Join In-Person to Connect, Learn, and Innovate in Contracts & Risk Management

DUBAI, UAE

27 NOVEMBER 2024

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek,

Baniyas Road, P.O.BOX 476, Dubai, UAE

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One on One Introductions & Meetings Format

Contract Law Trends | Litigation Strategies | Cross-Border Transactions | Foreign Judgment Enforcement | Dispute Resolution | Middle Eastern Jurisdictions | Regulatory Compliance | Governance Strategies | Cybersecurity in Contracts | Data Protection | Risk Management | AI in Contract Management | Machine Learning Applications | E-Discovery

Who Attends?

Head of Contract Management
Vice President, Contracts Operations
Director of Contracts and Risk Management
Chief Legal and Risk Officer
Chief Contracts and Risk Officer
Senior Legal and Risk Counsel
Chief Legal Office

Senior Contracts and Risk Specialist
Head of Legal
Contracts Manager
Vice President - Head of Contracts
Director of Risk Management
Chief Risk Officer
VP of Risk Management

Head of Risk Management
Director of Operational Risk
Director of Legal Contracts
Contract Counsel
Senior Contract Administrator
Contract Management Strategy Director
Law Firm Partner

AIM & OBJECTIVES

The Global Contracts & Risk Management ConfEx is a premier platform designed for contract managers, risk management professionals, compliance officers, governance officers, legal experts, C-suite professionals, and industry leaders to exchange knowledge, expand expertise, and shape the future of contracts, risk management, and compliance. This format provides flexibility, broadening access and engagement for a global audience.

Key objectives include:

Enhancing Knowledge: The conference will feature expert-led keynotes, panel discussions, and product demos in-person, focusing on the latest trends in contract management, risk mitigation, and compliance.
Fostering Innovation: Sessions will explore emerging technologies like AI, smart contracts, and blockchain's role in contract automation and risk reduction, with real-time Q&A and seamless interaction.
Promoting Best Practices: Attendees will learn practical strategies for contract lifecycle management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance through interactive sessions.
Encouraging Networking: The event will offer diverse networking opportunities, including one-on-one meetings and speed networking for real-time collaboration.
Showcasing Technology: The event will feature tech showcases, product demonstrations, and solution pitches onsite, providing access to the latest tools in contract management and risk mitigation.

By fostering comprehensive industry engagement, the Global Contracts & Risk Management ConfEx aims to elevate industry standards, promote professional growth, and support global collaboration in contracts and risk management.

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

Events 4 Sure & GeneralCounsel360 have assembled a distinguished lineup of global thought leaders, featuring in-house lawyers from multinational corporations across diverse industries worldwide. These esteemed speakers will share invaluable perspectives, contributions, and guidance. Attendees can anticipate gaining profound insights from experts as they delve into key topics outlined in the program agenda.

KEY SPEAKERS

Nabeel Andrabi

Risk Manager,
Amazon Payments

Cîhan Seuleiman-Morgan

Group Chief Legal and Compliance Officer & Board Secretary,
Airtel Money Africa

Chehade El Kahi

General Counsel,

Emarat - Emirates General Petroleum Corporation

Meltem Ozker Gunduz

Vice-President,
Novo Nordisk

Lalu Pillai

Senior Trade Compliance Manager,
Trane Technologies

Mohd Shahzaan Naiyer

Contracts Manager (Legal),
Technomak Process Systems

Mohamed Negm

Senior Legal Manager,
Agthia Group PJSC

Noor Maki

Group General Counsel,
RSS LLC

Imran Kazmi

Regional Head Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection,
Habib Bank Limited

Premanand Velumani

Solution Consulting Manager,

Zoho

Ghassan Haddad

General Counsel & Chief of Staff,
CAFU

Alex Ford Cox

Senior Associate,
Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Islam Ragab

