GRC Conference

(Governance, Risk, and Compliance)
مؤتمر الحوكمة و المخاطر و الالتزام

16-17 September 2025, DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh Financial District

featured speakers 2025

Abdulmalik Aldubayyan

Governance & Board Secretary Director at Adeera

A methodological Steps to Build The Governance Framework

Mohammad Abudalo

Head of GRC, KPMG Saudi Arabia

Integrated GRC approach: opportunities and challenges

Monther Alsohebani

Enterprise Risk Manager at Airbus

Transforming Aviation: Innovations in Sustainability and the Path to Reduced Emissions

Basheer G. Abhary

Head of Risk Management at Al-Watania Poultry

Corporate Governance & Risk Management: Navigating Uncertainty in a Changing World

Jad Fayad

Governance Executive Director at RED SEA Global

Building Adaptive Governance Frameworks

Roland Abi Najem

CEO at Revotips

Cybersecurity Governance & Supply Chain Risk

SAMI BEN JOUDA

General Manager at GRCA Solutions and Consulting

Board Responsibility for Sustainable Business

Einas Alghamdi

Director Staff Experience at Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs

Governance-Driven Employee Wellbeing: A Strategic Imperative for Sustainable Healthcare Organizations

Ahmed Adel

Director - Head of Compliance at Gulf Capital Investment Company - InvestGB

Navigating Compliance Frameworks: Key Regulations & Challenges

Shashidhar Vanapalli

Sr. Director at Ascent

AI transformation in Corporate Governance

Omar Abu-Jbara

Head of Internal Audit at Al Argan International Real Estate

The Role of Leadership in Enabling GRC Success

Atiq Bajwa

Chief Risk Officer at Sulaiman Alrajhi Holding

ESG in Petrochemicals & Manufacturing – Reducing Impact Through Innovation

Mahmoud Elbagoury

Chief Audit Executive at Ladun Investement

Building Ethical AI Governance Frameworks

Raheel Ahmed Chughtai

Advisor, Corprorate Governance & Compliance at Solutions by stc

Corporate Governance & AI - Opportunities & Challenges

Waseem Sulaiman

GRC Advisor at DEVOTEAM

GRC in Digital Transformation

Mohammad Alnawasrah

GRC Director at WETICO

Build Efficient, Effective, and Agile GRC Function

Amal Al Khaburi

Chief Audit Executive at Vodafone Oman

Revolutionizing Risk: How AI and Digital Transformation Are Redefining the Future of Business Resilience

conference overview

Following the outstanding success of the 2024 edition, we are proud to welcome you to the Saudi GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Conference 2025—the region’s premier event dedicated to advancing GRC practices across sectors.This year’s conference brings together leading industry experts, decision-makers, regulators, and practitioners to explore the latest developments, share strategic insights, and discuss the practical tools and frameworks needed to strengthen organizational governance, manage risks effectively, and ensure compliance in a fast-evolving environment.

Who Should Attend:

  • Chief Risk Officers (CROs)
  • Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs)
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance Professionals
  • Internal and External Auditors
  • Legal and Compliance Executives
  • IT and Cybersecurity Leaders
  • Regulatory and Policy Specialists
  • Risk Managers and Business Continuity Experts

Key Topics for 2025:

  • Building Resilient Governance Structures
  • Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks
  • Regulatory Compliance and Reporting Excellence
  • Cybersecurity Risk and Data Privacy Management
  • Ethics and Corporate Governance Integration
  • Internal Control and Modern Audit Practices
  • Digital Transformation and GRC Innovation
  • Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Crisis Response and Business Continuity
  • ESG, AI, and Emerging GRC Trends

Join us in Riyadh this September to gain invaluable knowledge, expand your professional network

become a speaker

Are you a subject matter expert in the field of GRC? Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge and insights with a diverse audience of professionals? Look no further! The Saudi GRC Conference invites you to become a speaker at our prestigious event.

Why Speak at the Saudi GRC Conference?
  • Showcase your expertise: As a speaker, you have the opportunity to showcase your knowledge, expertise, and thought leadership in GRC.  Share your insights, case studies, and practical strategies with a captivated audience eager to learn from your experiences.
  • Expand your network: Connect with professionals, fellow experts, and potential collaborators from diverse industries. Forge valuable relationships, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
  • Enhance your reputation: Being a speaker at the Saudi GRC Conference elevates your professional profile and enhances your reputation as a subject matter expert in your field. Establish yourself as a thought leader and gain recognition for your contributions to the GRC community.
  • Contribute to the industry: By sharing your expertise, you play an integral role in advancing the field of GRC. Your insights and experiences have the power to inspire others, drive innovation, and promote resilience in organizations across Saudi Arabia.

