Programme Revealed for the 7th HR & People Development Summit, Dubai
This two day event, from the 4–5 February, brings together senior HR and People leaders to explore leadership, culture, wellbeing, performance and AI.
The full programme has now been announced for the 7th HR & People Development Summit, taking place in Dubai on 4–5 February. The invitation-only event will bring together senior HR, Learning and People Development leaders from across the MENA region for two days of strategic discussion, peer insight and structured networking.
Designed for HR Directors, Heads of People, Learning and Talent, the Summit focuses on the most pressing challenges facing organisations today from leadership capability and culture change to workforce performance, wellbeing and the growing influence of AI on people development.
Day One: Performance, Culture and Capability
Wednesday 4 February opens with a keynote from Dr. Corrie Block, Tier-1 Executive Coach, bestselling author and performance neuroscientist, setting a strong foundation grounded in neuroscience and real-world application.
The day features interactive strategy groups focused on:
- Transform Together: Hands-On Strategies for Culture Change – One Team at a time
Gabriele Metz, Global Head of Compliance Culture, Communications and Training, Ericsson - Re-Imaging how AI & Science intersect to transform People Development into Performance
Dr Juan Swartz, Chief AI Officer, AI Unlox - Reskilling and Upskilling Your Workforce
Ahmed Maher, Human Resources Director, Shell - Wired to Engage: The Neuroscience of Motivation and Human Connection
Natalie Gleeson, Vice President Human Capital, Pure Harvest Smart Farms
The day concludes with networking drinks, offering delegates the opportunity to continue conversations in a relaxed setting.
Day Two: Balancing Technology, Wellbeing and Human Leadership
Thursday 5 February begins with a keynote from global speakers and authors Ken and Debra Corey, exploring leadership and human performance in today’s complex environments.
Strategy groups on Day Two include:
- AI vs Human Coaching
Dr. Don Vimal, Head of Human Resources – UAE, Middle East & North Africa, American Express - Yin and Yang of Well-being and Performance
Riddhima Kowley, Global Head of Wellbeing and DEI, Cloud and Network Services, Nokia - Championing Employee Wellbeing
Uzma Chishti, Group Head of Human Resources, Al Kabeer Group
The Summit concludes with a closing plenary discussion on the psychological impact of digital overload in L&D, bringing together senior voices from industry and academia, including representatives from DIFC Academy, the World Economic Forum, Harvard Business Faculty GCC, InstaShop and The Hershey Company.
Alongside its content programme, the HR & People Development Summit is known for its highly structured format, combining keynote presentations, peer-led discussions and pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with carefully matched solution providers. This ensures delegates leave with practical insights, valuable connections and outcomes aligned to their organisational priorities.
If you would like to attend as either a vendor or a delegate please register your interest here.