His Excellency Juma Mohammed Al Kait serves as Acting Undersecretary at the Minister of Economy and Tourism, bringing over two decades of leadership experience in advancing the UAE’s global trade, investment and economic agenda. His Excellency currently oversees the Ministry’s efforts in shaping and advancing its strategic economic legislations, policies and initiatives. Previously, H.E. served as Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs at the Minister of Economy and Tourism and the UAE’s Chief Trade Negotiator, where he helped shape the nation’s trade and investment strategies during a period of UAE’s rapid economic expansion and built international engagement. Throughout his career, His Excellency has led trade negotiations, navigated trade disputes, and enhanced the effective implementation and enforcement of trade-related laws. He has been instrumental in aligning government, industry, and non-governmental stakeholders around a cohesive and forward-looking trade policy. A central figure in nearly every major trade initiative over the past two decades, he has played a key role in securing Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements with more than 30 international trading partners, strengthening the UAE’s position as a key player in global trade. H.E. Al Kait also spearheaded the UAE’s participation in trade and economic committees within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), leading efforts to deepen regional economic integration and align trade policies and regulations. His work has contributed to enhancing intra-GCC trade flows, ensuring competitiveness of customs procedures, and fostering greater coordination on GCC trade negotiations, reinforcing the region’s collective economic growth and prosperity. His Excellency was awarded the Prime Minister's Medal for Best Assistant Undersecretary as part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Excellence Award in 2024. He is a graduate of the UAE Government Leaders Program (Executive Leadership Category, 2010-2011). H.E. holds a Bachelor’s degree in business information system from the Higer Colleges of Technology and an International Master of Business Administration from Buckinghamshire New University (UK).

His Excellency Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei was appointed Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) in June 2025. In his capacity as Undersecretary of ADDED, H.E. plays a central role in shaping Abu Dhabi’s economic strategies and policies, advancing regulatory frameworks, and enhancing the Emirate’s global competitiveness. His leadership is instrumental in accelerating Abu Dhabi’s transition towards a smart, diversified, and sustainable economy. With over two decades of executive leadership in strategic planning, regulatory affairs, business development, and human capital management, H.E. Al Mazrouei leads ADDED’s initiatives to further strengthen relations with local and international stakeholders, enhancing innovation, transparency, and knowledge-sharing to continuously develop the business ecosystem and Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for talent, business, and investment. Prior to joining ADDED, H.E. Al Mazrouei held several senior leadership roles at ADGM, including Chief Operating Officer and later Chief Executive Officer of the Registration Authority. In these roles, he spearheaded the revamp and transformation of ADGM’s operational landscape, streamlining processes, leveraging technology, and optimising systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. As CEO of the Registration Authority, H.E. oversaw the operations and strategies for registering financial and non-financial firms and real estate assets within ADGM’s jurisdiction. His leadership was pivotal in driving ADGM’s digital transformation, expanding its jurisdiction tenfold, and reinforcing its status as a globally recognised international financial centre. H.E. Al Mazrouei also serves as Chairman of the ADGM Academy, and is the founding force behind its establishment. Under his leadership, the Academy launched national employability programmes in collaboration with government and private sector partners. Since 2018, these initiatives have created thousands of private sector job opportunities for UAE Nationals, reflecting his deep commitment to talent development and inclusive economic growth. A visionary leader, H.E has championed landmark initiatives such as the ADGM Expansion Project and the establishment of the World Bank’s office in Abu Dhabi, in close coordination with the UAE Ministry of Finance and ADDED, further reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global economic hub. In addition, he is a Board Member of the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), contributing to the strategic direction of the UAE’s capital markets. Since 2024, he has chaired the ADGM Executive Leadership Committee. His Excellency Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei Undersecretary, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) Earlier in his career, H.E. held key roles at the General Secretariat of the Executive Council (GSEC) and ADNOC/National Drilling Company, where he led major organisational transformations, workforce strategies, and succession planning initiatives that elevated national talent and institutional performance. H.E holds a Master of Business Administration from the New York Institute of Technology, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Portland State University (USA), and completed an Executive Programme at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in 2022.

