Please note: This event is an offline, in-person gathering, and we will not be offering a virtual attendance option.
Event details
We’re excited to re-launch the Middle East Chapter with an exclusive in-person event in Dubai in conjunction with Visa Women Network focused on an often overlooked aspect of AI success: Data Preparation.
This event will feature accomplished experts discussing the underappreciated foundation to developing effective AI – high quality data preparation. Our expert panelists will share best practices, insights, challenges and innovations in data preparation and thoughtful strategies to excel in AI-driven environments.
Who is this event for?
This event is tailored for data professionals and enthusiasts keen on the intricacies of AI’s backbone – the data. As AI continues to revolutionise industries, the quality of data preparation not only enhances the efficiency but also determines the success of AI applications. Whether you’re an aspiring data enthusiast, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about career opportunities in these fields, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights and network with industry leaders.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded professionals, industry leaders, and our esteemed speakers. This event offers ample opportunities to network, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations.
Agenda
5:30pm – 6:00pm Registration and Welcome
6:00pm – 6:10pm Opening Remarks by SLD & Visa
6:10pm – 7:00pm Panel Discussion
7:00pm – 7:20pm Audience Q&A
7:20pm – 8:30pm Networking session
Speakers
Chada El Islam Benmahcene, CEO and Founder, ENTROGX Ventures company
Chada is the CEO and Founder of ENTROGX Ventures company. With over 13 years of women and youth activism & community engagement, 10 years of professional experience at energy Tech multinational companies, and over 7 years of experience with startups in incubators and accelerators, Chada works hard to empower and enable the communities around her by mentoring young entrepreneurs, women in STEM, and aspiring tech enthusiasts around the Arab world.
She has recently been named amongst the Top50 Most influential women in Dubai for 2023 by WomenPreneur, and also amongst 100 Arab Female Heroes in Volunteering by BBC, named as a Distinguished Alumni of the year 2019 in the Arab world by MEPI (Middle East-US Partnership Initiative), and also the most influential young personality in Algeria for 2020 by Supernova Magazine.
Margot de Rouvoy, Senior Data Consulting Director
Margot worked as a Data Consulting Senior Director at Artefact, a global data consultancy. She led the Data Marketing practice for the MENA region, delivering innovative solutions for various industries.
With over 8 years of experience, she helped clients leverage data and technology to enhance business performance, customer experience, and growth. Margot developed expertise in strategy and data, understanding the MENA market’s challenges in data and AI. She joined Artefact in France as a startup and later relocated to Dubai to establish the UAE office. Margot is now working on developing her own business in the data and AI field.
Passionate about data, technology, and creating positive societal change, she is also a mother of two boys, a frequent traveler, and an advocate for women empowerment.
Ami Cosgrove, Chief Data Officer, PwC Middle East
As the Chief Data Officer at PwC Middle East, Ami brings over 15 years of expertise in the region, specialising in transforming data through secure innovation and strategic governance. Currently, Ami’s mandate focuses on elevating data quality and leveraging advanced data governance frameworks to drive success.
With a deep understanding of the Middle Eastern market and a commitment to excellence, Ami is dedicated to pioneering data-driven strategies that ensure robust and secure AI implementations.
Yes! Participation is free, but slots are limited, so please register early!
As this is a closed door in-person event, we can only accommodate Dubai and UAE– based attendees
Just like our regular She Loves Data #MeetUp events, this is open to everyone irrespective of gender.
Definitely interactive! Your thoughts, feedback and questions are most welcome and will be entertained during the polling and Q&A at the end of the discussion.
If you can’t join the in-person meetup, let us know at least a day before, and we’ll be able to offer your spot to someone else on the waitlist. You can either cancel your order in Eventbrite or by emailing us on support_mena@shelovesdata.com.
