Announcing CXO 2.0 Conference Dubai 2026 Agenda!

Registration, Morning Coffee, And Refreshments

Start your Day 2 with a relaxed registration moment that leads into warm coffee and simple morning treats. Take this time to exchange updates, revisit yesterday's conversations, and settle in for a day filled with new insights and engaging dialogue.

Panel Discussion : The Business Case For Kindness

Did you know that organizations promoting kind and generous leadership were 35 percent more likely to double their earnings over a decade? This powerful connection between humanity and high performance is reshaping how leaders think about culture and long-term impact. This compelling session at our leadership conference will highlight how kindness drives deeper trust, inspires meaningful collaboration, and helps create workplaces where individuals and business results grow together.

Keynote : TBD

Panel Discussion : Financing Growth Engines Without Sacrificing Investor Confidence

What allows an organization to pursue bold expansion while still reinforcing the trust of those who support its financial direction? Achieving this balance requires disciplined planning, thoughtful resource allocation, and communication that keeps stakeholders assured. In this insightful session, experts will discuss how companies can back new initiatives, grow responsibly, and maintain transparent dialogue. Attendees will gain practical insights to support long-term stability while pursuing forward-looking opportunities.

Panel Discussion : The New Growth Formula: Scale Fast Without Breaking What Works

What if the real secret to sustained growth is scaling quickly without losing the systems, culture, and clarity that made your success possible in the first place? Leaders who master this balance often create organizations that grow with confidence rather than in chaos. In this empowering panel, panelists will share how to expand rapidly while preserving operational strength, team alignment, and the core elements that keep a company performing at its best.

Recognition Session

This session shines a spotlight on leaders who consistently pave new paths through strategic vision and decisive action. Their commitment to building high-performance environments and empowering others demonstrates the true strength of effective leadership.

Lunch & Networking

Make the most of your lunch break by joining peers for thoughtful, inspiring conversations. Revisit key insights, share practical experiences, and connect with attendees who can broaden your perspective and your network.

Business Card Exchange Session

This dedicated session invites you to introduce yourself, share business cards, and meet people who could influence your next opportunity. It is a fast-paced session built for meaningful interaction.

Keynote : TBD

Panel Discussion : Why Emerging Markets Are The World’s Best R&D Labs

Innovation often thrives in regions where challenges push teams to think differently and create practical solutions quickly. But what happens when these fast-moving environments become ideal places to experiment, refine ideas, and accelerate real-world testing? In this compelling conversation at our leadership summit, industry experts will highlight how high-potential regions are evolving into agile environments for breakthrough experimentation, and how organizations can leverage local talent, speed, and ingenuity to drive global advancement.

Panel Discussion : Stop Managing, Start Coaching: Cultivating Curiosity Over Compliance In Future Leaders

According to a recent study, 86 percent of organizations now view guidance and mentoring as essential parts of developing stronger talent, highlighting a shift away from older, top-down leadership models. This session will explore why modern teams excel when leaders support growth rather than simply direct tasks, creating environments that encourage inquiry, thoughtful dialogue, and ongoing development. Experts will also discuss how companies can integrate supportive leadership habits that strengthen judgment and help individuals think more independently.

Panel Discussion : Tech, Talent, And Trust: The Real Innovation Trinity

What if the most powerful breakthroughs happen only when advanced tools, capable people, and a foundation of reliability come together at the right moment? Organizations that reach this alignment move forward faster because teams feel supported, systems operate smoothly, and ideas advance with clarity. In this forward-focused discussion, the experts will examine how this three-part synergy strengthens culture, speeds up thoughtful decision-making, and drives sustained progress. 

Panel Discussion : Boardroom Rebels In The House! C-Suite Confessions Of Survival And Success

According to a recent Gartner survey, 56 percent of senior leaders say they are likely or highly likely to leave their current role within the next two years. This raises an important question: what does it really take to withstand pressure, stay effective, and rise stronger in today’s high-stakes corporate environment? In this session, executives will share real moments of challenge, the turning points that shaped their leadership, and the hard-earned lessons that helped them advance with clarity and conviction.

Recognition Session

This celebration honors leaders who are actively shaping the future with intention, insight, and remarkable foresight. Their leadership leaves a lasting mark on the people they guide, the organizations they build, and the progress they champion.

