This webinar will explore insights from the 2026 GCC Board Gender Index Report, ground-breaking research from Heriot-Watt University Dubai and Board Intelligence.
The research is the only research of its kind and offers an in-depth analysis of women's representation on publicly listed boards in the GCC.
This session will cover:
- Insights into this year's findings and how 2026 compares to previous years.
- What's driving progress in women's representation on publicly listed boards in the region.
- What this means for board effectiveness and the strong pipeline of female talent in the GCC.
Speakers include:
- Professor Dame Heather McGregor - Provost and Vice Principal of Heriot-Watt University Dubai DBE, FRSE
- Megan Pantelides - Director Research, Board Intelligence
About Board Intelligence:
Board Intelligence is a leading provider of board management software and advisory services, equipping governance teams with the tools and insights they need to focus on what really matters. With over 80,000 professionals using its platform, 20 years of research and experience, and offices in three locations worldwide, they work to decode the drivers of board performance, deliver question-driven insight, and foster conversations that address the most important challenges facing organisations today.