10 – 12 November 2026
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Dubai World Trade Centre Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3
Chuka Ekweogwu
Filmmaker, Director, and Actor
Chuka has a passion for cinema, and he partnered and worked with various local filmmakers in Dubai, Bollywood, Nollywood, and Hollywood which earned an honorable mention and view at the cinema, Netflix, and film festivals. Chuka is a Nigerian-born and the first African from the West East and South to hit the United Arab Emirate cinema from 2016 to current day. Chuka is a Filmmaker, Director, and Actor.
Speaker Sessions
Creative Futures: Education for the Next Economy
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Creative Careers – The 360 ° Conversation
Session Summary:
This panel explores the fundamental questions behind creative career choices, including decision-making, common myths, parental concerns, and strategic guidance. I aim to surface the key perspectives of students, parents, and counsellors as they navigate future-focused, creative career pathways.
Panel Guests:
▪ Creative career professional
▪ Parent of a creative student/professional
▪ Career Counsellor
▪ High school student
Speakers:
Maria Vitoratos
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Career Educator & Doctoral Student - Western University
Areej Areed
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Educational Consultant - American Academy for Girls
Azizah Crane
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Runs speaking business - Speak Onstage
