AGENDA.
Booth Open & Registration | Photo Booth Networking
Welcome desk opens for attendee registration
Networking opportunities with industry peers and solution providers
Dedicated photo booth for CIOs and partners to capture memorable moments.
Enjoy at the photo booth and connect with fellow attendees over a casual lunch.
VIP Keynote Speaker | Guest of Honor Address
A thought leadership keynote by an esteemed industry figure or government official
His Highness Shk Salman Bin Mohammed Al Khalifa | Vice President of the General Sports Authority
His Highness Shk Salman Bin Mohammed Al Khalifa
World CIO 200 Country Ambassador Speech
Opening remarks by the event's Country Ambassador
Dr. Jassim Haji | President | IGOAI
Dr. Jassim Haji
Panel discussion 1 : The next decade of IT leadership
Discussion points:
What will define bold and unstoppable CIOs in the future?
The balance between innovation, risk management, and business outcomes
Moderator:
Anas Kamaluddin | Head of Technology - Strategic Operating Business Units | Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo
Panelists:
Dr Hassan Alkadhem | Associate Professor of Computer Science | American University of Bahrain
Sini Raj | Tutor- BICT -Database, EDICT | Polytechnic
Dr Hasan Razzaqi | Head of TCECS / Assistant
Professor | Arab Open University - Bahrain (AOU)
Anas Kamaluddin
Dr Hassan Alkadhem
Sini Raj
Dr Hasan Razzaqi
Vendore Keynote 1 - Pure Storage/VAD
Mr. Hussam Baafeef, Channel & Alliance Manager, pure storage
Mr. Hussam Baafeef
Coffee Break & Networking
Refreshments and light snacks served
Opportunity to network with fellow CIOs and industry leaders
Sponsor showcase or tech demo (Booth Visit)
Panel Discussion 2: Key technologies driving CIO priorities
Discussion points:
AI, cloud, and automation: What’s next?
The role of CIOs in shaping sustainable and ethical technology use
Moderator:
Eng Shaima Almeer | Artificial Intelligence Country Advisor | IGOA
Panelists:
Dr Jamal Hashim | Lecturer in Surgery & Academic
Director of Artificial Intelligence | RCSI
Ahmed Saleh Albloushi | CEO of Fintech IT Consultation | AI & Blockchain Consultant
Muhannad Al-Nuaimi | Head of the Artificial Intelligence Community | Ministry of Information
Shaima Almeer
Dr Jamal Hashim
Ahmed Saleh Albalooshi
Muhannad Al-Nuaimi
CEO Awards
Honoring visionary CEOs who are driving innovation and transformation through Artificial Intelligence. This segment recognizes outstanding leadership and strategic adoption of AI in shaping the future of business.
CIO 200 Awards
Recognizing and celebrating outstanding CIOs for their contributions to the Organization
Awards presented in 4 categories (Next-Gen | Leader | Master | Legend)
Photo for award winners
Closing By Ambassadors | Lunch
Dr. Jassim Haji | President | IGOAI
Concluding remarks from the Country Ambassadors
Key takeaways and reflections from the event
The session concludes with a networking lunch, offering attendees a final opportunity to connect and celebrate the day’s success.
Dr. Jassim Haji
