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The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) has announced its lineup of more than 95 world-class speakers, including media entrepreneur Raj Shamani, economic advisor Mohamed A. El-Erian,, and DAMAC’s Amira Sajwani.
Taking place on October 22–23 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, the Sharjah Investment Forum will run alongside the World Investment Conference. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in partnership with WAIPA and the UAE Ministry of Investment, the forum is set to welcome over 10,000 participants from around the globe. With more than 160 sessions and 120 business meetings, it will provide a dynamic platform for deal-making and strategy development under the theme: “Transforming Our World: Investing for a Resilient and Sustainable Future.”
Headlining voices shaping the investment dialogue
With 18B+ views and 20M+ followers, Raj Shamani is India’s #1 podcaster and a leading voice in business. As Founder & Host of the Figuring Out Podcast, he has become one of South Asia’s most influential entrepreneurs and content creators, inspiring millions across the region and beyond. Through his widely followed podcast and digital content, Shamani promotes entrepreneurial resilience, conversations around relationships and health, and innovative approaches to personal branding. He is celebrated for connecting business strategy to real-life innovation and cultural influence in emerging markets.
Mohamed El-Erian, is widely recognised for his clear-eyed analysis of global markets and policy, and as Allianz’s Chief Economic Advisor, he helps investors and leaders make sense of volatility and systemic risk in today’s complex environment. Frequent keynote speaker and author, El-Erian blends academic rigour and practical insight, distilling world economic trends and sustainable strategies for the public and private sector.
Amira Sajwani is a leading Emirati entrepreneur and currently Managing Director of Sales & Development at DAMAC Properties, as well as founder and CEO of PRYPCO, a proptech firm reimagining real estate ownership in the UAE. Renowned for driving innovation and empowering agents in the property sector, she was named to Forbes Middle East’s 30 Under 30; and is famously known as a judge on Shark Tank Dubai; while also renowned for advocating for women’s advancement in business and access to education.
SIF 2025 is strategically positioned to facilitate dialogue surrounding regional and international development goals. It will also serve as an essential platform for exclusive networking, and a meeting point for policymakers, economic leaders, and investors to forge the partnerships needed to direct capital toward a more sustainable and inclusive global economy.
