6th Annual Human Assets Middle East Summit 2011, Dubai
The Summit brings in up to 100 Senior Level HR Professionals to tackle the latest challenges and fulfill Middle East's constant need for fresh ideas through interactive keynote presentations, panel discussions… The summit will also host the 3rd Annual GCC HR Excellence Awards 2011.
- (1888PressRelease) February 17, 2011 - Following the success of the fifth annual edition, this year's Human Assets Expansion Middle East Summit has partnered with Tamkeen - Bahrain and will take place in Dubai from May 23rd - 25th.
The summit, hosted by business information group, Naseba, will gather CEOs, Head of HRs and Head of department within the function of HR from leading Middle East companies, under the theme 'Human Capital - Catalyst that makes your organization grow and succeed'.'
"This is a fantastic milestone for the series, which is now in its sixth successful year. This year's event will provide HR leaders with insights on how to maintain the highest levels of staff motivation and dedication, which is fundamental to the stability and success of any organisation as we leave the worst of the economic crisis behind us," commented Syed Samir, Project Manager - Human Assets Series.
The three-day summit will feature interactive workshops, case studies, keynote presentations, panel and roundtables discussions to cover a range of pressing issues and challenges that face HR professionals today.
Industry experts will also lead keynote presentations and panel discussions on the future of employment in the GCC, nationalisation and how the credit crunch has affected the regional talent pool.
Speakers include Jill Nealon, Senior Vice President Human Resources & Development - Dubai Airports, Dr. Ahmed Al Shaikh, Vice President - Enterprise and Human Capital Development - Tamkeen - Bahrain, Marcy Fletchall, Strategic Advisor, Leadership and Human Resources - Ministry of Interior, UAE, Majid Khalid Al Muzairi, Director of Human Resources - Centres of Excellence (UK and KSA) - BAE Systems, Essa Al Mulla, Executive Director - Emirates Nationals Development Program (ENDP), Wael Al Bassam, Corporate Human Resources Manager - Zamil Industrial (Saudi Arabia), AbdulMalik Al Balushi, Human Resources and Administration Manager - Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP) amongst others.
The summit will also feature the exclusive 3rd Annual GCC HR Excellence Awards on the evening of May 24th 2011. The ceremony will recognise and reward individuals and organisations who have made outstanding and innovative contributions to the successful development of HR in the region over the past year.
"The awards ceremony will be an upstanding opportunity to reward those who have led the region out of the turmoil of the past year, and provide a focal point from which to move forward," explained Samir.
Award categories include: Employer of the year, HR Professional of the year, Preferred CEO of the year, Best Nationalisation Friendly Initiative, Best Talent management strategy, Best Training strategy, Best Recruitment and Staffing strategy, Most admired company in Human Capital management, Best Change management strategy and Best Performance management strategy.
This year's summit will also introduce brainstorming sessions to instigate the exchange of 'best of the best' ideas, suggestions and experiences amongst HR professionals.
Samir explained, "We believe that senior level executives can provide unparalleled insights into various issues related to the region. Through peer discussions we can tackle these challenges and enhance competitive edge for the future by bringing innovative solutions and positive strategies to the table."
The key issues up for discussion during these roundtable sessions include: Nationalization, Developing an effective Employee branding, Leadership Development, Potential of HR Shared Services, Performance management, Change management, Competency based talent management, employee motivation strategies.
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