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Third editionEnvironmental, Social and Corporate Governance

Enhancing Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Regulation and Reporting, and Innovation

Towards a More Sustainable and Transparent Future

Dates
6-7 October 2026
Venue
Ritz-Carlton Doha - Al Mukhtasar Hall
Registration opens
8:00 AM
  • 250Projected at the opening session
  • 7International expert speakers
  • 2Conference days
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About the conference

Following the success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, the third ESG Qatar Conference returns with QNB as strategic partner to facilitate dialogue on regulation, reporting, financial integration, and innovative sustainability practice - with a special focus on academic and policy depth.

The third edition convenes as QFMA disclosure requirements take effect for all listed companies - in strategic partnership with QNB and in cooperation with ISEP (UK).

Dr. Buthaina Hassan Al-Ansari

A message from the Chair

In light of the mandatory directives issued by the Qatar Financial Markets Authority regarding the preparation of disclosure reports on ESG practices and standards, our annual conference serves as a strategic platform for Qatari companies to advance transparency, governance and sustainability. Adherence to Environmental, Social and Governance standards is not merely a regulatory requirement, but rather a long-term investment in investor confidence and sustainable economic growth, while also supporting Qatar National Vision 2030. I invite you all to actively participate in this conference, exchange expertise, and adopt best global practices that will contribute to strengthening the position of our companies in regional and international markets.

Dr. Buthaina Hassan Al-AnsariConference Chair - Chairman of the Board, Hawkama International

Expected outcomes 2026

  • Deeper understanding and practical application of ESG standards across sectors in Qatar and the region.
  • Stronger networks among international and local sustainability stakeholders.
  • Concrete action plans to embed ESG more deeply in business practice.
  • Advanced capacity in environmental, social and governance reporting standards.
  • Publication of the Doha Recommendations 2026 to accelerate the transition to a sustainable green economy.

Programme

Times are indicative and may change.

Day 1

ESG Regulation & Advanced Reporting

Tuesday, 6 October 2026

  1. 08:00
    Registration

    Registration opens

  2. 09:00 - 09:45
    Plenary

    Opening session

    The conference chair, its international partner and three of its backing institutions open the day, and the first Qatari ESG reporting platform is launched.

    • Launch of ESG Metrix, the first Qatari platform built to help companies disclose ESG information and data.
    • Honouring of the sponsors.
    • Dr. Buthaina Hassan Al-AnsariConference Chair - Chairman of the Board, Hawkama International
    • Prof. Martin BaxterDeputy CEO, ISEP - Visiting Professor, Cranfield University
    • Yousef Mahmoud H. Al-NeamaGroup Chief Business Officer, QNB Group
    • Talal Ahmad Al KhajaChief Marketing and Communications Officer, Dukhan Bank
    • Rashid Ali Al MansooriChief Executive Officer, Aamal Company
    • Svenja WeberLaunch of ESG Metrix
    • Bouthaina AbduljallelModerator of the opening session
  3. 09:30 - 09:40
    Break

    Coffee break

  4. 09:40 - 11:00
    Panel

    Global trends in ESG: the future of sustainable finance, climate action and green innovation

    International experts from Europe and Australia, representing leading global institutions in these fields.

    • Mamoun AlereigatSession moderator
    • Paul PritchardCorporate Governance, Financial Services & Risk Specialist
    • Nino Gordeladze-O'BrienInternational Banking Risk & Governance Executive - Chartered Accountant
    • David LuckSustainable Finance & Investment Specialist
    • Wojciech SzewczakHead of Strategy & Advisory
  5. 11:05 - 12:15
    Panel

    From commitment to implementation: Qatari banks and ESG standards between regulatory requirements and practical challenges

    Speakers from two Qatari banks, with an independent finance expert on the panel.

