Agenda

Registration, networking, and exhibition

Opening remarks

Opening keynote presentation 

Reserved

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

Sponsorship opportunity available

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

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:

• Riyad Bank Senior Vice President People Development, Dr. Abdulrhman Fehan
• Ford Middle East & Africa Talent | DEI | Culture | Employee Experience Manager - MENA Cluster, Ghenwa Habbal
• du Senior Director Employee Wellbeing, Dr. Mansoor Habib
• Moderator: The Holistic Academy CEO, Marina Judd

Sponsorship opportunity available

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

Sponsorship opportunity available

💡 Innovation Spotlight

Fireside chat: Beyond coverage: How insurers are reshaping wellbeing through prevention and digital care 

Sponsorship opportunity available

Lunch

Interview: The business case for prioritising corporate wellbeing 

Explore the critical business case for prioritising corporate wellbeing, highlighting how employee health and happiness directly impact productivity, retention, and overall organisational success. Mohsen will share practical tips for creating a supportive workplace culture that sustains long-term value.

• Learn how prioritising corporate wellbeing can enhance employee focus, motivation, and overall performance, leading to a more productive and engaged workforce.

• Discover how investing in wellbeing programs fosters loyalty and satisfaction, helping businesses retain top talent and reduce costly turnover.

• Understand how a commitment to employee wellbeing can elevate your company’s reputation, making it a desirable workplace for top candidates.

Featuring:

• KAFD Chief Human Capital Officer, Mohsen Al Fahadi

Panel discussion

Reserved

💡 Innovation Spotlight

Presentation: Connected care and real-world outcomes: How pharma is unlocking value beyond the pill 

Sponsorship opportunity available

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 Human Resources Officer, Mahira Al Raisi

Sponsorship opportunity available

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

Fireside chat: Fuel, focus, and function: The next generation of performance nutrition and supplements

Sponsorship opportunity available

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

💡 Innovation Spotlight

Presentation: From data to daily impact: How wearables are reshaping personal wellbeing 

Sponsorship opportunity available

Experiential workshop: Internal Family Systems demonstration: 

Identify and address the multiple sub-personalities which exist within your mental system for enhanced self-knowledge and awareness.

Featuring:

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

Closing remarks, networking, and exhibition