Beyond the Headlines: Stories, Insights, and Opportunities

​Join a private gathering of founders, operators, investors, and marketplace leaders exploring one of the world's most consequential regions.

​This evening will bring together local leaders venturing in the Middle East with those who have spent decades serving across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. They will share a rare glimpse into the realities shaping the region today and where new opportunities are emerging for thoughtful engagement.

Speakers

Dr. Ralph Leo is the Founder of True Sojourners, an international faith-based humanitarian organization, Chairman of Kanad Hospital in the UAE, and Professor of Middle Eastern Studies and Bioethics at UAE University. Through Kanad, a mission-driven hospital founded by medical missionaries in 1960 and known as the birthplace of UAE rulers, Ralph stewards one of the most unique intersections of faith, healthcare, and business in the Middle East.

Dr. Satish David is a researcher at King Saud University, founder of the Christian International Embassy in Saudi Arabia, and a certified John Maxwell leadership coach. Over 30 years living in Saudi Arabia, he has advised leaders and trained thousands across more than 40 nations.

Hosted in partnership with Faith, Work & Tech and KingdomHaus.

Space is limited to encourage meaningful conversation and connection. To honor the trust of our speakers and the sensitivity of the topics discussed, this gathering will not be available for later viewing.