For the first time in the GCC countries, Kuwait Shell in collaboration with the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) held the inaugural International Professionals in Energy Conference (IPEC) under the theme "Empowering Women's Leadership"... Shell outlined during the conference, that by providing equal opportunities and appreciating the diversity of ethnicity, age and gender, a working culture where differences are valued will be created. The conference addressed interesting topics focusing on the exciting opportunities as well as challenges for women to further their careers, especially in the oil and gas sector. It also profiled women's success stories and experiences that proved that women are accomplished leaders holding key positions in their respective companies.