You can be part of a handpicked group of HR professionals that benefit from our bespoke agenda and conference format.

Bespoke conference
This is the only platform in the region dedicated to sourcing and hosting the top HR professionals from leading companies to facilitate a greater understanding of their needs in the current climate.

Instructive workshops
Delegates have the choice of attending two out of the three available workshops offered, according to their interests. Workshops focus on HR fundamentals, best practises, and how to get the most out of both your workforce and business strategies.

Dynamic roundtable discussions
A problem-solving environment focused on practical case studies and interactive discussions. Roundtables are limited to just 15 HR leaders to ensure maximum interaction, with each discussion lasting an hour to allow an uninterrupted and detailed analysis of the topic by experts.

HR panel
Get your questions answered as HR leaders gather on stage for the ‘Ready to Respond’ panel where they answer six questions in 45 minutes.

Superior networking opportunities
Each delegate is pre-qualified to ensure high-quality networking in a professional environment.

Educational keynotes and case studies
Influential leaders from various industry verticals deliver keynote addresses and case studies aimed at examining industry dynamics and opportunities in the region.

Learn about the latest strategies before anyone else
Knowledge equals business. By understanding the market, its people, their projects, objectives, strategies and needs, you can determine the future of HR in the region.

Format breakdown:
Day one: Educational workshops
Three unique workshops are offered, with each delegate choosing two to attend according to their interests. Workshops focus on HR fundamentals, best practises, and how to get the most out of both your workforce and business strategies.

Days Two and Three: Conference session
Summit continues with keynote presentations, case studies, paneland roundtable discussions – and culminates with the 4th Annual GCC HR Excellence Awards 2012.

Topics to be discussed at the summit:

  • Nationalisation 
  • Change management that works
  • Strategy-driven organisation development: An opportunity to shine
  • HR shared services – it does make sense
  • Are you a learning organisation?
  • Bossy chronicles
  • Get on board the ‘employee-ship’
  • How do you keep plateaued employees motivated?
  • 2012 – Fresh optimism, ongoing challenges
  • Retention – a bigger challenge than controlling costs
  • Leadership styles – setting clear directions, goals and objectives
  • Framework around managing a global workforce
  • Transform HR into a powerful strategic driver
  • Aligning performance management with the business strategy
  • Rebuilding a legacy: Bring back the talent focus
  • Connecting the talent with Technology
  • HR 1.0, 2.0 and now 3.0
  • Compensation and benefits strategies to keep you ahead of your competition