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Keynote SpeakerKhalid Al-Khudair

CEO of Glowork.net a women empowerment initiative

Khalid Al-Khudair’s current role is the Founder and CEO of Glowork, a women empowerment organisation that has created thousands of jobs for women. This led Glowork to be awarded the “Best Innovation globally for job creation” by the UN, ILO and World Bank. He is a proud Ashoka Fellow and... Read more

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  • Empowerment
  • Communication
  • Networking
  • Strategy
  • Sustainability
  • Humanity Issues

Biography

Khalid Al-Khudair’s current role is the Founder and CEO of Glowork, a women empowerment organisation that has created thousands of jobs for women. This led Glowork to be awarded the “Best Innovation globally for job creation” by the UN, ILO and World Bank. He is a proud Ashoka Fellow and a Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum. In 2014 Khalid was elected to become a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum for his work in social entrepreneurship. Previously he held the role of COO of Markets at KPMG in Saudi, Kuwait and Jordan. Khalid managed to lead the firms he worked with to over 30 key awards which were aligned to the firm’s overall corporate goals and strategy.

 

Khalid is an active writer for international publications such as the Huffington Post, as well as publishing a book entitled “Communicating Effectively In The Work Place”. All this led him to receiving numerous awards including the Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award at the Global Thinkers Forum, The King Salman Award for Entrepreneurship, Saint Mary’s University Young Alumni of the Year, being selected as an Amends Fellow at Stanford University, Ranked #3 in the 30 under 30 Gulf Business Magazine power list and ranked in the top 500 most powerful Arabs by Arabian Business Magazine.

 

Khalid also sits on a number of advisory boards throughout the world such as the CMO Council Advisory Board and the Country Officer for Women Campaign International. He is a Steering committee member at the Ministry of Labor in Saudi Arabia, Global Agenda Council Member on Middle East and North Africa at the World Economic Forum, on the L’Oreal Global Panel of Critical Friends, an Employment Committee Member at the Saudi Chamber of Commerce, a Board Member at Saudi Bugshan Subsidiaries, and a mentor at the Founders Institute at Silicon Valley. Khalid is also known for being a Judge on reality TV show “Israr” which airs on MBC1.

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You can book Khalid Al-Khudair through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Khalid's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

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Khalid Al-Khudair's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Khalid tailored to your event.

What topics does Khalid Al-Khudair speak about?

Khalid Al-Khudair speaks on Entrepreneurs. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Khalid to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Khalid Al-Khudair available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Khalid Al-Khudair for events worldwide, subject to Khalid's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Khalid Al-Khudair deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Khalid Al-Khudair is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Khalid Al-Khudair?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Khalid can accommodate.

Can Khalid Al-Khudair tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Khalid Al-Khudair on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Khalid can offer.

What languages does Khalid Al-Khudair present in?

Khalid Al-Khudair delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Khalid Al-Khudair a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Khalid Al-Khudair's areas of expertise include Entrepreneurs. To get a clear sense of Khalid's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Khalid Al-Khudair speak at?

Khalid Al-Khudair can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Entrepreneurs is relevant. Details of Khalid's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Khalid Al-Khudair offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Khalid Al-Khudair is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Khalid Al-Khudair?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Khalid Al-Khudair, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Khalid's current availability for your dates.