DBWC launches Official Website

Press Release for immediate publication

Dubai, July 02, 2008:

Mrs. Raja Easa Al Gurg, President of Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), said that DBWC has chalked up many achievements that have enhanced its reputation, since its establishment in 2002 as a subsidiary of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

She made this observation during a speech at the press conference held yesterday at the Dubai Chamber, at the launch of the DBWC’s official website, in the presence of HE Eng Hamad Buamim, Director General, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and DBWC Board Members.

While expressing her appreciation for the efforts and support of HE Mr. Abdul Rahman Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and HE Eng Hamad Buamim, in promoting the Council to make it a strong support for businesswomen in Dubai, Mrs. Raja thanked DBWC members for their effective participation in Council events and activities.

The DBWC President praised the role of DBWC as a link between the private and government sectors, between businesswomen in the UAE and abroad, in addition to its role of introducing investment opportunities to its members.

Regarding the website, she considered it a valuable introduction to the Council that carried the name of Dubai, the main center of business and commerce in the Gulf. The website, www.dbwc.ae highlights DBWC services and facilities for businesswomen and includes beneficial information on the UAE, business establishments, investment opportunities in Dubai and DBWC objectives. Online registration is also possible.

On the occasion, HE Eng Hamad Buamim said: “Operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber, the Dubai Business Women Council has been playing a pioneering role since its establishment in 2002. It works side-by-side with Dubai Chamber to support women entrepreneurs with access to B2B tools and provides a useful database to enhance their competitiveness through a series of thoughtful and bold initiatives and policies and programs designed to support them at all stages of development in the public and private sectors. The prestigious launch of the Council’s official website, I am sure, will go a long way in encouraging and motivating more UAE-based women to take up business and also strengthen the membership of the Businesswomen Council.”

Information and Different Services:

The new website has different categories that contain various information and applications. The website is designed to promote easy extraction of information in its simplest form. It vitally reflects the different activities performed by the Council.
For example, the link “About Us” has a welcome note and a brief introduction to the Council and its objectives. In addition, there is a welcome speech by the President of the Council in addition to a letter by board members.
The link “Services” contains the category of business opportunities where the worldwide organizations, local and international businesses and others submit information about international and local business opportunities.
Trade enquiries tender information and proposals to benefit members through filling an application form. There is also the partnership section which welcomes business partnerships with others.
The Networking box offers various opportunities to network with top business and government decision makers and fellow professionals from the UAE and the region. This section helps the surfer to gain access to businesswomen who network together to relate their business experiences and discuss strategies for success.
The consultancy link provides consultation services to members. And in the “Event Management” link, the Council provides planning, organization, management and marketing services. Direct Marketing link gives access to a large directory of decision makers and professional businesswomen.
The media services link gives an idea on the media services provided by the Council to its members. The Council also provides web development services to those who request such services.
The main link “Members” is divided into 4 categories. “Why be a member” explains the importance of joining the Council. “Members listings” contains the list of the members and their businesses. “Membership Application” is where businesswomen can apply to the Council and “Members Area” is where members log onto their accounts.
The above section of the website also contains links to several topics like why choose Dubai for a business and also presents valuable information about the UAE, including the address of the Council. This section also presents press releases of the Council in case anyone wants to know more about the activities of the Council.
The Photo Gallery presents images from meetings and other activities. The visitor can also have a look at upcoming events by clicking on the events link. There is also a “Home” link.
The website is at present available only in English. Work is in progress to make it shortly available in Arabic also.