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ABOUT CONFERENCE

The HR Circle Summit and Awards is a premier gathering of CHROs and HR leaders navigating Saudi Arabia’s transformative journey toward Vision 2030. As the Kingdom prioritizes employment, innovation, and inclusivity, the summit explores how HR is evolving into a strategic driver of national and organizational growth. From localization to digital transformation, the agenda is designed to unpack real challenges, showcase proven strategies, and accelerate meaningful change across the HR landscape.

With expert-led keynotes, dynamic panel discussions, and collaborative breakout sessions, the summit offers deep insights into building future-ready, people-first organizations. The day concludes with the HR Circle Awards, recognizing outstanding HR leadership, innovation, and impact in shaping the workforce of tomorrow.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
  • HR Technology & People Analytics Heads

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leaders

  • HR Officials & Policy Makers

  • Chief Human Resources Officers

  • HR Directors & Vice Presidents

  • Talent Management & Learning Heads

INDUSTRIES PARTICIPATING
Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical
Banking & Insurance
NBFC
Information Technology
Hospitality
BPOs & KPOs
Telecommunications
e-Commerce

The event will be attended by 150+ participants

  • 08:30 AM

    Registration & Breakfast

  • 09:15 AM

    Setting the Strategic Intent

  • 09:30 AM

    Chairperson Opening Remarks

  • 09:40 AM

    Panel Discussion 1: Building a Saudi-First Talent Strategy

  • 10:30 AM

    Keynote 1: Thought Leadership Session

  • 11:00 AM

    Networking & Refreshment Break

  • 11:30 AM

    Keynote 2: Thought Leadership Session

  • 11:50 AM

    Keynote 3: Thought Leadership Session

  • 12:10 PM

    Panel Discussion 2: The Tech-Driven CHRO – Leading HR Digital Transformation

  • 01:00 PM

    Networking Lunch Break

  • 02:40 PM

    Panel Discussion 3: Women in Leadership – Real Progress or Rhetoric?

  • 03:20 PM

    Keynote 4: Thought Leadership Session

  • 03:30 PM

    Networking & Refreshment Break

  • 04:00 PM

    Breakout Sessions: The Evolving Role of CHROs in Vision 2030

  • 04:40 PM

    Award Ceremony: Middle East CFO Connect

  • 05:00 PM

    Closing Remarks & Group Photo

  • 08:30 AM

    Registration & Breakfast

  • 10:15 AM

    Networking Tea & Coffee Break

  • 01:00 PM

    Networking Lunch Break

  • 03:20 PM

    Networking Tea & Coffee Break

OUR SPEAKERS
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Amal Sahrah
Director of Talent Development

CATRION

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Zainab Maghrabi
Leader – Strategy & Transformation

Saudi Geological Survey

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Najla AlSaif
Cheif Transformation and Strategy Officer

Confidential

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Nuha Alhejji
Director of Academic Collaboration

SDAIA

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Dr. Nabil Batawi
CSSO

Misk Foundation

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Ahmed Alhomoud
CHRO

Cenomi Group

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Abdullah Al Khorsan
CHRO

AlYemni Group

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Dr. Mostafa Ghanima
Dir. Group HR Transformation

Saudi German Health

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Fahad Al Shehri
HR & Admin Director

Erth

AWARDS
Individual Awards
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CHRO of the Year
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Best HR Leader in Culture Transformation
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Champion of Agile HR Practices
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Digital Transformation Leader
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Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Award
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Employee Experience Architect
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Excellence in Change Management Leadership
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Excellence in Talent Management
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HR Innovator of the Year
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HR Leader in Organizational Resilience
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HR Rising Star
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Leadership in Saudization Strategy
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Mentor of the Year – People Development Champion
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Most Influential HR Leader
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Outstanding Leadership in L&D Strategy
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Strategic HR Business Partner Award
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Women HR Leader of the Year
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Workplace Wellbeing Advocate
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L&D Leader of the Year
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Emerging L&D Professional
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Instructional Designer of the Year
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Learning Facilitator of the Year
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L&D Innovator Award
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