His Excellency Khaled Alfahim brings a distinguished depth of perspective shaped by a four-generation legacy of business leadership, complemented by extensive experience in board management and corporate governance across the Middle East. This enduring heritage enables him to integrate traditional wisdom with contemporary governance practices, providing unparalleled oversight and strategic direction at the highest institutional level. In May 2025, His Excellency was appointed Chairman of the newly established Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC) by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In this capacity, he empowers family-owned enterprises, championing their growth and long-term evolution while strengthening their contribution to the national economy, particularly across priority sectors. His Excellency also serves as a Board Member of the Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD), contributing to the advancement of institutional excellence, eective dispute resolution, and the development of a robust arbitration ecosystem that supports business condence and economic growth. His Excellency Khaled Alfahim brings extensive experience in board directorship and executive oversight, having served in prominent board roles across complex governance environments. He is recognised for upholding rigorous standards of corporate governance, grounded in a strong command of investment policies and ethical practice

With over three decades of experience in finance, economics, and investment management, H.E. Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi serves as the Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and Chairman of the Exports Executive Committee for Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX), where he has strategically advanced the Fund’s leadership in sustainable development both locally and globally. Aligned with the vision of UAE’s wise leadership, H.E. Al Suwaidi played a key role in positioning ADFD at the forefront of global development initiatives. His forward-thinking approach has enhanced the efficiency of the Fund’s operations through the creation of an integrated and flexible strategy that aligns with its future aspirations. With extensive experience and leadership roles in local, regional, and international organizations, H.E Al Suwaidi has been instrumental in advancing the Fund’s mission to promote economic growth and improve living standards in partner nations. Additionally, he is committed to enhancing the competitiveness of national exports and expanding new market opportunities, in line with the UAE's broader economic diversification objectives.

Ziad Manaseer is a Jordanian Russian businessman and entrepreneur, born in Amman in 1965. Raised in humble circumstances, he developed a passion for trade and entrepreneurship from an early age. At the age of 18, he left Jordan to study Petroleum Engineering in the Soviet Union, where he began his entrepreneurial journey and founded Stroygazconsulting, operating in the construction and energy sectors. Returning to Jordan with extensive international experience, he founded Manaseer Group in 1999 with a vision to build businesses that serve Jordanian citizens and enhance their quality of life, while contributing to the national economy and the Kingdom’s development. Under his leadership, the Group expanded across key sectors, including energy, transportation, building materials, and agricultural solutions. Today, Ziad Manaseer is a prominent figure in Jordan’s business landscape, driven by a strong commitment to investing in the country, its economy, and its people.

Hanoof is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Business Family House (BFH), a leading national advisory firm for family businesses. She is also a Visiting Researcher at the American University of Sharjah. Her career spans global experience with Peter May Family Business Consulting in Germany and Banyan Global Family Business Advisors in the USA, advising family enterprises in Saudi Arabia. She has also contributed to KPMG, the National Centre for Family Businesses, and PwC, delivering impactful transformation projects across private and public sectors. Hanoof holds a PhD in Management from King’s College London, with research focused on Saudi family businesses, and an MBA from Aston University, UK.

Gary White is an observer, an innovator, and a passionate problem-solver. As CEO and Co-founder of Water.org, WaterEquity, and WaterConnect, he has developed solutions that have empowered millions of people in need with access to safe water and sanitation.

Through innovative and complementary approaches, Water.org, WaterEquity, and WaterConnect work together to solve the global water and sanitation crisis. Gary pioneered Water.org’s core solution, WaterCredit, which empowers people living in poverty with access to affordable financing for water and sanitation. Building on this foundation, he launched WaterEquity, an impact investment manager focused on mobilizing private investments in water and sanitation across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Most recently, WaterConnect was introduced to build on these efforts by developing opportunities for investment in climate-resilient water and sanitation infrastructure, ensuring lasting impact for future generations.

With more than 30 years of experience, Gary is a leading advisor in the water and sanitation space, counseling global organizations such as the IKEA Foundation, Inditex, Reckitt, AB InBev, Amazon Web Services, the Water Resilience Coalition, and Bank of America on how to solve the global water crisis. He is also a founding board member of the Millennium Water Alliance and Water Advocates.

