Samsung Gulf Hosts Open Day for Future Tech Leaders

Samsung Gulf Electronics recently marked its founding anniversary with a special Samsung Gulf Open Day event at SmartThings Home Dubai. The occasion brought together industry experts and students from the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and skill development.

The event featured a diverse lineup of interactive workshops and mentorship sessions led by Samsung’s technical professionals. Participants engaged in hands-on learning across various technological domains, including a dedicated SmartThings workshop, offering unique insights into the latest advancements in smart home technology.

This volunteer-led initiative underscores Samsung’s commitment to cultivating the UAE’s future technology leaders. Through one-on-one mentorship and focused group sessions, Samsung professionals shared valuable insights on career pathways, industry trends, and essential digital skills for the modern workforce.

Shafi Alam, Director and Head of Direct-to-Consumer Business & Corporate Marketing at Samsung Gulf Electronics, highlighted the significance of the initiative, stating, “At Samsung Gulf, we believe nurturing the next generation of technology leaders is essential to a sustainable future. Our Samsung Gulf Open Day provided students a platform to connect with industry experts and gain practical insights that will empower them in the evolving digital landscape. We are proud to support these young talents as they prepare to lead in tomorrow’s tech-driven world.”

Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) is Samsung’s flagship educational program aimed at equipping youth with future-ready skills. Offering training in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, IoT, and coding, SIC prepares students for the digital economy while addressing the critical skills gap in technology. Since its launch, SIC has played a key role in fostering technological literacy and innovation among young learners across the UAE.