Future Resilience by Design

October 12, 2023 Dubai • Avani Palm View Hotel

AGENDA
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Registration and Networking Breakfast

9:30 AM – 9:45 AM
Welcome Address

Welcome Message by BPS GM Negib abouhabib, and Shape the World Conference co-organizer Stanislav Lencz.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5.png” title=”Stanislav Lencz” position=”Consulus Regional Director” company=”Consulus Europe and Middle East”]
[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Featured-icon-3.png” title=”Negib Abouhabib” position=”General Manager” company=”BPS”]

Introductions and opening remarks including a brief overview of the event’s objectives and importance of sustainability and resilience in today’s business landscape.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Featured-icon-2.png” title=”Michel Mikhael” position=”Sales Director” company=”BPS”]

9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Keynote Address: “The Urgency of Climate Action”

Renowned expert in climate change discusses the global challenges and the role of businesses in addressing climate change.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1.png” title=”Ahmed Ameen Ashour” position=”Chief Sustainability Commercial Officer” company=”Microsoft Middle East & Africa”]

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Executing the Pivot: Making Sustainability Business-Viable

An ESG expert provides a new method of transition towards sustainable business models.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4.png” title=”Clara Kwan” position=”Global Head, Sustainability and Impact Investment” company=”Consulus”]

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Panel Discussion: “ESG Strategies: A Path to Sustainable Growth”

Industry leaders share their experiences and insights on effective Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies.

Moderator facilitates discussion and Q&A.

3 panelists

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4.png” title=”Clara Kwan” position=”Global Head, Sustainability and Impact Investment” company=”Consulus”]
[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/6.png” title=”Hrvoje Lovrić” position=”Country Director” company=”Consulus Croatia”]
[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1.png” title=”Ahmed Ameen Ashour” position=”Chief Sustainability Commercial Officer” company=”Microsoft Middle East & Africa”]

Moderator

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3.png” title=”Caroline Haddad” position=”Solutions & Services Director” company=”BPS”]

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Networking Break
11:15 AM – 11:25 AM
Keynote address “Economy of Communion and Cities of Change”
[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2021-profile_Lawrence-800×800-1-300×300-1.jpg” title=”Lawrence chong” position=”CEO” company=”Consulus”]

11:25 AM – 11:50 AM
Presentation: “Future Resilience by Design: Navigating Uncertainties”

A presentation by the Regional Director of Consulus Europe and Middle East, focusing on designing organizations for future resilience, showing how companies and organizations from relevant industries pivoted and achieved resilience.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5.png” title=”Stanislav Lencz” position=”Consulus Regional Director” company=”Consulus Europe and Middle East”]

11:50 PM – 12:15 PM
Presentation “Shaping Leaders of Unity in an Age of Disruption”

A presentation by the Head of Consulus Croatia on discovering strategies for shaping unity among leaders in times of disruption and uncertainty, and fostering resilience and collective impact.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/6.png” title=”Hrvoje Lovrić” position=”Country Director” company=”Consulus Croatia”]

12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Questions by the attendees

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Presentation: “Green Tech Unleashed: Technology’s Role in Sustainability”

Interplay of sustainability and technology: what can technology do in making you govern your sustainability.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4.png” title=”Clara Kwan” position=”Global Head, Sustainability and Impact Investment” company=”Consulus”]

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Presentation: “Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability: Empowering Businesses for Positive Impact”

A Microsoft representative presents innovative solutions for driving sustainability using cloud technologies.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/photo.jpg” title=”Nisrine Jamai” position=”Sustainability Business Program Manager” company=”Microsoft Central and Southeast Europe, Middle East & Africa”]

2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Presentation “Unleashing the Potential of AI: Charting the Path Forward”

Discover the transformative capabilities of AI with Microsoft. Explore the Microsoft AI Cloud partner program, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Bing Chat Enterprise, powerful tools redefining collaboration and communication for sustainability and resilience.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2.png” title=”Youssef Kassab” position=”Cloud and Security Presales Manager” company=”BPS”]

2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Workshop – “Building Resilience: A Personal and Organizational Assessment”

In this engaging workshop, we will explore the concept of resilience from both a personal and organizational perspective. We’ll begin by delving into individual resilience, offering a brief dive into the “Masterplan” for personal growth and adaptability. Next, we’ll shift our focus to your company’s resilience by conducting a concise assessment based on the 4 Cs framework: Purpose, Vision, Culture, and the ability to execute an asymmetrical pivot, all illustrated through 4 key slides. Join us to gain insights into enhancing your personal and organizational resilience, paving the way for a more adaptable and robust future.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5.png” title=”Stanislav Lencz” position=”Consulus Regional Director” company=”Consulus Europe and Middle East”]

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Summarize key takeaways from the event.

Encourage attendees to integrate sustainable practices into their businesses and pledge commitment to action.

[speaker url=”/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Featured-icon-2.png” title=”Michel Mikhael” position=”Sales Director” company=”BPS”]