Bahrain This Month - November 2013

24 November 2013 happeningsthismonth www.bahrainthismonth.com Leadership Secrets An author and consultant on customer service, leadership, change management and global competitiveness, his thoughtprovoking, learn-by-doing presentation style has motivated many around the world to maximise personal and professional success. Doug’s latest book, Disney U: How Disney University Develops the World’s Most Engaged, Loyal, and Customer-Centric Employees, is full of never-before-told stories offering timeless lessons from Disney’s legendary leaders. He discusses all this and much more at the event. E Call 38 822-182 and 39 678-631. The strongest link LinkedIn Talent Solutions’ global account director Guillaume Larronde is in the Kingdom to take you through LinkedIn Lessons for Personal, Professional and Organisational Success. The event is organised by BizLadies Bahrain. Young professionals, seasoned businessmen and entrepreneurs can attend this on November 20 at 7pm at The Domain Bahrain. Guillaume, now with the company for four years, has helped local enterprises in MENA to develop their employer brand and execute innovative methods for recruitment. E Email [email protected]. Time to camp Bahrain’s camping season starts on November 14 and will run till March 1. This year Southern Governor and High Camping Committee head Shaikh Abdulla bin Rashid Al Khalifa has assigned a different camping area. This is due to work being carried out by Tatweer on the original site. Under the new camping rules, political gathering and cultural or charity activities are not permitted during the season without approval. Campers will not be allowed to fly any flags other than Bahrain’s. E Call 17 251-313. One of America’s leadership experts, and New York Times’ bestselling author, Dr John C Maxwell is visiting the Kingdom to discuss what he thinks makes great leaders. Invited by Bahrain Institute of Hospitality and Retail (BIHR), in partnership with Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance, he will deliver this talk on November 18. Five Levels of Leadership for Success covers the key topics in his award-winning book and will take place at Crowne Plaza’s Bahrain Conference Centre, from 9am to 4.30pm. During the event he will elaborate upon the five key stages of leadership and how to maximise each one to become more influential, respected and successful. An internationally renowned leadership expert, coach, and author with more than 22 million books sold, he has trained more than five million leaders in 185 countries. “This world-class event underscores our commitment to bringing the brightest of minds to this part of the world and providing a platform so they can share their ideas and expertise,” says BIHR managing director Hatim Dadabai. E Call 36 048-699 and 80 001-077 or visit www.bihr.com.bh. Innovation in business A Ministry of Industry and Commerce initiative, internationally acclaimed speaker Doug Lipp is in the Kingdom, on November 3 at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, to deliver a Disney University seminar. When? November 2-9 Event? Charity Sale Venue? Al Nahada Charity Boutique Enjoy heavy discount on big brands while you shop for charity. E Call 17 262-237. When? November 7 Event? Poppy Ball Venue? Crowne Plaza Bahrain Hotel The British expat community gathers to honour ex-servicemen. E Call 17 813-488. When? From November 15 Event? Camping season starts Venue? TBA Camping starts this month with new rules at a new location. E Call 17 251-313. When? November 15 Event? Miss Malayalee Contest Venue? Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam Malayalee girls between 18-27 years participate in the beauty pageant. E Call 17 251-878. When? November 17 Event? Bizladies Annual Dinner Venue? Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Spa Join the ladies in a night of dinner, dance, prizes and lots of fun. E Call 17 590-135. When? November 19-23 Event? Jewellery Arabia Venue? BIECC Expo attracts the biggest names in the jewellery business. E Call 17 550-033. When? November 22 Event? Walkathon for Diabetes Venue? Dohat Arad Charity walk that raises money for Bahrain Diabetes Society. E Visit www.walk4life@ bnhgroup.com. When? November 28-30 Event? Bahraini Women’s Day Venue? Bab Al Bahrain Celebration of Bahraini businesswomen and their success. E Call 17 561-214. When? November 29 Event? Festive Fayre Venue? St Christopher’s Saar Campus Christmas festivities begin at the school with this fun carnival. E Call 17 788-101. When? Throughout November Event? Russian Textile Exhibition Venue? The National Museum Showcase of Russian textiles from the 18th to 20th century. E Call 17 298-714.

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