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Cloud Spaces Announces Free Workshop on Leveraging Your LinkedIn Presence - Middle East Business News and Information

Mid East Info13-05-2025

Cloud Spaces, UAE's leading flexible workspace provider, is set to host an informative event in Dubai on how to grow your personal brand on LinkedIn. The workshop is set to take place on May 21st, from 4pm to 6pm at Cloud Spaces newest location, Dubai Mall Fountain Views and is open for all via registration.
Led by LinkedIn Journalist, Nabila Rahhal, guests can expect a practical session designed for entrepreneurs and business owners looking to leverage their presence on LinkedIn. The session will focus on the specifics of building a strong personal content strategy on the platform, growing your brand, the anatomy of a great post and how to effectively share company updates, such as funding news.
The event reflects Cloud Spaces' ongoing commitment to supporting the UAE's Year of Community 2025 and strengthening the local business ecosystem. By expanding its presence across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Cloud Spaces is providing entrepreneurs, SMEs, and companies with the resources and collaborative environments they need to thrive—contributing to the growth of the national economy and fostering a more connected, empowered business community.
ABOUT CLOUD SPACES:
Cloud Spaces is the region's pioneering brand of flexible workspace solutions. Redefining the way businesses and professionals thrive in the UAE, KSA & beyond. Prepare to be inspired, empowered, and elevated as you step into our holistic environments that seamlessly blend innovative workspaces, enriching amenities, unmatched hospitality, and transformative business support.
We are on a mission to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs, businesses at all stages, and industry leaders. By prioritizing the well-being and productivity of our people, our state-of-the- art locations across lifestyle malls are designed to ignite creativity, boost motivation and foster a lifestyle-focused approach to work that will propel your success.
Currently operating five locations in the UAE across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with one recent location opening in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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