05th September 2024
Grand Mercure Hotel
Dubai, UAE
Viktoria de' Simone
Jigar Sagar
Muhammad Ashfaq-Ur-Rehman
Lina Hourani
Jigar Sagar is a serial entrepreneur, visionary investor and strategic government advisor who has been at the forefront of the UAE’s digital revolution for over 15 years. With a robust background in finance and strategic planning, Sagar has founded and scaled over 31 ventures with a combined valuation exceeding $350 million.
Sagar’s innovative approach to public-private partnerships has revolutionized the development of multiple UAE free zones, digital government services, and Creative Zone infusing them with cutting-edge digitisation and innovation. His unique approach to merging technology with business solutions has established him as a key architect in shaping the UAE’s evolving digital ecosystem.
As the founder of Triliv Holdings, EZMS, and AppiZap, an emerging tech enterprise with a projected valuation over $100 million, Sagar has consistently demonstrated his ability to launch and nurture high-impact ventures which merge AI, spatial computing, technology, business and finance. His establishment of Set Hub (formerly Business Incorporation Zone) in 2015 has facilitated the creation of over 25,000 companies, while Créo, MPlatform, and Talent Higher reflect his diverse expertise in digital marketing, e-commerce, and recruitment, respectively.
Driven by a deep commitment to making a positive impact on people’s lives, the founder of FINMAAL leveraged over two decades of comprehensive experience in the financial services industry to establish the company. This initiative stems from a passion for global service and aims to transform the financial ecosystem.
At FINMAAL, the mission is to simplify financial processes, enabling individuals to focus on their core priorities without the undue burden of financial concerns. The founder believes that managing financial matters should not drain people’s energy, time, or resources.
To realize this vision, FINMAAL has structured its mission into four distinct yet high-value propositions, spanning various business models from B2C to B2B and extending to B2B2C.
International development expert, with 25 years of diversified experience in the fields of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainability, and Youth Development in the technical areas of public relations, programs design and management, training, and institutional partnerships on both strategic and grass root levels.
Also, with a wide history and 10 years of experience of projects with different international NGOs, focusing on supporting women entrepreneurs and social leaders.
Ms. Hourani holds Master degree in Public Relations and Communications from the University of Westminster in London, a BA in Political Science & French literature from the University of Jordan, and a Diploma in Neuro-linguistic programming from Canada. She has undergone extensive trainings including innovative leadership, TOT, mind mapping, creativity and is certified as an international trainer on the interpersonal skills, which qualified her to train more than 2000 senior professionals and young leaders in UAE, Jordan, Egypt, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, UK and USA.
Viktoria de’ Simone is a seasoned professional specializing in international business reorganizations. She holds a leadership position at PwC Legal Middle East LLP, where she leverages her expertise to guide complex organizational transformations.
With a strong educational background from the University of Law, Viktoria brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, contributing significantly to the strategic initiatives of PwC Middle East.
Her work focuses on optimizing business structures and ensuring compliance within the dynamic legal frameworks of the region.