Marcus Evans is proud to announce the Operational Resilience for Financial Institutions conference, scheduled to take place from May 5 – 7, 2025, in Dubai, UAE. This premier event is designed to address the critical challenges financial institutions face in an era of digital transformation, heightened cyber threats, and evolving regulatory expectations. Attendees will gain actionable insights from industry leaders on fortifying their operational resilience frameworks to safeguard financial stability.
Key Highlights:
- Expert Speakers: The conference will feature esteemed speakers, including:
- Dr. Jihad Al Wahshi, Head of Data Management, Central Bank of Oman
- Shiv Kaul, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), UK
- Lawrence Paramasivam, Senior Executive Director – Policy & Legal, Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), UAE
- Brian Byagaba, Director – Fintech, Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), UAE
- Perttu Korhonen, Director – Financial Analysis and Innovation, Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA)
- Panel Discussions and Workshops: Engage in high-impact discussions on: Cybersecurity Integration in Operational Resilience: Strategies for safeguarding digital financial ecosystems.
- Regulatory Compliance & DORA’s Impact: A Middle Eastern perspective on global regulatory alignment.
- Third-Party Risk Management for Resilience: A post-conference workshop focused on mitigating vendor-related risks.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with key stakeholders, industry pioneers, and regulatory leaders to exchange knowledge and best practices.
Event Details:
- Date: May 5 – 7, 2025
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Registration: Register online at Operational Resilience 2025 – Event Registration by April 20, 2025
Why Attend?
- Industry-Leading Insights: Understand the latest trends in operational resilience, regulatory shifts, and digital transformation.
- Practical Takeaways: Learn from real-world case studies and expert-led discussions to enhance business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
- Professional Development: Earn 10 CPD hours for attending the main conference and an additional 6 CPD hours for the post-conference workshop, accredited by leading financial associations.
Featured Sessions:
- Cyber-Ready: Integrating Cybersecurity into Operational Resilience – Financial Conduct Authority, UK
- DORA’s Impact on Financial Institutions: A Middle Eastern Perspective – Expert Panel Discussion
- Privacy-Driven Progress: Balancing Data Privacy and Innovation – Citi, UAE
- Bounce Back Better: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery – Zurich Insurance, UK
Post-Conference Workshop:
Third-Party Risk Management for Resilience
- Date: May 7, 2025
- Time: 09:00 – 16:30
- Facilitator: Elena Pykhova, Director and Founder, The OpRisk Company Limited, UK
“Operational resilience is at the core of financial stability in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. This conference serves as a pivotal platform for financial professionals to collaborate, share insights, and implement strategies that enhance resilience across institutions,” said Derek Conway, CEO of Marcus Evans – APAC.
