Community Building
14 years ago, I arrived in Dubai with my 2-year-old son. Today, he’s a 16-year-old with aspirations of becoming a cybersecurity engineer. Balancing my career in product with raising a child in this vibrant region has been incredibly rewarding. Yet earlier this year, a spark ignited within me — an urge to create something truly remarkable. Something that would outshine leading a 40-person design team or guiding a child through their teenage years. In January, that spark became a beacon of inspiration.
Building DesignOps MENA
The product landscape in MENA has been ever-evolving, but compared to more established hubs, we still have ground to cover. This realisation prompted me to embark on a journey — to establish DesignOps MENA, a lively community dedicated to nurturing innovation and maturity in product development. Through DesignOps MENA, I’ve had the privilege of cultivating a space where product professionals converge to share insights, support each other’s growth, and collectively redefine what’s possible for product development in our region.
Our mission is clear: to provide a dynamic platform where industry experts exchange ideas, draw inspiration from diverse experiences, and together, elevate the standards of product excellence across MENA. Visit our website to learn more about our initiatives.
Watch more talks from industry leaders on our YouTube channel. Register for upcoming events on our Meetup page.
If you'd like to speak or present at a DesignOps MENA event, feel free to get in touch.
amberjabeen[at]gmail.com