Named in TIME magazine’s list of the world’s 100 most influential people, Gary has received numerous honors, including the Fulbright Prize for International Understanding, Forbes 400 Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Fulbright Prize for International Understanding, a seat on the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council on Water, and recognition as a Schwab Foundation Social Entrepreneur and a Skoll Foundation Social Entrepreneur.

Gary holds three degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Missouri University of Science & Technology.

Mohamed Abdulelah Al Kooheji serves as Group Chief Executive Officer of Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Group, where he sets the Group's overarching vision and drives long-term growth across its diversified portfolio, spanning Shipping, Logistics, Travel, Real Estate, Industrial & Energy, Ventures, and Global Investments. With over 21 years of experience across investment, business development, property management, development management, and strategic planning, he brings a proven track record of driving sustainable growth and value creation. Prior to assuming the role of Group CEO, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Kanoo Real Estate from 2019, where he led the division's strategic expansion, developing and implementing business models that strengthened its managed portfolio through new project development, strategic acquisitions, and greater operational efficiency. Previously Mohamed served as the CEO of Amlak, SIO Bahrain's real estate investment arm, where he led the Bahrain Marina development and strategic property investments. His career also includes senior roles at Amlak (Director of Investment and Strategic Planning) and Naseej Bahrain (Senior Manager – Business Development and Property Services). He has also contributed his expertise as a board member for several leading Bahraini companies such as AHQ Holding Company W.L.L as Chairman of The Board, Bahrain Car Parks Company (Amakin) B.S.C as Board Member – Chairman of Audit Committee and Southern Area Development Company B.S.C (c) as Board Member.

Dr. Yusuf Sidani is Dean of the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business at the American University of Beirut. He currently serves as Chair of the AACSB Middle East and Africa Regional Advisory Council, contributing to the advancement of business education and strengthening engagement across the region. His work combines strong academic rigor with a practical focus on executive education and leadership development. He has an established research profile in leadership, ethics, corporate social responsibility, and management in emerging markets. His scholarship has contributed to advancing responsible leadership and organizational effectiveness, particularly in the Middle East. Beyond academia, Dr. Sidani has extensive experience designing and delivering executive programs for senior leaders across sectors, including healthcare, public institutions, and multinational organizations. His expertise spans leadership development, decision-making, change management, and executive effectiveness. He is also an active consultant and advisor, supporting organizations in strengthening leadership capacity, improving governance, and driving strategic transformation. Dr. Sidani is widely recognized for bridging theory and practice and for his commitment to developing responsible leaders who create sustainable impact.

Basma Alzamil is a family business advisor and governance expert specializing in multigenerational family enterprises navigating leadership transitions, succession, ownership, and governance while preserving family unity and long-term sustainability.

She currently serves as a Family Business Advisor at Lansberg Gersick Advisors (LGA) and an Advisor to the Family Business Center at Al Yamamah University, working with prominent families across the Middle East.

Her expertise is grounded in more than a decade of senior leadership experience with the Zamil Group, where she held executive roles in Human Resources, CSR, and Family Office. She led organizational transformation initiatives and contributed to succession planning, family governance, human capital development, and next-generation leadership.

Basma is an active contributor to the regional business community. She serves on the Board of Trustees of the Royal University for Women in Bahrain, is Vice President of the Businesswomen Council at the Asharqia Chamber and is a member of the Women Council at the National Center for Family Businesses in Saudi Arabia. She is also a frequent speaker at regional forums on family enterprise, leadership, governance, and women’s empowerment.

Basma holds a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from Nova Southeastern University and is a Certified Family Business Advisor by the Family Firm Institute (FFI) and a Certified Governance Specialist.

Farhad Azizi, an expert in finance, banking, construction, oil & gas, and hospitality, leads Azizi Group as Group CEO. One of Dubai's leading property developers, Azizi Developments has delivered over 40,000 units and has 150,000 more under construction, with a portfolio of luxury residential and commercial properties synonymous with excellence.