Global Head of Legal,
ArpuPlus

Halil Ibrahim Kardicali

Legal Director, Emerging Markets,
3M

Cristina Amate

Head of Contracts and Legal,
BEUMER GROUP Middle East

Nick Jayna

Senior Manager | Forensic & Integrity Services,

Anuj Dhingra

Group Risk & Compliance Director,
Al Masaood LLC

Marco Fey

Senior Manager Data Privacy and Regulatory Compliance,
Mediclinic

Eliana Fonseca

Head of Legal,
Emirates Flight Catering

Anna Kobzar

Legal Counsel,
Seddiqi Holding LLC

Aya Emam

Senior Legal Manager,
Agthia Group PJSC

Sakshi Buttoo

Privacy, Cybersecurity & Data Protection Counsel,
FIS

Muhanned Bukhatwa

Group Data Privacy Legal Counsel & Senior Manager,
Emirates NBD

Shaharyar Nashat

Executive Director Legal (Assets),
Al Jomaih Energy and Water Co.

Bijan Brahmbhatt

Director, Legal & Compliance,
Precision Drilling Corporation

Sabrine Makkes

Director- Board member
Middle East and Africa Compliance, Association

Dr. Abdelkareem Alkadomi

Chief Legal & Assurance Officer,
Abdul Latif Jameel Enterprises

Juliana Pupo

Compliance Assistant Director & Data Protection Officer,
Dar Global

AGENDA

(One on One Introductions & Meetings Format)

(09:00 AM – 04:55 PM Local Time)

Find Your Time

09:00 AM – Onwards

Conference Registration & Networking Tea

Registration followed by networking tea with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

09:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Registration followed by networking tea with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

Welcome and event overview
One-on-One Introduction: Let the industry know you and your expertise
Speed Networking: Rapid connections between speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

10:00 AM – 10:50 AM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Maximizing Financial Impact: Leveraging Litigation and Contracts for Growth

Cost-benefit analysis of litigation strategies
Optimizing contract negotiation techniques
The role of compliance in financial success
Leveraging technology for contract management and litigation efficiency
Measuring the financial impact of contractual relationships

Speakers:

Yasser Aboismail, GC & Head of Compliance MENA - Global Head of Group Human Rights Office, Schindler Group

Shaharyar Nashat, Executive Director Legal (Assets), Al Jomaih Energy and Water Co.

Aya Emam, Senior Legal Manager, Agthia Group PJSC

Abduraheem Padinhare Kayakalil, Senior Legal Manager, CARS24

Chehade El Kahi, General Counsel, Emarat - Emirates General Petroleum Corporation

10:50 AM – 11:40 AM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Risk & Compliance Management in Cross-Border Transactions and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments

Legal challenges and best practices in enforcing foreign judgments and awards
Managing cross-border risks: Contractual safeguards and dispute resolution clauses
International arbitration vs. local litigation: Which is better for cross-border disputes?
How differences in international laws affect contract enforcement and litigation outcomes
Strategies to mitigate legal, financial, and reputational risks in cross-border transactions
Case studies: Successful enforcement of foreign judgments in complex international disputes
Managing investigations: Practical tips for successful outcomes
Compliance and Ethics programs under the radar: Towards a risk-free culture?

Speakers:

Mohd Shahzaan Naiyer, Contracts Manager (Legal) Technomak Process Systems
Nicola Jackson, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
Antonia Birt, Partner, Reed Smith

Felipe Arboleda, Regional Counsel, CHEP (A Brambles Company)

Meltem Ozker Gunduz, Vice-President, Novo Nordisk

Sabrine Makkes, Director- Board member, Middle East and Africa Compliance Association

Sean Whitham, Of Counsel, Herbert Smith Freehills

11:40 AM – 12:00 PM

Tea Break & Informal Networking

Engage in networking over tea with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

12:00 PM – 12:20 PM

Exclusive Case Study Presentation

Presenation by Zoho

Speaker:

Premanand Velumani, Solution Consulting Manager, Zoho

Sponsored By:

12:20 PM – 01:10 PM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Trends Shaping Contract Law, Litigation, and E-Discovery in the Middle East

Impact of digital transformation on contract drafting and management
Cross-border litigation: Challenges and opportunities
E-discovery best practices in Middle Eastern jurisdictions
Regulatory changes affecting contractual obligations
The role of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in litigation

