10 – 12 November 2026
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Dubai World Trade Centre Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3
Frank Furnari
Vice President, Saudi Arabia – Napster Corp
Frank is a true Doer Visionary! He is Vice President of Saudi Arabia at Napster Corp. and is a Board Member and Strategic Advisor of several global organizations and institutions, including the Learning & Performance Institute, Artificial Intelligence & Extended Reality, CLO100, Regent College London, and ARuVR.
Frank has been working in the innovation industry for over 25 years. His career is distinguished by 15 patents, 5 founded companies, and 45 awards and honors - including the UK’s prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise, and multiple Learning Excellence and Technology Awards.
As an international speaker, author, investor, and innovator, Frank has shaped conversations at the intersection of AI, Spatial Computing, learning innovation, and sustainability. Having lived on 4 continents, his leadership extends beyond business into humanitarian initiatives with CESVI NPO and through active membership in forward-thinking organizations such as the Neuromarketing Science & Business Association and the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.
Speaker Sessions
EdTech in Action
1609
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Human or Humanoid? How Innovation Is Changing Education
Session Summary:
AI is not just a technological shift, it’s a leadership moment. We are entering an era where Agentic AI and People Digital Twins are transforming how we teach, learn, and lead. This talk looks beyond the technical details to focus on what truly matters: how leaders can embrace this revolution to unlock human potential, build more adaptive organizations, and shape a future where innovation serves people first. AI isn’t about replacing us, it’s about reimagining what’s possible, and the time to lead that change is now.
Speakers:
Frank Furnari
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Vice President, Saudi Arabia – Napster Corp
Categories:
AI and EdTech
STEM Education
Leaders in Education
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The AI-driven R-evolution Is Happening Now
Session Summary:
AI is no longer a futuristic concept, it’s here, transforming how we learn, work, and connect. In this session, we’ll explore how Agentic AI and People Digital Twins are reshaping education and careers, making personalized learning, mentorship, and productivity available to everyone, anytime. From AI teachers and mentors to smart assistants and digital colleagues, discover real-world examples of how these technologies are already revolutionizing classrooms, organizations, and beyond.
Speakers:
Frank Furnari
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Vice President, Saudi Arabia – Napster Corp
Categories:
AI and EdTech
Leadership and Professional Development
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Panel Session: Dr Helen Wright Interview with Frank Furnari
Frank Furnari
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Vice President, Saudi Arabia – Napster Corp
Categories:
Leadership and Professional Development
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Panel Session: The Future of Education and Learning Environments
Session Summary:
A diverse panel of speakers will share their insights on the future, including the skills and knowledge needed moving forward. What future learning environments might look like, and whether current educational approaches are innovative enough to prepare students for the workforce.
