Agenda

Registration, networking, and exhibition

Opening remarks

Opening keynote presentation: Evolving paradigms of the supramental human

• Peak performance and The Supramental human - a perfect alignment between the individual self and the broader existential identity

• The concept of Healing: Becoming wholesome once again

• Redefining Holistic Health: Amalgamation of the Fit and Agile Physical Human Body with A Clear Minded and Emotionally Equanimous Mental Software 

Featuring:

• EKAA Institute Founder and Director, Yuvraj M Kapadia

Panel discussion: Advancing whole person wellbeing in mainstream healthcare

As healthcare systems evolve, there’s growing momentum to embed whole person wellbeing into clinical care. This session shares real-world examples of how integrating mental, physical, and emotional health can enhance traditional treatment models - improving both outcomes and patient experience.

• Embed whole person wellbeing into clinical pathways and care models
   
• Improve outcomes through integrative strategies that combine physical, mental, and emotional health
   
• Measure the impact of holistic approaches on patient recovery, satisfaction, and engagement

Featuring:

• Ministry of Health and Prevention - UAE Director of Statistics & Research Department, Dr. Alya Harbi
• Stress Point Health Founder & CEO, Sheena Pirbhai
• Moderator: Limitless Human Founder, Dr. Elie Abirached

Become the Official Healthcare Partner of Holistic Health Middle East 2025.

Keynote presentation: Wellbeing 2.0. The future of sustainable high performance. From the F1 track to the workplace

• What we have learned from 30 years of working with top athletes, F1 teams and leading executives

• How holistic health drives engagement, productivity, safety and a culture of care and high performance

• Why workplace wellbeing has failed and what Wellbeing 2.0 will mean

Featuring:

• Hintsa Performance Managing Director, Matthew Lewis

Panel discussion: Do well by doing good: Embedding wellbeing into your organisational strategy for a happier and more productive workforce 

This session brings together people leaders from prominent organisations across the Gulf to share insights on creating and maintaining a healthy workplace. People development and corporate wellbeing initiatives will be discussed as these experts examine the interplay between individuals, leaders, and organisations on the mission to create a sustainably high-performing company.

• Learn actionable strategies for embedding wellbeing into your organisational strategy to foster a happier, healthier, and more engaged workforce.

• Understand how investing in people development and corporate wellbeing initiatives can drive productivity, retention, and overall business success.

• Gain insights from HR leaders on creating a sustainable, high-performance culture by aligning individual, leadership, and organisational wellbeing efforts.

Featuring:

• First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) Chief Wellness Officer, Diego Carrete
• Ford Middle East & Africa Talent | DEI | Culture | Employee Experience Manager - MENA Cluster, Ghenwa Habbal
• Moderator: The Holistic Academy CEO, Marina Judd

Join as the Official Organisational Wellbeing Partner shaping the future of workplace health. 

Coffee, networking, and exhibition

Panel discussion: The role of sport, exercise, and nutrition in bolstering physical, mental, and emotional health

This session unites a diverse selection of leaders to examine the interplay between sport, exercise, and nutrition and will equip you with practical takeaways to improve your daily routine in a rewarding and fun way.

• Learn how combining sport, exercise, and nutrition can enhance physical, mental, and emotional health, while fostering personal growth and self-development.

• Discover the benefits of participating in organised sports to build accountability, improve consistency, and strengthen social well-being through team dynamics.

• Gain practical strategies for incorporating enjoyable and sustainable fitness routines into your daily life that also boost overall well-being and performance.

Featuring:

• Dubai Sports Council Director of Communication & Marketing Department, Khalid Al Awar 
• Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group Nutritionist and Clinical Dietician, Manal Ali
• Fitness First Middle East CEO, Mark Buchanan
• Moderator: Wellbeings Holistic Healing CEO and Founder, Christian Kiefer

Position your brand as the Official Fitness Partner championing movement and nutrition.

Presentation

Reserved

Lunch

Panel discussion: Decoding Mind Algorithms: The Business of Conscious Wellbeing

This panel brings together leading voices at the intersection of neuroscience, emotional health, and physiological resilience to explore how mind-body integration is transforming personal wellbeing and organisational performance. From decoding gut-brain signals and managing mental energy at work to the clinical role of hypnosis in treating sleep, trauma, and burnout, the discussion spotlights science-backed solutions for a healthier, more human-centered future. Expect insights that move beyond surface-level wellness to drive real inner alignment, institutional change, and scalable health outcomes.

