QFB to sponsor ‘2nd Entrepreneurship in Economic Development Forum’

27/02/2015 05:46 AST

Qatar First Bank (QFB) has announced its sponsorship to the “2nd Entrepreneurship in Economic Development Forum” to be held on March 2 and 3 at the Sheraton Doha Resort and Convention Hotel.

QFB acting CEO Ahmad Meshari said, “Our support to this forum falls under the Al Rowad initiative objectives, which aims to reinforce academic outcomes and equipping young generations with skills and know-how, paving the way to build a knowledge-based economy.”

He added, “Such a platform enables business leaders to share insights and transfer their knowledge to the youth inspiring innovation and encouraging entrepreneurship.”

The forum will feature a series of panel discussions, workshops, and case studies where industry leaders from Qatar and abroad will provide insights on the latest concepts and practices shaping entrepreneurship.

Topics will include developing entrepreneurial culture and skills in GCC countries, supporting entrepreneurs by creating a healthy eco-system, and fostering the spirit of entrepreneurship in the younger generation.

Addressing entrepreneurship among the youth in Qatar and other GCC countries, the forum will be hosted by the Qatar University’s College of Business and Economy under the theme “Fostering the New Generation of Entrepreneurs in Qatar and the Gulf.”

The forum, held under the patronage of HE the Minister of Economy and Commerce Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim al-Thani, is a collaboration between Interactive Business Network (IBN) and the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.

Gulf Times