Global
Leadership & Speaking
The inaugural Founders Accelerator episode in Bahrain, hosted by the Society for Human Capital Management, marked the beginning of something significant. Through the collaboration of BrandBeat Global, Stalliongates, and Spectrum, we created a platform that goes beyond typical startup events. Alongside Dr. Salah AbdulRahman and Shafaat Hashmi, I addressed what Bahraini youth are genuinely confronting: how to build sustainable businesses when technology shifts faster than traditional education can keep pace. The session provided frameworks for identifying viable opportunities, understanding investor expectations, and building with discipline rather than just speed.
Appointed as official representative for the United States in the Grand Assembly of WBAF, an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI). Advancing financial inclusion initiatives and facilitating cross-border investment opportunities through strategic partnerships with government entities, innovation centers, and investment institutions across the American entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Panel Expert | WBAF Financial Inclusion Conference 2025, Istanbul
Distinguished panelist for “Leveraging Incubation, Acceleration, and Innovation Hubs: Unlocking Paths to Global Investment Opportunities,” sharing insights on innovation hub competitiveness and brand-driven investment readiness strategies.
LEAP continues to cement itself as the Middle East’s premier tech conference, and being part of this year’s investor conversations was incredible. The ‘Rise of Forgotten Markets’ panel tackled one of the most fascinating investment themes – how overlooked regions and sectors are creating unexpected opportunities for those willing to look beyond the obvious. What made this year special wasn’t just the main stage discussions. Between panel sessions, I had one-on-one meetings with 15 startups, each bringing unique perspectives on everything from fintech innovations to sustainable tech solutions. The diversity of ideas and the quality of founders was impressive – these conversations reminded me why events like LEAP matter. From intimate investor dinners to the massive exhibition halls, the energy was contagious. You could feel the shift happening in real-time as traditional investment patterns give way to more creative, cross-border thinking.
Mentor | D|CEO Emerging Women Leadership Network, Dallas, TX
Selected as strategic mentor for D|CEO’s inaugural leadership program, pairing 50 established women leaders with emerging women entrepreneurs. Providing mentorship focused on cross-border investment strategies, global market positioning, and building scalable enterprises that attract international capital through this pioneering initiative connecting experienced executives with next-generation business leaders.
LEAP 2024 in Riyadh was where scale met substance. Sharing the Investor Stage with a panel collectively managing over $120 billion in assets delivered the kind of investment discourse that cuts through the noise. The conversation with Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha revealed how seriously KSA is approaching women’s education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment initiatives – these weren’t platitudes, they were funded commitments. Between the main stage and three days of founder meetings, I evaluated dozens of startups that showed me the Middle East’s ecosystem is moving from potential to performance. My role as both speaker and judge gave me a front-row seat to watch transformation happen in real-time, and honestly? The ambition here isn’t just impressive – it’s infectious.
Featured Speaker | Disrupt HR Dubai Launch Event
Addressed HR leaders and C-suite executives from across the UAE on ethical AI implementation strategies for organizational transformation, focusing on team restructuring, mindset reset, and achieving 10x efficiency while retaining top talent during digital transformation initiatives.
Recognized among Dubai’s leading women entrepreneurs for outstanding contributions to cross-border business development and mentoring emerging leaders in the regional startup ecosystem.
Strategic advisor providing expertise in cross-border investment strategies and business development initiatives. Contributing to organizational growth and strategic positioning in international markets. (zadasi.com)
Out & About
Some more events and happenings over the years.
Drawing from decades of experience across 14 international locations and multiple ventures, Amna delivers powerful insights that inspire action and drive transformation. Her presentations combine strategic frameworks with real-world experiences, delivering actionable takeaways that inspire immediate implementation.