Jacob Alahan
CEO, Corporate Event Solutions

Mark Sclaire,
Mark Sclaire Sales Training & Motivation

Waleed Hariri & Ashley Bob

Thriving minds, Thriving Business: Investing in mental wellbeing for long term success

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, mental wellbeing is no longer a luxury—it’s a strategic necessity. This keynote session, “Thriving Minds, Thriving Business: Investing in Mental Wellbeing for Long-Term Success”, explores the critical role mental health plays in fostering resilience, enhancing productivity, and driving sustainable business outcomes.

The latest findings from Gallup State of the Global Workforce Report were alarming. Where 25% employees from the Middle East of employees are thriving compared with 34% globally, 61% are struggling compared with 58% globally, and 13% are suffering compared with 8% globally. Despite all the efforts to improve employee engagement worldwide, the percentage of engaged employees remains below 25%. This is a good indication that we need to act now and act fast to improve the mental wellbeing of employees in this region.

Attendees will gain insight into how forward-thinking organizations are reimagining their workplace cultures to prioritize employee mental wellness as a core component of their business strategy. Through real-world examples, evidence-based practices, and innovative approaches, the session will highlight how investing in the mental wellbeing of employees leads to higher engagement, reduced absenteeism, and a more dynamic workforce equipped to navigate today’s challenges.

Throughout the session participants will discover actionable strategies for embedding mental wellness into your company’s DNA, and learn how cultivating thriving minds is the key to building a thriving business.

Laszlo Avramov
Co-Founder Switchapp.io/Leadership Lecturer/Executive Coach

Developing Leaders for Vision 2030: Leveraging Technology and Human Insight for Sustainable Growth

Nausheen Saumtally
TEI Consultant

The Human Experience Journey in the Future of Work

The Human Experience Journey in the Future of Work explores how HR leaders in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can adopt a human-first approach to transform workplaces. This session will highlight how prioritizing employee well-being and performance not only enhances organizational success but also aligns with the strategic goals of Vision 2030. Attendees will gain insights into fostering a people-centric work environment that drives innovation, productivity, and sustainable growth in Saudi Arabia’s evolving workforce, creating a future-ready organization that thrives on the human experience.

Mahmoud Alabdali Phd
Doctoral Scholar King Abdulaziz University

Algorithmic Management, A new Trend and The next HRM Future

Abstract: This study examines the role of using algorithmic human resource management (HRM) to make strategic decisions concerning firms’ human resource (HR) activities. This study develops a scale to measure algorithmic HRM usage in its first phase. In the second phase, it is found that algorithmic HRM usage significantly impacts strategic HR decision-making, which helps and enables firms to create a competitive advantage. Utilizing the authors’ LinkedIn profiles, 234 participants were included in the fieldwork. Collected data were analyzed by applying partial least squares structure equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The mediating roles of HR strategic decision-making and HR digital maturity as moderators in enabling the impact of algorithmic HRM on the firm’s competitive advantage have been corroborated. This study finds a strong relationship between algorithmic HRM usage and competitive advantage, a significant relationship between algorithmic HRM usage and strategic HR decision-making, and a significant relationship between strategic HR decision-making and competitive advantage. The moderating role of HR digital maturity was insignificant in this research, paving the way for future research. This research, the model, and its findings contribute to the theory and implicate the practicality of algorithmic HRM. It is one of few papers addressing algorithmic HRM usage in a transitioning economy like Saudi Arabia.

Alia Hassan
Group Talent Engagement & Development Manager, DAS Holding Group

The Missing Puzzle in the organization learning and development EQ and Mental wellbeing

Abstract:
Many organisations underestimate the importance of EQ and employee’s mental wellbeing. In this presentation I will share how critical it is to invest and educate our employees capability in emotional intelligence and manage their mental wellbeing. Lacking in these areas consistently effecting the failures in many organisation processes from recruitment, onboarding, engagement, leadership, and performances. Solving this puzzle will bring a significant impact in your organisation success and development.

Bio:
Alia is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in HR, Learning & Development, and Emiratisation. She specializes in crafting impactful L&D strategies, fostering personal development, providing behavioral coaching utilizing EQ and Enneagram methodologies, talent management, and expertly identifying top talent in recruitment. In addition to her bachelor’s degree in finance, Alia holds certifications in CIPD level 5 in HR, EQ & Enneagram coaching, Certified Performance Management Professional (CPMP), and an HR City & Guild Diploma (UK).

Majed Almatroud
Human Capital and general Manager at National Debt Management Center – NDMC

Human Capital Future Focus

Abstract:

What are the most priorities should HR executives focus on in the future along with new generation interests.

Bio:

Majed with over 12 years experience in different filed of HR, contributed in achieving such projects related to HR transformation and capability building.

Moustafa Hassan
Global Head of Capability and People Development Alfanar Projects

L&D 360: Budget Planning and Forecasting for Maximum impact

Abstract: Balance the technical aspect of Planning, budgeting, and forecasting with the growth and strategic role of learning and development in a corporate setting.

Bio: With over 23 years of experience in learning and development, Moustafa has been working in many HR roles. Trainer, facilitator, mentor, coach, HR manager, performance consultant, People and Capability Development Consultant, and leader as well as a global manager to collaborate and drive success to

corporations in several fields such as project, retail, manufacturing, trading, etc. He is a Learning and Development Expert who works in different HR fields in different areas such as organizations, universities, and institutions. Moustafa earned his master’s degree in Education and Learning Innovation from the University of South Wales, UK. He then specialized in Education and learning innovation, and designed many programs, curricula, and training strategies for individuals, business owners, institutions, and organizations. He earned his Agricultural Science bachelor’s degree of Engineering in 1999 from Ain Shams University in Economics major.