    • Dr. Aouni Shahoud AlmousaSession moderator
    • Leo Chi Wai TongSenior Vice President, Sustainability, QNB Group
    • Mohammad Jamil Ahmad HamadChief Risk Officer, Qatar International Islamic Bank
    • Dr. Islam Mohammed Mahmoud AwadIndependent finance expert
  6. 12:20 - 13:50
    Panel

    Disclosure and listing: the journey of public shareholding companies toward ESG compliance in Qatar

    • Ahmed AbounahiaSession moderator
    • Hesham Ishaq HashemDeputy Director of Product and Market Development, Qatar Stock Exchange
    • Rashid Ali Al MansooriChief Executive Officer, Aamal Company
    • Dr. Hashim Abdulrahim Al-Bu Hashim Al-SayedEconomist and Banking Expert
  7. 13:50
    Closing

    Closing address

    A closing address summarising the conference.

    • Prof. Martin BaxterDeputy CEO, ISEP - Visiting Professor, Cranfield University
  8. 14:00
    Lunch

    Lunch

Day 2

Applied Workshops

Wednesday, 7 October 2026

  1. 09:00
    Workshop

    Workshop one: building capacity

    • Prof. Martin BaxterDeputy CEO, ISEP - Visiting Professor, Cranfield University
  2. Time announced shortly
    Workshop

    Workshop two: ESG applications

    Delivered by a panel of experts.

