ABG HOSTS CMO FORUM

ABG brought together senior marketing leaders at the CMO Forum in Dubai for a candid discussion on navigating geopolitical uncertainty, protecting brand trust, and driving growth in a rapidly shifting regional landscape.
ABG MARKETING LEADERSHIP UNDER PRESSURE | 2026

Senior marketing leaders across the Middle East and GCC came together at ABG’s first CMO Forum to discuss the growing pressure on brands to deliver measurable growth while protecting long-term brand equity. The report captures key priorities, challenges, and strategic shifts shaping the future of marketing leadership.
CMOs CALL FOR SIMPLICITY AND LONG-TERM FOCUS

The Advertising Business Group (ABG) has held its inaugural CMO Forum, bringing together senior marketing leaders for closed-door discussions on one of the sector’s most pressing challenges: delivering measurable business growth while safeguarding long-term brand equity.
ABG CMO PULSE REPORT | 2026

Marketing leaders across the Middle East are navigating geopolitical pressure, tighter budgets, and rising expectations for measurable growth. ABG’s April 2026 CMO Pulse captures how senior leaders across 9+ markets are adapting strategy, investment, and priorities in real time.