NLI 2025 CONFERENCE
BREAKING BARRIERS III
Ai vs. Ei: The Savior of Business
16 November 2025 | Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Center (JACC)
Under the Patorange and Presence of
H.E. Omar Saud Al-Omar
Minister of State for Communication Affairs
Breaking Barriers 3: AI vs. EI – The Savior of Business, held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness the Minister of Communication Omar Al-Omar, is a high-profile platform uniting global and regional leaders to shape the future of business through innovation, leadership, and transformative dialogue
CONFERENCE DETAILS:
Here are the key details for Breaking Barriers 3: AI vs. EI – The Savior of Business, an exclusive conference bringing together top leaders and innovators to explore the future of AI and EI in business.
Date:
Sunday, 16th Nov 2025
Time:
8:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M
Location:
Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre (JACC)
Language:
Live English-Arabic Translation & vice versa
Theme Focus: The Human Side of AI
Our core discussions will explore how Artificial Intelligence intersects with human values, emotional intelligence, and leadership, diving into critical themes such as:
AI Regulations
AI Innovation
AI Ethics
AI & Emotional Intelligence
Conference Lineup
H.E. OMAR SULTAN AL OLAMA
DR. JOHN GRAY, Ph.D.
ANDREA MARIA COSENTINO
DR. MOHAMED SHAABAN
REGIONAL SPEAKER
H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications – UAE
Appointed in 2017, H.E. became the world’s first Minister of Artificial Intelligence. He leads the UAE’s national AI strategy, focusing on fostering innovation, digital transformation, and future-ready governance. He also serves on several global and regional boards advancing AI ethics and policy.
INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER
DR. JOHN GRAY, Ph.D.
50,000,000+
Copies sold of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus one of the bestselling non-fiction books
30+ YEARS
3,000+
Trusted by Google, Microsoft, Adobe, NASA, PepsiCo, Fidelity and delivers keynotes globally across industries
20+ AUTHOR
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
DR. MOHAMED SHAABAN
Global Director of AI Product at Scale AI
A leading expert in artificial intelligence, Dr. Mohamed Shaaban drives product innovation at Scale AI, working at the intersection of cutting-edge research and real-world AI deployment. With extensive experience across Silicon Valley, he is shaping the future of AI and its impact on business and society.
CONFERENCE DIRECTOR
ANDREA MARIA COSENTINO
Founder & CEO of Impact Fundry, a London-based venture capital studio and strategic advisory firm that supports startups, SMEs, and enterprises in scaling through AI-driven digital transformation, fintech, and sustainable innovation.
Recognized as one of KPMG’s “30 Voices Under 30” in innovation, Andrea will serve
as Conference Director, guiding the narrative.
SPONSORS
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SUPPORTING PARTNER
Their continued partnership is a testament to the success, credibility, and growing impact of our platform.
DIAMOND SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
MEDIA SPONSORS
SUPPORTING PARTNER
Their continued partnership is a testament to the success, credibility, and growing impact of our platform.
