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MIDDLE EAST FINANCE
TRANSFORMATION CONFERENCE

From the Kingdom to the World : Transforming Finance

Redefining Finance leadership for a Digital & sustainable World

May 05, 2026

Airport Marriott, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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About the Event

Event Overview

The Middle East Finance Transformation Conference (MEFTC) 2026 is the GCC’s premier platform for CFOs, finance leaders, and innovators shaping the next decade of finance in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Taking place on 5 May 2026 at the Airport Marriott, Riyadh, MEFTC 2026 sits at the heart of Vision 2030’s financial sector transformation and the growing momentum of global sustainable finance.

As Saudi Arabia scales its Financial Sector Development Program, strengthens capital markets, and accelerates fintech and cashless payments, finance leaders are under pressure to deliver real-time insights, resilience, and sustainable growth. MEFTC 2026 provides a highimpact forum to benchmark best practices, learn from global peers, and forge partnerships across the GCC and international markets.

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Why MEFTC 2026 Matters Now

Saudi Arabia’s financial sector is rapidly evolving into a diversified, technology-enabled engine of growth, aiming to:

  • Boost the sector’s share of GDP
  • Expand private sector credit
  • Achieve 70% cashless payments by 2025and resilience

Simultaneously, the Kingdom has emerged as MENA’s largest issuer of sustainable finance, with nearly $20 billion in green and sustainability-linked instruments issued in 2025.

Globally, finance teams are rapidly adopting AI and advanced analytics

  • 50% already using generative AI
  • 90% planning at least one AI-enabled solution by 2026

ESG regulations, green capital markets, and digital infrastructure are reshaping capital allocation, risk, and performance

MEFTC 2026 brings these regional and global trends together in a single, executive-level forum

What You'll Experience

At MEFTC 2026, delegates will:

  • Explore next-generation finance operating models aligned with Vision 2030 and the Financial Sector Development Program
  • See AI, data, and automation in action, moving finance from transactional processing to predictive decision support across FP&A, treasury, and risk
  • Understand sustainable finance and ESG reporting to unlock capital and competitive advantage
  • Benchmark with regional and global CFOs on governance, cybersecurity, and financial resilience
  • Engage in interactive workshops, executive roundtables, and live demos showcasing cloud ERP, AI finance tools, open banking solutions, and ESG platforms
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Event Themes

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AI-Powered Finance & Real-Time Insights

Leveraging AI and advanced analytics for predictive forecasting, pricing, and performance management.

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Resilient Treasury, Liquidity & Risk

Managing liquidity, FX, and market risks in a world of volatility and cross-border capital flows

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Sustainable & Transition Finance in Saudi Arabia

Practical strategies and products to harness Saudi Arabia’s leadership in sustainable finance.

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Digital Infrastructure, Cloud & Cybersecurity

Building secure, cloud-first finance platforms while mitigating cyber and fraud risks.

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Evolving Regulation, Compliance & Transparency

Navigating Vision 2030 reforms, global disclosure standards, and ESG requirements

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Future-Ready Finance Talent & Operating Models

Redesigning finance teams, skills, and shared services to support AI, automation, and new ways of working

Regulation Reimagined: GCC Finance in a Global Context

Vision 2030 reforms are aligning regional finance with international standards, driving transparency, accountability, and investor confidence across the GCC.

Sectors Participating: Across Industries, Across Borders

MEFTC 2026 brings together finance leaders from a diverse range of sectors, providing a unique opportunity to exchange insights, benchmark practices, and explore strategic partnerships across the GCC and beyond.

Government & Public Sector

Policymakers, regulators, and public finance executives.

Banking & Financial Services

Retail, corporate, and investment finance leaders

Manufacturing & Industrial

Capital-intensive finance and treasury optimization

Energy & Utilities

CFOs and finance heads navigating transformation and sustainability

Telecom & Technology

Finance in innovation-led and digitalfirst organizations

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Financial leaders driving efficiency and compliance

Logistics & Infrastructure

Managing finance, risk, and investment in complex ecosystems

Retail & Consumer Goods

Strategic finance for growth, supply chain, and digital transformation.

Saudi Finance on the Global Stage

MEFTC 2026 spotlights Saudi Arabia’s financial transformation:

  • Economy growing 3.6–4.5%, non-oil sectors 4–5% annually
  • Bank assets SAR 4.9T, credit up 14–19%, fueling diversification and private sector growth
  • SME and non-oil credit rose nearly 19% YoY in 2025
  • MENA sustainable finance market $35B+, with Saudi leading green and sustainability-linked issuance
  • Global investors and regulators converge on stricter ESG standards and integrated tools

MEFTC 2026 empowers GCC finance leaders to turn these trends into actionable strategies, policies, and solutions for growth and sustainable impact

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Event Highlights

MEFTC 2026 provides a 360° platform for finance leaders

High-Level Conference
High-Level Conference:

Keynotes, panels, and insights from visionary CFOs and regulators.

Innovation Showcase
Innovation Showcase:

Technology demos from global leaders in AI, ERP, treasury, and ESG.

Executive Roundtable
Executive Roundtables:

C-suite–only sessions designed for candid dialogue and strategy exchange.

Deep-Dive Workshops
Workshops:

Practical sessions on ESG, AI, FP&A, treasury and cyber-resilience.

Innovation Showcase
Finance Catalyst Awards

Celebrating individuals and organizations leading transformation.

Why Join?

  • Gain insights from regional and global finance leaders shaping Vision 2030 and global capital markets
  • Turn insights into actionable strategies and tools ready for immediate deployment
  • Expand networks and influence with 250+ senior executives across industries and government
  • Discover emerging technologies and fintech models supporting cashless payment adoption
  • Position their organization at the forefront of AI-enabled, ESGaligned, and digitally resilient finance

Who Will Be There?

MEFTC 2026 brings together senior finance leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the GCC and beyond, creating a platform for knowledge sharing, strategic collaboration and business growth.

    Attendees Include:
  • CFO, Global CFO, Group CFO
  • Chief Risk Officer
  • Chief Investment Officer
  • Chief Accounting Officer
  • SVP/VP, Director of Finance
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Head of Finance
  • Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
  • VP of Finance Transformation
  • Managing Director/ Governance
  • SVP/VP, Director of Treasury
  • Chief Audit Executive
  • SVP/VP, Director of Compliance

Contact

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Event Date

May 05, 2026

Event Location

Airport Marriott, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Sponsorship & Delegate Inquires

m.wasi@sdgevents.com
arvin@thepangea.in

Speaking Inquires

shreya.m@sgdevents.com

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+971 56 986 5725

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