High Tech / High Touch

Exclusive HR Roundtable | 22 April | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Unlock your business potential with expert insights.

How do we prepare our people for an AI-enabled future, while keeping human connection at the center?

Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it, the way we work, lead, and learn. As artificial intelligence transforms the workplace, HR leaders are being called upon to guide their organisations through change, while ensuring people remain engaged, connected, and valued. Join a select group of HR decision-makers in Saudi Arabia for an exclusive roundtable discussion designed to explore this dual challenge:

High Tech – How to Prepare Organizations for the New AI Age Presented by Alper Utku, Founder & President of Amsterdam Tech, you will discover how AI is reshaping the future of work, learning, and culture—and how HR can play a strategic role in shaping adaptive, future-ready organizations.

High Touch – Re-humanizing the Workplace with EngageForward™ Led by Celine Schillinger, best-selling author of Dare to Un-lead, this session introduces EngageForward™—an innovative approach that brings together leadership development, data analytics and employee-led internal podcasts to create more connected and purpose-driven organizations

What's included?

We will explore key themes, including:

High Performance

Creating a high-performance culture through relational leadership

Potential

Activating your organisation’s potential and unlocking hidden talent

AI Powered Tools

New enablers for learning: AI-powered tools and internal podcasts

Work Culture

How to build cultures of trust, dialogue, and belonging

Retention

Retaining talent in a time of transformation

Why attend?

Interactive presentations to spark reflection and dialogue – each session includes moments for thoughtful exchange with your peers.
Insightful content with practical takeaways for your leadership and people strategy
A trusted space for senior HR leaders for connection and networking.
Limited seats to ensure depth, relevance, and meaningful participation

— About Us

Get to know more about us.

Who We Are

EngageForward™ brings together the unique strengths of three leading organizations:

We Need Social: Founded by Celine Schillinger, a global leader in engagement leadership and cultural transformation.
Amsterdam Tech: A digital skills institution that provides cutting-edge tools and insights for the future of work.
Lagor Services: Specialists in podcast production, enabling employees to share authentic stories and shape organizational culture.

Together, we deliver a cohesive yet personalized experience, allowing each partner to retain their distinct identity while contributing to a shared mission.

Who We Serve

EngageForward™ is designed for mid-to-large organizations worldwide that want to:

Develop innovative, relational leadership practices.
Align, engage and upskill employees through storytelling, experiential learning, and collaboration.
Foster diverse networks for increased efficiency and purpose-driven work.
Build resilience and adaptability in a global marketplace.

Why Choose EngageForward?

With EngageForward, your organization will benefit from:

Relational Leadership: Inspire collaboration and shared vision through modern leadership approaches.
Story-Driven Culture: Strengthen engagement with employee-focused storytelling.
AI-Powered Insights: Measure leadership effectiveness and cultural transformation.
Distributed Innovation: Empower and connect new voices in the organization.
Collaborative Vision: Co-create strategies for sustainable growth.

Bringing Change to Life

We’re on the ground in the Middle East, working with organizations to activate leadership, collaboration, and cultural transformation. Through hands-on workshops, experiential learning, and real conversations, we help teams embrace change and drive impact from within. These moments captured in our sessions reflect the energy and engagement we bring to every experience. Ready to join us in shaping the future of work?