Agenda
08:30 – 09:25
Registration
at CCL – Lisbon Congress Centre, RIO Pavillion
09:25 - 09:30
Introduction
09:30 -09:35
Welcome Address
by Ravi Kumar Chandran, Founder & Managing Director – GBB Venture
09:35 - 10:50
Spotlight Presentations
09:35 – 09:45
Learning from the Edge in Amsterdam
A prototype for future connected workspaces that encourages informal and spontaneous collaboration between workers and their building, in a corporate setting, by Ron Bakker, Founding Partner – PLP Architecture
09:45 – 09:55
The Dawn of the Biotech City by Pablo Vidarte, CEO – BIOO
09:55 – 10:05
Green Luxury: How Marble Paves the Way for Sustainable Building in Saudi Arabia and ME by Dott. Geol. Tetyana Kovalenko, CEO – Elite Stone Group
10:05 – 10:15
“The Air that I breathe – Aerosol transmission of Pathogens and what to do about it” by PD Dr. Andreas Wieser
Senior Physician, Working Group Leader, Deputy Head Of Laboratory Diagnostics
Smart United GmbH
10:15 – 10:25
Shaping the Future of Saudi Hospitality by Ali Al Ghamdi, Transformation Consultant – OSUS Real Estate
10:25 – 10:35
Navigating the Evolving Trends in Saudi Mega Projects by Elias Abousamra, CEO – Rafal Real Estate Development Company
Discover the key players, evolving supply chain dynamics, and strategic priorities shaping the landscape over the next 18 months
10:35 – 10:50
Future Real Estate Investment in Saudi Arabia by Saud M. Alsulaimani, Country Lead and Head of Capital Markets – KSA, JLL
10:50 - 11:20
PHOTO SESSION & COFFEE BREAK
11:20 - 11:35
Recent Work: Explorations in Sustainable High-Rise Design
by Christos Passas, Director – Zaha Hadid Architects
11:35 - 11:45
MEETINGS BRIEF
A quick introduction to the process of pre-arranged meetings
11:45 - 13:45
Meetings 1-5
13:45 - 14:45
Networking Luncheon
At The Restaurant, Mezzanine Floor
14:45 – 14:50
Energize with Technogym
A fun-filled post-lunch wake-up session by Amancio Santos, Master Trainer – Technogym
at RIO Pavillion
14:50 - 15:30
SIMPLIFYING AGILITY
A panel of thought leaders delves into flexibility and adaptability of design and development process to deliver extraordinary projects defining the future of the Kingdom.
Moderator:
Daniel O’Brien, Director ‑ Development, Qiddiya
Speakers –
- Paul Fraser, Director – Cities & Communities KSA – AtkinsRealis
- Sanjay Tanwani, Regional Director – AECOM
- James Passmore, Confidential- Public Investment Fund
- Al.Motasem B. Attiyah, CEO – Clear Holding Co.
15:30 – 17:30
Meetings 6-10
17:30 – 19:30
Unwinding Break
Shuttle pick-up to hotel at 17:45
Shuttle pick-up from hotel for Dinner at 18:45
19:30 – 23:00
GALA COCKTAIL DINNER at Arriba
Join us, through a coastal drive, as the sun sets and the waves whisper, for a relaxed and refined networkig experience, with fine cocktails, exquisite cuisine, and a stunning seaside view nestled next to a fort.
Dress Code: Coastal Chic
09:00 - 09:30
Registration & Recap
at CCL – Lisbon Congress Centre, RIO Pavillion
09:30 – 09:45
Real Estate Projects Update: Saudi Arabia
Real Estate Market Update: Saudi Arabia
A presentation showcasing supply and demand trends, residential survey results and market opportunities.
by Harmen De Jong Regional Partner – Head of Consulting Knight Frank
09:45 – 10:30
Designing the Iconic:
A presentation series that explores the process through the concept to completion, and all that it takes to deliver timeless structures.
Speakers –
- Maximilian Zielinski, Senior Partner – Foster + Partners
- Viggo Haremst, Partner & Design Director – Henning Larsen
- Mark Kennedy, Head of Design: MAGNA – NEOM
10:30 - 11:15
Market Dynamics & Mega Events Reshaping the Industry
Panel of experts delve into impressive mega events, favourable micro and macroeconomics and other factors that are all set to redefine tourism & Saudi real estate developments
Moderator: Tala Michel Issa, Chief Reporter – Arabian Business
Speakers: Ahmed Abas, Director, MENA Sports Advisory Leader – EY Parthenon
Dr. Bassam Boodai, Board Member & Investment Committee Chairman – Al Mozaini Real Estate
Dr. Adil Al-Qusadi, Advisor on Strategic Partnerships and International Cooperation – Saudi Arabia
Eng. Abdulaziz Al Zamil, CBDO – Tatweer
11:15 - 11:20
Meetings Brief
11:20 - 13:15
Meetings 11-15
13:15 - 14:00
MEETINGS NETWORKING
Time to meet more clients and connect for more opportunities.
14:00 - 15:00
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
at The Restaurant, Mezzanine Floor
15:00 - 17:00
GBB Xclusive: Delegates-Only BASH
Business Associates Social Hour
At Rio Pavilion