A global gathering redefining capital and economic influence.
The growing landscape of female leadership and investment is preparing for a significant milestone this September as the Women Shaping Wealth Summit arrives in Saudi Arabia. Hosted by the global leadership platform PLAYBOOK, this event will take place in Riyadh on the twenty eighth and twenty ninth of September 2026. It serves as a convergence point for founders, investors, and policymakers to discuss the evolving role of women in wealth creation and economic development.
The Middle East is currently experiencing a profound shift in entrepreneurship and investment participation. Recognizing this momentum, the Women Shaping Wealth Summit seeks to move conversations beyond basic financial inclusion to focus on tangible ownership and access to capital. The two day programme will welcome more than three thousand participants and over two hundred and fifty speakers. Attendees will explore three curated content tracks. These include Money in Motion which covers finance and entrepreneurship, Wealth in Wellbeing looking at the connection between health and economic value, and Power in Networks which focuses on leadership and policy influence.
A key component of the Women Shaping Wealth Summit is its dedication to turning discussions into measurable opportunities. The founder of PLAYBOOK, Wafa Al Obaidat, emphasizes that women are increasingly acting as the executives and investors who dictate where capital is directed and what it builds. Rather than simply inspiring attendees, the event is designed to translate these diverse voices into meaningful relationships, strategic partnerships, and documented outcomes. The extensive schedule will feature prominent regional and international figures from government, business, and innovation sectors. Notably, Her Royal Highness Ambassador Reema Bandar Al Saud, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United States of America, will deliver virtual opening remarks to set the tone for the gathering.
Beyond the main stage discussions, the summit integrates interactive elements such as a Live Demo Day that connects female founders directly with potential investors. There is also a dedicated Pledges for Progress platform inviting organizations to make measurable commitments that will be supported by continued follow up after the event concludes. As Riyadh continues to cement its position as a rapidly strengthening regional center for investment and entrepreneurship, the Women Shaping Wealth Summit aims to create a lasting bridge between Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the wider global community. It provides a carefully structured space where leaders can leave with new business connections, valuable mentorships, and a significantly clearer path toward deploying wealth effectively across the full economic ecosystem.