Dubai is set to welcome one of the region’s most influential workplace and HR gatherings this September, as the SHRM MENA Annual Conference & Expo 2025 returns to the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre from 16–18 September. Held under the patronage of the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), the event promises three days of high-level discussion, networking, and innovation.
Organised by the Society for Human Resource Management Middle East & North Africa, the conference will draw over 3,000 attendees from across MENA, Asia, Europe, and Africa — a mix of C-suite executives, policymakers, HR professionals, and business leaders. This year’s official sponsors Emdad Al Khebrat, Tharwah, and Academy of Learning represent industries at the forefront of transformation, each committed to shaping the future of work in the region.
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Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM President & CEO, emphasised the pace of change facing the HR sector
Vivek Arora, Managing Director of SHRM MENA, described the upcoming edition as “an unparalleled platform” for building the future of work, made possible by FAHR’s support and the dedication of its sponsors. “We will unite over 3,000 HR professionals, policymakers, and C-suite leaders to co-create the future of work in the region and beyond,” he said.
The programme will feature more than 50 global thought leaders covering HR technology, leadership resilience, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and talent mobility — all with the aim of equipping today’s decision-makers to navigate an increasingly complex workplace landscape.
For sponsors and partners, the event offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with influential audiences. From high-visibility branding and VIP networking receptions to product showcases within the HR Innovation & Tech Expo, SHRM MENA 2025 is positioned as a key meeting point for leaders shaping the evolution of work in the Middle East and beyond.