This Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed session focuses on leadership in the digital age and the emerging challenges faced by today’s leaders. It examines how rapid technological change has reshaped leadership expectations. The discussion explores three key areas: maintaining personal wellbeing and performance using the ‘Five Gears’ framework; leading through influence rather than positional authority; and building a winning organisational culture. The session also emphasises the value of a ‘sherpa’ leadership style – guiding others effectively and fostering psychologically safe environments where diverse teams can thrive.

Contributors:

• Dr Ali Al Ahbabi, Director, UAEU Center for Public Policy and Leadership
• Mariët Westermann, Vice Chancellor, NYU Abu Dhabi

Moderator:

• Khaled Al Remeithi, Director of Education Strategy Development, Presidential Court