Speakers:

Muhanned Bukhatwa, Group Data Privacy Legal Counsel & Senior Manager, Emirates NBD
Eliana Fonseca, Senior Legal Counsel, Emirates Flight Catering

Faris Shehabi, Senior Associate, Dentons & Co.
Ali Katkhada, Group Chief Information Officer, Deepa Group

Ali Haidar, Head of Legal and Government Affairs, Microsoft, UAE

Nick Jayna, Senior Manager | Forensic & Integrity Services, EY

Yannick Hefti-Rossier, Senior Associate, Bird & Bird (MEA) LLP

01:10 PM – 02:00 PM

Lunch Break & Informal Networking

Enjoy a networking lunch with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

02:00 PM – 02:50 PM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in the Middle East: Legal and Contractual Approaches

Key dispute resolution frameworks in Middle Eastern jurisdictions
Comparing arbitration, mediation, and litigation for dispute resolution in contracts
The role of Sharia law in legal disputes and contractual agreements
How cultural factors influence dispute resolution in the Middle East
Drafting contracts with built-in dispute resolution clauses for Middle Eastern transactions
Case studies: Effective dispute resolution through litigation and contracts in the region

Speakers:

Anna Kobzar, Legal Counsel, Seddiqi Holding LLC
Tasaduk Wani, Partner, Jassim Al Suwaidi Advocates & Partners
Darren Bradshaw, Head of Corporate law Practice, Hussain Lootah & Associates

Cristina Amate, Head of Contracts and Legal, BEUMER GROUP Middle East

Scott Hutton, Partner, Head of Engineering & Construction, Hadef & Partners

02:50 PM – 03:40 PM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Regulatory Compliance and Governance in Middle Eastern Jurisdictions: A Unified Approach

Key regulatory frameworks shaping litigation and contract enforcement in the Middle East
Governance and compliance challenges in regional and cross-border contracts
How regulatory changes impact dispute resolution and litigation strategies
Integrating governance and compliance into contract drafting and management
Integrating ESG: Incorporating ESG Criteria into Legal Strategies for Sustainability
The role of local and international law in shaping regulatory compliance efforts

Speakers:

Ahmed Zaki, SVP - Legal Affairs, Al Hamra Group LLC

Halil Ibrahim Kardicali, Legal Director, Emerging Markets, 3M

Abduraheem Padinhare Kayakalil, Senior Legal Manager, CARS24

Anuj Dhingra, Group Risk and Compliance Director, Al Masaood LLC

Imran Kazmi, Regional Head Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection, Habib Bank Limited

Juliana Pupo, Compliance Assistant Director & Data Protection Officer, Dar Global

03:40 PM – 04:00 PM

Tea Break & Informal Networking

Engage in networking over tea with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates

04:00 PM – 04:50 PM

Collaborative Round Table Discussions

Cybersecurity in Litigation and Contractual Agreements: Protecting Data and Managing Risks

Managing data breaches and cybersecurity risks in e-discovery
Cybersecurity clauses in contracts: What to include and how to enforce them
Legal liability in the event of data breaches: Contractual vs. litigation approaches
How cross-border transactions complicate cybersecurity issues in contracts and litigation
Regulatory compliance: Meeting cybersecurity requirements in contracts and legal disputes
Case studies: Legal outcomes and contract disputes stemming from cybersecurity breaches

Speakers:

Sakshi Buttoo, Privacy, Cybersecurity & Data Protection Counsel, FIS

Cîhan Seuleiman-Morgan, Group Chief Legal and Compliance Officer & Board Secretary, Airtel Money Africa

Marco Fey, Senior Manager Data Privacy and Regulatory Compliance, Mediclinic

Alex Ford Cox, Senior Associate, Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Mohamed Negm, Senior Legal Manager, Agthia Group PJSC

04:50 PM – 04:55 PM

Thank You Note & Closing Remarks

A heartfelt acknowledgment of all speakers, sponsors, and global delegates whose steadfast support and active participation were instrumental in the success of this event.

*Program and Timings are subject to change without notice.

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