G[P]RC PRE-EVENT SEMINAR

by Naji Fayad, Board Member, International Internal Audit Standards Board (IIASB)

Speaker
Dr. Sultan Saud Alsajjan, GM, Governance and Compliance, Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, Riyadh

New technologies like Generative AI promise to transform the GRC function by making it fully agile and resilient – yet AI poses its own risks and challenges
Join Michael Rasmussen, the "father of GRC" at GRC 20/20 Research, in exploring AI's opportunities and challenges in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). Gain insights on seamlessly integrating AI into your GRC processes, selecting the right solutions, and learn from real-world success stories of Australian companies leveraging AI for GRC transformation. This session equips you with actionable knowledge and addresses key considerations like ethics, data privacy, and change management for a well-prepared AI-powered GRC journey.

Speaker
Michael Rasmussen, GRC Analyst and Pundit, GRC 20/20 Research, Inc

Panelists:
Jason Davis, Chief Internal Audit Officer, Neom
Ahsan Ali, Chief Risk Officer, Tourism Development Fund, Saudi Arabia
Sultan Al Homaidhi, Director Risk Management, Mobily
Sultan Al Tayyar, Director of Internal Risk, Capital Market Authority
Leena Alnowairan, Associate Director, Corporate Governance, ROSHN Group

Moderator:
Michael Rasmussen, GRC Analyst and Pundit, GRC 20/20 Research, Inc

Speaker
Ms. Sarah Alharbi, the Operational Risk division Head, Saudi Industrial Development Fund

To navigate this terrain successfully, it is imperative for businesses to not only ensure governance, manage performance, mitigate risks, and uphold compliance, but to also transform into a “connected enterprise.” A “connected enterprise” is a holistic approach to efficient and effective business management, one where governance, performance, risk management, and compliance are seamlessly integrated, enabling strategic alignment, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making. In a connected enterprise, every aspect of the business, from strategy to execution, is connected and aligned, fostering agility, adaptability,and business resilience.

Speaker:
Tor Inge Vasshus, Founder & CEO, Corporater

The case study explores the successful implementation of a data privacy system, emphasizing the integration of stringent policies, advanced encryption measures, and proactive monitoring to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance. It highlights the significance of technology integration, employee training, and adaptability to evolving threats in achieving a robust data protection framework. Speaker
Mohammad Al-Nasser, Chief Risk Officer, Saudi Credit Bureau - SIMAH

Speaker:
Nasser Saud Alsahli, Chairman, Saudi Governance Center

Join industry leaders in a dynamic panel discussion as we navigate the future of risk management, exploring the transformative impact of emerging technologies and digitization for accelerated growth and innovation. Gain insights into strategic approaches shaping the risk landscape in the evolving digital era.

Panelists:
Mohammed Alangari, Director General of Enterprise Risk, Saudi EXIM Bank
Marc Haberland, CEO, Clariba SEIDOR
Noura AlQafari, Risk, Compliance, and Business Continuity Department Director, Communication, Space & Technology Commision, KSA-CST
Atiq Bajwa, Director of Enterprise Risk Management, SAMI (Saudi Arabia Military Organization)
Noor Taleb Alshebani, Enterprise Risk Management Director, ROSHN

Moderator:
Apoorva Yatindra, Head TMT and Automation, Drut

"Embarking on a transformative journey, one of the world's largest manufacturing and technology companies embraced a platform-based approach, revolutionizing corporate governance. Through seamless integration, this approach not only mastered complexity but harmonized risk management, internal controls, compliance, and assurance, ushering in an era of streamlined efficiency and unparalleled excellence."

Speaker:
Patrick Risch, Partner, Ernst & Young

Speaker:
Muhammad Shoaib Suleman, Senior Director GRC, Roshn

An integrated approach to GRC functions and activities delivers many benefits for organizations. Learn from the experiences of those who have been successful, through use-case illustrations, and discover:
- Trends and best practices to achieve integrated GRC
- Use-case examples of tangible and measurable benefits
- How integrated GRC supports ESG goals


Speaker:
Guillaume Pamart, GRC Principal Solution Consultant, Wolters Kluwer Enablon

In an era where sustainability and responsible business practices take center stage, the adoption of ESG principles emerges as a driver of transformative value for organisations and investors. But to be a meaningful factor in effectuating corporate purpose, ESG must be integrated throughout corporate affairs, not just in the boardroom. This session will address how organisations can create and adopt integrated ESG frameworks.

Panelists:
Riyadh Alsafrani, Head of Corporate Sustainability, Saudi Electricity Company
Samir Pathak, RSZA Head of Sustainability, Red Sea Global


Moderator:
Maen Al NimrawiI, Head of ESG & Commissioning, Global, Alpin Limited

Updating how governments handle data, manage risks, and ensure compliance involves using modern strategies and technologies. This approach enhances data protection, regulatory adherence, and risk mitigation, promoting transparency and better decision-making in today's digital landscape.

Speaker:
Akram Tawfiq, Senior Consultant, Jadaya

Speaker:
Imran Ghouse Malick, Vice President, GRCxperts Enterprise Solutions