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Achieving Digital Excellence Across
Key Sectors in Kuwait

2022 Supporting Partners

Ministry of Finance

Ministry of Interior

Ministry of Health Kuwait
Electronic & Cyber Crime
Kuwait International Bank
Kuwait National Bank
Weyay Bank

Supporting partners

Ministry of Health

Ministry of Interior

Electronic and Cyber Crime Combating Department

Arab fund for economic and social development

USKAA - United States Kuwait Alumni Association

Kuwait International Bank

Alhasawi Retail Group

ABCK-AmCham Kuwait

GBCK

COFE App

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Why Digital Transformation
Kuwait Conference?

After the resounding success of the inaugural Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference and in collaboration with the Central Agency for Information Technology – CAIT, the 2nd edition of the Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference will be hosted on 20-21 November 2023, Kuwait.

The Conference has proved to be a vital national platform that enables digital progression in Kuwait by bringing the ICT industry leaders and experts to shed light on the efforts, ambitions, and plans to digitize the country’s thriving sectors, such as government, healthcare, education, BFSI and customer experience.

This 2nd Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference will navigate through the challenges and opportunities in the market, address acceleration strategies for various industries and pave the way for effective technology integration. The conference proudly aligns with the Kuwait Vision 2035 to driving digital transformation and adoption.

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about

Why Digital Transformation
Kuwait Conference?

After the resounding success of the inaugural Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference and in collaboration with the Central Agency for Information Technology – CAIT, the 2nd edition of the Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference will be hosted on 20-21 November 2023, Kuwait.

The Conference has proved to be a vital national platform that enables digital progression in Kuwait by bringing the ICT industry leaders and experts to shed light on the efforts, ambitions, and plans to digitize the country’s thriving sectors, such as government, healthcare, education, BFSI and customer experience.

This 2nd Digital Transformation Kuwait Conference will navigate through the challenges and opportunities in the market, address acceleration strategies for various industries and pave the way for effective technology integration. The conference proudly aligns with the Kuwait Vision 2035 to driving digital transformation and adoption.

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Key Conference Elements

2-Day Cutting-Edge Conference Program

A high-level international forum addressing key advances and pressing challenges in Kuwait digital transformation through opening speeches, presentations, panel discussions, and more

VIP Majlis

A high-level international forum addressing key advances and pressing challenges in Kuwait digital transformation through opening speeches, presentations, panel discussions, and more

2-Day Exhibition of the Latest Technologies and Solutions

Showcasing the latest advances in digital transformation

Media and Live Broadcast Area

Coordinating media interviews between international, regional, and local channels, VIPs, speakers, sponsors, and delegates.

Awards Ceremony

Prestigious ceremony to honor the event partners

Event Key Themes

Advisory Board

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Speakers

Dr. Ammar Alhusaini
Dr. Ammar Alhusaini
Dr. Khaled A. Mahdi
Dr. Khaled A. Mahdi
Mohammad Altura
Mohammad Altura
Eng. Husain A Alnakkas
Eng. Husain A Alnakkas
Dr. Anwar AlHarbi
Dr. Anwar AlHarbi
Ammar Alsarraf
Ammar Alsarraf
Dr. Maha Qallaf
Dr. Maha Qallaf
Eng.  Abdul Karim Al-Fayzan
Eng.  Abdul Karim Al-Fayzan
Jameelah Alotaibi Chairwoman
Jameelah Alotaibi Chairwoman
Abdulla AL Najjar
Abdulla AL Najjar
Dr. Alexander Varghese
Dr. Alexander Varghese
Dr. Rajesh Gupta
Dr. Rajesh Gupta
Dari Al Huwail
Dari Al Huwail
Hani Elsayed
Hani Elsayed
Adnan Alrayes
Adnan Alrayes
Yasmeen Lahloh
Yasmeen Lahloh
Robert Long
Robert Long
Rami Al Haddad
Rami Al Haddad
Dr. Magd Donia
Dr. Magd Donia
Dr. Jehad Baker
Dr. Jehad Baker
Sharifah M. Al-kanderi
Sharifah M. Al-kanderi
Mohammad M. Al-Ansari
Mohammad M. Al-Ansari
Laila Al Hadhrami
Laila Al Hadhrami
Altaf Al-Thekair
Altaf Al-Thekair
Bashayer Al Zayed
Bashayer Al Zayed
Ghalia Hayat
Ghalia Hayat
Dr. Mohamed Sarrab
Dr. Mohamed Sarrab
Hady Medhat
Hady Medhat
Shaheela Banu A Majeed
Shaheela Banu A Majeed
Dr. Dheeraj Bhardwaj
Dr. Dheeraj Bhardwaj
Dr. Anis Mattur
Dr. Anis Mattur
Dr. Samantha Torrance
Dr. Samantha Torrance
Essa AlMoosa
Essa AlMoosa
Tamer Riyal
Tamer Riyal
Bilal Issa
Bilal Issa
Rami Jarbou
Rami Jarbou
Dr. Khawla Alhasan
Dr. Khawla Alhasan
Cherry Kris Suarez
Cherry Kris Suarez

