Global Digital Human Resource Transformation & Analytics 2025
DENISSE GOLDFARB
Founder, The People Future
CHARLIE WALKER
Motivational Speaker, Explorer, Writer
DR. KATE BARKER
Chief Futurist and Future of Work Expert, NEOM
ALBERT LOYOLA
Partner, Ignite Human AI
PETE COHEN
The People's Coach
aMELIA KALLMAN
Futurist
sARAH BALDEO
Neuroscientist, CEO of IDQ Advisory Group
DR. EBRAHIM ALKHAJEH
Division Director of Human Resources, Abu Dhabi Customs
MURAD SAHAWNEH
Group Chief Human Resources Officer, Power International Holding
DIANAH AL ABDULJABBAR
Chief HR Officer, LTIM Aramco Digital Solutions for IT
AMY COLEMAN
CVP, Human Resources and Corporate Functions, Microsoft
MARIO BASTONI
Executive Director of People and Development, Department of Finance, Abu Dhabi
HANI ISMAIL
Chief Human Resources Officer, Zand Bank
ASHRAF AL EID
Chief Human Resources Officer, Tilad Environmental Trading
MANISH MOHAN MISRA
Group Head, HR transformation, EDNOC
HENRIK Håkansson
Global Head of People Analytics, Volvo Cars
Mona Fekri
Chief Human Capital Officer, DUCAB
pATRICK coolen
Partner, KennedyFitch
RUBEN GROEN
Global Head of Strategic Workforce Planning & People Analytics, Merck
GISHAN NISSANKA
Global Head of People Intelligence, Worldline
Ahmed Alhomoud
Chief Human Resources Officer , Cenomi Group
pETER sAMPSON
Global Director, Talent Acquisition, Amazon
RUDY AFANDI
Former CHRO of PT XL Axiata and GE Indonesia
PAUL VINCENT
Group Head of People Technology & People Analytics, Jardine Matheson Ltd
AURAKANDA ATTAVIPACH
Chief People Officer, Minor International PLC
CRAIG MURPHY
Chief Human Resources Officer, Hazeldenes
ADAM MCKINNON
People Data and Analytics Leader, Reece Group
NEERAJ TANDON
Global Head People Analytics and Employee Listening, Philips
UDAY BURRA
Head of People Care, Nokia
VINCENT CHUNG
Head of People Services and Systems
LUZ MERCURIO
Chief People & Culture Officer, Monde Nissin Corporation
ALOYSIUS BUDI SANTOSO
Chief Corporate Human Capital Development, PT. Astra international
NERISSA BERBA
EVP/Chief People Officer, Security Bank Corporation
SHAZLI GHANI
Cluster Human Resources Director, L'Oréal
DR. DAVID SWANAGON
Partner, Swanagon Analytics (USA)
RHONEIL CAIMOL
Vice President of Human Resources, Sales, SMDC
ROSS SPARKMAN
Senior Director, Workforce Strategy, Walmart
HUM WHYE SENG
Head of Solution Consulting (APAC), Visier Inc.
Your Master Trainer
JEFF WELLSTEAD
Founder of Big Bear Partners
- Former VP Global Human Resources, Symantec
- Former Director of Human Resources, EFS, Merrill Lynch & Co.
- Former VP Global Employee Development, PeopleSoft
- Former Director of Human Resources Northeast (EDS)
- Former Director of Human Resources, Merrill Lynch
With over 25 years of pioneering experience in Human Resources and business innovation, Jeff specializes in transforming start-ups to scale-ups, leveraging full-stack HR strategies and advanced technologies. His expertise spans across AI-driven HR solutions, fostering Talent Intelligence capabilities, and creating skills-based organizations.
As the founder of Big Bear Partners, Jeff empowers organizations to harness AI in HR technology, building robust, scalable HR functions that drive commercial success. His strategic interventions ensure rapid global scaling while preserving early-stage cultural integrity and enhancing employee engagement. Jeff is committed to aligning with his clients' missions and visions, delivering high-impact, sustainable HR solutions.
He steered companies towards achieving 250% growth annually, supporting four acquisitions (Spinvox, MessageLabs, Skype and MetaPack), maintaining top talent retention, and ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence whilst providing a steady state for fast-growth businesses. He is also an educator and business accelerator dedicated to evolving HR functions into strategic business advantages.
Your Co-Trainer
JAKUB KUBRYNSKI
DevSkiller CoFounder & Chief Executive Officer
Jakub Kubryński is a distinguished software architect, seasoned public speaker, and university lecturer with over seven years of teaching experience at the IT Business Management School at AGH University in Warsaw. With more than 15 years of expertise in team building and restructuring organizations to transition into skills-based models, he has successfully led companies ranging from 700 to 20,000 employees through these transformations.
