For those arriving on Monday or before, you can get a head start on meeting other attendees at an early arrival reception at a fantastic roof-top venue near the host hotel. Get a preview here.
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Maximize your networking opportunities and enjoy a fantastic day in Dubai by participating in the conference golf outing at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. Additional fees apply.
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Dubai is home to some of the world’s highest-quality medical facilities, including those operated by conference sponsor Aster DM Healthcare. We’ve arranged for attendees to tour one of their flagship facilities to determine if it could provide important medical treatment solutions, either for medical travel arrangements and/or individuals in the region. There is no cost for this tour, but separate registration is required. Please preview facility details here.
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Mike Ferguson
President & CEO
Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA)
Greg Arms
Conference Program Chairman
Senior Advisor, Frontline Healthcare Partners
This session explores how employers can use global benefits—especially captives—as tools to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities across multicultural populations. We’ll focus on the MENA region, highlighting local health risks, inclusive benefit design, digitally delivered healthcare, and practical data-driven strategies.
Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella
Founder
WellBe Consulting
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Neil F. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.C.
CEO and Medical Director
INTERVENT USA
Leena Johns, MD
Chief Health and Wellness Officer
(Head of Health and Wellness)
MAXIS Global Benefits Network
Dr. Shafiq Shaikh
Director Wellbeing Solutions & Program Development
MetLife Gulf
The Dubai Spouse/Guest City Tour offers a half-day exploration of the city’s cultural, historic, and modern landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, Burj Al Arab, Gold and Spice Souks, Museum of the Future, and Burj Khalifa. Guests will also enjoy an abra ride on Dubai Creek, a guided tour and authentic lunch at the Al Khayma Heritage House, and plenty of opportunities for memorable photos. Please click here for additional information.
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Join us for an engaging session that delves into the management of specialty patients, strategies for improving patient access, and opportunities for global export capabilities in the pharmaceutical industry. Learn about targeted interventions, market expansion strategies, and real-world examples of successful patient care and global market reach.
Alexis Moss
VP Commercial
AscellaHealth
Dea Belazi, PharmD, MPH
Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder
AscellaHealth
Bill Oldham
President & Chairman
AscellaHealth
Gillian Molloy
General Manager
AscellaHealth
Specialized regulations and a favorable environment have encouraged the growth of captives in the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain. Initially supporting mostly energy exposures as well as property and political violence, captives in the Middle East are now attracting more risk exposure sectors, including employee benefits and pensions. Learn about efficient, multi-country captive structures for robust risk management and strategic growth - and the regulatory practices in the insurance-free zones of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, contrasted to the US, Europe, and other jurisdictions.
John Capasso
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Captive Planning Associates
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Andrew Brody
Senior Vice President
Mercer Marsh Benefits Consulting (Dubai)
Doug Butler
Partner
Womble Bond Dickinson
Gain valuable insights into the diverse coverage designs for expatriates and third-country nationals, as well as the implications of dual-tier systems on cost management and care quality. Register now to explore best practices, challenges, and opportunities in providing healthcare access to global workforces.
Gavin Richards
Director of Accident & Health and Contingency
Price Forbes
David Howells
Senior Executive Officer (SEO)
Price Forbes (Dubai)
Sabah Siddiqui, MD
Head of Health and Medical
Price Forbes (MENA) Limited
Explore the integration of Centers of Excellence with health interventions and showcase innovative case examples with measurable outcomes. Discover how specialized care and innovative approaches can drive positive results in healthcare delivery. Register now to gain insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for advancing healthcare excellence through innovation and outcomes measurement.
Ashley Hume
President
Emerging Therapy Solutions®
Jonathan Vineyard, M.H.A.
Senior Director of International
Mayo Clinic
Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella
Founder
WellBe Consulting
This session explores how third-party administrators (TPAs) are evolving through the integration of advanced digital platforms and AI. Learn how automation is accelerating claims adjudication, unlocking faster turnaround times and driving cost efficiencies for self-insured programs. We’ll also examine how AI is being deployed to detect fraud, waste, and abuse with greater precision—improving accuracy and protecting plan assets. From eligibility management to patient navigation, technology is reshaping the role of TPAs as strategic enablers of smarter, more sustainable health benefits.
Andrew Brody
Senior Vice President
Mercer Marsh Benefits Consulting (Dubai)
Devang Mody
Chairman
Vidal Healthcare Services Pvt. Ltd.
Sidhartha (Sid) Sinha
Co-Founder
Avant Health
This session will delve into the considerations of utilizing local services and cultural norms versus international referrals, as well as the impact of emerging hybrid healthcare solutions on healthcare delivery and cost management. Gain valuable insights, best practices, and practical strategies for optimizing healthcare outcomes while managing costs effectively.
Sherif Elhassan
Director, International Contracting
Mayo Clinic
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Chris Burns
President
CRB Consulting Group
Ashley Hume
President
Emerging Therapy Solutions®
All attendees are invited to join for what promises to be an amazing reception and dinner at SKAFOS, Mediterranean restaurant at Canopy Hotel by Hilton in Al Seef, Dubai. SIIA thanks its friends at Aster DM Healthcare for hosting/sponsoring this evening's activities. Please preview SKAFOS details here.
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Dubai is home to some of the world’s highest-quality medical facilities, including those operated by conference sponsor Aster DM Healthcare. We’ve arranged for attendees to tour one of their flagship facilities to determine if it could provide important medical treatment solutions, either for medical travel arrangements and/or individuals in the region. There is no cost for this tour, but separate registration is required. Please preview facility details here.
