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The 2025 Event

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the 10th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) took place between 13-16th of January 2025. The main forum was held at Madinat Jumeirah under the theme "Sustainable Future," and hosted an elite group of global figures, renowned speakers, heads of entities and organisations, and leaders of major international companies specialising in project management. It was hosted by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), and co-organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), DP World, Emaar Properties PJSC, and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Main Themes

Sustainable City

  • Sustainable Project Management

  • Inclusivity

  • Sustainable Mobility

  • Innovative Living

Transformation

  • AI/Machine Learning

  • Leadership & Strategy

  • Data Analytics & Visualization

  • Robotic Process Automation

  • Digital Project Management

  • Project Intelligence

  • Customer Centricity

  • Industry 4.0

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Process Improvement

  • Efficient Construction

  • Pioneering Project Excellence

  • Agile Management

  • Visionary Leadership

  • Digital Twin & Metaverse

  • Blockchain Technology

  • GPT Distributive Changes

Jobs of the Future

  • Efficiency & Optimization

  • Remote Project Management

  • The Project Economy

Future Centric Project Management

  • Virtual & Augmented Reality

  • Future Cities

  • Information Exchange Management

  • Future Trends in Project Management

  • Circular Economy

  • Autonomous Project Management

2025-01-13 00:00:00 - 2025-01-21 10:46:29 : 1

The Masterclasses will be held at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

7:45 am
 to 
8:30 am

Masterclass Registration

8:30 am
 to 
10:30 am

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

10:30 am
 to 
10:45 am

Networking Break

10:45 am
 to 
12:30 pm

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

12:30 pm
 to 
12:45 pm

Networking break

12:45 pm
 to 
2:00 pm

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

2:00 pm
 to 
2:45 pm

Networking Lunch/End of masterclass

2:45 pm
 to 
6:00 pm

Technical Visits

The Masterclasses will be held at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

7:45 am
 to 
8:30 am

Masterclass Registration

8:30 am
 to 
10:30 am

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

10:30 am
 to 
10:45 am

Networking Break

10:45 am
 to 
12:30 pm

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

12:30 pm
 to 
12:45 pm

Networking Break

12:45 pm
 to 
2:00 pm

Masterclass 1: Foundations of AI and Best Practices

Masterclass 2: Mastering the Customer-Centric PMO: A Value-Driven Approach to PMO Excellence

Masterclass 3: Measuring Project Success

Masterclass 4: Dynamic Risk Management in Complex Projects

Masterclass 5: Mastering Effective Communication in the Built Environment: Strategies for Success in Complex Projects

Masterclass 6: Mastering E-learning

2:00 pm
 to 
2:45 pm

Networking Lunch/End of masterclass

2:45 pm
 to 
6:00 pm

Technical Visits

The main forum will be held at Madinat Arena, Madinat Jumeirah

8:00 am
 to 
9:00 am

Registration

9:00 am
 to 
10:30 am

Parallel Session 1 – Digital Transformation

Parallel Session 2 – Sustainable Cities

11:00 am
 to 
11:30 am

Networking Break

11:30 am
 to 
12:00 pm

Opening Ceremony​

12:00 pm
 to 
12:30 pm

Keynote

12:30 pm
 to 
1:00 pm

Panel: Charting the Course: Leadership and Strategy for Project Leaders

Moderated by:

1:00 pm
 to 
2:00 pm

Book Signing Sessions & Lunch Break

2:00 pm
 to 
2:30 pm

Interview ​: Future Trends in Project Management

Moderated by:

2:30 pm
 to 
3:00 pm

Debate: Shaping Tomorrow: AI in Project Management

Moderated by:

3:00 pm
 to 
3:30 pm

Book Signing Sessions & Networking Break

3:30 pm
 to 
3:50 pm

Keynote: Driving Innovation through a Robust PMO Community

3:50 pm
 to 
4:30 pm

Closing Keynote

4:30 pm
 to 
5:00 pm

Networking Break

5:00 pm
 to 
6:00 pm

Parallel Session 3 – ESG​

Parallel Session 4 – Digital Project Management​

The main forum will be held at Madinat Arena, Madinat Jumeirah

7:00 am
 to 
8:00 am

Registration

8:15 am
 to 
9:45 am

Parallel Session 5 – Jobs of the Future​

Parallel Session 6 – Future Centric Project Management​

9:45 am
 to 
10:00 am

Networking Break​

10:00 am
 to 
10:30 am

Panel: Shaping the Digital Economy: Establishing a Reliable and Robust Digital System that Enhances the Digital Economy​

Moderated by:

10:30 am
 to 
11:00 am

Keynote: The Power of Purpose: Maximize Project Success for a Better World​

11:00 am
 to 
11:30 am

Panel: Sustainable Cities at the Intersection of Economy & Environment​

Moderated by:

11:30 am
 to 
1:00 pm

Book Signing Sessions & Lunch Break

1:00 pm
 to 
1:30 pm

Keynote: Harnessing AI and Robotics for Positive Change​

1:30 pm
 to 
2:00 pm

Keynote: Future of Project Delivery: Achieving Sustainability through Digital Collaboration

2:00 pm
 to 
2:30 pm

Networking Break​

2:30 pm
 to 
3:00 pm

Panel: Putting Customers First: Integrating Customer Centricity into Project Management​

Moderated by:

3:00 pm
 to 
3:30 pm

Interview

Moderated by:

