The 11th Middle East Enterprise AI & Analytics Summit 2026 is scheduled to take place on April 30, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organized by Let’s TalkB2B, the event is part of a broader series of summits focusing on the operationalization of AI and data governance across the MENA region.
The program is designed to showcase how the integration of AI is revolutionizing decision-making and innovation within Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 framework. Key discussion areas include:
The summit gathers senior stakeholders including CDOs, CIOs, and Heads of Data Science. Notable speakers for the 2026 Riyadh summit and associated series include:
Tickets are available through platforms like Eventbrite and the official event website.
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Event Overview
Agenda & Key Topics
Featured Speakers
Registration & Tickets
•Date & Time: Thursday, April 30, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM AST.
•Venue: Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, Riyadh.
•Primary Theme: "Digital New Normal: Paving the Way for Enterprise AI & Analytics".
•Core Focus: The summit centers on enterprise AI operationalization, data architecture, agentic AI, and bias mitigation.
•Vision 2030 framework
•GenAI and Agentic AI: Moving from predictive to autonomous operations.
•Data Governance: Navigating national security and transparency while implementing open data.
•National Initiatives: Insights into the Kingdom's $100 billion AI initiative, Project Transcendence.
•Strategic Impact: Identifying use cases for AI to optimize costs, manage fraud, and enhance customer experience.
•Theeb Alqahtani, PhD: Senior Director of Data Management and AI at Takamol Holding.
•Gaurav Mathur: Chief AI & Data Center Officer (KSA) at JLL.
•Nate Busa: Director of AI & Automation at NEOM.
•Dion Thorpe: Vice President of Digital at Bahri.
•official event website
•Executive VIP Pass: Typically free for AI and analytics professionals from large enterprises and government organizations.
•Early Bird Pass: Priced around $799 for other delegates.
Updated at 19 Mar 2026