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Muscat Agenda

Tuesday 27th January 2026

Omantel, Muscat

08:30 – 09:30

Registration, Networking, Meeting and Connections

09:30 – 09:40

Welcome and Setting the Scene

An overview of the day's proceedings from your Co-Chairs
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Mark Rix
Group Managing Director, Sonas Group, (Wellbeing at Work)
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Scott Armstrong
Founder & CEO, mentl
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09:40 – 10:00

Omantel Keynote Introduction

An introduction to the Summit from your Host
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10:00 – 10:45

Leadership Panel – Wellbeing as the Power Behind Organisational Performance

What is the association between workplace wellbeing and company performance? Beyond ROI, what are the true measures of wellbeing on performance? Building positive workplace cultures for business impact. What is the value of designing wellbeing programs as integrated experiences? How can employers truly help people thrive and grow?
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Majda Al Rawahi
Country HR Manager - Oman, Veolia
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Dr. Reem Al-Hashar Member, Health Committee
Member, Health Committee
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Manal Al Raisi
Head of Human Resource, National Finance
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Dr. Sola Togun-Butler
CEO & Psychotherapist, Butterfly Counseling Services
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Rebecca Olson
CEO, Oman American Business Centre (OABC)
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10:45 - 11:15

Morning Refreshments & Conversation

11:15 – 11:40

The Case for Human Sustainability in the Omani Vision

How can employers in Oman live by the mantra: 'when people thrive, business thrives? How can organizations create true human sustainability? Ensuring human sustainability is central to better outcomes for organizations and humanity, how will employee wellbeing initiatives impact the future of Oman by nurturing a skilled, adaptable and socially responsible citizenry?
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11:40 – 12:05
Paul-Firth

Psychological Safety and it’s Impact on Workplace Wellbeing

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Paul Firth, Founder
Founder, Lyra Wellbeing
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12:05 – 13:05

Leadership Workshops

A selection of 'Hosted' workshops showcasing the latest solutions and innovation in employee wellbeing and mental health strategies

1 - VIWELL

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13:05 – 14:05

Lunch and Conversation Time

14:05 – 14:20

Audience Energiser

14:15 – 14:55

Wellbeing for All – Ensuring Culture is at the Heart of the People Strategy

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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14:55 - 15:35

Omantel’s Journey in Wellbeing Transformation

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Speaker to be confirmed
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15:35 - 15:45
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Closing Remarks

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Mark Rix
Group Managing Director, Sonas Group, Wellbeing at Work
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15:45 – 17:30

Networking Reception