The Global Chamber® New York City hosted two highly engaging events on Monday, November 10th. These each provided global business leaders, innovators, and changemakers with actionable connections and insights for expanding internationally and leading with purpose.
The first session, Opportunities in the UAE, explored trade, logistics, free zones, and emerging sectors driving growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing business hubs. Thank you to leaders at the UAE Consulate General for the collaboration.
This was a hybrid meeting and globinar, with members of the Global Chamber® New York City Advisory Board present at the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates, New York City.
That was followed by a globinar with attendees in-person and then live on zoom. These programs were set up by another event led by Ayman Alawadhi who spoke earlier at Global Chamber Vancouver, Global Chamber New York City and Global Chamber Boston.
The second session, Awakening the Global Giant in NYC, focused on leadership, influence, and intentionally shaping your impact as a leader in today’s globally connected environment.
Watch the recordings:
* Opportunities in the UAE – YouTube
* Awakening the Global Giant in NYC – YouTube
Event Highlights
Opportunities in the UAE brought together executives from Dubai CommerCity and Dubai Airport Free Zone, who shared practical guidance on trade and investment, free zones, and connecting with emerging sectors, facilitated by Susan Assadi, Executive Director, Global Chamber® NYC.
Speakers included:
⭐ Abdulrahman Shahin – SVP, Property Management & Supply Chain, Dubai CommerCity
⭐ Abdur Rahim Ghulam Nabi – Chief Advisor to Director General / CEO, Dubai Airport Free Zone
⭐ Mohammad Khalid Al Shirawi – Sr Executive, Mktg & Business Growth, Dubai Airport Freezone
The Awakening the Global Giant in NYC Globinar featured leadership coach Stacee Mandeville, who guided participants in exploring their “leadership shadow” — the visible and invisible impact of a leader’s behavior on teams and communities.
Special remarks were delivered by Susan Gitenstein Assadi, highlighting the importance of leading with purpose and building influence across networks.
Key Takeaways
Opportunities in the UAE:
- Free zones simplify international expansion. Dubai CommerCity and Dubai Airport Free Zone provide cost-effective, highly connected environments for global businesses.
- Strategic engagement with local executives accelerates growth. Participants learned how virtual collaborations and partnerships can open doors for trade, investment, and market entry.
- Emerging sectors offer untapped potential. Logistics, technology, and innovation sectors in Dubai present opportunities for US and global companies.
Awakening the Global Giant in NYC:
- Your leadership shadow shapes outcomes. Every leader’s conscious and unconscious behavior creates lasting impact.
- Intentional leadership drives positive influence. Practical tools were shared to refine leadership impact and inspire teams and communities.
- Global connections enhance leadership reach. Engaging with diverse networks multiplies opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
Reflections on the Globinars
The sessions highlighted the importance of strategic insight, international collaboration, and intentional leadership in today’s global economy. Participants left with practical guidance to navigate international markets, connect with global business leaders, and expand both organizational and personal influence.
Global Chamber® continues to provide a trusted platform for CEOs, executives, and investors to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive sustainable international growth.
About the Speakers
Abdulrahman Shahin
SVP, Property Management & Supply Chain, Dubai CommerCity
Abdulrahman leads strategic initiatives in property and supply chain management, driving growth opportunities in Dubai’s newest free zone.
Abdur Rahim Ghulam Nabi
Chief Advisor to the Director General / CEO, Dubai Airport Free Zone
Abdur Rahim provides guidance on market entry, trade facilitation, and partnership strategies for global companies expanding into the UAE.
Mohammad Khalid Al Shirawi
Senior Executive, Marketing & Business Growth, Dubai Airport Freezone
Mohammad Khalid develops programs to support business growth, events, and international collaboration for companies operating in Dubai.
Stacee Mandeville
Founder, The Mandeville Method
A globally recognized coach and soft-skills trainer, Stacee empowers leaders to refine their influence, transform culture, and drive performance.
Susan Gitenstein Assadi
Executive Director, Global Chamber® NYC
Susan facilitates connections across borders, helping members leverage global insights to grow sustainably.
About Global Chamber®
Global Chamber® is a diverse, innovative, and positive worldwide platform for CEOs, executives, investors, and industry leaders across 195 countries and 605+ regions. We connect businesses and leaders to opportunities that empower growth, sustainability, and global success.
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Learn more at www.globalchamber.org
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