Agenda

08:00

Registration, refreshments, and networking

08:45

Opening remarks by Lulu Banat, Conference Director, Great Minds Group

08:50

Welcome address by Dr. Anwar Alharbi, Conference Chairman

09:00 

Opening keynote speech by Dr. Ammar AlHusaini, Acting Director General, Central Agency for Information Technology

09:10–10:00

Opening panel discussion: Accelerating Kuwait’s vision for a digitally empowered government

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10:00 – 10:15

Keynote presentation by Essa AlMoosa – Executive Director, Business and Consumer Sales Ooredoo

10:15 – 10:25 

From Digital Dream to Reality: Bridging Strategy and Action in Government Strategy Execution by Dr. Magd Donia and Dr. Jehad Baker from KASP

10:25 – 10:35 

The journey of artificial transformation in light of technical and security challenges by Sharifah M. Al-kanderi, Information Technology Department Manager, Kuwait Credit Bank

10:35   - 11:20

Panel discussion: Elevating customer experience (CX) in a rapidly evolving digitalized age

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Moderator:

11:20 – 12:00

Ribbon cutting ceremony, exhibition tour, and networking break

12:00 – 12:40

Innovation technology session   

This session will highlight the latest technologies in digitalization. The session consists of three 15-minute back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of a variety of digital innovations.

12:00 – 12:15

Innovation technology session: Smartest way to Data Market place by Rami Jarbou, Sales Engineer, Denodo

12:15 – 12:25

Innovation technology session 2 

12:25 – 12:40

A Moving Target Defense Approach: Shifting The State of Cyber Risk from Guesstimation towards Causation by Bilal Issa, Technical Lead, TRENDMICRO

12:40 – 13:05

Fireside Chat: Navigating the digital frontier through cybersecurity and digitalization realities

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Moderator:

13:05 - 13:30

Fireside Chat: Empowering Kuwait's youth through digital transformation

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Moderator:

13:30

Closing remarks and networking lunch 

08:30 – 09:15

Registration, morning coffee, and networking   

09:15 – 09:25

Welcome address and opening remarks by Conference Chairman: Dr. Anwar AlHarbi

09:25 – 10:10

Opening panel discussion:  Digitalizing the healthcare sector to enhance patient care and wellness journey

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Moderator:

10:10– 10:40

Innovation technology session  

This session will highlight the latest technologies in digitalization. The session consists of three 15-minute back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of a variety of digital innovations.

10:10 – 10:25

Innovation technology session 1 by Adnan Alrayes, Chief Executive Director, Virtus Informatics

10:25 – 10:40

Innovation technology session 2 by Yasmeen Lahloh, Clinical Executive Manager, and Robert Long, Sales Manager, Intersystems InterSystems

10:40 – 10:55

Smart city for smart living by Laila Al Hadhrami, MD, C3 Advisory, Smart Sustainable Cities Advisor

10:55 – 11:10

Case study: Design Driven Digital Innovation: Digital transformation of public transport in Kuwait by Dr. Dheeraj Bhardwaj, Group CEO, City Group Co

11:10 – 11:45

Networking break and coffee

11:45 – 12:15

Innovation technology sessions 

This session will highlight the latest technologies in digitalization from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of a variety of digital innovations.

11:45 – 12:00

How can Kuwait benefit from the transformative power of AI by Dr. Samantha Torrance, Head of Policy Implementation, Access Partnership

12:00 – 12:15

Accelerate Digital Transformation with Nexthink by Hady Medhat, Country Manager, Nexthink

12:15 – 12:25

Innovation session by Tamer Riyal | Country Manager - Turkey , Levant & Kuwait, Nutanix

12:25 – 12:35

Innovation session by Cyborg Automation

12:35 – 13:00

Fireside chat: Securing the future of Kuwait's oil and gas industry by enhancing information security measures

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13:15

Wrap up, recommendations, and closing remarks

13:30

Networking lunch

Sponsors & Partners

Platinum Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
OFFICIAL DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION HEALTHCARE PARTNER
Official Security
Partner
Gold Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Training and Development Sponsor
Associate Sponsor
Associate Sponsor
Associate Sponsor
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR
Exhibitor
Exhibitor

Who Should Sponsor

Solution providers offering various services:

Who Will Attend

Chiefs, VPs, Directors, Heads, Specialists, Advisors, and Consultants from the following departments:
Industries

Opportunities to Participate

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Why get involved

Raise Your Brand Awareness

Opportunity to position your brand as one of the leading companies in the sector to help stakeholders and project owners achieve their targets.

Generate Strong Leads

Learn about the digitalization requirements of key government entities and large companies, influence decision-makers, and stand a chance of being shortlisted for upcoming projects.

Get in Front of Your Target Market

Get access to key digital transformation stakeholders involved with ongoing and upcoming projects in Kuwait and get insight into their plans to invest in new technologies and spot opportunities.

Increases Your Competitiveness

Learn about the challenges faced by Kuwait’s key public and private organizations and identify how you can provide them with customized solutions to help them overcome these challenges.

Gain Project Insights

Get first-hand details on timelines and requirements of current projects from across the country and spot opportunities.

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If you have a product or service that will be valuable to leading authorities and companies in Kuwait in the field of digital transformation and cyber security solutions, please contact us on  partnerships@gmevents.ae to find out more about sponsorship packages and opportunities

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    Grand Hyatt Hotel, Kuwait