Abu dhabi: Forbes Middle East, in collaboration with the BRIDGE Summit 2025, has launched a new talk programme, The Signature, providing an interactive media platform for economic leaders who have made significant contributions to the region’s development.
According to Emirates News Agency, The Signature offers podcast-style conversations that explore leadership insights and experiences shaping the future. Hosted by economic journalist Maysa AlQalla, the programme takes audiences through decision-making corridors, highlighting the ideas and stories of influential economic figures.
Dr. Jamal Al Kaabi, Vice-Chairman of BRIDGE, emphasized that this initiative aims to elevate economic dialogue in the region, transforming it into a domain of real influence. He noted that The Signature programme, launched during BRIDGE Summit 2025, reflects the vision of redefining media’s role in shaping awareness and policymaking.
Al Kaabi explained that the programme provides a unique platform for in-depth conversations with economic leaders, revealing the visions and stories behind major transformations. He highlighted the programme’s focus on exploring the strategic choices of decision-makers, emphasizing the philosophy, “Here is where the journey begins.”
Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, stated that The Signature embodies the spirit of excellence and innovation. She noted that launching the programme from the UAE reinforces a leading media model that serves as a platform for powerful ideas and influential content.
Maysaa Qalla, Senior Presenter at Forbes Middle East, remarked that joining the launch of The Signature continues her professional mission to document transformative experiences. The programme seeks to explain the logic behind decisions, providing a dialogue platform that brings audiences closer to leadership minds.
The Signature will feature influential economic figures, with episodes running for approximately 30 minutes. It aims to serve as an economic and media archive, enriching Arabic media content and inspiring future generations.