The World CIO 200 Summit 2023 Oman edition
The World CIO 200 Summit Oman edition happened on August 17th at Hormuz Grand Muscat, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Oman, brought together some of the brightest minds in the tech industry, fostering knowledge exchange, collaboration, and celebrating achievements. The event provided an unparalleled platform for networking and relationship-building.
Attendees and keynote speakers were welcomed by Jai Kumar, Project Specialist, GEC Media Group. He shared the aim of The World CIO 200 Summit which identifies the technological advancement and thought leadership, recognizes like-minded technology heads and their groundbreaking innovations in the IT landscape.
The event follows the theme of ‘Rise of the power’. The World CIO 200 2023 roadshow is designed to help IT leaders develop and enhance the qualities of leadership, power, vision and focus. The industry leaders engaged in thought-provoking panel discussions and speaking sessions that delved into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the digital landscape.
Dr. Salim Al-Shuaili-Director, AI & DT- Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology – Oman kicked off the event with his country inaugural keynote. Sujay Patil, Regional Sales Director MEA, Kissflow shared his vision on the topic ‘ERP Orchestration With The Power Of Low-Code & No-Code’.
Panel Discussion: Rise of the Power:
- Amjid Ali, CIO-Al Ansari Trading Enterprise LLC
- Hanan Al-Salmi-Change management lead for government digital transformation program-Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology – Oman
- Khalid Al-Hoqani-Head IT Department-Alizz Islamic Bank
- Thuraya Al-Harthi-Acting Director, Government Digital Services Unified Portal-Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology – Oman
Moderated by: Abdullah Al Barwani-CISO- Omantel
Global CIO Forum honored the winners of The World CIO 200 Awards for their exceptional contribution to the entire tech industry.
| Name | Organization | Designation |
| Dr Salim Al-Shuaili | MTCIT | Director of Artificial intelligence and Advanced Technologies |
| Micheal Selva Kumar KD | Barcelo Mussanah Resort | IT Manager |
| Laila Al Harthi | MALKS group | Co-founder CTO |
| Haitham ALHajri | Oman CERT | Executive Cyber Security Projects |
| Thuraya Al-Harthi | Ministry of Transport, Communication & IT | Acting Director- Government eServices Unified Portal |
| Fahaz Marzook | ENHANCE GROUP | Manager – Systems |
| Hardik Prajapati | MUSCAT PHARMACY & STORES LLC. | IT-MANAGER |
| Meslum AlKindi | IHG, Oman | Area IT Director |
| Nishad Karukappadath Abdul Salam | Muscat Overseas Group | Chief Technology Officer |
| Hanan Al Salmi | Ministry of transportation, Communications and Information Technology | Change management lead for government digital transformation program |
| Sulaiman Al Khatri | Omantel | Security Analyst |
| Ahmed Almalki | Alila Jabal Akhdar | IT manager |
| Naeem AlBreiki | Crowne Plaza Muscat | IT Manager |
| Jayaram MS | Al Madina Insurance | IT Manager |
| Naji Alwahaibi | Oman Flour Mills | ICT Manager |
| Maher Sulaiman Almaskari | KHIMJI RAMADAS GROUP | Head – Operational Technology |
| Bhupendra Pant | OTE GROUP ( Oman Trading Establishment) | CIO |
| Shravan Singh | Swiss Bel Hotel Oman | Head of Information Technology |
| Abdullah Al Barwani | Omantel | CISO |
| Aasim Ghole | Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat | IT Director |
| Khalid Al Barwani | Oman Arab Bank | IT Audit Manager |
| Hussain Al Lawati | National Bank of Oman | Head of IT Change & Innovation |
| Najeeba Al-Belushi | Ministry of Transportation, Communication and Information Technology | Central Solution Head Department |
| Amjid Ali | Al Ansari Group | CIO |
| Khalid AlHoqani | Alizz Islamic Bank | Head IT |
| Tariq Bakoor | Oman Development Bank | Manager IT Department |
| Kawthar Al Hinai | Ministry of Transport, communication and information technology | Head of Digital Transformation programs |
The platinum partner, Kissflow played a pivotal role in making The World CIO 200 Summit Oman edition a resounding success. The roadshow will continue in the remaining countries and will culminate in a grand finale at Baku, Azerbaijan from 17th to 19th September.
