Event

About the event

What if “no” became your ally? In this talk, Coach Lio will guide you to reframe fear and unlock the courage to ask for what you truly want… whether it’s funding, partnerships, or bold new opportunities.

Trusted by top entrepreneurs and C-suite leaders across the region, Coach Lio blends deep mindset work with strategic clarity to help high performers align their vision, take bold action, and lead with confidence. Expect powerful insight, practical tools, and a new perspective on every ask that matters.

Schedule

• Date: Friday 13th June, 2025
• Time: 9.45am-1pm (followed by Lunch)
• Location: Google HQ, Dubai (Sharraftuna Room) // Innovation Hub, Building 2, Dubai Internet City
  (entrance is next to Salad Station, and down from Joe and the Juice)

Agenda

• Welcome Networking: Start your day building meaningful connections in a warm, supportive environment.
• Opening Remarks:
  • Nicki Bedford – CEO & Founder, Female Founders Network
  • Faranak Farahmand Pour – Director, Global Strategic Initiatives at Google
• Speaker:
  • Coach Lio, high achievers coach and transformational TEDx speaker, will join our upcoming event with her session, “The Fearless Ask.”
    What if “no” became your ally? In this talk, Coach Lio will guide you to reframe fear and unlock the courage to ask for what you truly want… whether it’s funding, partnerships, or bold new opportunities.Trusted by top entrepreneurs and C-suite leaders across the region, Coach Lio blends deep mindset work with strategic clarity to help high performers align their vision, take bold action, and lead with confidence. Expect powerful insight, practical tools, and a new perspective on every ask that matters.
  • Carol Glynn, Chartered Accountant, Finance Coach & Mentor, will join our upcoming event with her session, “Money Mindset, Real Results: How Your Beliefs Shape Your Business Finances.”
    What if your biggest financial blocks weren’t about money at all? In this empowering session, Carol will guide you to uncover the hidden beliefs driving your financial decisions-and show you how to build a more confident, values-aligned relationship with your money.

    A former Regional CFO turned finance coach and mentor, Carol blends expert financial strategy with powerful mindset shifts to help founders take control of their finances- without overwhelm or jargon. Through real-life stories, clear guidance, and practical tools, you’ll explore how to create lasting financial confidence and make smarter money moves that support the life and business you actually want.

    Expect honesty, clarity, and the kind of money talk that finally makes sense.
    Bring your finance questions-Carol is open to answering them all.

• Interactive Q&A: Dive into engaging discussions and get your burning questions answered by our speakers.
• Collaborative Community: Cement relationships with like-minded women ready to collaborate, innovate, and grow.
• Lunch & Networking: Unwind with a delicious lunch while connecting with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting.

Purpose

• Reframe fear and step into the power of asking for what you want — boldly and strategically.
• Strengthen your leadership mindset to navigate high-stakes moments with clarity and confidence.
• Explore how inner alignment fuels external outcomes — from opportunities to partnerships.
• Connect with a community of ambitious women driving bold conversations, meaningful action, and long-term growth.