OUR UAE COMMUNITY
The influential community that expands perspectives on what marketers can achieve
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About The Marketing Society UAE
Established in 2016
639 Members
56 Events per year
67% of Members in Head of + roles
MEET SOME OF OUR UAE MEMBERS
Read some recent Member interviews to get to know others in the community
Namrata Balwani
Chief Marketing Officer, TPConnects Technologies
Namrata became a Member because she values connecting with diverse perspective to continuously expand her thinking and approach to marketing leadership.
Carlos A. Robles
CEO and Founder, luma
Carlos became a Member because he is eager to engage in thought-provoking discussions, learn from peers, drive innovation, and collectively shape the future of marketing in the UAE region.
Zineb Lahkim Bennani
Founder of Storyline
Zineb became a Member because she wants to create meaningful connections with peers to learn from each other.
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Mohammed Ismaeel Hameedaldin
Partner, TOUGHLOVE Advisors & The Marketing Society GCC, Chair
Mohammed has been a member in the UAE since 2016
Amina Taher
CMO Wio Bank & The Marketing Society, UAE, Chair
Amina has been a member in the UAE since 2023
Aly Tawfik
Area Marketing Director, Red Bull & The Marketing Society, Vice Chair, UAE
Aly has been a member in the UAE since 2022
Faheem Ahamed
Group Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, G42 & The Marketing Society, Vice Chair, UAE
Faheem has been a member in the UAE since 2022
Ula Bieganska
Head of Marketing, Lego MEA
Ula has been a member in the UAE since 2024
Mark Adams
Entrepreneur, Investor & Board Advisor
Mark has been a member in the UAE since 2018
Hanan Eissa
Vice President Marketing & PR- Atlantis Dubai
Hanan has been a member in the UAE since 2024
Ebru Tuygun
Managing Director, Good Vibes Good Life
Ebru has been a member in the UAE since 2022
Annie Arsane
Head of Business Marketing, TikTok MENAP
Annie has been a member in the UAE since 2023
Charles Awad
Chief Brand Officer of Majid Al Futtaim - Holding
Charles has been a member in the UAE since 2023
Emma Cantwell
Marcomms Advisor, Lecturer
Emma has been a member in the UAE since 2022
Marwa Kaabour
Group Head of Marketing & Corporate Communication, Al Masaood Group
Marwa has been a member in the UAE since 2022
Anja Petrovski
Chief People Officer at Al Nabooda Automobiles
Anja has been a member in the UAE since 2023
OUR UAE EVENT PROGRAMME
View the full listing in our events calendar
"The Marketing Society is where I find super smart likeminded leaders, who are quick to support each other. Every time I am together with other members it is always educational, entertaining and energising."
Mohammed Ismaeel Hameedaldin Partner, TOUGHLOVE Advisors
"One of my highlights recently has been joining The Marketing Society. I should’ve done it years ago. It’s an incredible community, full of sharp thinking, honest conversations, and inspiring stories from marketers doing brilliant work."
Lisa Eaton CEO, Fabric
"In a world of noise, The Marketing Society is where marketers return to meaning."
Faheem Ahamed Group Chief Marketing and Communication Officer, G42
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THE UAE FAQS
How do I become a member of The Marketing Society UAE?
We offer two tiers of Personal Membership, as well as Team Membership. You can explore all the benefits and find the right tier for you on our main membership pages.
Do you offer Team Membership?
Yes, our Team Membership is a strategic investment in your senior team, connecting them to our influential network. We will tailor a package to suit your business needs, for teams of five to 50. To find out more, please contact our Global Director, Alasdair Hall-Jones, at [email protected].
As a Member based in the UAE, can I attend events in other regions?
Yes! Your membership is a global passport, giving you access to our events in any of our hubs, from Singapore to New York to England. Please note that some flagship events, like The Global Conference in London, may carry an additional charge.
Who can I talk to about getting more involved with the Society in the UAE?
Our Global Director, Alasdair Hall-Jones, would be delighted to connect with any Member who wants to play a more active role in our community. Please contact him by email at [email protected].
How many physical events do you run in the UAE?
We host over 50 events in the UAE each year, averaging three exclusive member events per month. Our programme is split between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, complemented by an extensive calendar of virtual events.
