The 11th Annual ADAM Global International Business Forum is a premier event organized by ADAM Global, a leading international network that unites professionals across various sectors, including law, accounting, consulting, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. With a presence in over 100 cities worldwide, ADAM Global facilitates global expansion, business transformation, and strategic partnerships through cross-border collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
This year's forum focuses on the theme "East Is the New West: How Artificial Intelligence & Innovation in Finance, Legal, & Healthcare is Shifting the Global Balance of Power." Key topics include global healthcare transformation, the global talent reset, intelligent finance, and the digital law revolution. Sessions will explore how AI is reshaping these industries, with panel discussions featuring experts such as Dr. Armen Papazian, Dr. Raza Siddiqui, and Ken Giami.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities, an expo hall showcasing innovative solutions, and keynote addresses from notable speakers like Dr. Armen Papazian and H.E. Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi. The event also includes a business awards ceremony and a gala dinner, providing ample opportunities for professional engagement and recognition.
This forum is ideal for professionals in finance, legal, healthcare, and technology sectors seeking to understand and leverage the impact of AI and innovation in their fields. Entrepreneurs and business leaders aiming to expand their networks and explore strategic partnerships will also find significant value in attending.
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Speakers(42)
Abduraheem Padinhare
Legal Manager at CARS24 Arabia
Abduraheem Padinhare is the Legal Manager at CARS24 Arabia and Director at Makemynotary.com.
Ahmed Elnaggar
Managing Partner at Elnaggar & Partners
Ahmed Elnaggar is the Managing Partner at Elnaggar & Partners, Founder of The Jurist, Host at The Jurist Podcast, and President at Emirates Legal Network.
Akbar Ali
Managing Director at Ali Legal Ltd
Akbar Ali is the Managing Director of Ali Legal Ltd and a Member of ADAM Global Network Middle East.
Alwyn Stephen
Founder at Burj Bites
Alwyn Stephen is the Founder of Burj Bites, a Dubai-based brand creating premium kunafa-filled chocolates, blending Middle Eastern tradition with gourmet innovation.
Anna Och
Strategic Partnerships & Senior Business Development Manager at TheBlock.
Anna Och is the Strategic Partnerships & Senior Business Development Manager at TheBlock., an international hub of virtual assets based in Dubai, working at the intersection of Web3, strategic capital, and regulation.
Dr. Armen Papazian
Co-Founder and Director at Space Value Foundation
Dr. Armen Papazian is the author of 'The Space Value of Money' (2022), 'Hardwiring Sustainability into Financial Mathematics' (2023), and 'Financing the Race to Space' (2024) by Palgrave Macmillan.
Dr. Choo
Dr. Choo is associated with McMillian Woods in Malaysia.
Dr. Christopher Abraham
CEO at SP Jain School of Global Management
Dr. Christopher Abraham is the CEO of SP Jain School of Global Management, a global business school with campuses in Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, and Sydney.
Dr. Emily Mogano
Vice President at My NEO Group
Dr. Emily Mogano is the Vice President of My NEO Group, Managing Director of NREC (Neo Royal Executive Club), and Founder of CAP (Conference of African Presidents)-AI.
Dr. Kamran Shaikh
President of Europe at Adam Global Network
Dr. Kamran Shaikh is the President of Europe at Adam Global Network and Managing Director at Morgan Reach.
Dr. Katherine Iscoe
Dr. Katherine Iscoe is an author and motivational keynote speaker based in Dubai, helping ambitious people-pleasers stop overthinking and achieve more, faster.
Dr. Mahmoud Al Burai
Senior Director Innovation & Tokenization at Dubai Land Department
Dr. Mahmoud Al Burai is the Senior Director of Innovation & Tokenization at the Dubai Land Department.
Dr. Malik
Advisor at Dubai Blockchain Centre
Dr. Malik is an Advisor at Dubai Blockchain Centre, United Arab Emirates, and a Blockchain Partner.
Dr. Mandeep Singh
Subspecialist in Maternal Fetal Medicine, Fetal Surgery Director at Kypros Nicolaides Fetal Medicine & Therapy Center
Dr. Mandeep Singh is a subspecialist in Maternal Fetal Medicine and serves as the Fetal Surgery Director at Kypros Nicolaides Fetal Medicine & Therapy Center in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Dr. N. Rajeev
MD at ESPA Africa
Dr. N. Rajeev is associated with ESPA Africa, a European brand with a strong presence in the MEP, HVAC, and construction sectors, playing an active and strategic role across the Africa, MENA, and APAC regions.
Dr. Raymond Liew
President at McMillian Woods
Dr. Raymond Liew is the President of McMillian Woods in Singapore.
Dr. Raza Siddiqui
CEO at Arabian Healthcare Group
Dr. Raza Siddiqui is the Chief Executive Officer of Arabian Healthcare Group, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Dr. Reem Marat
Founder & CEO at EaseBio
Dr. Reem Marat is the Founder & CEO of EaseBio, a biotech entrepreneur from Silicon Valley, pioneering the future of digital precision health.
Dr. Tariq Nizami
CEO at CEO Clubs Network
Dr. Tariq Nizami is the CEO of CEO Clubs Network, a USA-based organization with a regional office in Dubai, UAE, and the largest business networking club in the world.
Dr. Tayseer El Faki Mustafa
Dr. Tayseer El Faki Mustafa is a Sudanese leader, peace ambassador, and global entrepreneur, combining political vision, healthcare expertise, and international business leadership to advance democracy, peace, and sustainable development.
