Shape the Future of Work

Pre-Conference Masterclasses
16 September 2025

Conference & Expo
17-18 September 2025

Star Awards
18 September 2025

SHRM MENA's Most Powerful
HR & Leadership Convergence

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Register For Expo Visitor Only Access

Join us at SHRM MENA Expo 2025 from September 17-18 in Dubai! With your Expo Pass, gain exclusive access to future-ready workplace solutions, hands-on demos, key seminars, and great networking opportunities. Please note: This pass offers limited access to specific areas and sessions.

Thank you for your interest. Please let us know if you would wish to attend on the 17th or 18th September ?

A Premier Gathering Redefining HR & Business Leadership

The SHRM MENA Annual Conference is the premier gathering for HR professionals, business leaders, thought leaders, and innovators. Set against the dynamic backdrop of Dubai a global business hub renowned for its forward-thinking leadership and rapid digital transformation event will explore the transformative trends reshaping workplaces locally and globally.

On the theme, ‘Shape the Future of Work!’, the conference in its 7th edition, will focus on equipping participants with the latest insights, strategies, and tools to lead dynamic, resilient, and future-ready organizations.

Map Icon  16th - 18th Sep | Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai

The Impact, The Reach, The Growth
Speakers
50+
Speakers
learning hours
15+
learning hours
PDCs (Max)
15+
PDCs (Max)
HR & Tech Leaders
3000+
HR & Tech Leaders
Knowledge sessions
30+
Knowledge sessions
CXOs
100+
CXOs
Be Where the Future of Work Takes Shape

Delegate Pass

Pre-conference Masterclasses

  • Gain early access to exclusive sessions led by global HR and worktech experts.
  • Dive deep into high-impact topics like AI integration, people analytics, and agile leadership.
  • Build a competitive edge with immersive, skill-building workshops before the main conference begins.

Main Stage Sessions

  • Leverage visionary thoughts and bold ideas from world-renowned HR leaders and futurists.
  • Engage with dynamic panels that address today’s biggest workforce challenges and opportunities.
  • Be inspired, with strategic insights to transform your HR leadership journey.

Expo Visitor Only Access

Exposition & Experience Zone

  • Discover cutting-edge HR solutions through hands-on demos and tech showcases.
  • Explore immersive experiences from worktech trailblazers reimagining the future of work.
  • Identify the right tools to elevate employee experience, performance, and operational impact.

Seminars For Visitors

  • Join high-value conversations designed for HR professionals exploring the exposition.
  • Learn from real-world case studies, expert insights, and practical
    takeaways.
  • Ideal for professionals seeking quick, targeted learning on the go.

What's New

New-Age Learning, Elevated

  • Hands-on learning opportunity.
  • Curated cohorts with real-world tools.
  • Designed to provide depth and interactivity.

Collaborative Thought Leadership

  • Innovative new learning formats.
  • Focus on essential AI-era soft skills.
  • Built to shift mindsets and empower to lead.

Unfiltered Conversations in the Idea Lab

  • Peer-led cross-sector discussions.
  • Deep-dive into topical themes.
  • Action-oriented, engaging format.

The People-Tech Expo: Touch, Test, Transform

  • Explore the region’s largest showcase of HRTech solutions.
  • Applicability across function / sectors.
  • Opportunity to experience tools in real-time.

2025 Speakers
Guest of Honor

H.E. Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi

Minister of State for Government Development & the Future
The Government of UAE
Senior Government Dignitaries

H.E. Faisal Saeed Binbuti Al Mheiri

Director General
Federal Authority for Government Human Resources

H.E. Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al-Falasi

Director General
Dubai Government Human Resources Department

Major General Dr. Saleh Abdullah Murad

Director of the Human Resources General Department
Dubai Police Headquarters
Key Speakers

Sanford R. (Sandy) Climan

CEO
EMV(Hollywood Producer)

Achal Khanna

Chief Executive Officer
SHRM APAC & MENA

Shiv

Operating Partner, Advent Private Equity & Chair of SHRM India Conferences & Council

Lars N. Minns

Chief Human Resources Officer
Mercedes-Benz USA

Michael Fraccaro

Senior Fellow
Former Chief People Officer
Mastercard

Nader Haffar

Former Chairman & CEO, KPMG LG
Co-Founder & Chairman, VALYOO Holding

Arda Atalay

Head, LinkedIn Talent Solutions
LinkedIn MENA

Pallav Popli

CRO & Employee Engagement Evangelist
Vantage Circle

Sara Boueri

Group Director of HR for Scope Investment

Ahmed Jassim

Chief Human Resources Officer
Commercial Bank International
Masterclass Facilitators

Vijay Gandhi

Regional Director - EMEA
Korn Ferry Digital

Iktimal Daneshvar

Vice President, RPO - EMEA
Korn Ferry

Prof. Andrew James

Professor of Innovation Management & Policy
Alliance Manchester Business School

Sally Al Shafey

Leadership Solutions Associate Coach

Manar Al-Dina

Leadership Solutions Associate

Sanford R. (Sandy) Climan

CEO
EMV(Hollywood Producer)

