13Th December 2023
12 PM UAE TIME
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a key driver of innovation and growth in the Gulf/Middle East region. By harnessing AI's transformative potential, countries in the region are positioning themselves as formidable players in the global AI landscape. This includes government investment in infrastructure and public services and private sector investment in customer service and operations. Notable developments include:
| Time | SESSION |
|---|---|
| 12:00PM - 12:05PM | Welcome Note & Context Setting |
| 12:05PM - 12:20PM | Keynote: Generative AI in Gov by Mamoun Alamouri-Regional Vice President, ME Uniphore |
| 12:20PM - 12:25PM | Polls and Open Q&A |
| 12:25PM - 12:55PM | Panel Discussion, Is The Middle East, The Next AI Hub? By Regional leaders from across the Middle east |
| 12:55PM - 1:00PM | Closing Remarks and Open Networking |
Executive Leader and Entrepreneur, Senior-level professional with over 21 years of extensive experience as CEO and Managing Director of both public and private companies, specializing in business operations across the GCC and international markets. Sameh has held prominent positions within various government and international organizations, including:
· CEO at Al Danah Information Systems Solutions 2t.ae
· Judger at the Telecommunications & Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) in the UAE
· Roles at TÜV Rheinland-Germany, GLG, WIPRO LTD, Ministry of Interior - UAE, Saudi Customs, Dubai Customs, Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, American University of RAK, and E-Government authorities.
Sameh has received accolades such as the Government Award, naming him Premier Excellency Employee, and recognition for Best Digital Transformation Consultancy Award during his tenure as CEO.
Furthermore, Sameh is a distinguished Moderator, Panelist, and Speaker at various national and international events. His expertise extends to project consulting and implementation, with a dynamic and efficient delivery style that allows him to establish meaningful connections with both internal and external stakeholders. He possesses invaluable experience in managing a project portfolio exceeding $30 million. Sameh is a proud MBA graduate from the prestigious London Business School.
Mohammed Ali is a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in business transformation and strategic programs. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor for Business Transformation and Strategic Programs at the Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism, Mohammed has a proven track record of delivering transformative initiatives for government and private sector entities. His expertise spans diverse domains, including project management, process enhancement, IT, technology, automation, and strategic planning. Mohammed is recognized for his ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive organizational change, and implement innovative solutions. With a passion for leveraging his skills to make a positive impact, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the field of business transformation.
Mustahil holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Coventry University, and an Executive Certificate in Digital Business Strategy from MIT Sloan Executive Education. He has more than 15 years of experience across, Information Technology, Project Management, Marketing, and the banking sector overall. He joined NBO in June 2015 as a project manager in the Project Management and Business Reengineering Office. Post his current role he has successfully managed several leadership roles in the bank including the Head of the Chief Executive Office.
Mamoun Alamouri, Vice President of Uniphore, illuminated their mission, “Uniphore is dedicated to transforming every aspect impacting customer journeys, driven by our commitment to provide the planet’s most engaging customer and employee experiences through a unified Enterprise-class multimodal AI and data platform.”
Acknowledging exceptional accomplishments, the Digital Experience Awards, held on 6 September at the event, honored prominent regional organizations that have invested to yield remarkable outcomes in CX and digitization, including the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), Riyadh Airports Company, solutions by stc, Bupa Arabia, Mobily, Emkan Finance Company, Cobone, and Silah Gulf.
