Dubai Tech Tuesdays No. 114 - Colombian Business Council In Dubai Special Edition
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📅 DATE: Our 114th Dubai Tech Tuesdays event will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 6:00 - 11:30 PM.
For this Special Edition, Dubai Tech Tuesdays is honored to collaborate with...
🤝 EVENT PARTNER: The COLOMBIAN BUSINESS COUNCIL IN DUBAI. The Colombian Business Council in Dubai (CBCD) was established in June 2024 by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce to strengthen bilateral trade and investment between Colombia and the United Arab Emirates. The CBCD connects entrepreneurs, investors, and institutions to unlock opportunities in food security, clean energy, technology, and innovation. The CBCD is a non-profit, non-governmental organization registered with Dubai Chambers. The CBCD seeks nothing less than to be the leading platform for Colombian companies and professionals in the UAE. https://cbcdubai-uae.com/ & colombianbusinesscouncildubai
👫 CBCD BOARD & SPEAKERS:
⭐ MARCELA YANDAR, President of the CBCD, Founder & CEO, Golden Treasures DMC | International Expansion Strategist. Marcela “Marchy” Yandar is a Colombian entrepreneur and international business strategist based in Dubai, with over 16 years of experience in the UAE. As Founder & CEO of Golden Treasures DMC, she supports entrepreneurs, investors, and companies with UAE market entry, company formation, residency solutions, and international expansion. As President of the Colombian Business Council Dubai (CBCD), affiliated with Dubai Chambers, she fosters strategic connections between governments, investors, chambers, and businesses. Her mission is to build bridges between Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East, driving cross-border investment, innovation, and sustainable business growth. marcelayandar_uae, goldentreasures_dmc & golden-treasures-2374a7423
⭐ CARLOS RUIZ, Director of Institutional Relations & Strategic Development at CBDC, & Founder of Grupo de Empleo | Business Development & Professional Talent Consultant. Carlos is a Dubai-based professional community connecting international talent with career and business opportunities across the UAE. With over 10 years of experience in business development, sales, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across the UAE and LATAM, Carlos works at the intersection of business, talent, and technology. Through Grupo de Empleo, Carlos connects professionals and organizations, helping talent access opportunities while supporting companies in finding qualified professionals. At the CBDC Carlos focuses on international connections and strategic partnerships. carlosruizdubai, grupodeempleo & carlosruizdubai
⭐ ANDRES MENESES, Vice Chairman CBCD. At the CBCD Andres supports the President in strategic planning and execution and stands ready to step into the presidency during any absence or vacancy. He oversees the Council's events calendar, communications, branding, and marketing direction, and chairs the Programs & Communication Committee, working closely with the Marketing and Events & Community Engagement Coordinators to shape the Council's public presence and member experience. Beyond his role at CBCD, Andrés brings a background in marketing management through his work with his ventures, lending strategic communications expertise to the Council's growth. andreswifitv & andreswifitv
⭐ MARIA PAULA BETANCOURT, Founder of Grupo de Empleo. As Co-Founder of Grupo de Empleo, Maria has helped build and grow a professional community dedicated to connecting Latin American talent with career opportunities in the UAE. Through career services, workshops, resources, and professional guidance, her company has helped more than 200 Latin American professionals secure jobs across the United Arab Emirates. Maria brings 5+ years of professional experience in Content Creation, Graphic Design, and Digital Marketing, developing creative and strategic content across industries including real estate, education, trading and financial services, and medical technology. Her expertise combines Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Branding, Community Building, and Digital Marketing, with a strong focus on creating meaningful content, growing communities, and delivering measurable impact. dearmarii97, grupodeempleo & mariapaulabetancourtdubai
🎭 VENUE: Come mingle with fellow technologists at our lovely venue - the amazing BELCANTO RESTAURANT AT THE DUBAI OPERA. belcantodxb
🍹DRINK SPECIALS: FREE entrance for women 👠. Men - 150 AED gets you 3 beverages (mandatory, but note that venue's mocktails are very nice).
🕕 6:00 - 8:00 pm GATHER and SOCIALIZE. We know traffic and parking is crazy! Do NOT stress. Take your time and get here.
🕕 8:00 - 9:00 pm SPEAKERS & PRESENTATIONS. Dubai Tech Tuesdays features the best tech projects and intellectual content. Think well-done TED or Davos talks. We are like that. For this Special Edition we are honored to feature the top Colombian business leaders and technologists in Dubai.
🎙 DRS. LUIS FERNANDO REYES & NYCOLE ECHEVERRY, Certified Plastic Surgeons - presenting together!
