Check out my presentation below about a great domain industry event. Domain Days Dubai will take place this year for the second edition, November 5-6, 2024, in Dubai, UAE. Read my presentation to learn about it, who the speakers are, who you will meet, and why you should attend.
Domain Days Dubai is a 2-day event for domain owners, investors, portfolio managers, and IT managers of domain registrars, hosting companies, and services who want to capitalize on the vast opportunities in domain names and web infrastructures. Get your ticket now and join us on November 5 and 6, 2024, in Dubai for unforgettable networking, invaluable learning, actionable domain name strategies, a live auction, and more.Table of Contents
- 1 What opportunities are in the domain names industry?
- 2 What is Domain Days Dubai 2024?
- 3 Why Should You Attend Domain Days Dubai 2024?
- 4 Location: Marriott Resort Palm Jumeriah
- 5 Speakers at the Domain Days Dubai 2024
- 6 Domain Days Agenda
- 7 Tickets Pricing
- 8 Sponsors & Exhibitors
- 9 Domain Days 2023 Reviews
- 10 Guide: How to make the most of your presence
- 11 Stay updated
- 12 Conclusion
What opportunities are in the domain names industry?
As a community member, you probably know what domain names are and how valuable they are for digital businesses. A good domain name is a digital asset you can quickly flip or build a thriving business on. In today’s digital economy, it’s possible to make a fortune by investing, flipping, or creating a business on domain names.
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What is Domain Days Dubai 2024?
Domain Days Dubai is the domain industry event in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region for Domain Investors, Registrars, Registries, Monetization and traffic, Web 3 Domains, Hosting and Cloud Providers, SaaS, and Industry Enthusiasts.
With a growing focus on the MENA region, Domain Days Dubai provides a gateway to forging new international business contacts and learning about the latest best practices in the domain name industry.
The event is renowned for its high-quality content, excellent networking opportunities, and the unique experience it offers attendees. The event is organized by AEserver.com – a leading domain name registrar & web hosting company in the UAE, in partnership with their local co-host, Dubai Blockchain Center.
Following the remarkable success of Domain Days Dubai 2023, which saw an impressive 191 attendees, 40 distinguished speakers, and representation from 52 nationalities, Munir Badr, the event’s CEO, said this year’s event is poised to be even bigger and better.
Please check the presentation video of the 2023 edition below to learn more about Domain Days and how attending can be beneficial.
Why Should You Attend Domain Days Dubai 2024?
Attending Domain Days Dubai is a prime and unique event for networking, learning opportunities, actionable strategies, and unforgettable experiences.
The conference brings together some of the biggest names in the industry, including famous domainers, panel members, and speakers from around the globe. These speakers and the companies they represent showcase their latest offerings and services, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Check below a couple of reasons why you should attend Domain Days Dubai:
Learning opportunities
It would be best to consider the learning opportunities in sessions and panels, as many domain industry veterans will share insider information and actionable information to help you level up your game.
On November 5 & 6, you can dive deep into the latest industry trends and insights through a comprehensive program of informative sessions and panels. Gain valuable knowledge from domain name experts, thought leaders, and successful entrepreneurs.
You can also ask questions at round tables and get detailed answers to help you implement your ideas. Conferences like this are places where insights are shared.
Networking opportunities
During the two days of the conference, there are many networking opportunities, lunches, and coffee breaks. In addition, there will be plenty of other networking opportunities to connect with other attendees, sponsors, speakers, and potential partners through the conference-dedicated app available for iPhone and Android.
On the second day, after the conference, the VIP ticket holders can go on a Yacht cruise for even more networking opportunities.
I always emphasize the importance of networking and the benefits of meeting, exchanging ideas, and doing business with business people who think alike.
Dubai Marina Yacht Cruise
In addition to the listed networking opportunities, if you get a VIP ticket, you can experience an exclusive opportunity to connect with fellow C-level executives and VIP badge holders.
The event provides a platform for team-building activities and group discussions, facilitates networking, and fosters deeper connections and camaraderie among participants.
Check how the Official After Party – VIP Yacht Cruise went by watching the short clip below:
And if those reasons are not enough for you, there is still plenty of awesome swag like stickers, t-shirts, and other gifts from the companies that exhibit at Domain Days Dubai and the organizers:
Location: Marriott Resort Palm Jumeriah
The event takes place in a brand new hotel, the first Marriott Resort in Dubai, which opened in 2022 on the beach of the iconic Palm Jumeirah. It offers the best of both worlds, catering to both leisure-seeking and dynamic business travelers.
With its convenient conjunction with Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, which connects the downtown area and the Burj Khalifa with the main shopping malls and business districts, the resort is the ideal starting point for exploring all Dubai offers.
Save BIG up to 50% using the special group reservation link – Exclusive to Ticket Holders!
