6th HR and People Development Summit Dubai
5-6 February 2025JW Marriott Hotel Marina
About the Summit
The Summit Events team are based in the heart of London. The HR Summit is our longest-running annual event and marked its 30th anniversary in October 2023.
We pride ourselves on creating high quality networking events for the HR sector. Our aim is to help organisations with their changing needs.
The HR and People Development Summit Dubai is your chance to attend an exclusive ‘invitation only’ event, reserved for 55 L&D and HR Decision makers on site, creating unparalleled networking opportunities. The HR and People Development Summit in Dubai helps companies enhance their business profile in the MENA region.
Who's attending?
Head of/Director of HR
Head of/Director of Talent, Learning & Development
Head of/Director of Organisational Development
Attending as a Delegate
Standard Delegate Entry
If you are a Director of HR, L&D, Organisational Development or equivalent, you can gain free access to the Summit and meet with our innovative solution providers whilst also taking part in our conference, listening to our engaging speaker sessions. In advance of the Summit, you will pre-select the sessions and vendors that are of interest and, based on your preferences, we’ll create your personalised schedule.
Network and share best practice with peers
Business ‘speed dates’ with top solution providers
Take part in strategy sessions and round table discussions
Informal networking opportunities during coffee breaks, lunches and the evening cocktail reception
Delegate Conference Pass
Delegates now have the opportunity to gain access to our conference and listen to our top-speaker sessions, engaging panels and keynote speakers with our Delegate Conference Pass. Network with other HR & L&D leaders without attending the 1:1 meeting meetings with solution providers.
Get in touch with the team for more information and pricing
Attending as a vendor
As a vendor, you can benefit from a set number of face-to-face meetings with engaged and qualified senior HR buyers who are actively seeking business. You can pre-select who to meet, to ensure worthwhile meetings.
If you are interested in hearing more about our meeting packages and sponsorship opportunities, please register your interest and a member of the team will be in touch soon.
In addition to our set 1:1 meeting packages, vendors now have the opportunity to add a table-top stand. Maximise your networking opportunities and expand your brand's presence at the Summit with promotional materials such as brochures or banners.
Testimonials
Get a sense of what our Dubai Summit looks like in the video below“So far, with my interactions with delegates, the quality of the delegates I have met and networked with has been very high and they are the decision makers. My meetings have been very fruitful already, we have had discussions about going forward on some of the solutions that we provide and I’m very positive about the future!”
Skills Cafe,
“The atmosphere was charged with enthusiasm, as participants from diverse backgrounds came together to engage in dynamic discussions and explore innovative solutions to the pressing challenges facing our industry. The calibre of speakers and the depth of insights shared truly elevated the experience, leaving attendees inspired and equipped with actionable strategies to drive positive change”
Head of HR - Falcon Technologies,
Key clients 2025
Networking Partner 2024
We can accommodate up to 25 HR & L&D vendors
Delegates 2025
Here’s a snapshot of delegates attending in 2025- Aspen Healthcare Human Capital Manager - MENAT
- BP VP P&C Aviation, P&I and Emergine Markets
- Deriv Global Head of Talent Development
- Godiva Chocolatier HR Director EMEA
- Henkel Group Regional Talent Development & Learning Manager IMEA
- Nestle HR Head
- NH Collection Dubai The Palm Manager of People and Culture
- Sabena Technics Director of Human Resources - Middle East
- TAQA Group Talent Management Lead
Get in touch with us to gain access to the full list and hear who plans on attending the next summit
Media Partners 2025
Speakers 2025
See below for the 2025 speakers
Debbie Simister
Global Vice President, Talent Management Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery & Emblems at Accor
Accor
Sarah Morello and Pooja Taneja
Director, People & Performance MEA and Head of People & Performance, Operations & Procurement
Kraft Heinz
Register your interest in the 6th HR & People Development Summit Dubai
JW Marriott Hotel Marina, 5-6 February 2025
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- sponsorship options
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