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VUSI THEMBEKWAYO VISITS THE UAE FOR SHARJAH
INVESTMENT FORUM
POSTED: September 2024
[Sharjah, UAE] — The Sharjah Investment Forum 2024 (SIF), held at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, witnessed groundbreaking discussions and impactful networking sessions over its two-day run in September 2024. Among the event’s highlights was the participation of prominent South African entrepreneur and thought leader, Vusi Thembekwayo, who shared the stage with industry giants such as Grant Cardone and Chris Do.
Under the theme “A Futuristic Vision for Smart Economies,” SIF 2024 attracted over 5,000 attendees, including government officials, entrepreneurs, and industry pioneers. The event showcased Sharjah’s strategic potential as a hub for foreign direct investment, energizing discussions on leveraging advanced technologies to foster sustainable economic growth.
Pioneering Business Innovation
A key development unveiled during the forum was the launch of the world’s first AI-powered trade license service, introduced by the Sharjah FDI Office in collaboration with Microsoft and Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone. Vusi Thembekwayo and Grant Cardone had the distinction of being among the first to receive the business licenses. For more information, click here.
Vusi Thembekwayo’s Visionary Insights
Vusi Thembekwayo delivered a compelling keynote, exploring how emerging markets are poised to redefineg lobal business landscapes. The CEO of MyGrowthFund Venture Partners emphasized the importance of strategic thinking and the correct mindset in wealth creation, especially in emerging economies with favorable demographics compared to aging regions like Europe.
Thembekwayo introduced key principles essential for navigating these markets, including the concept of asymmetry and initiatives encapsulated in L.E.A.P—Legacy, Excellence, Action-Orientation, and Purpose-Led strategies. Drawing inspiration from leaders like Nelson Mandela, he reminded attendees that faith in collective potential is fundamental to driving meaningful change, asserting, “People need a little bit of faith, and faith is the ability to trust and believe in the invisible.”
A Platform for Collaboration and Growth
The Sharjah Investment Forum provided a dynamic platform for shared knowledge and collaboration among local and international investors. With over 80 insightful sessions, including panels and interactive workshops,participants engaged in discussions on artificial intelligence, brand strategies, and investment trends, gaining actionable strategies for success in today’s evolving market.
Hosting global figures such as Aman Gupta, co-founder of boAt Lifestyle, and attended by UAE Minister of Economy Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri, the event set the stage for future partnerships aiming at economic diversification and innovation in Sharjah and beyond.
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