There’s a quiet power in what unfolds when women gather with a shared purpose — not to prove, perform, or empower, but to begin a deeper journey together.
While connection is the starting point, the Her Leadership Circle invites women to go beyond it: to share experiences and expertise, challenge one another, learn collectively, and reimagine what leadership can look like. It is a space designed to nourish and strengthen both their leadership and their careers.
That was the spirit of the inaugural Her Leadership Circle – Dubai, a thoughtfully curated evening where Business Frontier was proud to be the media partner.
Conceptualized and led by Dr. Pari Namazie, the evening brought together many enterprising women including the eight founding members of the Circle, offering a rare blend of depth and discovery. Through engaging ice-breakers and reflective conversations, participants were invited to move beyond professional titles and surface-level introductions. What emerged was a series of honest exchanges about what has shaped us, how we navigate our limitations, and where we can lean on one another for support.
As Barbara Baumgartner, one of the pioneer circle members, reflected, “This is what the Circle was always meant to be a safe space for women to learn from one another and move beyond their limitations.”
The discussion also explored the nuances of leadership: the silent resilience, the daily balancing acts, and the shared realizations that remind us we are not alone. “So often,” noted Nadine Nehme, another founding member, “we have that ‘aha’ moment, that sense of relief in knowing others understand the same challenges we face.”
Looking ahead, the Her Leadership Circle aims to expand its membership while maintaining its intimate, high-impact format. Each curated circle of four to eight women leaders will host up to six sessions a year, supported by an annual forum that brings all circles and the wider community together. Members will also benefit from member-led expert sessions across circles and a dedicated community enriched with shared resources and tools.
For details on joining the Circle, contact: info@nexepa.com
