Doha, Qatar — SympathiQ and Soul Love have announced the inaugural “Leading Under Pressure” conference, the first flagship event in the new Live Well. Lead Well. series, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, at Park Hyatt Doha in Msheireb Downtown. Taking place from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, the event will bring together business leaders, executives and professionals for an evening dedicated to sustainable performance, leadership wellbeing and navigating the challenges of demanding workplaces. Supporting Leaders in High-Pressure Environments Under the theme “Leading Under Pressure,” the conference aims to address the challenges faced by professionals responsible for leading teams and managing businesses in increasingly demanding work environments. The programme will feature Sara Curleigh-Parsons and Kevin Chapman as speakers, sharing perspectives on leadership, wellbeing and workplace culture. Beyond the presentations, attendees will have opportunities to connect through curated and speed networking sessions, encouraging meaningful conversations, professional relationships and the exchange of experiences. Building a Community Around Sustainable Leadership The event is co-organised by Irina Duisimbekova, Founder and CEO of SympathiQ, and Carolyn of Soul Love, with SympathiQ and Licorne Gulf serving as platinum sponsors. Commenting on the initiative, Duisimbekova explained that the Live Well. Lead Well. series was created to address the limited opportunities available for leaders in demanding environments to reflect on their own long-term wellbeing. She emphasised that the inaugural conference aims to provide practical tools rather than inspiration alone, while establishing a community in Doha where conversations about sustainable leadership can continue beyond the event. About the Organisers SympathiQ is a wellbeing marketplace connecting individuals and organisations with vetted therapists, coaches and wellbeing specialists through online video consultations. Its services include individual appointments and corporate wellbeing programmes. Soul Love, led by Carolyn, co-organises the Live Well. Lead Well. series alongside SympathiQ, with a focus on personal wellbeing, conscious leadership and workplace culture. Event Details Event: Leading Under Pressure — Live Well. Lead Well. Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Venue: Park Hyatt Doha, Msheireb Downtown Speakers: Sara Curleigh-Parsons and Kevin Chapman Organisers: SympathiQ and Soul Love Platinum Sponsors: SympathiQ and Licorne Gulf Registration: https://luma.com/i1g1yz1y The inaugural conference seeks to provide a platform where leaders and professionals in Qatar can explore practical approaches to wellbeing, sustainable workplace performance and professional connection.

Doha, Qatar — almeera Consumer Goods Company (Q.P.S.C.) is participating in the 11th edition of Hospitality Qatar 2026 as the exhibition’s Official Retail Partner, taking place from 12 to 14 October at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). As one of Qatar’s leading national retailers, almeera is using its participation to strengthen its business-to-business (B2B) offering and expand its engagement with hotels, restaurants, caterers, suppliers and businesses across the country’s hospitality sector. Over the past decade, Hospitality Qatar has established itself as a key platform for the hospitality industry, bringing together operators, suppliers, investors, innovators and professionals from Qatar and international markets. The exhibition provides a valuable opportunity for networking, business development and collaboration across the sector. For almeera, the partnership creates a platform to bring the company’s retail expertise, broad product assortment, sourcing capabilities and extensive supplier network closer to businesses across the hospitality industry, while also building new relationships with local and international partners. “As a national retailer, we have an important role to play in supporting the continued development of Qatar’s hospitality ecosystem,” said Mr. Jassim Mohammed Al-Ansari, Chief Executive Officer of almeera. “Hospitality Qatar brings together the businesses and partners shaping the sector, from producers and suppliers to hotels and restaurants. By expanding our B2B offering and deepening these relationships, we are creating new opportunities for almeera to support the sector at greater scale and contribute to its continued growth.” Supporting local producers remains central to almeera’s strategy. The company works with Qatari farms, manufacturers and homegrown brands to bring national products to shelves across the country. Its presence at Hospitality Qatar creates a direct link between these local producers and hospitality buyers who can help take their products further. almeera’s supplier relationships also contribute to the resilience of Qatar’s food supply, giving businesses greater confidence in the consistency and availability of the products they source. The scale of these relationships reflects the breadth of almeera’s business. The company works with up to 200 local companies, representing approximately QAR 700 million in average annual business and around 25% of total sales. Across its wider network, almeera works with approximately 750 suppliers, with sourcing spanning more than 100 countries. Through Hospitality Qatar 2026, almeera will also engage with new suppliers, producers and potential business partners, allowing the company to further diversify its sourcing network, explore new products and identify future collaboration opportunities. The exhibition comes during a period of wider transformation for almeera. Following the launch of its new brand identity in April 2026, the company has continued to modernise its stores, strengthen its digital channels and further develop its customer experience and wafa loyalty programme. Its digital platform, available through the almeera app and website, extends the company’s reach across Qatar and supports its ambition to provide greater convenience and accessibility to customers and businesses alike. Visitors, suppliers and industry stakeholders can meet the almeera team at Stand B07, Hall 5, at DECC throughout Hospitality Qatar 2026, from 12 to 14 October.

