and future-proof avenues. 🔴 Our society has a unique personality :: Respectfulness, openness & tolerance. Away from discrimination and bias. 🔴 We believe in economic diversification :: Create productive new economic sector every three years, create jobs, contribute to GDP and prevailing productivity everywhere. 🔴 A land for talent :: Attract skilled and talented people; nurture the brightest minds to generate innovative ideas. Continually review and renew policies & procedures to ensure appeal to talented individuals. 🔴 We care about future generations :: Invest and create valuable assets for future generation. Focus today on ensuring the prosperity of our future generations. Comprehend these principles here - https://lnkd.in/dNPztxiz #Dubai #UAE #Startup #Entrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Technology

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