Nader Haffar is the former Chairman and CEO of KPMG LG in the UAE and Oman and Chairman of KPMG Middle East, South Asia and Caspin Countries (MESAC).  A seasoned business leader and a Board Member on selected local and global Boards. Served on the Dubai International Chamber, Chaired KPMG MESAC Board, Best Buddies Advisory Committee, and Board members of Primus Partners Consulting. With over 35 years of experience in Professional Services and Management Consulting global, regional and local spanning across the world, Nader brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as the Co-Founder and Chairman of VALYOO Holding. His career has been defined by his ability to drive transformative change and foster a culture of excellence in the organizations he has led.

Most recently, Nader served as the Chairman and CEO of a leading Big 4 professional services firm in the Lower Gulf region. During Nader As Chairman and CEO, he played a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s growth and success. Guided by core values of integrity and excellence, Nader implemented strategic initiatives that propelled the organization forward. His focus on fostering employee well-being, corporate social responsibility, and building strong partnerships contributed to the firm’s positive impact.

Under Nader’s leadership, the firm witnessed a transformation in its Audit practice, with significant investments made to enhance quality and deliver exceptional service to clients. Integrity remained at the heart of everything the firm did, and Nader’s commitment to building trust and eminence solidified its position as a trusted advisor to clients.

Nader’s vision extended beyond immediate success. He recognized the importance of the private sector’s role in environmental protection and sustainability. Through strategic initiatives, Nader implemented energy-efficient practices, contributing to reduced energy and water consumption.

Passionate about fostering gender equality, Nader championed initiatives to promote women’s representation in leadership and board roles. He prioritized creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where women had equal opportunities for growth and advancement.

In addition to his professional achievements, Nader is a dedicated philanthropist, actively engaging in corporate social responsibility activities. He believes in giving back to society and has participated in initiatives that contribute to the betterment of communities.

In his rare moments of leisure, Nader finds solace in his passion for music and enjoys pursuing his personal and sports interests.

With his vast experience, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Nader Haffar continues to drive VALYOO Holding forward, ensuring the company’s success and making a positive impact on the investment landscape.

Founder and CEO of Tharwah Holding Company (Tadawul: 9606.SR), a Saudi firm dedicated to creating a positive and sustainable impact for people, organizations, and communities. What began as a one-person mission in 2012 has grown into a publicly listed company with a market valuation exceeding SAR 200 million, trusted by ministries, giga-projects, and industry leaders across the Kingdom.

His background combines strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a deep interest in the future of work. He is passionate about enabling transformation at scale, whether through workforce redesign, leadership development, or the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. He firmly believes that culture and leadership are as critical to success as strategy and execution. Internally, he is focused on building a more empowered and resilient organization where people lead with confidence and learning is continuous.

Outside of work, he is drawn to EVs, emerging tech, and meaningful conversations about the future.

Ahmed brings extensive expertise in strategic human resource management, organisational transformation, and leadership development to his role as Chief Human Resources Officer at Commercial Bank International. Ahmed has previously held senior roles at leading organisations, driving key initiatives to optimise HR strategy and talent development. 

A Senior Certified Professional (SCP) by SHRM, Ahmed is focused on nurturing a positive workplace culture, while strategically attracting and retaining top talent to support CBI’s continued growth and development. 

He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration – Human Resource Management, and has completed executive programmes at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and Columbia Engineering, with a focus on leading through disruption and transformational HR.

Sid Ahmed Benraouane, is a globally recognized expert in AI governance, ethics, and strategy, I bring over 20 years of experience advising senior leaders in the government and private sector across the US, Europe, and the Middle East. He specializes in crafting and implementing legislative frameworks for AI management systems, risk management, AI trustworthiness, and AI maturity assessment, ensuring organizations navigate the complexities of emerging technologies while maintaining ethical integrity. As a member expert of the USA Working Group 1 at ISO, he contributed to developing many AI standards (42001 Management System, 42005 Impact Assessment, and others). Before that, he led an ISO country Working Group in charge of developing ISO 56001:2024 Innovation Management System.

From guiding the Dubai Government in building its foresight and innovation ecosystem to coaching organizations on AI management systems, He empowers leaders to make data-driven, future-focused decisions. His expertise ensures that organizations remain agile, accountable, and prepared for the transformative impact of AI and emerging technologies.

Business leaders seeking ISO certification, conformity assessment, or guidance on how to put together an AI Governance framework that is complaint with the EU AI Act, and the new ISO Standard 42001 AI Management System, can find step-by-step guidance in his recent book on AI Management Systems ISO 42001 published in 2024 by CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group.

Pallav is a distinguished leader with nearly two decades of expertise in industries like HCM, SaaS/PaaS, HR outsourcing, and recognition and rewards. His deep knowledge in HR technology, Rewards and Recognition programs makes him a sought-after speaker in the HR space. With a strong foundation in consulting, recognition strategy, and HR solutions, Pallav is known for simplifying complex products and translating them into actionable insights for entrepreneurs, HR leaders and professionals. 

His ability to demystify HR technologies, particularly in the recognition and rewards domain, empowers organizations to optimize their HR strategy and boost workforce engagement. Pallav’s extensive experience, combined with his impactful skills, makes him a valuable voice at industry events. He highlights how cutting-edge technologies, and strategic frameworks can streamline HR processes and elevate employee recognition initiatives.

Sara is an award-winning HR leader with over 15 years of experience driving transformative change across tech, logistics, construction, manufacturing, and oil & gas sectors.

Known for challenging traditional HR models, she designs future-ready people strategies that balance innovation with operational rigor.

She is passionate about making equity, performance, and culture the beating heart of business strategy. Whether she’s preparing organizations for franchising, building career ladders for junior talent, or automating HR with AI, she brings a rare mix of empathy, practicality, and vision.

Dr. Salima Hamouche is a Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). She graduated from the University of Montreal (PhD) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (Canada).

Dr. Salima has a strong academic background and practical experience in HRM and employee’s mental health and well-being at work. Besides her academic experience, she has extensive corporate experience as an HR consultant and HR director in small and large organizations, including multinational companies.

She has also served for several years on the boards of directors as an administrator and vice president in Canada. Her research interests are centered on HRM, AI in HR, employees’ well-being, and corporate happiness.

She has contributed significantly to these fields through numerous publications and active involvement in initiatives aimed at advancing HRM practices, integrating AI into HR, and promoting workplace well-being.

At Savvy Games Group, Rami serves as the Vice President of Talent Management, where he is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies that reinforce organization’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence.

Prior to this role, during his tenure at Aramco as Head of HR in Sales, Trading and Supply Planning (ST&SP), he played a pivotal role in establishing a comprehensive Talent Management infrastructure that has become integral to employee development and retention.

With more than 2 decades of experience in strategic leadership and transformation, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive impactful change and contribute to the long-term success of organizations.

He is a panel member in SHRM Special Expertise Panel and a member of the Advisory Board of the Human Capital Club in Prince Sultan University. He is a certified SHRM-CP and PHRi from both Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI).

Rami has a bachelor’s degree in management information system and a master’s degree in information technology. He is a certified Career Counselor by both NCDA and IAEVG and a certified change management agent by Prosci on the ADKAR method.