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Cairo Agenda

Tuesday 20th January 2026

The American University in Cairo

08:00 – 08:50

Registration, Networking, Meeting and Connections

08:50 – 09:00
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Welcome and Setting the Scene

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Chris Cummings
CEO, Sonas Group, (Wellbeing at Work)
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09:00 – 09:20

Keynote Introduction

Welcome from The American University in Cairo
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09:20 – 10:10

C-Suite Panel – Wellbeing as the Power Behind Organisational Performance

How can support from the board lead to more successful outcomes in the wellbeing strategy? What role does leadership play in informing wellbeing initiatives across the organisation? How do wellbeing strategies deliver high performance and profits?
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Myrna Fahmy
Culture Manager, Orange Egypt
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Dr. George Sedky
Head of Human Resorces, GB Corp
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Sarah Anees
Head of Human Resources Egypt, JISR
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Marwa El Kasier
Former Head of Human Resources, Erada Microfinance

Your Expert Panel Chair:

To be announced shortly
10:10 – 10:35

The Case for Human Sustainability in Egypt

How can employers live by the mantra: When people thrive, businesses thrive? How can organizations create true sustainability? Ensuring human sustainability is central to better outcomes for organizations and humanity. Speaker to be announced shortly.
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10:35 – 10:55

Morning Networking Break

10:55 – 11:20

Championing Employee Wellbeing

In a world where the workplace is constantly evolving, leaders need to ensure that employee wellbeing isn't just ticking a box but a driving force behind long-term success, this is a call to action for leaders who want to create a thriving, compassionate workplace where wellbeing is at the core of every decision. Explore how aligning wellbeing with business goals, embedding it into company values, and fostering a supportive culture can transform the organization by diving into actionable strategies that intertwine diversity, equity, and inclusion with wellbeing, creating a human-centric workplace where every employee feels valued and inspired. Learn how to craft comprehensive wellbeing programs that prioritize mental health, foster resilience, and equip managers to support their teams through challenges. Discover the power of effective communication in building trust and engagement and find out how leadership’s commitment to wellbeing can drive cultural transformation and team performance. Get ready to be inspired and equipped with the tools to lead your organization into a future where wellbeing drives success.
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11:20 – 11:45

How Great Employers are Ensuring a Healthier Future for the Workplace

How are Egyptian employers ensuring wellbeing at work equates to high performance and improved productivity? What more can be done to increase positive outcomes that ensure reduced burnout numbers, high performing teams and increased productivity in Egypt?
Engy Wahdan
Head of Human Resources, Jumia Egypt
11:45 – 12:15

How Great Employers are Ensuring a Healthier Future for the Workplace

How are Egyptian employers ensuring wellbeing at work equates to high performance and improved productivity? What more can be done to increase positive outcomes that ensure reduced burnout numbers, high performing teams and increased productivity in Egypt?
Speaker to be announced shortly
12.15 - 13.15

Hosted Leadership Workshops

1 - VIWELL

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13:15 – 14:15

Networking Lunch

14:15 – 14:25

Audience Energiser

14:25 – 15:10

Preventing Burnout

Where does wellbeing intersect with culture? How do organisations achieve wellbeing for all employees? What are some examples that show why wellbeing needs to be addressed from an equity standpoint? How do organisations transcend belonging from the leadership to all employees?
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Martina Nour
People and Culture Director, Decathlon
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Yomna Ali
Human Resources & Administration Director, Egytrans
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Nada Sadek
Head of Human Resources, Kuehne+Nagel
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Nermeen Abousalem
Former Global CHRO, PetroApp
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Your Expert Panel Chair:

To be announced shortly
15:10 – 15:35

Communicating Wellbeing Initiatives Effectively

What part does trust play in employee’s expectations of their organization’s wellbeing efforts? How does wellbeing intersect with diversity, inclusion or equity? Is it necessary to put a diversity lens on wellbeing? Communications as the key to effective wellbeing initiatives - How do organisations achieve wellbeing for all employees and their families and to use this as a competitive advantage?
Shereen Shaheen
Head of Corporate and Public Affairs, Tetra Pak
15:35 – 16:00

Creating Healthier and Safer Workplaces

Implementing initiatives that ensure the health and wellbeing of the workforce. How collaborating with medical advisors can lead to better outcomes for employees and better insurance contracts for employers. Using a strategic approach to fostering a culture of care throughout the organization. Nurturing healthy routines for the next generation.
Dina ElFateh, Health & Medical Manager, L’Oreal
Health & Medical Manager, L’Oreal
16:00 - 16:10
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Closing Remarks

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Chris Cummings
CEO, Sonas Group, Wellbeing at Work
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16:10 – 17:30

Networking Reception