• Learn how gut health, sleep, and subconscious regulation directly influence mood, energy, and workplace performance
   
• Gain practical frameworks for integrating emotional wellbeing into team culture, leadership, and healthcare systems
   
• Explore emerging tools like hypnotherapy, mind management, and microbiome optimization to support resilient, high-performing individuals and organisations

Featuring:

• Prana Wellbeing Center Co-Founder, Praveen Raghavan
• Fortune Wellness Care Certified Hypnotherapist and Holistic Energy Healer, Dr. Bassam Saab
• Lyfe Simply for Wellbeing Courses Founder, Jacky Vrendra
• Happiness Soulutions Founder & CEO, Rajesh Singh
• Mograa Awakkenings Founder, Dr. Rupinder Singh Sodhi
• Moderator: Aries Clinic & AM Health Hub Co-Founder, Dr. Niya Roy

Innovation Spotlight

Presentation: How insurers are reshaping wellbeing through prevention and digital care

Take your place as the Official Insurance Partner driving prevention and digital care.

Panel discussion: Beyond “organised fun” - building emotional connections with your workforce in a hybrid working world

In a world of hybrid work, establishing and maintaining human connections with colleagues is more important than ever. However, employees often balk at overt efforts from a company to engender team spirit as they can feel forced. This session will explore how people leaders can foster an environment conducive to the growth of genuine connections between colleagues for increased productivity and job satisfaction. 

• Discover effective strategies for building authentic emotional connections among employees, even in a hybrid work environment.

• Learn how to foster an inclusive, supportive culture that encourages genuine team bonding without the pressure of "forced fun."

• Understand how cultivating strong interpersonal relationships leads to enhanced productivity, job satisfaction, and long-term employee engagement.

Featuring:

• ACWA Power VP - Head of People & Culture, Hessah Al Moammar
• Spinneys General Manager Human Resources, Michael Green
• Sohar International Chief People Officer, Mahira Al Raisi
• Moderator: Media One Hotel Head of People & Culture, Lina Yousif

Stand out as the Official Culture & Belonging Partner in a curated room of senior leaders. 

Coffee, networking, and exhibition

Experiential workshop: Unlocking mental resilience in high-pressure environments

Discover how true resilience is built - not through grit, but by rewiring subconscious stress responses, clearing hidden mental blocks, and using practical mind-body tools to thrive under pressure. 

Featuring:

• Rapid Transformational Therapy Creator & Founder, Marisa Peer

Innovation Spotlight

Presentation: Scaling emotional support - how mental health apps are moving from self-care to clinical impact

Explore how digital tools are bridging the gap between mental wellness and clinical care - from AI-guided CBT to app-based psychotherapy pathways.

Showcase your leadership as the Official Mental Health Partner advancing emotional wellbeing..

Innovation Spotlight

Presentation: The evolving plate: convenience, longevity, and wellbeing

Own the conversation as the Official Nutrition Partner advancing metabolic health, convenience, and longevity.

Panel discussion: The recovery revolution: turning rest into results

From heat and cold therapy to sleep and stress management, recovery is fast becoming a cornerstone of health and performance. This session explores how deliberate renewal can drive resilience, prevent burnout, and unlock human potential.

• Harness science-backed recovery tools to boost energy and performance
• Prevent chronic stress and burnout through smarter renewal practices
• Integrate recovery into workplaces, communities, and everyday health

Featuring:

• Banya Forrest CEO, Artem Avanesov

Experiential workshop: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

Explore how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is transforming trauma therapy and advancing holistic mental health care.

Featuring:

• The Psychiatry & Therapy Centre Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Masa Al-kurdi

Masterclass: Bringing work-life balance - An Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach

Learn from Level 3 IFS practitioner and DHA-licensed and UK-trained Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr. Millia Begum, about this a transformative tool that conceives of every human being as a system of protective and wounded inner parts led by a core Self.

• Understand how the mind is naturally multiple and why that is a good thing. 
• Reveal hidden dynamics in the workplace and identify how to adapt as a people leader.
• Discover how an understanding of IFS can foster an environment more conducive to productivity.

Featuring:  

• First Psychiatry Clinic Dubai Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr. Millia Begum

Closing remarks