Achal Khanna

Chief Executive Officer
SHRM APAC & MENA

Shiv

Operating Partner, Advent Private Equity & Chair of SHRM India Conferences & Council

Lars N. Minns

Chief Human Resources Officer
Mercedes-Benz USA

Michael Fraccaro

Senior Fellow
Former Chief People Officer
Mastercard

Nader Haffar

Former Chairman & CEO, KPMG LG
Co-Founder & Chairman, VALYOO Holding

Arda Atalay

Head, LinkedIn Talent Solutions
LinkedIn MENA

Pallav Popli

CRO & Employee Engagement Evangelist
Vantage Circle

Sara Boueri

Group Director of HR for Scope Investment

Ahmed Jassim

Chief Human Resources Officer
Commercial Bank International
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Registration Platinum Gold Silver Expo Visitor Only Access
Conference: 17th & 18th September
Pre-Conference Masterclasses (2): 16th September
SHRM PMQ License
Access to: EXPO and Seminars 17th & 18th September
Access to: SHRM MENA Star Awards Ceremony 18th September
Standard Price $4000.00 $3500.00 $2500.00
Early-Bird Valid till 1st of August (Limited Seats) $3,600.00 $3,150.00 $2,250.00
Super Early-Bird (Sold Out) $3,200.00 $2,800.00 $2,000.00
*5% VAT will apply.

Interested in registering a group of five or more?
Contact Moataz Elkhamisy: +971 58 259 5495 (Dubai) | [email protected].
For speaking opportunities Contact us at [email protected] or Landline: +971 43649464 (UAE).

SHRM Members Save!
If you are not a member yet, register for your SHRM Global Online Membership
First so you can enjoy the conference plus all the benefits of the SHRM membership for one year.

Registration

Platinum

Conference: 17th & 18th September
Pre-Conference Masterclasses (2): 16th September
SHRM PMQ License
Access to: EXPO and Seminars 17th & 18th September
Access to: SHRM MENA Star Awards Ceremony 18th September
Standard Price $4000.00
Early-Bird Valid till 1st of August $3,600.00 (Limited Seats)
Super Early-Bird (Sold Out)

Gold

Conference: 17th & 18th September
Pre-Conference Masterclasses (2): 16th September
Access to: EXPO and Seminars 17th & 18th September
Access to: SHRM MENA Star Awards Ceremony 18th September
Standard Price $3500.00
Early-Bird Valid till 1st of August $3,150.00 (Limited Seats)
Super Early-Bird (Sold Out)

Silver

Conference: 17th & 18th September
Access to: EXPO and Seminars 17th & 18th September
Access to: SHRM MENA Star Awards Ceremony 18th September
Standard Price $2500.00
Early-Bird Valid till 1st of August $2,250.00 (Limited Seats)
Super Early-Bird (Sold Out)

Expo Visitor Only Access

Access to: EXPO and Seminars 17th & 18th September

Interested in registering a group of five or more?
Contact Moataz Elkhamisy: +971 58 259 5495 (Dubai) | [email protected].
For speaking opportunities Contact us at [email protected] or Landline: +971 43649464 (UAE).

SHRM Members Save!
If you are not a member yet, register for your SHRM Global Online Membership
First so you can enjoy the conference plus all the benefits of the SHRM membership for one year.

Talent Acquisition, Management & Development

Building agile, future-ready talent pipelines through innovative sourcing, development, and employee lifecycle strategies

Strategic HR & Organization Design

Redesigning organizations for agility, alignment, and performance with data-driven strategic HR frameworks

Future of Work & Innovation

Exploring workforce transformation, hybrid models, and digital disruption shaping the evolving future of work

HR Technology & Analytics

Harnessing AI, automation, and predictive analytics to drive smarter HR decisions and workforce efficiency

Leadership & Development

Empowering leaders with adaptive mindsets, emotional intelligence, and skills to lead change in complex ecosystems

Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor

Emdad Al Khebrat
Strategic Sponsors

Tharwah

Academy of Learning
Gold Sponsors

Coursinity

L3oron
Associate Sponsors

Ivory Training & Consulting

Hogan

Morgan

CRI Group

Global Intelligence Association

Maharat Company
Supported By

CEO Academy

SHRM Foundation

SHRM Linkage

SHRM Lab
Strategic Sponsors

Emdad Al Khebrat

Tharwah

Academy of Learning
Headline Sponsor

Ivory Training & Consulting
Platinum Sponsor

Vantage Circle
Exhibitor Sponsors

Manchester

Magnar

HTDC

Intervu.ai

Korn Ferry

ets

Center for Creative Leadership

Krya
Supported By

CEO Academy

SHRM Foundation

SHRM Linkage

SHRM Lab
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