TKS Showcase | In Collaboration With Dubai Future Foundation

​TKS x DFF Showcase

​The bold ones don’t wait for the world to change, they pioneer it.

​In collaboration with the Dubai Future Foundation, TKS is proud to welcome guests from across the UAE’s innovation ecosystem. Speakers include:

Irfan Verjee - UAE Country Transformation Leader (IBM)
Kartik Renjen - Head of Startups (AWS)
Lavina Punjabi - Sustainability Lead (HP)
Alia Al Mur - Chief Transformation and Partnerships Officer (DFF)
Valentyn Volkov - Founder (XPANCEO)
Noura Al Awadhi - Higher Education Industry Lead (Microsoft)
Sophie Smith (Founder & CEO - Nabta Health)

​The event will be interactive, featuring a mix of activities, panels, and speakers. At the event you'll also experience "Innovate Alley", which showcases student-led solutions.

​Agenda (Subject to Change)

​10:00 - 10:30 AM: Registration & Networking
Explore Innovate Alley and connect with students, mentors, and industry guests.

​10:30 - 12:00 PM: Main Stage Sessions (Part 1)
Spotlight presentations, panels with corporate partners and alumni, and a fireside chat.

​12:00 - 12:30 PM: Innovate Alley, Brainpods, Photobooth
Explore student moonshots and projects in an open, interactive format. Engage with students, discuss topics like the future of AI, and take pictures at our Photobooth.

​12:30 - 2:00 PM: Main Stage Sessions (Part 2)
Moonshot presentations and corporate panels.

​2:00 - 2:30 PM: Closing & Networking Reception
Wrap up with final words and network with industry leaders, guests, and students.

​This is a family event and we highly recommend parents to bring their children (all ages).

​*Registration is required as we have limited spots available.


Thank you to Nikon (Grand Stores), who is our Official Imaging Partner at this event.