Elisabeth Anne
Regional Managing Director at Imagination MENA
Elisabeth Anne is the Regional Managing Director of Imagination MENA, based in Dubai, leading strategy, growth, and transformation across the region, partnering with governments and corporates to deliver high-impact initiatives.
Esha Dsouza
CEO & Partner at Corporate Group
Esha D’Souza is the CEO & Partner of Corporate Group, based in UAE with locations around the world, advising large corporations, MNCs, and entrepreneurs on audit, tax, and regulatory strategies across the GCC.
H.E. Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi
Former Minister of Environment & Water at UAE
H.E. Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi is the former Minister of Environment & Water of the United Arab Emirates.
Hendrik Van der Ham
Hendrik Van der Ham is a Netherlands-based entrepreneur, visionary, and author, founder of BRIDGES2000 and SEVENTH, a project creating sustainable floating communities.
James Mathew
Managing Partner at UHY James Chartered Accountants
James Mathew is the Managing Partner at UHY James Chartered Accountants.
Ken Giami
Founder & CEO at African Leadership Organization
Ken Giami is the Founder & CEO of the African Leadership Organization and Publisher of African Leadership Magazine since 2006, championing business communications, trade facilitation, and public sector strategy, highlighting transformational leaders and progress across Africa.
Mazin Gadir
Director of Healthcare Life Sciences
Mazin Gadir is a Health Informatics futurist, Quantum Physicist, Startup Mentor and Coach, inspiring international Keynote speaker, Value-based transformation researcher, digital health & deep tech enthusiast, Web3 Ambassador who loves anything about blockchain, Metaverse, NFT, Nanotechnology, Big Data, and Human Transformation.
Mr. Ayman Kaouri
Co-Founder & Regional Director at Scope Solutions
Mr. Ayman Kaouri is the Co-Founder & Regional Director at Scope Solutions, a Cloud Solutions Specialist in Dubai, UAE, known as the Chief Tech Habibi, helping accounting firms and SMEs in the GCC with their digital transformation journeys.
Mr. Elizon Morados Lazaro
Founder & Chief Executive at Barako LLC
Mr. Elizon Morados Lazaro is a Chartered Manager, Founder & Chief Executive of Barako LLC, leading the Barako 500 Plates Project in the UAE, with over 30 years of experience in social enterprise across various sectors.
Mr. Laben Chege
Managing Partner at Labchey Consulting
Mr. Laben Chege is the Managing Partner at Labchey Consulting in Kenya.
Mr. Ramesh S. Mahalingam
Founder & MD at Ideal Capital Management Consultants
Mr. Ramesh S. Mahalingam is the Founder & Managing Director of Ideal Capital Management Consultants, a transaction advisory and management consulting firm based in Dubai.
Mr. Sujith Mathew
Partner at ALBM Excello
Mr. Sujith Mathew is a Partner at ALBM Excello, based in Dubai, specializing in Corporate and Commercial Law, with a primary focus on Mergers and Acquisitions.
Mr. Victor Leginsky
Mr. Victor Leginsky is an international arbitrator and mediator, a Canadian resident in the UAE for over 18 years.
Mr. Walid Jumaa
Founding Partner & CEO at United Advocates
Mr. Walid Jumaa is the Founding Partner & CEO of United Advocates in Dubai, UAE.
Ms. Saloi Benbaha
Head at XDC Network Enterprise Alliance & Ventures
Ms. Saloi Benbaha is the Head of XDC Network Enterprise Alliance & Ventures.
Ms. Shadha Zawawi
Senior Associate at Al Tamimi & Company
Ms. Shadha Zawawi is a dispute resolution lawyer at Al Tamimi & Company, focusing on international arbitration and dispute resolution advisory across key industry sectors including construction, real estate, and commercial trade.
Nawar Abdul Wahed
CEO at EurAsia Gulf
Nawar Abdul Wahed is the CEO of EurAsia Gulf, facilitating trade and investment between Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the GCC.
Professor Tahir Akhtar
Chairman and Founder at Adam Holdings and Adam Global
Professor Tahir Akhtar is a distinguished 'Doctorpreneur,' blending expertise in medicine, business, and leadership, serving as Chairman of the Academic Board at New Vision University and a member of the Africa Leadership Organisation Board.
Ray Fares
Author & Revenue Growth Expert
Ray Fares is an Author & Revenue Growth Expert, and an investor in Fintech & Crypto.
Reem Mahrat
Founder & CEO at EazeBio
Reem Mahrat is a biotech entrepreneur from Silicon Valley, leading EazeBio—a precision diagnostics company making next-generation biomarker and AI-powered health panels accessible worldwide.
Sayyed Abbas Shah
CEO at Adam Global
Sayyed Abbas Shah is the Chief Executive Officer of Adam Global.
Sheikh Muhammad Noman
Founder and Business Development Partner
Sheikh Muhammad Noman brings over 20 years of expertise as an Investment Professional, specializing in investment securities, risk calculations, financial engineering, and structuring business models with minimal risk, overseeing diversified investment and business portfolios for leading family offices throughout the GCC region.
Event Details
- Date
- November 10-11, 2025
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- To be announced
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Professionals in finance, legal, healthcare, and technology sectors; entrepreneurs; business leaders.
- Attendees
- Over 200 professionals