Wamda has just released the ‘Consensus’ book; a report that captures the highlights of the Celebration of Entrepreneurship 2010- two days that changed the region’s entrepreneurial universe. ‘Consensus’ reviews the inspiring sessions, relevant data connecting the region, and the empowering outcomes of the conference for entrepreneurs. This is not only a trip down memory lane,… [Read more…]
My last post discussed the revival of scientific research in the Middle East, and the role of universities in fostering regional collaboration, increasing knowledge production and acting as a hub for innovation and technological know-how. Middle Eastern scholarly research has now risen to 4% of global output, and half of global citation impact. However, research… [Read more…]
Download Program 10th International Entrepreneurship Forum, Bahrain © Tamkeen Welcome to a celebration of a decade of innovation! 2010 is the tenth anniversary of the International Entrepreneurship Forum (IEF). The 10th conference on the theme of Entrepreneurship and Society:“Creating Social, Economic, Cultural and Personal Value’” will be held in Bahrain from 9-11 January 2011. This… [Read more…]
Listen to Rosabeth Moss Kanter, a professor at Harvard Business School, explaining how retired leaders can use their skills for social entrepreneurship. ©The Economist Source: The Economist
“In the 21st Century, classification will be based on the basis of information: societies with knowledge, and others without. Our region’s success depends on creating an environment conducive to acquiring knowledge, and on providing tomorrow’s leaders with motivation to build a better future” H.H Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum The National US-Arab Chamber… [Read more…]
Download The Arab World Competitiveness Review 2010
March 18, 2011
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