Be Ready, innovation is now
SAP Concur Day KSA 2024
SAP Concur Day KSA 2024
"Join us for our highly anticipated SAP Concur Day event in Riyadh! Explore the future of digitization, market trends, AI, sustainability, and the latest SAP Concur product updates. Get ready for a day packed with insights and innovations. Don't miss out on this enriching experience!" October 22nd, 2024 SAP Riyadh
Be Ready, innovation is now
Be Ready, innovation is now
During a morning session, we will analyze market trends and how companies can navigate the current environment by adopting new technologies and staying competitive. SAP Concur Day is your event if you want to:
- Be inspired by expert opinions from the travel and corporate expenses ecosystem, learn best practices, and network.
- Listen to detailed success stories from our customers: benefits, insights, and lessons learned.
- Discover all the latest product updates and innovations from SAP Concur
Partners
Customers
Date
09:00 AM
Welcome
10:00 AM
Opening:
10:10 AM
More than a Buzzword:
10:30 AM
Accelerating Success:
10:50 AM
Mastering Spend Management:
11:10 AM
Cybersecurity and NCA Compliance:
11:30 AM
Coffee Break
11:45 AM
The Art of Reconciliation:
12:00 PM
Pitstop to Success:
12:20 PM
Partner to success RoundTable
12:40
Wrap up & Conclusions
1:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
Speakers
João Carvalho
Head of SAP Concur | Southern Europe, Middle East and Africa
Passionate by new technologies and the way mobile devices, artificial intelligence and social networks are changing our lives. We are facing the biggest technological revolution mankind ever saw and that certainly will generate a magnificent economic and social transformation. During my career in IT consulting and SW industry I helped companies to address Innovation and capture business benefits. I held several positions in organizations such as Accenture and SAP and in different geographies like Portugal, Italy and Spain. MBA by IE Business School and Industrial Engineer by Minho University in Portugal.
Hussam Hiassat
Regional Sales Manager ME North
An accomplished, result driven sales professional with more than 13 years of experience focused on technology and IT Solutions. Expertise in Account Management, Business Development ,and Sales Product Management with focus in building strategies to increase market share. Proven ability to interface with partners and customers to ensure product solutions meet customer’s requirements and satisfaction. -Culture understanding, Communication skills, Presentation skills, and Negotiation and closing skills.
Vimal Patel
Director Solution Consulting EMEA South
Vimal is a highly motivated, driven individual, leading the strategic drive to empower business efficiencies across a wide range of organisations from around the globe. He has an extensive background in business technology spanning over 20+ years and has been involved in supporting the cloud transformation strategy of many well known local & global companies. Having been with SAP Concur since 2016, in various locations, he has an understanding of the challenges of process transformation and how to ensure high levels of adoption.
Mohammad Ragaban
KSA Government Security Director at SAP
A seasoned professional specializing in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) alongside expertise in data privacy and protection. With a background in consulting, he has successfully led national programs, demonstrating a robust track record in strategic leadership and implementation within regulatory frameworks
Greg Cubitt
Senior Regional Solution Consultant Middle East and Africa
Greg is an avid software and IT specialist with over 20 years of in-depth experience. He has worked with and assisted countless corporate customers across all the major industries, including most of the major corporate brands in South Africa, in selecting, implementing and using software, technical and IT solutions to realise greater value and run their businesses better. Greg is an active team player who is always ready to take on a new challenge, to learn and also to guide others along the way to drive business value.
Alper Oyma
Senior Sales Executive
My expertise lies in building collaborative, consultative and value-add client networks and relationships; I’ve developed ‘trusted advisor’ status working with top-tier clients across diverse territories and business cultures. Career highlights include developing innovative solutions that drove growth of HP software in Qatar and UAE, as well as penetrating new markets for SAP Concur across the MENA region and Turkey. After graduating with a degree in engineering, my career began in technical consulting and project management roles, before transitioning to key account management for HP, where I broke sales records for HP in the MENA region. Since then, I’ve progressed through sales leadership roles, building high performing teams, cultivating cohesive alliances with solution partners and opening up new territories through a comprehensive understanding of the technology and business drivers that influence the thinking of global business CxOs.
Nathalie Akl
Customer Engagement MENA
Professional customer-oriented approach with high quantitative and analytical reasoning
Saleem Sharif
Deputy Managing Director at ATS Travel
A seasoned professional in setting up successful business units in travel/airline industry. Currently associated with ATS Travel, UAE as Deputy Managing Director. Highly successful in building relationships with upper-level decision makers and business partners. Adroit in scripting strategy, LTP & MTP, market penetration, negotiating business partnerships & account management. Demonstrated abilities in developing sales, managing operations, staff training, recruitment, HR, marketing, P&L responsibility, devising & implementing strategies and brand management within UAE, Asia, Africa, Far East, Latin America & Europe. Distinction in setting up two new travel agencies (including HRG Abu Dhabi/Dnata Travel in Abu Dhabi) & seven branch offices of existing agencies in the UAE and offices in Czech & Slovak Republics, China, Philippines and India. Associated with all the seven Emirates of the UAE, thereby establishing excellent business relationships and succeeding in developing business in the country. An effective communicator & team leader with strong service industry traits and exposure in managing multi-national / cultural teams.
Mohammad Mazher Qaiser
Manager, Enterprise Architect at Olayan Holding
Mohammad Mazher Qaiser is a seasoned leader with over 18 years of experience, spanning various sectors from consulting to large conglomerate. He began his professional journey in 2006, making significant contributions at IT consulting firms like Soltius and WIPRO, where he played a crucial role in transforming IT solutions. At WIPRO, he collaborated with a diverse range of clients throughout the GCC region, gaining deep insights into the regional market dynamics. Since 2013, he has been an integral part of Olayan Saudi Holding Company (OSHCO), where he has held several key roles. His efforts have been instrumental in driving OSHCO’s digital transformation, fostering technological innovation, and leading the company in adopting emerging technologies.
Omprakash Harihara
Senior Director at BluePrint Technologies
SAP HCM and SuccessFactors Global Delivery Head having overall 23 + years of experience out of which 7 years of vast experience in SAP HCM and nearly 9 years in SuccessFactors delivery. Having experience in below SuccessFactors Sub-Modules: 1. Employee Central 2. Performance Management and Goal Management 3. Compensation Management 4. Calibration 5. Variable Pay 6. Recruiting Management 7. Recruiting Marketing 8. Employee Profile / Platform 9. LMS 10. Onboarding SAP HCM Expertise Sub-Modules: 1. OM and PA 2. Payroll / PU12 3. Time Management - Positive & Negative 4. Performance Management System 5. Travel Management 6. ESS / MSS 7. Recruitment 8.Training and Event Management Domain Experience: Having 6+ years of experience in Healthcare / Hospitality sector.
Maria El Helou
Regional Manager at Uber for Business ME
As the Regional Manager for Uber for Business in the Middle East and Africa region, I have over six years of experience in the B2B mobility industry, where I have been leading and supporting large-scale partnerships, onboarding and implementation, and cross-functional collaboration. I have an MBA degree from INSEAD Business School, and a BA degree in Economics from the American University of Beirut and the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. My core competencies include research, public speaking, and strategic communications, which I leverage to manage the strategy and stakeholder relationships of the largest partnership of Uber globally, valued at 7-zero's $Mn. I also work with product, marketing, and support teams internally to enhance the value proposition and generate profit for both the client and Uber. I am passionate about technology and high-impact driven companies, and I am motivated by the vision and mission of Uber for Business, which is transforming the B2B mobility landscape for regional companies through robust technology and scalable offerings.