Dubai: Informa Connect, a global leader in the Middle East events industry, has announced the full agenda for its flagship HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2024, the UAE’s most influential human resources event. Set to take place from 20-25 October 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the summit marks its 22nd year, bringing together over 4,500 of HR’s leading thinkers, 124+ expert speakers, and 70+ solution providers in a ground-breaking exhibition.
The summit promises a comprehensive experience, featuring immersive workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and industry-leading exhibitions across six key themes: Future of Work, Artificial Intelligence, Rewards and Compensation, Talent Acquisition and Retention, and Culture, Diversity, Equality, Inclusivity, and Belonging. The event kicks off with certified workshops aimed at equipping HR professionals with practical skills and credentials. Notable workshops include Situational Leadership© Essentials, led by global experts Darren Carrington and Jon Fletcher, focusing on empowering leaders to adapt to AI-driven work environments.
Key sponsors for HRSE 2024 include Al Khafji Joint Operations, Cigna, London Business School, and Peoplestrong x Vantage Circle, while Daman, Zoho, and Knowledge Group Consulting headline as platinum sponsors.
The highlight of the event is the AI in the Workplace Summit on October 22, where industry pioneers such as Dr. Gopal Kutwaroo and Lt. Colonel Dr. Hamad Khalifa Al Nuaimi will explore the role of AI in transforming HR practices, from recruitment to performance management.
On October 23-24, more than 100 sessions led by thought leaders, including Daniel Pink, bestselling author and workplace expert, and Herminia Ibarra, PhD, from London Business School, will address pressing topics like leadership transformation and organisational resilience. Workshops on compensation and benefits, AI integration in HR, and sustainability are also part of the agenda.
Shabnam Rawal, Managing Director of Informa Connect, said, “This year’s HRSE aims to equip HR leaders with the tools and insights necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving HR landscape. With AI and business resilience as key focuses, the event will serve as a guidebook for HR professionals in driving organisational success.”
The summit will also feature the prestigious Future Workplace Awards on October 23, recognising HR innovation across the Middle East.