Hajj Talk

A collaborative space where experts from government, private, and non-profit sectors converge to share their cutting-edge experiences and insights in the Hajj industry. This platform also highlights significant projects and initiatives, both current and upcoming, all geared towards improving the Hajj sector and making the pilgrimage experience more meaningful for the pilgrims.

AGENDA

HAJJ TALK AGENDA

DAY 2   14 JANUARY 2025



Arabic Language in Hajj: Easier Communication and Richer Experience
A1
16:00- 16:15

Speaker
Abdullah Bawazir

CEO of Tmyyoz Company
Technology and AI Applications in Hajj
A3
16:40- 16:55

Speaker
Eng. Sami Sarhan

Chief Advisor at the National Industrial Development Center
Business Intelligence and Analytics to Serve Pilgrims
A4
17:00- 17:30

Speaker
Dr.Ahmed Alzahrani

Director of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Center at Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
Ithraa Luxury Project: An Innovative Model in the Holy Sites Camps
A5
17:35- 18:00

Speaker
Muwaffaq Jamal

Vice Chairman of Ithraa Aldeyafa Holding

Speaker
Eng.Mansour Alawi

Head of Real Estate Development Unit at Ithra Al-Diyafa Holding
Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities in the Hajj Sector
A6
18:20- 18:35

Speaker
Muatamad Bagais

CEO of Arweqah Alreyadah Company
Continuous Health Monitoring and Remote Diagnosis for Pilgrims
A7
18:40 - 18:55

Speaker
Dr. Mazin Alshamrani

Associate Professor and Researcher at The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Institute for Hajj and Umrah Research
Transformation of Hajj Logistics Ecosystem via Smart Underground Autonomous Logistics
A8
19:00 - 19:15

Speaker
Eng. Yasser AlFarhan

CEO of ATM Company
The Path of the Prophets
A9
19:20 - 19:35

Speaker
Prof. Abdullah Alkadi

Founder & CEO of Abdullah Alkadi Company for Heritage and Historical Consultations
100 Years of Hajj Stories: How We Were and How We Became
A10
20:00- 20:30

Moderator
Abdul Majeed Al-Raheedi

Presenter and Actor

Ghassan Nowailaty
Former Director of the Makkah Museum and the House of Islamic Arts in Jeddah
Digital Entrepreneurship System and Government Support in KSA
A11
20:35- 20:50

Speaker
Abdullah Alshamrani

GM of the Center of Digital Entrepreneurship of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology
How Can Training Make a Difference in Serving Pilgrims?
A12
20:55- 21:10

Speaker
Abdulbari Alsolami

General Supervisor of Labors' Qualification and Licensing Platform at Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
"Fawj" Jamarat Delegation System
A13
21:15- 21:30

Speaker
Dr. Fayez Maajeeny

Assistant CEO of Ekram Aldyf Company

DAY 3   15 JANUARY 2025



Digital Twins Shaping the Future of Hajj
B1
16:00- 16:15

Speaker
Ghaida Albakri

Vice President of Innovation at Taiba Valley
Global Index for Pilgrim Service
B3
16:40 - 16:55

Speaker
Eng. Hossam Tarek Al-Marzouqi

GM Strategic Planning at the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
Lens Journey: 15 Years of Hajj
B4
17:00- 17:30

Speaker
Emad Alhusayni

Professional Photographer
Circular Economy Models for Hajj: Developing Sustainable Supply Chains for Pilgrim Services
B5
17:35- 18:00

Speaker
Dr. Bandar Altubaishe

Vice Dean College of Business Administration at the University of Business and Technology

Speaker
Dr. Karim Soliman

Head of Supply Chain Management Department at the University of Business and Technology
The impact of Heat Stress on Pilgrims in Mina Camps 1445 AH
B6
18:20- 18:35

Speaker
Prof. Turki Habeebullah

General Manager for Research, Development and Innovation at the National Center of Meteorology
Investment Opportunities in the Hajj Sector
B7
18:40 - 18:55

Speaker
Dr. Ali Alshaery

CEO of Wadi Makkah Company for Technology
Pilgrims Centralization in Innovative Product Design
B8
19:00 - 19:15

Speaker
Dr. Ammar Attar

The Pilgrim Experience Advisor at General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque
The Journey of Innovation in the Hajj Ecosystem: From Concept to Market
B12
21:25- 21:40

Speaker
Mohammed Aboud

CEO of the International Innovation Company

DAY 4   16 JANUARY 2025



Animal Diseases and Plant Pests in the Hajj Season
C1
16:00- 16:15

Speaker
Ali Alsahaf

Manager of the General Department of Animal Health Services at Weqaa Center

Speaker
Faisal Asiri

Manager of Animal Epidemiology Department at Weqaa Center
Towards Environmental Sustainability in the Hajj Season: Integrated Initiatives for Reducing Food Waste
C2
16:20- 16:35

Speaker
Ahmed Al Matrafi

GM of Ekram Assossiation
Using Virtual Reality to Train Pilgrims
C4
17:00- 17:30

Speaker
Samah Bayazid

Chief Creative Officer at Light Art VR Inc
The Journey of Innovation in Waste Management: Modern Tools and Technologies
C5
17:35- 18:00

Speaker
Yazeed Almutairi

Founder and CEO at Elvira
Franchise Gift
C6
18:20- 18:35

Speaker
Eng. Turki Al-Hutairshi

CEO of the Pilgrim and Umrah Gift Association
Hidden Opportunities in the Hajj Sector
C7
18:40 - 18:55

Speaker
Sariah Aljefri

CEO and Founder of Inspiration Holding
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Shaping the Future
C8
19:00 - 19:15

Speaker
Aisha Abzakh

Head of Solutions at Mozn
Madar: A Promising Future
C9
19:20 - 19:35

Speaker
Tahani Qudsi

Director of the Planning, Development& Innovation Department at Rajhi Commercial Support Services
Achieving Peace of Mind During Hajj
C10
20:00- 20:30

Speaker
Dr. Khalid Aljaber

Psychologist and CEO of Awafi Clinic
Digital Transformation at the Geospatial Data Center and Business Intelligence
C12
20:55 - 21:10

Speaker
Omar Akkad

GM of Geospatial Data and Business Intelligence at the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites
Guest Experience - Applications and Studies
C13
21:15- 21:30

Speaker
Dr. Mohammed Hakeem

CEO of Sajaya Company