A recent report by Visa Bahrain revealed that over 80 per cent of women business leaders in the Kingdom are increasing digital adoption. Using AI to enhance payments, management, and marketing, these businesswomen are embracing the digital revolution. Visa’s annual initiative, She’s Next is inviting applications until the 9th of November. We got in touch with Ali Bailoun, Visa’s Regional General Manager for KSA, Bahrain and Oman to find out more about this year’s program, the incentives available for women applying to it, and how the digital payments leader is collaborating with strategic partners to offer a host of opportunities for businesswomen looking to scale up and lead their businesses to greater success. What motivated Visa to bring the She’s Next initiative back to Bahrain, and what impact do you hope it will have on women-owned businesses in the region? Bahrain has consistently shown a strong commitment to building an entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports women-led businesses. With progressive policies, supportive initiatives, and an inclusive environment, Bahrain is nurturing a new generation of pioneering women entrepreneurs. However, according to Visa’s ‘Women SMB Digitalization Index,’ access to capital is a significant focus area for women-owned businesses in Bahrain, with nearly a third […]