* DR. REYES, Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Colombia and Dubai, National and International Speaker. Professor and Expert in Perioperative Ultrasonography. dr.luisfernandoreyes_surgery & https://majesticplasticsurgery.com/
* DR. ECHEVERRY, MD Certified Plastic Surgeon National and International Speaker. Professor at The Plastic Academy / Training and Expert in Perioperative Ultrasonography in Plastic Surgery, Aesthetic Medicine, and Dermatology. Key Opinion Leader (KOL) and Speaker for different brands and specialized organizations. dra.nicolecheverry_surgery
🎙 BRAYAN DUSSAN JIMENEZ, Founder of Braduss & Web3 Educator. Brayan is a Computer Engineer with a Master’s degree in Technology Project Design and Management. His career has spanned multiple areas of technology, including software development, networking, and cybersecurity. In 2017, cryptocurrencies became his gateway into the blockchain ecosystem, sparking a deeper exploration of Web3 beyond financial transactions. Since then, he has focused on understanding and communicating how blockchain can solve real-world challenges and create value across industries and everyday life. Through Braduss and his educational content, Brayan works to make Web3 accessible, practical, and easier to understand, helping people and organizations discover the possibilities of blockchain technology. bryan.dussan, braduss.web3 and www.Braduss.com
🎙 WENDY PARRA DAZA, Taekwondo Master, Former Athlete & Athletics Role Model. Wendy is a 5th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo Master with more than 20 years of experience practicing this martial art and sport. She was an athlete on the country’s National Taekwondo, achieving significant sporting accomplishments at both national and international levels. She also served as a coach for her country’s National Team. Currently, she works as a Taekwondo Coach for the Dubai Police. She is also a sports speaker and writer, focusing on the educational and personal development aspects of sport. wendy.parra_
🎙 MARIA CLARA RAMIREZ SALAZAR, Residential Leasing Advisor at Engel & Völkers. María Clara is a former veterinarian who found her passion in sales after dedicating her life to science. Today, with over 4 years of experience in the international residential market, she has built a solid career in the international real estate market (USA, Spain, Colombia, and Dubai). She is now part of the elite team at Engel & Völkers, where she works as a consultant in the Dubai commercial and residential market. Maria and her partner are passionate about traveling and started their personal project called Destino Fernweh, which is a travel and inspirational blog on Instagram. mariaramirez95, mariaclara.dxb & destinofernweh
🎙 DIANA DAVID, DD Property Dubai, Luxury Sales and Rentals for Villas and Mansions. Diana has lived in Dubai for nearly two decades and has witnessed Dubai’s transformation from ambition to global powerhouse. She is originally from Colombia, and her journey here was not conventional. It was built on discipline, adaptability and the belief that growth requires courage. Today, Diana is a Strategic Real Estate Advisor and in that role she helps high-net-worth individuals navigate one of the most important financial decisions of their lives with clarity, structure, and confidence. For Diana, real esate is not about transactions, it is about long-term positioning, protection of capital, and trust. She helps analyze, guide and execute. "Helping families and encouraging investors". Luxury sales and rentals, Villas and Mansions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Currently, Diana is a Senior Client Manager at award-winning Elite Property Brokerage, a leading Dubai real estate brokerage with a proven track record of billions of dirhams in transactions. Backed by a high-performing team, advanced market tools, and extensive industry expertise, Diana is equipped to deliver strategic insights and facilitate successful real estate transactions for her clients. dianadavidpropertydubai & www.ddpropertydubai.com
🎶 9:00 - 10:00 pm EXCLUSIVE - THE BEST OF COLOMBIAN TALENT AND LIVE PERFORMANCES!
🕺ADDITIONAL ENTERTAINMENT DETAILS ANNOUNCED SOON!
🎉 NANA MANTILLA, CEO & Founder of Fuego Events | Entrepreneur, Speaker & Women Empowerment Advocate. Nana is a Colombian entrepreneur, speaker, and Founder & CEO of Fuego Events Management & Entertainment in Dubai. With nearly a decade of experience in the UAE, she has built her company from the ground up, establishing herself in the competitive events and entertainment industry. Her journey reflects resilience, vision, and the courage to create opportunities far from home. Beyond business, Nana is passionate about empowering women to believe in themselves, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and turn their ideas into action. Through her personal brand and Mujeres de Fuego community, she shares real experiences, business lessons, and the mindset behind building a life and career with purpose. nana.mantilla & fuegoluxuryeventsdubai
🕕 10:00 pm - Midnight NETWORKING + DINNER. Now is the time to meet everyone else you might have missed before. Grab a (new) friend, grab a drink, and grab a table. Create and deepen your connections with good conversation. Everyone is friendly and open - so introduce yourself to someone new.
🌐 MEDIA PARTNER: DUBAI.NEWS - UAE’s First News Network Run by AI and Amplified to the World. Founded by Sheeraz Hasan No.1 Fame Strategist in the World. dubai.newsnow
🌐 MEDIA PARTNER: UR Dream Media (UDM) is the only full service studio in town. UDM in its state-of-the-art and extremely flexible setting studio offers Music Production and Recording, Podcast, Videography, Photography and Studio Rental all under one roof. udmdxb
🎥 PHOTOGRAPHY PARTNER: We are thrilled to be supported by TITUS PHOTOGRAPHY as our media/photography partner. /_titus_photography
🤝 COMMUNITY SUPPORT: Thanks to Web3 Future Space for their continued support. https://web3future.space
👔👗 DRESSCODE: Please dress to impress - this is a high-level business and social event. *** NO caps/shorts NO open toe shoes / sneakers *** Be classy (please). Men - try wearing a suit or sports jacket. Don't wear some random T-shirt/raggedy jeans. Women - this is your chance to be elegant. The venue WILL block access in case of inappropriate, sloppy, or indecent attire.
ALSO we welcome the referral of other quality guests.