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speakers 2024

Dr. Paul McKeown

CEO at HanmiGlobal Saudi

Advancing Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) through AI: Strategies for Saudi Arabia

Tom Teixeira

Partner at ARTHUR D. LITTLE

Developing and implementing early warning systems

Khalid Bahabri

CEO - Founder Principal Consultant at Resilience Hub Consulting

Establishing Effective and Efficient Policies and Procedures Governance

Gerald Fuehrer

Managing Director at BC Consulting

Strategy for disaster resilience – perception of risk and disaster preparedness

Abdulrahman Obeid

Enterprise Risk Management General Manager at Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority

Risk Culture Shift

Dr. ZAHRA ALNASSER

Manager of Corporate Governance

Moderating Role of Corporate Governance in the Relationship Between Cyber-Risk and Financial Stability

Mahmoud Elbagoury

Head of Internal Audit at Ladun Investment Group

Auditing and Assurance of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Capabilities

Rakan Ghoth

Chief Audit Executive at ANFAS MEDICAL CARE

GRC Models - Organizational Alignment through Principled Performance

Mohammad Alnawaserah

Head of Enterprise Risk Management at Saudi Chemical Holding Company

Building Resilient Governance Structures

Abdallah Alharithy

Compliance Director at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

The Importance of Compliance Management System in Healthcare

Raheel Ahmed Chughtai

Advisor, Corporate Governance & Compliance, solutions by stc

Establishing Regulatory Compliance from Scratch

Sahar Al Alaiwat

Regional Head of Advisory and Consultancy at Braxtone Group

Digital transformation versus regulatory readiness in the GCC

Nawwaf Alabdulhadi

Cyber Workforce Analysis and Development Expert

Optimizing Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Waseem Sulaiman

GRC Advisor at DEVOTEAM

GRC in Digital Transformation

Senan Zeitoun

Director – GRC, Enterprise Risk Services at KPMG Professional Services

GRC: a Business and Operational Enabler

Hashem Al-Azizi

Chief Executive Officer at Trusted Vision for Governance

Impact of regulations in the Governance System of the organization

Hussam Al Sehaibani

Managing Partner at Antares Consulting GRC

Governance and economy of high inflation and interest rates

Nayaz Mohammed

Partner at PwC

Resilience Strategic Initiatives Aligned with Sumood

Sami Ben Jouda

General Manager at GRCA Solutions & Consulting

COSO framework to boost GRC

Monther S. Alsohebani

Enterprise Risk Manager at AIRBUS

Cognitive Biases in Risk Models.

Alaa M. Al-Ali

Operational Excellence and Compliance Leader at Saudi Aramco

In-house developed model for sustainable risk prioritization

Arif Siddique Khokhar

Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Advisory at ECOVIS AL SABTI

Establishing Effective and Efficient GRC Function

Saad Saleem

Regional Manager, Eastern Province at ECOVIS AL SABTI

Cybersecurity Resilience and Importance of GRC

Syed Sajjad Bukhari

Senior Manager, Technology & Cybersecurity Risk Advisory at Ecovis Alsabti

Cybersecurity Resilience and Importance of GRC

Mohamed Elnajjar

Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Advisory at ECOVIS AL SABTI

Establishing Effective and Efficient GRC Function

Reem theeb Alqahtani

Manager of the Risk and Business Continuity office at Board of grievances

الحوكمة لإدارة المخاطر والامتثال في بيئة أعمال الديوان The Governance for Risk Management and Compliance in the Board of Grievances Environment

MOHAMMAD TURKI ALHAIDHAL

Director of Risk Management and Business Continuity at National Center for Environmental Compliance NCEC

مساهمة الإطار الوطني للمخاطر والطوارئ واستمرارية الأعمال في حماية وازدهار البيئة The Contribution of the National Framework for Risks, Emergencies, and Business Continuity to Environmental Protection and Prosperity

Arbab Choudhary

Director, Advisory, Digital trust & Cyber KPMG Saudi Arabia

become a sponsor

Sponsorship Value: SAR. 40,000 + VAT

Sponsorship Benifits:
  • The sponsor will be acknowledged by the conference moderator at the start or end of the conference
  • Logo & Company Name in all printings and promotional materials for the event
  • Logo on event website with link to sponsor’s home page
  • Complementary exhibition booth at prime location 4 Square Meters
  • Complementary delegates registration: 2 Senior Executives (Any more registration @ 50% Discount)
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registration

Conference Registration Fees: SAR. 5000 + VAT

Secure your spot at the SAUDI GRC Conference by completing the registration process and making the payment.

The registration fee includes the following benefits:
  • Access to attend all sessions and presentations during the SAUDI GRC Conference.
  • Refreshments, including lunch and coffee breaks, to keep you energized throughout the event.
  • A certificate of attendance to acknowledge your participation in the conference.
  • Exclusive access to a link where you can access the complete video recordings and PowerPoint presentations from the conference, allowing you to revisit the content and enhance your learning experience.
We aim to provide a comprehensive and valuable conference experience for all attendees, and these inclusions are designed to ensure that you gain maximum insights and knowledge from the event.

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