Global Speakers Summit 2007

Dubai is the city of choice for the 2007 Global Speakers Summit (GSS) and The International Speakers Gathering

On June 3rd, powerful speakers who have created successful businesses in the Middle East will gather to share their business insights. Uniquely position yourself to be a part of the incredible growth in the region by being a part of this global event.

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If you are ready to truly be a player in the international arena, you must come to Dubai and join the community of influence and business knowledge at the Global Speakers Summit June 3, 2007,

Dubai

Join us for a 60 minute telesemiar Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 20:00 (8:00 PM) Dubai time / 11:00am New York Time. Conference organizer and Dubai resident, Reg Athwal, will talk about doing business in the Middle East and answer your questions. Call in to this US number: 01-1-512-225-3519, and used this Audience Code: 756322# to access the call at the correct time in your time zone.

Following the GSS, The International Gathering will open the doors to meeting with key industry decision makers in the region on June 3-6. Your registration for the GSS includes your registration for the International Gathering. As a participant in the International Gathering, you will get an expanded feel for who you will be working with to build your success and theirs. The schedule at a glance for The International Gathering is included further down on this page.

Global Speakers Summit Presenters
Your GSS Speakers all have proven track records in building success internationally: Roger Hamilton, Reg Athwal, Janelle Barlow, Frank Furness, Ron Kaufman, and Peter Andreou. This is one of the few times you will find these high-level speakers together in one location for your benefit. They will share their secrets and insights with you exclusively during the GSS program. Being able to learn from them will cut years off of your international growth curve.

Global Speakers Summit Agenda
10:00am
Building a Speaking/Training Business in Asia and the Middle East
Roger Hamilton is one of Asia’s leading wealth consultants and the Chairman of XL Results Foundation. Born in Hong Kong and educated at Trinity College, Cambridge University, he became an entrepreneur soon after getting his degree, experiencing many failures before achieving success. He now owns and runs businesses in publishing, property, event management, training and franchising. Roger understands the reality of the markets in Asia and the Middle East and brings real world experience to his presentation on building success and wealth in this region of the world.

10:30 – Noon
Successful Global Business Models
Panelists: Roger Hamilton, Reg Athwal, Janelle Barlow, Frank Furness, Ron Kaufman
Global Business Models that Work - If you’re looking for the right global business model to expand your speaking practice to the Middle East and beyond, this session is for you. Join 5 global speakers with five totally different business models as you gain insights on what it takes to create global speaking success. The only thing these entrepreneurs have in common is that they’ve created success in their own unique way. You’ll have a chance to ask questions as you determine what’s the best business model for you in penetrating the Middle Eastern and global speaking market.

Noon to 1:00pm
Lunch

1:10pm - 1:45pm
Colliding Cultures: Avoiding the Perils of Crossing Borders
Peter Andreou, President of TMI Cyprus and People Achieve, has been living and speaking in the Middle East for over twenty years. He has avoided narrow scrapes getting in and out of countries, carefully balanced culture clashes, sometimes between individuals and their governments, and throughout it all has managed to build a robust and ethical business that spans the entire Middle East. Peter will tell us what to avoid, but above all, he will share the excitement of working in one of the most culturally rich areas in the world.

1:45pm - 2:45pm
The Future of Speaking and Training in the Middle East
Panelists: Meetings Industry Experts
Join promoters, agents and experts as you’ll discover the key factors affecting the Dubai and Middle Eastern training markets. You’ll learn what’s hot and what’s not, pitfalls to avoid when setting up your training practice, strategies in penetrating the market, and how best to partner with decision makers. You’ll value the lessons learned during this session as you include the Middle East in your future speaking plans.

2:45pm - 3:00pm
Break

3:00pm – 4:00pm
Straight Talk about doing business in the Middle East
Panelists: Regional Business Experts
Learn what’s happening in Dubai and the Middle East from well respected business people who know how to make things happen in this complex, ever changing, growing environment. You’ll get a feel for the culture, trends, economic forecast for the future, and all you need to know about licensing and franchising and partnership opportunities. This session is guaranteed to save you time and heartache as you determine how best to do business in the Middle East.

4:00pm
Wrap up and action planning

Following the close of the Global Speakers Summit, join meetings industry attendees and dignitaries for the opening reception of The International Gathering.

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June 2nd to 6th, 2007 The International Gathering Event Schedule at a Glance

June 2nd 2007 –
Dubai Pre-Booked Tours and Excursions; Event Registration Opens; Exclusive Reception for GSN Members
June 3rd 2007 –
IFFPS Global Speakers Summit, 10:00am to 16:00pm; Exhibition Opens
June 3rd 2007 –
Opening Reception, Opening Keynotes and Dinner, 19:00pm to 23:00pm
June 4th 2007 –
Keynotes, Breakouts, Forums and Showcases, 09:00am to 18:00pm
June 4th 2007 –
International Dinner with VIP Guests, 20:00pm to 01:00am
June 5th 2007 –
Keynotes, Breakouts, Forums and Showcases, 09:00am to 18:00pm
June 5th 2007 –
International Gathering Gala Dinner, 20:00pm to 01:00am
June 6th 2007 –
Abu Dhabi and Dubai Pre-Booked Business Tours and Excursions

International Professional Speakers and Experts will have the opportunity to;

  * Meet the Influential Business People of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates
  * Network with Key Decision Makers from the Middle East
  * Understand the Culture & Trends in the Middle East
  * Have Opportunities to Showcase your Speeches & Expertise
  * Visit Icons & Landmarks in Dubai and Experience History in the Making!

Middle East Corporations, CEOs, Senior Managers and Training Providers will have the opportunity to;

  * Be educated about the International Professional Speakers Industry; and learn
  * Why Expert Speakers will be Key Players in the Future Booming Conferencing & Events Market in Dubai and throughout the Middle East!