EFQM wrapped up its second edition of the Middle East Summit at the Conrad etihad towers in Abu Dhabi.

According to EFQM, top transformation and excellence leaders united to unveil their visions and journeys alongside a gathering of esteemed partners, VIPs, influential business professionals, media and influencers.

His Excellency Major General Fares Khalaf Al Mazroui, commander-in-chief of Abu Dhabi Police, says, "Through the strategic partnership with EFQM and our internal and external partners, we affirm our commitment to continuous improvement. We have created a pioneering government model that is a reference for best practices distinguished by working as one team, which reflects the reputation of the Emirates Abu Dhabi at the global level."

The winners of the 2023 EFQM Business Transformation Awards in the Leader and Team categories are as follows:

Majed Rafed Al-Argoubi, CEO of the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones, MODON.

The co-winners of the EFQM Business Transformation team category:
  • HMG Clinical Transformation Team, representing Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group, and 
  • Dubai Police — The Process-Based Structure Team: visionary and innovative Creating a Unified Force. 

Russell Longmuir, CEO of EFQM, says, "These outstanding leaders and teams exemplify the very essence of transformation and excellence. We look forward to witnessing the positive impact they continue to make. Where better to receive this award than the EFQM second edition of the Middle East summit where leaders from the Middle East and around the world come together to discuss and share the benefits of using."

The summit promoted different panels and keynote speakers, featuring presentations by renowned personalities, says EFQM.

Notable figures in attendance included:
  • Abu Dhabi Police, Kai Ostermann, managing director of VAMED-KMB
  • Oliver Bilstein, BMW Spartanburg production VP
  • Omar Alsenayen, chief of staff at Jeddah Central Development Agency
  • Ahmad Al Khayat, SVP excellence management division at Abu Dhabi Ports Group, and
  • Omar Aljabri, organisational excellence and services improvement department GM ZATCA. 

Isra'a Mobideen, EFQM Middle East regional director, adds, "The summit served as a goldmine of insights and best practices were a beacon of inspiration, guiding others on their path to excellence."

"Witnessing EFQM's integral role in driving performance enhancement, sustainable transformation and equipping Middle East organisations to surmount future challenges was truly enlightening. We thank our members, partners and sponsors for the support and looking for our next forum," concludes Mobideen. 

For more information, visit www.efqm.org.