Visit Qatar and the Qatar Challenge Racing Club Partner to Launch the Second Edition of the “Samla International Race” Visit Qatar, in partnership with the Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla), has announced the launch of the second edition of the Samla International Race, with registration now open to male and female participants from around the world. This collaboration forms part of a strategic partnership between the two parties spanning three years, from 2027 to 2029. Set to take place on January 23, 2027, between Sealine and Khor Al Adaid, the second edition of the race will welcome participants to compete in one of Qatar’s toughest endurance races. The Samla International Race will comprise four endurance challenges: swimming, off road cycling, running, and kayaking – each designed to test the participants’ stamina and skill. The race begins with a 3-kilometre swim, followed by a 21-kilometre run. Competitors will then tackle a 22-kilometre off road cycling stage, followed by a 4-kilometre kayaking challenge. The race continues with another 22-kilometre off road cycling stage before concluding with a 28-kilometre run, bringing the total race distance to 100 kilometres. Commenting on this, Mr. Ahmad Al-Binali, Director of Festivals and Events at Visit Qatar, said: "We are delighted to announce a long-term strategic partnership between Visit Qatar and the Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla), spanning three years from 2027 to 2029. The partnership aims to continue developing the Samla International Race and strengthen its presence on the international sporting stage, supporting Qatar's position as a global destination for sports tourism and major events. The Samla International Race exemplifies the integration of sport and tourism, with the visitor experience extending beyond the race itself to discovering the wide range of experiences and events Qatar has to offer". Mr. Azzam Abdulaziz Al-Mannai, President of Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla) said, “We are delighted to launch the Samla International Race 2027 in partnership with Visit Qatar and to mark this important milestone by signing a three-year strategic partnership agreement beginning in 2027. This partnership represents an important step in our vision to develop the Samla International Race into an integrated sports and tourism platform combining endurance, adventure, and competition while showcasing Qatar’s unique natural landscapes and tourism offerings to athletes and audiences from around the world. We greatly value the support and confidence of Visit Qatar and look forward to building, through this partnership, a sustainable international event that strengthens Qatar’s position as a leading destination for sports and tourism, in line with our shared vision and ambitions for the years ahead”. The organising committee has allocated valuable cash prizes for the winners in both the men's and women's categories, with a total prize pool of USD 600,000. The first-place winner will receive USD 100,000, while the second and third places will be awarded USD 60,000 and USD 40,000 respectively. Competitors placing fourth to tenth will receive prizes ranging from USD 20,000 to USD 8,000, depending on their ranking. These prizes are a gesture of appreciation for the participants and serve as an incentive to excel in one of the most challenging races in the region. The Samla International Race will further enrich Qatar’s sporting events calendar and support the country’s continued efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub for sporting excellence. To register and find out more about the second edition of the Samla International Race, please visit the following link: Samla International Challenge | Visit Qatar

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