As an attendee of Domain Days Dubai, you can benefit from a special room rate that the organizers secured for the event. Moreover, the room rate is available three days before/after the event, so you can stay longer and explore Dubai!
Speakers at the Domain Days Dubai 2024
Below are just a few speakers at the Domain Days 2024. These industry leaders will share their expertise and insights, offering valuable knowledge and strategies for leveling your domain game.
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Speakers & Moderators
- Dr. Marwan Alzarouni [Linkedin] is the CEO of AI at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism & CEO of Dubai Blockchain Center (Co-Host)
- Mohammed Mubarak Al Falasi [Linkedin] manages the UAE’s Digital Resources Telecommunication and Digital Government Regulatory Authority. Professional Government Relations and Public Affairs Manager with 12 Years of experience in government and public relations, Regulatory compliance in the Telecom and Tech sector, and Government Services Operations, working closely with Government Entities, Public Sector, and Top Tech companies.
- Munir Badr [LinkedIn] is the Founder and curator of Domain Days Dubai and the Founder and CEO of the popular domains and hosting company AEserver.com, which is now the largest private .ae domain name registrar based in the UAE. Munir is also a well-known regional public figure who often comments on domain news, domain disputes, and sales and spreads knowledge and awareness through interviews in the media and digital communities.
- Adel alTerkait [LinkedIn] created a domain name market in the Middle East by founding DALLAL (which means Broker in Arabic) in 1998. He is an active Domainer and investor in Web and Mobile design and development. His assets include some of the most premium Arabic domain names.
- Arjun Sarkar [Linkedin] is the Head of Digital Solutions at Dubai CommerCity. Arjun has over 17 years of experience in digital technology and innovation, especially in retail, eCommerce, and supply chain domains. He is also a well-known public speaker, delivering keynote sessions at global events such as the BRICS Summit Moscow, Web Summit Lisbon, Dublin Tech Summit, and the World E-commerce Forum Istanbul.
- Ayoub Kehel [Linkedin] is the founder of the Arab Domain Academy, which teaches domain names and invests in Arabic and English.
- Braden Pollock [Linkedin] is the founder and owner of Legal Brand Domains, LLC. Braden is an angel investor who has invested in a dozen technology startups, purchased over a dozen small companies that have been rolled up into existing companies he owns and operates, and invested in high-value domain names as an alternative asset class.
- Christopher Niemi [Linkedin] works as Manager of Strategic Initiatives at Markmonitor Inc. Chris is a domain professional with 20+ years experience in domain portfolio strategy, the Top-Level Domain (TLD) space, and TLD operations at the leading corporate registrar, MarkMonitor.
- Darpan Munjal [Linkedin] is the Founder & CEO of Atom.com, a disruptive naming platform and domain marketplace. With a cutting-edge focus on AI, Crowdsourcing, and Branding, Atom is revolutionizing the startup ecosystem by providing essential building blocks for success.
- Dave Evanson [Linkedin] is SEDO’s top broker. Dave has over 35 years of experience in high-level consumer and B2B marketing, strategic planning, and corporate sales.
- Hassan Al Lawati is the CTO of PowerDMARC and has a background in software product management, development, security, cloud computing, and technology project management.
- James Williams [LinkedIn] is the founder and CEO of MrConnectivity. Known by the industry as ‘MrConnectivity,’ James is now the VP of Business Development for the leading number intelligence company XConnect. His multifaceted role encompasses sales, supply, and brand presence, and he is no stranger to speaking at industry events around the world.
- Joe Alagna [Linkedin] is the director of Sales at IT.com. He is a 20-year veteran in the domain name business and an expert in branding and marketing.
- Kyrylo Medvediev [LinkedIn] is the COO and Founder of HeyLink.me, a leading global link management platform that serves over 7 million customers.
- Monte Cahn [LinkedIn] is the Founder and President of RightOfTheDot, LLC, a licensed business and premium domain auction and brokerage firm ($590M in sales) that provides Internet consulting and advice specializing in new and existing TLD strategy, Contention Resolution Services, board advisement, premium domain market positioning, sales, and services.
- Sandy Carter [LinkedIn] is a leading voice in technology, AI, and blockchain who has been recognized as one of CNN’s top ten most powerful women in tech and a top ten Responsible AI leader. She is the COO, Head of All Go-to-Market at Unstoppable Domains, and founder of Unstoppable Women of Web3 and AI.
- Selina Bieber [Linkedin] is GoDaddy’s Vice President for International Markets. Based in the UAE, Selina is responsible for supporting business growth across international markets, focusing on understanding how GoDaddy can better serve our customers as they come online.
- Tess Diaz [Linkedin] is the Director of Channel Development at it.com Domains. She has been in the domain industry since 2006 and specializes in sales, consultancy, and business development, from startups to enterprise organizations.
