Participants and QBBF officials at the roundtable.
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar British Business Forum (QBBF), organised and hosted by Amanda Shaw, Head of Office and Charlotte Chambers, Head of Marketing and Events, in partnership with Practitioner Sharon Desouza, successfully hosted the inaugural Women’s Executive Leadership Roundtable 2025 at the Al Messila Resort & Spa.
The event brought together female corporate leaders, senior executives, and business professionals from across Qatar to explore the vital role of workplace wellness as a core component of corporate culture. The discussions focused on how leadership engagement can help create a more balanced, resilient, and productive workforce.
As a Certified Practitioner in Emotional Freedom & Stress Management, Sharon Desouza guided participants through her “Be Empowered” programme – a corporate wellbeing initiative designed to help professionals manage stress, regulate the nervous system, and cultivate healthier daily habits.
“The primary aim of this roundtable is to empower working professionals to achieve a better work–life balance and to enhance their overall wellbeing. Creating a happier and healthier workforce ultimately benefits both individuals and the organisations they represent,” said Sharon Desouza.
The event also featured an engaging panel discussion moderated by Emma Higham, QBBF Committee Board Member and Partner at Clyde & Co, with distinguished speakers Kate Jackson, Principal of King’s College Doha, and Emma Igelström, General Manager at Artemex and former World Olympic Swimmer.
“It was an inspiring and empowering session emphasising balance, purpose, and self-care in leadership. Sharon’s authentic approach resonated deeply with us, strengthening both our professional network and collective wellbeing,” shared Kate Jackson, Principal of King’s College Doha.
The afternoon concluded with attendees outlining actionable goals and strategies for integrating wellness practices into their organisations — reinforcing the message that leadership commitment is the single strongest predictor of a successful wellness culture.
The QBBF expressed thanks to Clarins for their donation of goodie bags, and to Al Messila Resort & Spa for hosting the event.
This inaugural roundtable marks the beginning of what QBBF hopes will become an annual forum — a dedicated platform for corporate leaders to convene, share best practices, and continue advancing workplace wellness in Qatar and beyond.