Networking Hour

Take this hour to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new leaders who bring fresh viewpoints and experience. It is an easy, inviting moment to discuss the day's highlights and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Registration, Morning Coffee, And Refreshments

Start the concluding day with a warm morning break featuring quick registration, coffee, and simple refreshments. This calm moment lets you revisit ongoing discussions, meet a few more peers, and prepare for the final chapter at our leadership conference.

Panel Discussion : The Empathy Edge: Using Emotional Intelligence To Drive Bottom-Line Results

Did you know that teams with high EQ can perform up to 46 percent better than those without it?  This growing advantage shows that understanding others, listening with intention, and communicating with clarity are no longer optional leadership traits but measurable performance drivers that shape healthier cultures and improved outcomes. In this insightful discussion at our leadership summit, industry experts will examine how these people-centered abilities elevate productivity, deepen trust within teams, and contribute directly to stronger organizational performance.

Keynote : TBD

Panel Discussion : The Great Rebrand Of Capitalism: Profit Meets Purpose

What if the next era of business is shaped by organizations that balance financial goals with a broader sense of impact? Across industries, expectations are shifting as consumers, employees, and stakeholders increasingly seek to understand how companies contribute to society while still performing well. In this thought-provoking panel, experts on stage will discuss how different organizations are approaching value creation, balancing long-term ambition and social responsibility, and exploring models that support sustainable progress.

Panel Discussion : How To Stay Relevant When Technology Refuses To Slow Down

What if maintaining your edge no longer comes from knowing every new tool, but from adapting quickly as the landscape shifts? Recent data shows that more than 18.8 billion IoT devices were connected in 2024, underscoring the rapid pace of innovation. In this session, the trailblazers and experts will discuss how leaders can operate effectively in an environment where new trends, digital systems, and emerging capabilities evolve rapidly.

Recognition Session

This session highlights leaders who see possibilities where others see limitations and dare to pursue them. Their forward-focused approach, combined with their ability to unify people around a shared vision, shapes a future defined by purpose and potential.

Lunch & Networking

Relax over lunch and engage in discussions that deepen your understanding of the day’s themes. This is the perfect window to explore new viewpoints, exchange thoughtful ideas, and expand your professional network.

Business Card Exchange Session

Connect with new faces, exchange business cards, and build relationships that can support your goals beyond the conference. This brief session is designed to help you expand your network with intention.

Panel Discussion : The End Of Human Creativity In Business — Are Machines Already Better?

As intelligent systems grow more capable, a pressing question emerges about how human imagination evolves within highly automated environments. Rather than replacing original thinking, new technologies are shifting the way ideas are generated, shaped, and executed. In this session, the experts will explore the changing balance between human perspective and advanced digital tools. Leaders will also share insights on how organizations can keep creativity thriving while integrating these rapidly advancing capabilities.

Panel Discussion : Building Teams That Reflect The World We Serve

What if the most effective workplaces are the ones shaped by people who bring a wide range of perspectives and lived experiences? Organizations that welcome broader viewpoints often uncover stronger ideas, better collaboration, and solutions that genuinely connect with real communities. In this insightful session at our leadership conference, the experts will discuss approaches for creating groups that mirror the audiences they aim to reach and why inclusive representation can strengthen culture and elevate overall performance.

Panel Discussion : Every CXO Is Now A Chief AI Officer

Did you know that 77 percent of senior executives believe AI will give their companies a competitive edge? This surge in confidence reflects a significant shift in leadership expectations, where decision-makers across all functions are now expected to understand and guide technology-driven change. In this compelling panel, experts will discuss how leaders can navigate expanding responsibilities in an AI-first landscape and what it means to lead thoughtfully as intelligent systems continue to advance.

Panel Discussion : Inclusion Is Everyone’s Job — But It Starts With The C-Suite

Creating a workplace where people feel valued becomes difficult when senior leadership treats it as an afterthought instead of a shared priority. This raises an important question: what changes when top decision-makers choose to set the tone for a more welcoming and equitable environment? In this session, the experts will discuss how executive accountability shapes organizational culture and how leaders at all levels can nurture environments where individuals feel recognized and respected.

Vote Of Thanks

Our deepest thanks to the remarkable leaders who contributed to the CXO 2.0 Conference and elevated every session with their expertise and perspective. Your presence and participation have created an environment of learning and leadership that will inspire continued growth and collaboration long after this conference concludes. See you in the next edition!