Having grown up in Dubai, where he attended Al Mawakeb School, Farhad graduated from the University of Tulsa and obtained his MBA in Finance Management from Suffolk University, Boston. A German national, he spent several years in Germany, where he established successful real estate businesses in Frankfurt and beyond, including a boutique property developer and a property management firm. He then returned to the UAE to lead his family business into a new realm of growth, and has held senior leadership positions across other family-owned businesses, including Azizi Bank and its trading and oil & gas companies.

Farhad places customer centricity at the forefront of his businesses, prioritising the delivery of high-quality homes. His open-door policy and transparent, hands-on, empowering leadership style continue to shape Dubai's real estate landscape, including the world's second tallest skyscraper, currently under construction at a value of USD 1.5bn. He also spearheads the group's diversification into new high-performing markets, with a focus on Europe and North America across real estate, banking, and hospitality.

A high-profile thought-leader in real estate, Farhad has been featured by Bloomberg, CNN, Financial Times, Forbes, and CNBC, and was named one of Forbes Middle East's Most Impactful Real Estate Leaders as well as one of Arabian Business' 100 Most Inspiring Leaders.

Amin has spent the majority of his career at PwC and has been with the firm in Dubai and London for over 35 years where he was also a Partner for 20 years. Amin played an integral role in establishing PwC’s dedicated Middle East Family Business Advisory Practice and today, in his capacity as Senior Advisor to PwC, Amin remains dedicated to the firm’s Middle East Entrepreneurial and Private Clients across the Gulf Region, serving as a trusted advisor to business families, particularly as a mentor, mediator, facilitator, educator and coach.

He is a leading reference in the area of family governance across the Gulf and Wider MENA region and has more than 35 years’ experience of advising over 100 multigenerational family enterprises across the MENA Region over the span of his professional career. Amin is well-versed and familiar with many of the challenges facing, and being faced by families in business, and over the years has devised various strategies and integrated solutions to meet the needs of families. He also brings an operational and practical business background coupled with his unique perspective of family businesses to build unique and tailored sustainable solutions for families in business.

Amin also works with governments and key stakeholders across the region to provide advice and guidance on the family business agenda, and how best to support families in business across the region. More notably Amin works with various judicial committees across the region that have been appointed to mediate and resolve disputes within and among business owning families.

Neeraj Teckchandani is the Chief Executive Officer of Apparel Group, leading the strategic direction of one of the region’s most influential fashion and lifestyle retail enterprises. He oversees a multibillion-dollar business across 14 countries, 2,600+ stores, 85+ international and homegrown brands and a workforce of more than 28,000. Under his leadership, the Group continues to expand its international footprint while advancing new businesses, digital capabilities and strategic partnerships that strengthen its position across the global retail landscape. With more than two decades at Apparel Group, Mr. Teckchandani has been central to building the scale, institutional strength and commercial discipline behind its evolution. As CEO, he steers enterprise strategy, capital allocation, market expansion and business transformation, with a clear focus on sustainable growth and long-term value creation. His leadership has helped position the Group to move decisively into new markets and categories while building the infrastructure required for its next generation of growth. Mr. Teckchandani brings more than 28 years of experience across retail, finance, strategy, operations and mergers and acquisitions. His career combines the financial rigour with an enterprise-wide understanding of how businesses are built, transformed and scaled. His executive perspective has been further shaped through programmes at Harvard Business School, Cass Business School and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. He is also a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Society and has received multiple industry distinctions for business and financial leadership. Mr. Teckchandani’s leadership has earned significant industry recognition, reflecting the financial acumen and strategic discipline that have defined his career. His distinctions include the Best Fashion Lifestyle CFO (UAE) at the Global CFO Excellence Awards 2020, World’s Greatest CFO 2018–19 by AsiaOne, and Most Influential CFO in Fashion & Lifestyle Services (UAE) at the Global Business Insight Awards 2018. Today, he is helping define the future of Apparel Group through bold strategic leadership, disciplined execution and a long-term vision for sustainable global growth.