Featuring Inspirational Project Management Leaders

Arsène WengerArsène WengerHead of Global Football Development, FIFA
H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al MarriH.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al MarriCabinet Member & Minister of Economy
Chris BartonChris BartonFounder, Shazam
Étienne ThoboisÉtienne ThoboisChief Executive Officer, Paris Organising Committee for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
H.E. Mohamed Ali AlabbarH.E. Mohamed Ali AlabbarFounder of Emaar and Noon, Chairman of Eagle Hills
Areej NaqshbandiAreej NaqshbandiSenior Director, Head of PMO Department, Public Investment Fund, KSA
Pierre Le ManhPierre Le ManhPresident and CEO, Project Management Institute (PMI)
H.E. Dr. Aisha Bin BishrH.E. Dr. Aisha Bin BishrGlobal Digital Transformation Expert | Strategic Leader in Smart City Initiatives
Hanny Al ShazlyHanny Al ShazlyManaging Director, MENA Region, Project Management Institute (PMI)
Abdulmuhsen Ibrahim KalbatAbdulmuhsen Ibrahim KalbatCEO, Rail Agency, Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai
Ike NwankwoIke NwankwoBoard Chair, Project Management Institute (PMI)
Afdhel AzizAfdhel AzizChief Purpose Officer, Conspiracy of Love
Laura BarnardLaura BarnardChief Impact Driver, PMO Strategies
Juan Carlos SahdalaJuan Carlos SahdalaGroup Chief Planning & Project Officer
Marita ChengMarita ChengFounder, aubot
Stuart EustonStuart EustonCEO, Transparent Choice
Dr. Stephanie HareDr. Stephanie HareTechnologist & Researcher
Lavagnon Ika, PhDLavagnon Ika, PhDProfessor of Project Management, University of Ottawa
Tim PapandreouTim PapandreouFuture of Mobility Expert
Lenka PincotLenka PincotChief of Staff, Project Management Institute (PMI)
Americo PintoAmerico PintoManaging Director of PMO Global Alliance
Kathleen WalchKathleen WalchDirector and General Manager of Project Management Institute (PMI), Cognilytica
Mark WebsterMark WebsterSenior VP, Oracle Construction
Frank WoltersFrank WoltersManaging Director, TEGEL PROJEKT, Berlin, Germany

Featuring Global and Regional Project Management Influencers

Iain FraserIain FraserBusiness Advisor, Author, Speaker, Trainer
Jean-Luc FavrotJean-Luc FavrotFounder and CEO, Decisif Pacifique
Brett HarnedBrett HarnedAuthor of "Project Management for Humans"
Will Jackson-MooreWill Jackson-MooreGlobal Sustainability Leader, PwC
Sadia JanjuaSadia JanjuaChief of Project Controls, The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey
Dr. Ozan KoseogluDr. Ozan KoseogluGlobal Head of BIM, Siemens Energy
Adrian MoreyAdrian MoreyAuthor - Project, Programme and Portfolio Governance (P3G, a global best practice guide)
Amir MustafaAmir MustafaSenior Program Manager, AECOM
Ewa PalarczykEwa PalarczykCo-Founder and CEO, Synergist
Ricardo Sastre MartínRicardo Sastre MartínPrincipal Consulting Project Management, Microsoft
Juan TenaJuan TenaDigital Services Director, KEO International Consultants
Marios TsiliakosMarios TsiliakosPartner, Foster+Partners
Lisa WhitedLisa WhitedConsultant & Author
Nelly WilsonNelly WilsonAI Services Lead, Google Cloud
Victoria WheelehanVictoria WheelehanSr. Product Development Engineer: Technical Program Management, Nike, Air Manufacturing Innovation
Alan ZuckerAlan ZuckerFounding Principal, Project Management Essentials

Senior Trainers

Benjamin Breen​Benjamin Breen​Global Director Construction & Vice President APAC, Project Management Institute (PMI)
Najm Ul Hussain JaleelNajm Ul Hussain JaleelProgram Director – Red Learning
Barbara PorterBarbara PorterChief Operating Officer, Fragrance.com
Philip BurgessPhilip BurgessKnowledge Systems, Senior Manager, Beacon Red
Dr. Mona ZoughaibDr. Mona ZoughaibCo-Founder & Managing Partner, We Grow Minds
Raphael AniRaphael AniGlobal Business Development Lead (Construction), Project Management Institute (PMI)
Sean McGuinnessSean McGuinnessInstructional Designer, BEACON RED
Christina KucekChristina KucekIntelligent Automation Consultant at Independent Consultant
Americo PintoAmerico PintoManaging Director of PMO Global Alliance
Kathleen WalchKathleen WalchDirector and General Manager of Project Management Institute (PMI), Cognilytica

Moderators

Rosanna LockwoodRosanna LockwoodInternational News Anchor, Business, Economics, Geopolitics and Sustainability Specialist, Moderator and Event Host
Sarah CockerSarah CockerManaging Director, Amplify Project Management Services
Shereen MitwalliShereen MitwalliInternational Moderator and Educator 
Laura BuckwellLaura BuckwellFormer News Anchor, TV Presenter, Producer & Event MC
Raya RammalRaya RammalAnchor, Dubai TV
Natalie LindoNatalie LindoInternational journalist, event host & media trainer
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Dubai Frame

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Metro Depot in Rashidiya

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Museum of the Future

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