This workshop will unpack the nuances of building creative teams and how MSMEs can empower creativity within their governance. The themes that we will tackle are around preserving vision, empowering the creative process, and cultural fluency...

This workshop is part of an initiative that seeks to understand the unique context of community-driven SMEs in creative and cultural industries (CCI) and the nuances of their long-term business journeys. CCI SMEs are purpose-led...

Pearl Initiative is bringing together a number of MSME founders to participate in a focused discussion about “The Realities of MSMEs’ Corporate Governance“. This one-hour session will explore how founders adapt governance principles to their...

An exclusive, closed-door summit in Dubai, the Majlis convenes leading funders, family offices, and investors under the theme “Transforming Capital into Impactful Legacies.” Over three days, participants join roundtables and workshops with sovereign funds, DFIs,...

Reframing Giving: New Approaches to Support Skills, Education, and Pathways for Economic Empowerment 14 October 2025 | 09:30 AM | In Person At a time of global uncertainty, the philanthropic sector is playing a critical...

7 October 2025 | Zoom The Pearl Initiative, through its Governance in MSMEs programme, is pleased to propose a co-branded, invite-only roundtable in partnership with AstroLabs. The session will convene 10-12 startup and SME founders...

Pearl Initiative’s Governance in Family Firms Programme invites you to an engaging webinar on designing effective governance frameworks tailored to the unique needs of family enterprises. The session will feature Octavian Pilati, Founder and CEO...

22 September 2025 | 11:00 AM | Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) Join us for a live, in-person recording of a new episode of Shaping Philanthropy, a podcast lead by the Circle Network,...

17 September 2025 | Dubai This high-level convening brings together philanthropists, donors, health experts, and innovators to explore how governance and cross-sector collaboration can drive more effective, equitable, and sustainable responses to global health crises....

16 September 2025 | Sharjah Pearl Initiative, in collaboration with Sheraa, is hosting a closed-door roundtable that convenes a curated group of women tech founders from the startup community to explore the often-overlooked role of...