FHS Saudi Arabia Champions Gender Diversity
As Saudi Arabia continues to advance under its ambitious Saudi Vision 2030, the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Riyadh, emerges as a pivotal event, highlighting the Kingdom's commitment to gender diversity and women's empowerment in the hospitality sector. This year, FHS places a strong focus on female leadership in the hospitality and tourism industries, a move that resonates deeply with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
A Step Towards Inclusion
The Bench, the organizer of FHS Saudi Arabia, has launched #FHSWomenPower, a campaign for this year's event, that offers complimentary attendance to female Saudi nationals holding leading positions in the country's hospitality sector, emphasizing the event's commitment to fostering female leadership. Leading figures like Marie-Louise Ek from Hilton, Shaikha Al Nowais from Rotana, and Marloes Knippenberg from Kerten Hospitality, among others, will share their organizations' efforts in championing gender diversity and women's empowerment.
These efforts align not only with Saudi Vision 2030's objectives but also with the broader aspirations for social and economic progress in the region.
Impact of FHS on Women Empowerment
Industry leaders agree that events like FHS plays a crucial role in driving diversity and women's empowerment. Eng. Orobah Filfilan of Saudi Icon highlights the importance of such events in exposing women to the diverse aspects of the industry and facilitating networking opportunities. Marie Louise EK from Hilton and Marloes Knippenberg echo these sentiments, underscoring the importance of these platforms for female leaders to share expertise, engage with peers, and inspire the next generation.
FHS: A Catalyst for Change
As FHS Saudi Arabia nears, it stands not just as a summit for hospitality but as a beacon of hope and progress for women in the industry. It represents a commitment to breaking barriers, fostering an inclusive environment, and encouraging women to step forward as leaders in hospitality. The event is more than a conference; it's a statement of intent, aligning with the visionary goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive future in the Kingdom's burgeoning hospitality sector.
