About
RL Middle East is pleased to announce our seventh summit in the UAE, on the 12th December 2024. Bringing together Talent Acquisition leaders from both private and public sectors from the region.
Our summits are designed to encourage knowledge sharing through leading keynote speakers, interactive sessions and a number of networking opportunities through the day plus our TA leaders’ dinner in the evening which brings together carefully chosen partners/service providers who are able to discuss the latest technology and opportunities available to TA leaders in the Middle East.
We have welcomed between 40 – 50 TA leaders at each of our summits, all with a Middle East or global remit.
Registration is strictly monitored to ensure seniority of delegates in the closed forum.
During previous summits we have welcomed TA leaders from Government entities and a wide range of industries including Banking & Finance, Pharmaceutical, Technology Service Providers, Real Estate, Retail, Aerospace, Health & Beauty and Oil & Gas.
The Westin,
Dubai
40 Strategic
Resourcing Leaders
December 12,
2024
Agenda
8:30 AM
Registration and Coffee
The Westin, Conference Centre
9:00 AM
Hosts open the RL Middle East Summit
Matt Hesketh, HSBC
Join our hosts, Matt Hesketh, HSBC and Mary Kaddah, Dubai Future Foundation as they open the summit – including welcoming new community members and talking through what to expect throughout the day
9:30 AM
The use of AI in Executive Hiring: Redefining Time, Efficiency and Confidence
Charlotte Harris, Al Futtaim
Executive hiring is a critical yet labor and time-intensive process, requiring in depth efforts to evaluate candidates for leadership roles. In this presentation, hear how Charlotte believes how integrating AI can support this process, empowering heads of hiring to be more present and gain deeper insights leading to better hiring decisions.
10:30 AM
Redefining Hiring with Generative AI
Javeed Khan, KMPG
Join Javeed as he takes a deep dive into how best to redefine hiring through generative AI – this session includes a practical exercise for all delegates.
11:00 AM
Coffee Break
Networking opportunity over coffee.
11:30 AM
RL Middle East Deep Dive into AI in Hiring
Join your peers in this interactive session where we will discuss, debate and presentation thoughts on a number of topics related to the use of AI in hiring.
12:15 PM
Hosts Overview of Morning Sessions
Join our hosts, Matt Hesketh and Mary Kaddah as they wrap up our morning session and give insights on what to expect in the afternoon session
12:25 PM
Lunch
Enjoy lunch and networking opportunity
1:35 PM
How are you keeping the ‘Human’ in your HR strategy?
Diane Maninang, Omorfia Group
Shereen Ghanam, Network Global
Join Diane as she is interviewed by Shereen in the very first live episode of RL Middle East 100 Voices. Diane talks about the importance of the human element of hiring.
2:05 PM
Diversity & Inclusion – From Compliance, to Conviction to Culture
Michael Estafanous, Microsoft
In order to really drive D & I, you first have to look at yourselves as people and as an organisation. Join Michael as he talks about how Microsoft changed their approach to how they work, how they hire and who they hire.
Making D&I an integral part of company culture. This journey is ongoing as Microsoft strives to bridge the gap between espoused culture and our lived experience.
2:35 PM
Afternoon Tea & Networking
Enjoy afternoon tea and peer-to-peer networking
2:50 PM
RL Middle East Deep Dive into Human Hiring
Enjoy a peer-to-peer deep dive in this interactive session which focuses on the importance of Human Hiring
3:35 PM
2024 RL100 Middle East Talent Acquisition Review: Reflecting on AI vs. Human Hiring – Insights, Innovations, and Impact
Time to wrap up all the discussion points in this unique RL Middle East poll, designed to create a one of a kind white paper.
3:50 PM
The Future of Talent Acquisition in the Middle East – Looking forward into 2025
Damian Brown, Chalhoub Group
Join Damian as he shares his thoughts on the main points raised during the day and what the future for TA in the Middle East looks like in 2025.
4:20 PM
Thoughts from the RL Middle East Community – Q & A
Final thoughts and questions from the RL Middle East Community
5:00 PM
Networking Drinks & Dinner
Final thoughts and questions from the RL Middle East Community
Apply to Attend
This event is open to experienced Heads of, or Directors of Talent Acquisition and/or Recruitment.
If you would like to be considered, please apply below.
Enquire for Sponsorship
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