Conference Software for the UAE's MICE Powerhouse
The UAE — led by Dubai World Trade Centre, ADNEC Abu Dhabi, and Expo City Dubai — is the Middle East's premier conference destination. Who's In powers UAE events with Arabic support, AI networking, sponsor portals, and hybrid capability.
Built for United Arab Emirates conference organisers
From local compliance to global hybrid streaming — Who's In handles every detail specific to running conferences in United Arab Emirates.
AI Multilingual Matchmaking
UAE conferences draw delegates from 100+ countries. Our AI matches across Arabic, English, and other languages — turning every DWTC or ADNEC conference into a global networking powerhouse.
Arabic & English Badge Printing
Right-to-left Arabic name printing alongside English. Custom badge templates for DWTC, ADNEC Abu Dhabi, Expo City Dubai, and Madinat Jumeirah. VIP and government delegate variants.
Government & Corporate Sponsor Portals
UAE sponsors — government entities, multinationals, and UAE national champions — get dedicated lead-capture portals with real-time analytics and post-event ROI reports.
Multi-Day Agenda Builder
Build UAE's signature multi-day MICE events — VIP plenaries, technical workshops, gala dinners, and cultural programmes — in a single drag-and-drop agenda builder.
Hybrid & MENA Streaming
Reach delegates across MENA, South Asia, and Europe. Stream sessions in Arabic and English, run virtual networking lounges, and serve remote attendees on GST.
Apple & Google Wallet Passes
Paperless entry at DWTC, ADNEC, and Expo City Dubai. Wallet passes on registration, QR check-in on any iOS or Android device — no dedicated hardware required.
Why United Arab Emirates conference organisers choose Who's In
- Local tax support (AED) — compliant out of the box
- AI attendee matchmaking on every plan
- Sponsor portals with real-time lead capture
- Custom badge printing with QR & LinkedIn codes
- Apple & Google Wallet passes for frictionless check-in
- Hybrid streaming for domestic and international delegates
- Multi-day, multi-track agenda builder
- No per-attendee fees on free events
≈ AED179/mo
- Up to 500 attendees
- AI networking & matchmaking
- Custom badge printing
- Sponsor portal
- Agenda builder
- QR check-in scanner
≈ AED549/mo
- Unlimited attendees
- Speaker management
- Multi-event analytics
- Priority support
- Custom domain & branding
- Advanced sponsor analytics
2.7% platform fee on paid ticket events. Free events always free.
"We ran a 2,200-delegate energy conference at ADNEC Abu Dhabi. Who's In handled Arabic and English registration, government VIP ticketing, and sponsor portals. The AI matchmaking drove more meetings on day one than we'd seen at previous events."
Top conference venues in United Arab Emirates
Real United Arab Emirates venues where organisers host conferences, summits, and multi-day events.
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
Exhibition hall · 3,000-15,000 delegates
Sheikh Zayed Road landmark hosting GITEX, Arab Health, and Gulf-region mega-conferences
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)
Convention centre · 2,000-10,000 delegates
Yas Island precinct venue for ADIPEC energy conferences and government summits
Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre, Dubai
Hotel conference · 500-2,000 delegates
Luxury Arabian-themed resort venue for executive summits and C-suite retreats
Expo City Dubai
Convention centre · 2,000-8,000 delegates
Legacy of Expo 2020; state-of-the-art facilities for sustainability and innovation conferences
Sharjah Expo Centre
Exhibition hall · 500-3,000 delegates
Cultural-emirate venue popular for publishing, education, and Islamic-finance conferences
Atlantis The Royal Conference Centre, Dubai
Hotel conference · 300-1,500 delegates
Ultra-premium Palm Jumeirah venue for high-end fintech and luxury-industry events
Conference seasons in United Arab Emirates
Peak MICE season
Cooler temperatures and GITEX week launch the UAE's busiest conference period. Energy, fintech, and healthcare conferences pack Dubai and Abu Dhabi through December.
Post-holiday knowledge season
Government summits (World Government Summit in February), real-estate expos, and education conferences fill the new-year calendar.
Spring wind-down
Final conferences before summer heat. Ramadan scheduling shapes event timing — Iftar networking dinners become premium sponsor opportunities.
Summer off-season
Extreme heat moves most events indoors or online. Some organisers take advantage of off-peak venue rates for smaller specialist workshops and planning retreats.
United Arab Emirates conference organiser spotlight
Fatima Al-Rashid
Gulf Nonprofit Leaders Summit · 500 delegates attendees
Fatima created the Gulf Nonprofit Leaders Summit to unite charitable organisations across the GCC region. The event at Madinat Jumeirah combines TED-style talks with a fundraising gala dinner, raising over AED 2 million for regional causes each year. It is the only conference in the UAE dedicated exclusively to nonprofit leadership and social-impact strategy.
"The sponsor portal let our corporate partners see exactly how many nonprofit leaders engaged with their CSR initiatives — that transparency doubled our sponsorship revenue."
Frequently asked questions
Does Who's In support Arabic for UAE conferences?
Yes. Registration forms, confirmation emails, and badge printing support Arabic (right-to-left layout) and English. Bilingual confirmation emails configurable per attendee language preference.
What does Who's In cost in AED?
Starter approximately AED 179/mo, Pro approximately AED 549/mo (billed in USD — $49 and $149 at standard exchange). A 2.7% fee applies on paid ticket events.
Does Who's In support UAE VAT on conference ticket sales?
Yes. Configure 5% UAE VAT on ticket prices, displayed inclusive or exclusive. Automated tax invoices with TRN (Tax Registration Number) for attendees on request.
How does Who's In handle government and VIP delegate requirements in the UAE?
Create separate ticket types for government officials, VIP delegates, press, and general attendees — each with custom badge designs, dedicated check-in lanes, and access permissions.
Can Who's In handle Ramadan scheduling for UAE conferences?
Yes. Session scheduling supports any time format, and you can configure prayer break slots, Iftar sessions, and modified evening schedules during Ramadan within the agenda builder.
Run your best United Arab Emirates conference yet
AI networking, custom badges, sponsor portals, and hybrid support — all in one platform built for United Arab Emirates. Start free, upgrade when you're ready.
