The Largest Project Management Forum in the MENA Region
17 – 19 May 2025 | Fairmont Hotel, Riyadh KSA
Next-Gen Project Management:
The Power of People, Processes, and Technology
About the Event
The Global Project Management Forum (GPMF) is a premier event that unites industry leaders, innovators, and aspiring professionals to shape the future of project management.
Held annually in Riyadh, this two-day event offers world-class learning, certifications, and networking opportunities. GPMF empowers attendees with expert insights, cutting-edge strategies, and connections to drive innovation and lead impactful projects.
THE POWER OF
PEOPLE
THE POWER OF
PROCESSES
THE POWER OF
TECHNOLOGY
GPMF Event Features
Forum
Networking & Exhibition
Masterclasses
Global Project Excellence Awards
Book Signing & Interactive Corners
B2B Program
GPMF 2025 in Numbers
03
Days of Impactful
Sessions
50+
Strategic & Technical
Sessions
40+
Partners
13,000+
Attendees Both
Physical & Virtual
110
Senior Industry
Speakers
40+
Exhibitors
100+
Participating
Countries
15
Masterclasses &
Workshops
60
MOUs
Upcoming Events
Project Management Office Summit
The PMO Summit is a key event to network with project management professionals, learn best practices, and improve project outcomes through standardization, better coordination, and enhanced stakeholder satisfaction.
Patron of the 3rd Edition of the Global Project Management Forum
We are committed to supporting collaboration between government, private, and semi-government entities to enhance Saudi Arabia’s economic and social development in line with Saudi Vision 2030. By sponsoring the 2024 Global Project Management Forum (GPMF) under the theme “Achieving the Dream: Leadership, Empowerment, Sustainability,” we aim to empower Saudi professionals in project management and drive the nation’s growth.
The transport and logistics sector is vital to the national economy, relying on innovative infrastructure and efficient project management. We look forward to connecting with global experts and decision-makers at the forum and wish all participants success.
H.E Saleh Al-Jasser
The Minister of Transport and Logistic Services
Be Part Of The Biggest Project Management Forum In The Region
The Global Project Management Forum is the flagship forum for the project management profession. At this annual event, GPMF brings together the most influential global community of project managers and diverse stakeholders for a two day comprehensive event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
MESSAGE FROM GPMF PRESIDENT
We’ll continue taking the lead in developing the project management profession in the kingdom
It is our pleasure to invite you to join us at the fourth edition of GPMF, Saudi Arabia’s most diverse conference for project management professionals. To be organized in May 2025 under the theme: “Next-Gen Project Management: The Power of People, Processes & Technology”, This theme underscores the vital synergy between human ingenuity, streamlined methodologies, and cutting-edge innovations that are redefining the way projects are envisioned, executed, and delivered.
In this edition of GPMF, will continue taking the lead in developing the project management profession in the kingdom by hosting renowned keynote speakers and subject matter experts. Our guests will share with the community their knowledge, experiences, and the latest developments in our profession. Also in this edition’s exhibition, we are opening the doors for renowned organizations and companies to showcase their services, tools, and technologies that support and empower the project ecosystem.
Looking forward to seeing you all at the event, where we will learn as well as share experiences and knowledge to excel in our Project Management profession.
Eng. Badr M. Burshaid
President
Global Project Management Forum
Project Management Institute KSA Chapter
Why Join GPMF
Learn
To learn about the international best practices in strategy, innovation and management
Network
To learn about the international best practices in strategy, innovation and management
Gain
To learn about the international best practices in strategy, innovation and management
Showcase
To learn about the international best practices in strategy, innovation and management
Earn PDUs
To learn about the international best practices in strategy, innovation and management
Past Speakers
Dr. Abdullah Alghrab
Executive Director of Strategy, TMO & PMO
Eng. Mohammad S. AL Harbi
Advisor - Government sector
Dawn Mahan
Founder & CEO
Khaled ElAhmad
CEO
Dr. Hans-Henrich Altfeld
Entrepreneur Individuel
Sameh Makky
PMO Project Manager
Stuart Easton
CEO
Eng. Ahmed K. AL-Mulhim
Project Manager - Interface & Coordination
Michael Kluck
Sr. Project Manager - Engineering
Eng. Sultan Abdullah Al Dwihi
General Manager, Projects
Hani Mohammed Baeshin
Nesma High Training Institute Corporate Manager
Heba Al Shehhi
President
Dr. Laila Faridoon
CEO & Founder
LuAnn Piccard
Chair, Board of Directors
Dr. Tahani Aldosemani
Skills and Lifelong Learning Program Manager
Eng. Mohammed AbdulJawad
Advisor, Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement
Ali Al Khabouri
CEO and Co-founder
Eng. Abdulrahman ALShayeq
PMO Manager
Eng. Basil A. Melibari
Enterprise PMO Director