His engineering background was pivotal in creating DevSkiller, where he played a key role in developing the platform. With a deep understanding of technology and a passion for solving complex challenges, Jakub has continuously driven the evolution of DevSkiller. His current focus is on helping customers transform into fully skills-based organizations, empowering them to address the shifting workforce demands driven by rapid technological advancements. Jakub is dedicated to fostering a future where organizations are agile, adaptive, and ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s job market.
Your Master Trainer
LAURENCE SMITH
Head of Transformation, Global Transformation Partners
Laurence is recognised as a thought leader in Digital Transformation for leading the Digital Mindset & award-winning Hackathon initiative at DBS Bank. He advises companies globally on becoming more Purpose driven and accelerating their Digital Transformation. Global #1 bestselling author on Transformation Mindset, he is sought after to advise on the ‘Triple Transformation’ of Digital, AI & Sustainability. He also had leadership roles at GE Capital and LG, Electronics, Zand Bank, & TechCom Bank. He was previously at McKinsey & Co, and the WorldBank. He holds an MSc in Organizational Learning.
Certified Practitioner providing Sustainability Maturity Index Assessments, consulting & advisory on the Sustainability Transformation journey. Also, Purpose, Mindset & Capabilities to accelerate your transformation. Involved in Sustainability & Climate since 2008. Certified in Digital Maturity Index. (AI,Future Readiness, Culture, Individual Digital Capabilities) Led the Digital Mindset & Hackathon initiatives at DBS Bank, receiving CEO's Innovation Award, and helping DBS become recognized as 'the World's Best Bank'
Persuaded DBS CEO to focus on 'Purpose' - which led DBS to the transformational journey of 'Making Banking Joyful' - which today has evolved to 'a BetterBank, for a Better World' and some of the most ambitious Net Zero commitments of any bank.
Supporting Partners
Supporting Partners
Supporting Partners
Supporting Partners
Middle East HR Awards 2025
Organizations Award
- HR Digital Transformation Excellence Award
This award recognizes HR team who has introduced groundbreaking ideas, tools, or practices that significantly digitalize HR functions and drive organizational success
- Best Talent Management & Acquisition Strategy Award
This accolade honors a recruitment strategy that effectively sourcing, candidate experience, assessments, and career planning while demonstrating creativity and efficiency in the recruitment process
- Best Practices HR Team Award
This award celebrates an HR team that consistently implements best practices in human resource management showcasing excellence in processes and outcomes
- Workplace Culture Champion
Awarded to a team that actively fosters a positive workplace culture, promoting employee engagement, collaboration, and well-being
- Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
This honor recognizes initiatives that successfully promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization making significant strides toward a more inclusive workplace
- HR Analytical Excellence Award
Awarded to a team that successfully implement data analytics that drive better decision making in improving employee engagement and achieving measurable result
Individuals Award
- Outstanding CHRO of the Year
This distinguished award honors a trailblazer who demonstrates exceptional foresight in managing human resources, while cultivating a culture of futuristic and modernization through creative HR initiatives
Honorable Panel of Judges
GISHAN NISSANKA
Global Head of People Intelligence, Worldline
jEFF WELLSTEAD
Founder, Big Bear Partners
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hours of live & interactive sharing sessions, HR case studies, best practices, trends & tech, insights & frameworks.0
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attendees with various market exposure, from diverse industries.0+
speakers of highly sought-after experience, diverse expertise and specializations in various functions of HR and leadership.Event Description
This prestigious event will unite more than 300 HR leaders from around the globe for three days of dynamic discourse, exploration, and collaboration on a wide range of topics encompassing Global Digital HR Transformation & Analytics. The event will provide a comprehensive understanding of the latest HR technologies, learn functional strategies and understand the effectiveness of analytics in anticipating workforce needs, identifying trends, and improving HR outcomes.
Who should attend this event?
- Chief Human Resources Officer
- VP Human Resources
- Head of Talent Management
- Human Resource Director
- Chief Learning Officer
- Chief Experience Officer
- Chief Diversity Officer
- Head of Payroll, Compensation & Benefits
- Employee Engagement
- Organizational Development
- Culture, Diversity & Inclusion
- Learning, Training & Development
- HR Business Partner
- HR Analytics
Why you should not miss this event?
- Engaging Conference Sessions: Immerse yourself in two days of dynamic & thought-provoking conference sessions, followed by a full day of interactive hands-on workshop.
- Learn from Industry Leaders: Gain invaluable knowledge from 20 seasoned Chief Human Resource Officers, VP Human Resources, & HR leaders sharing their wealth of experiences.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with over 300 global leaders in exchanging ideas & experiences that can lead to future collaborations & partnerships.
- Industry Insights: Discover a broad range of topics focused on actionable best practices following the changing regulatory environment & current trends.
- Hands-On Learning: The full day of interactive workshop allows you to apply what you've learned in a practical setting focusing HR strategies and initiatives.
- Certification: Upon completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion & Attendance & Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.
- Benchmarking: Identify areas for improvement and innovation, ensuring your HR strategies remain competitive & effective.