GWC – Forum 2022

AGENDA

10:00 am - 10:15 am

By GWC

10:15 am - 10:30 am

By FIFA

10:30 am - 11:15 am

Panel 1 - Direct and Indirect Impact of Qatar 2022™ on MSMEs

The first panel session will examine the direct and indirect impact of hosting the FIFA World Cup on MSMEs in various sectors of the Qatari economy.

11:15 am - 11:30 am

Half-time Break

11:30 am - 12:15 pm

Panel 2: The Way Forward

The second panel session will delve into the trends and challenges faced by MSMEs by taking the discussion to major enablers of business success and prosperity.

12:15 pm - 12:30 pm

Set for Success

Business setup for success can be a challenge for any corporation, more so when the business ownership falls within the limited resources of an MSME business. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) of the State of Qatar offers a wide range of options and opportunities that open the door for the brave to take up the registration process in the right direction right from the start.

12:30 pm - 12:50 pm

MSMEs in the Age of Sharing Economy

12:50 pm - 1:10 pm

Scale 7 - Fashion and Design Business Incubator

SPEAKERS

Jose Dhooma

Head of Event Logistics

FIFA

An industry veteran with 25+ years of global experience, Jose has spearheaded the end-to-end logistics for mega sporting events including the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics Games.

Nazli Berberoglu

General Manager

The Coca-Cola Company

An expert of 16 years in marcom, partnerships, sponsorships, and public affairs, currently managing FIFA World Cup operations for Coca-Cola.

Thani Ali Al-Malki

Executive Director Business

Ooredoo

With active involvement in leading worldwide 5G deployment for Ooredoo, Thani currently heads the company’s B2B portfolio in Qatar encompassing connectivity, ICT, and mega projects.

Fatma Al Nuaimi

Communications & Media Executive Director

Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy

A seasoned communications specialist working with the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy in a directorial role involving host country communications and media operations.

Syed Maaz

Chief Business Development Officer

GWC

A logistics business expert of two decades, spearheading the global business development for a leading logistics services provider in the Middle East region.

Dr. Laoucine Kerbache

Professor

HBKU

With 100+ papers published in international journals across a career spanning 35+ years, Dr. Kerbache is a seasoned expert specialising in modelling and optimisation within supply chain operations.

Dr. Adel Elomri

Assistant Professor

HBKU

A published author in top international academic journals, Dr. Elomri brings with him a rich research experience of 15+ years in supply chain and operations management.

Dr. Manal Al Zaidan

Director of Pharmacy

PHCC

A leader with immense contribution towards advancing the Pharmacy practice in Qatar over a career spanning 2 decades, which includes published papers in reputable journals.

Aysha Khalifa Al Romaihi

Manager of Special Programs - Incubation

QDB

Driven by a progressive entrepreneurial mindset, Aysha works on innovative development programs that help Qatar’s start-ups realise expansion opportunities.

Hamad Al Abdan

Director of Business Development & Investment Promotion

MoCI

A highly experienced business planning, development, and management expert with a demonstrated track record of success working with key government organisations in Qatar.

Dr. Christos Anagnostopoulos

Assistant Professor

HBKU

An editorial board member in 9 international scientific journals related to sport management, Dr. Anagnostopoulos is credited with the establishment of the UNESCO Chair on Governance and Social Responsibility in Sport.

Dr. Kamilla Swart

Associate Professor

HBKU

The Director of Masters of Science in Sport and Entertainment at College of Science in Engineering (HBKU), Dr. Swart serves on several international editorial boards, steering committees, and conferences.