Al Geemi had the privilege of attending the 9th Annual HR Tech MENA Summit 2023, held on March 1st and 2nd, 2023, at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai. The summit brought together HR professionals, IT decision-makers, and tech experts from across the Middle East and around the world.
Al Geemi’s Representation at the Summit
Al Geemi was proudly represented by:
- Mr. Qayssar Al-Hussein – HR Director & Executive Committee Member
- Mr. Wesam Alghazali – MEP Director & Executive Committee Member
- Ms. Madhavi Bhange – Senior HR Officer
- Mr. Naveen Menezes – IT Manager
The Significance of the HR Tech MENA Summit
The HR Tech MENA Summit is a leading event that focuses on state-of-the-art HR technology and provides a platform for professionals to learn from global experts. With technology becoming a key player in shaping the future of work, this summit served as an excellent opportunity for HR professionals and tech leaders to share insights and network.
This year, the summit gathered over 500 HR professionals and IT decision-makers, along with key technology providers from around the world. The event featured an impressive line-up of speakers, including:
- Mark Thompson – World’s No.1 CEO Coach (USA)
- Dr. Bonita Thompson – World’s No.1 Collaboration Coach (USA)
- Dr. Leena Johns, MD – Chief Health & Wellness Officer (MAXIS GBN)
- Dr. Shafiq Shaikh – Head of Claims, Gulf (MetLife)
- Peter Gesper – Senior VP of IT (Noon)
- Ahmad Alhammad – Chief HR Officer (Kuwait Telecommunications Company)
- Monica Hernandez Alarcon – HR Director (General Motors)
- Dr. Ebrahim Al-Khajeh – Division Director of Human Capital (Abu Dhabi Customs)
Key Topics and Industry Trends Discussed
The summit covered a range of topics, from digital transformation to employee well-being. The discussions were well-researched, relevant, and aligned with current global HR challenges. The event also addressed the latest trends in HR technology, making it an essential platform for organizations to stay ahead of the curve.
Technology and Service Providers at the Summit
Leading HR technology innovators and well-being providers attended the event, including top organizations like:
- MetLife
- Darwinbox
- Coursera
- Foundit
- Qualtrics
- Cornerstone OnDemand
- UKG
- Leena AI
These companies showcased cutting-edge solutions and services that are shaping the future of HR.
Al Geemi’s Success at the Summit
The event concluded with an exciting raffle draw, where Mr. Naveen Menezes, Al Geemi’s IT Manager, was one of the lucky prize winners! Al Geemi is grateful to the HR Tech MENA Summit team for organizing such an insightful and engaging event. We look forward to future opportunities to collaborate and stay at the forefront of HR technology.
