Conference Speakers (2025-Abu Dhabi)

John C. Maxwell

is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, speaker, coach, and leader who has sold more than 34 million books. He is the founder of Maxwell Leadership® — a leadership development organization that has trained tens of millions of leaders in every nation. Having been recognized as the #1 leader in business and as the world’s most influential leadership expert, Maxwell continues to influence individuals and organizations worldwide—from Fortune 500 CEOs and national leaders to entrepreneurs and the leaders of tomorrow. For more information, visit maxwellleadership.com.


VALORIE BURTON,

is a life strategist, and international speaker, and is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology – the study of what happens when things go right with us. Her company provides coaching, coach training, and resilience training and has served clients in all 50 states and 20 countries on six continents. Since 1999, she has written 13 books translated into multiple languages, including Let Go of the Guilt, It’s About Time, and Successful Women Think Differently.


Executive Advisor, Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker​

Renowned business leader with a growing list of accolades: two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, former Salesforce innovation evangelist, Thinkers50 top management thinker (three times), and ex-Gartner research fellow. Recognized as a top marketing thought leader, LinkedIn influencer, and award-winning podcast host. Her work spans sales, employee and customer experience, with honors from Gartner and the National Diversity Council.


Certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Trainer

Founder and CEO of Erteqa for Training and Development, a firm dedicated to providing individuals in early/middle career individuals to find their “Why”, blossom their lives and career; and organizations with ideas, products and services that improve teamwork, clarity and employee engagement to discover hidden potentials of their teams to reach the highest team-harmony and productivity.


Dr. Ahmed Al Burkani

Chief Innovation Officer

Holding degrees in Civil Engineering, an MBA, and advanced qualifications in Strategic Studies and Leadership, has 23 years of experience, including key roles in the government sector as Chief Innovation Officer. He has received multiple awards for excellence and authored a leadership book. Dr. Al Burkani holds numerous certifications, including PMP and Emotional Intelligence Coach. He is dedicated to volunteerism, having trained over 100 government employees and established a public speaking club, while also participating as a speaker on leadership and innovation at various conferences.