- Wahid Aziz [Linkedin] is the CEO of Tasjeel.ae, a leading domain registrar and web hosting company based in the UAE since 2009.
Go to the speakers’ dedicated page to see all the speakers, their tracks, and a short description of each of them, including their social media profiles. You can also ask them questions after the speeches or at networking gateways.
Get Your Domain Days Ticket NowDomain Days Agenda
You can view the full agenda of the conference by following this link. There is a nice mix of sessions focused on the arab domain market and the international one, the opportunities available in DUBAI with touches on business, AI, and WEB3.
Registration and networking will start at 8:00 on November 5 and 6. On November 6, a one-hour live domain auction will begin at 12:15 p.m.
Tickets Pricing
You can purchase two ticket types to attend the conference: STANDARD and VIP. Check the main differences between them in the screenshot below:
After you select the type and number of tickets, you can select the meal preference: Standard, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, or Other.
You can purchase your ticket directly from the website through a credit card or by PayPal. Please remember that orders are non-refundable if you get a ticket and can not attend.
- The Standard ticket offers full access to the event, up to 50% off at the venue hotel, daily gourmet catering, networking reception access, event swag bag, and access to the attendee list + the event app. It costs $399, but till November 4, you can get it for $299.25
- In addition to the benefits included in the standard ticket, the VIP ticket offers a VIP badge status, invites to Partner Side Events, access to the VIP networking lounge, and a VIP after-party. It costs $599, but until November 4, it is still available for $449.
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Check the sponsors that make Domain Days Dubai 2024 possible in the pictures below.
Domain Days 2023 Reviews
Domain Days 2023 was the 1st edition of this great event. Still, it was a blast, setting new standards in tech conferences: intelligent people, excellent knowledge, goal-focused, friendly networking, and VIP parties and dinners experience.
Check some of the reviews posted by attendees on social media:
- “I am very happy to have the opportunity to participate in the Dubai Domain Name Day event. The page design of the entire conference, social media promotion, and event arrangements are all very thoughtful and exquisite. The cruise ship activities make people feel more relaxed and happy! More importantly, Dubai Domain Name Day is the beginning of my journey to the Middle East. The Middle East is developing at a very fast speed, and the whole world should pay attention to the Middle East market! Looking forward to a more exciting Domain Name Day in 2024 and more domain name friends!” – Jack Dai – CEO DN.com
- “I have been waiting for 25 years for this event to take place in the MENA region, and it was worth the wait!” – Adel alTerkait, Owner Dallal.com
- “After only a few minutes at Domain Days it was clear that Munir had exceeded all expectations and put on a first class domain name conference, not to be missed. Everything about Domain Days is top notch including facilities, organization, speakers, and attendees. Though a MENA conference it is undoubtedly international in flavor and focus, attracting domain name professionals from all over the region and world.” – Zak Muskovitch, General Counsel, Internet Commerce Association
Guide: How to make the most of your presence
Here are five tips I learned by going to many digital marketing conferences. I suggest checking them and applying if you want to make the most of your presence at the Domain Days Dubai 2024:
- Set the goals you want to reach. Do you want to network, learn, establish new partnerships, or meet existing partners? Ensure you have a goal or two to focus on achieving them.
- Plan your essential meetings. The app allows you to see the list of attendees, speakers, and exhibitors and contact them to schedule an appointment. Sometimes, things can get chaotic during the conference, so you will miss a lot if you don’t arrange the meetings.
- Be cheerful and willing to learn. Attitude is always critical and can make a vast difference in outcomes. I recommend you be positive, glad to meet new people, and ready to find out more and learn new things.
- Select which tracks are essential and which you want to use. As the list of tracks is available, you can select the ones you want to participate in. If more people are on your team, you can choose which goes where to cover as much as possible.
- Follow up soon. It’s essential to start the follow-ups a few days after the event. Otherwise, people will need to remember who you are or will engage in other partnerships. Please make sure you begin follow-up early to maximize outcomes.
Stay updated
You can stay updated with the latest news about the conference by checking the website or visiting the following social media profiles:
- Website: domaindays.com
- Facebook: domaindays
- Instagram: domaindays
- Linkedin: domaindays
- Twitter: domain_days
- Youtube: @domaindays
Conclusion
Domain Days Dubai brings together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts worldwide for two days of insightful discussions, networking, and exploration of the latest domain and hosting industry trends.
Overall, Domain Days Dubai is NOT just another conference but a cornerstone hub of the domaining industry in the MENA region that offers a platform for innovation, learning, and growth.
Attend to meet and learn from suitable domain registrars, investors, hosting companies, domain auction platforms, domain brokers, consultants, and organizations.
As a media partner, I personally invite you to attend Domain Days Dubai on November 5 and 6, 2024. Let’s meet and seize this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and pave the way for a brighter future.
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