    Speaker announced shortly

Speakers 20

  • Dr. Buthaina Hassan Al-Ansari

    Dr. Buthaina Hassan Al-Ansari

    Conference Chair - Chairman of the Board, Hawkama International

    Hawkama International

  • Prof. Martin Baxter

    Prof. Martin Baxter

    Deputy CEO, ISEP - Visiting Professor, Cranfield University

    ISEP - United Kingdom

  • Paul Pritchard

    Paul Pritchard

    Corporate Governance, Financial Services & Risk Specialist

    ISEP - United Kingdom

  • David Luck

    David Luck

    Sustainable Finance & Investment Specialist

    Sustainability & Finance Ltd - United Kingdom

  • Wojciech Szewczak

    Wojciech Szewczak

    Head of Strategy & Advisory

    AESG - Dubai

  • Svenja Weber

    Svenja Weber

    Senior Responsible Investment Advisor

  • Dr. Ahmed Al-Adrisi

    Dr. Ahmed Al-Adrisi

    Sustainability Leader - Qatar

    Qatar

  • Dr. Islam Mohammed Mahmoud Awad

    Dr. Islam Mohammed Mahmoud Awad

    Climate and Green Finance Expert

  • Rashid Ali Al Mansoori

    Rashid Ali Al Mansoori

    Chief Executive Officer, Aamal Company

    Aamal Company

  • Dr. Hashim Abdulrahim Al-Bu Hashim Al-Sayed

    Dr. Hashim Abdulrahim Al-Bu Hashim Al-Sayed

    Economist and Banking Expert

  • Mohammad Jamil Ahmad Hamad

    Mohammad Jamil Ahmad Hamad

    Chief Risk Officer

    Qatar International Islamic Bank

  • Nino Gordeladze-O'Brien

    Nino Gordeladze-O'Brien

    International Banking Risk & Governance Executive - Chartered Accountant

    GRC Consulting - Australia

  • Leo Chi Wai Tong

    Leo Chi Wai Tong

    Senior Vice President, Sustainability

    QNB Group

  • Yousef Mahmoud H. Al-Neama

    Yousef Mahmoud H. Al-Neama

    Group Chief Business Officer

    QNB Group

  • Ahmed Abounahia

    Ahmed Abounahia

    Managing Partner

    Averroes Advisory

  • Mamoun Alereigat

    Mamoun Alereigat

    Partner

    Averroes Advisory

  • Talal Ahmad Al Khaja

    Talal Ahmad Al Khaja

    Chief Marketing and Communications Officer

    Dukhan Bank

  • Dr. Aouni Shahoud Almousa

    Dr. Aouni Shahoud Almousa

    International arbitration and business law expert

  • Bouthaina Abduljallel

    Bouthaina Abduljallel

    Media professional and presenter

    Qatar Media Corporation

  • Hesham Ishaq Hashem

    Hesham Ishaq Hashem

    Deputy Director of Product and Market Development

    Qatar Stock Exchange

Sponsors and partners 10

Strategic partner

  • QNB GroupQNB Group

Main sponsor

  • Qatar Stock ExchangeQatar Stock Exchange

International partner

  • ISEP - Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals, UKISEP - Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals, UK

Platinum sponsor

  • Dukhan BankDukhan Bank
  • Aamal CompanyAamal Company
  • Doha BankDoha Bank

Gold sponsor

  • QIIB - Qatar International Islamic BankQIIB - Qatar International Islamic Bank

Silver sponsor

  • Al Mashata Beauty Center & SPAAl Mashata Beauty Center & SPA

Academic partner

  • Averroes AdvisoryAverroes Advisory

Media partner

  • Msheireb News and Msheireb BusinessMsheireb News and Msheireb Business

Organised by: Hawkama International for Management Consultancy

Previous editions

2024

Alwadi Hotel, Msheireb Downtown Doha + UDST

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The first edition was chaired by Sheikha Amal bint Thamer Al Thani, and was opened by H.E. Sheikh Dr Faleh bin Nasser bin Ahmed bin Ali Al Thani, former Minister of Environment. It was held in cooperation with the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) of the United Kingdom. The sponsors were Qatar Free Zones Authority (strategic), Aamal (platinum), University of Doha for Science and Technology, UDST (gold), and Ashghal and TechnoQ (silver). Alwadi Hotel in Msheireb hosted the first day and UDST hosted the second, and across both days the conference brought together more than 250 experts and decision-makers from the State of Qatar and the United Kingdom. The first edition closed by launching the "Doha Recommendations for beginning ESG implementation", which became a roadmap for a number of institutions in the region. It was a strong start for spreading ESG concepts across Qatar and among Qatari companies, which have since moved much closer to preparing annual reports on their environmental, social and governance performance under government laws and regulations.

2025

Qatar Chamber, Doha

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Chaired by Sheikh Thani bin Ali Al Thani, hosted at Qatar Chamber in partnership with ISEP (Manchester). Sponsors included Dukhan Bank, Doha Bank, Aamal Company and Ashghal. Building on the first edition, it marked the move from a phase of awareness and experimentation to one of advanced implementation and compliance. Day 2 workshops were delivered by specialists from Spain, with certificates awarded to participants.

Sponsorship opportunities

Three sponsorship packages that give your company visibility at the conference, in the media and in print. Full details are on the conference site.

Package details (opens in a new window)

  • Platinum

    100,000 QAR

    Media announcements in Qatari outlets, 5-minute speech at the opening ceremony, ESG report published on the conference website, front-row seating for company president, company profile in the conference magazine, ESG presentation at the conference, logo on all print materials as Platinum Sponsor, 5 roll-up displays in the lobby, profile on the cover of the conference brochure, logo and profile on the website, 10 special invitations.

  • Gold

    75,000 QAR

    Media announcements in Qatari outlets, ESG report published on the conference website, front-row seat for CEO or company representative, ESG presentation at the conference, logo on all print materials as Gold Sponsor, company profile in the magazine with an inside-cover advertisement, 2 roll-up displays in the lobby, logo and profile on the website, 7 special invitations.

  • Silver

    50,000 QAR

    Announcements in Qatari media, front-row seat for CEO or company representative, company report published on the conference website, logo on all print materials as Silver Sponsor, profile in the magazine and website, 1 roll-up display in the lobby, 5 special invitations.

Reserve your seat at the third conference

6-7 October 2026

Ritz-Carlton Doha - Al Mukhtasar Hall

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