The 5^th annual Women’s Global Leadership Conference in Energy and Technology was held today at Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai, it was the first time this conference was held outside of Houston Texas.

The one day conference was organized by Gulf Publishing Company and inaugurated by H.H Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, witnessed the participation of over 115 individuals interested in the field of energy and technology from all over the world.

Addressing the participants, H.H Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed said:

“The complex relationships between the global oil companies, the price of oil, supply and demand, funding for new technology development, alternative energy resources and all of this as it impacts our environment are key issues that we all must face. I am confident that conferences such as this, along with a renewed commitment to the future of our children and planet, will provide the stability we all crave as citizens of the world.”

Within the framework of this conference, several presentations and panel discussions were held, they were dedicated to issues like: sustainable solutions for meeting energy demand, the dynamics and impacts of the current market on the relationship between national and international oil companies, the relationships among the global economy, the price of oil, supply and demand and the human capital, the recruitment and retention of young talent in tough economic times and many more.

In his welcome speech H.H praised Gulf Publishing Company for the efforts they have put into making this conference a huge success, he said:

“Gulf Publishing is creating lasting connections for women in the energy industry. They have given you a platform to express ideas and exchange diverse opinions in an exciting, dynamic environment.”

The conference wrapped up with a networking reception, where participants had the chance to further elaborate on the subjects of the conference and build relations for future collaborations.

The Women’s Global Leadership Conference was held under the Platinum Sponsorship of Ernst & Young, the Gold Sponsorship of Schlumberger, and the Silver Sponsorship of ExxonMobil. The conference was also supported by numerous organizations around the region.

The next Women’s Global Leadership Conference in Energy and Technology will be held in Houston Texas on November 3^rd and 4^th, 2009.

For more information visit www.wglnetwork.com. You can also follow them on www.twitter.com/WGLNetwork and join their group on LinkedIn, Women’s Global Leadership Network.

Dubai, UAE

The event will be inaugurated by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, President of the Department of Civil Aviation and Chairman of the Emirates Group. It is the largest global gathering for women leaders to meet and discuss issues related to leadership in the energy industry.

“The initiation of the 2009 Women’s Global Leadership Conference in the UAE and the collaboration among women in the energy and technology sector at our event is an exciting new opportunity in our industry. We look forward to meeting and talking with participants to address the topics that help advance the industry,’’ said John Royall, President and CEO of Gulf Publishing Company.

The conference will cover all aspects of responsible stewardship ranging from energy security and geopolitics to professional-advancement, key business and economic issues will also be discussed as well as issues related to the energy industry.

“In addition to providing a platform for professional development, the conference will be a great opportunity to network and meet other participants from across the world,’’ said Wendy Fenwick, Ernst & Young’s Global Head of Oil and Gas.

Interested participants can register at www.wglnetwork.com or at the conference, although seats are limited and walk-ins will not be guaranteed a seat.

A networking reception will also take place at the 360 Rooftop Lounge at Jumeirah Beach Hotel at 17:30. Interested individuals who are unable to attend the conference can sign up for the reception only at www.wglnetwork.com.

The Women’s Global Leadership Conference is held under the Platinum Sponsorship of Ernst & Young, the Gold Sponsorship of Schlumberger, and the Silver Sponsorship of ExxonMobil. The conference is also supporting by numerous organizations around the region. For more information visit www.wglnetwork.com.

Dubai, UAE