Education Investment MENA

10-13 November 2014The Address Hotel Dubai Mall, Dubai, UAE

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50+ leaders in innovative private education delivery:Laureate Education • GEMS Education • ESOL Education • Brighton Education Group •HEM • International Finance Corporation • Warburg Pincus • Providence Equity Partners • Knewton • Mosaica Education • SABIS • Tadrees •Education for Employment • Luminus Education • Kompass Education and many more inside…

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Creating opportunities for educators, entrepreneurs, investors and education businesses looking to expand across the Middle East and North Africa. Education Investment MENA is the only forum dedicated to the business of innovative education delivery in MENA. In 2013, over 190 private education professionals gathered for our second edition where we addressed the regulatory, financial and operational challenges of investment, expansion and growth strategies in education businesses in MENA.

This year, we’ll focus on how to build outstanding education businesses that serve the needs of tomorrow’s learners. Going beyond the traditional bricks and mortar of education, we’ll look at how innovation, technology and exceptional leadership can transform education ventures into successful, profitable and scaleable ventures.

One-To-One Meetings Sign up to our online platform for a tailored agenda of meetings with

future partners from regulators, investors and operators.

New Focus on AsiaA one-day forum focusing on

emerging investment, partnership and expansion opportunities in

Asia’s growing private education markets.

In-Depth Operators’ Essentials Stream

A stream of dedicated discussion-based sessions focusing on key areas

essential to delivering exceptional education businesses in MENA.

8+ Hours of Open Networking

Sign up for our Lunchtime Leaders Discussions, Evening Round Tables,

Speed Networking, One to One Meetings, Mini Masterclasses and

much more…

Guide To Establishing Businesses In MENA

Designed specifically for kindergarten, schools, universities and vocational

training institutes based internationally who are interested in establishing branch campuses or partnerships with entities in

the Middle East.

FREE EdTech Seminars Two afternoons of seminars helping

educators harness the power of technology to improve learning

outcomes – free of charge for your teaching teams!

Early Bird Educators Breakfast

Closed door discussions for educators focusing on best practice in private

education in the Middle East.

Emerging Business ShowcaseA platform for emerging education

fund managers and education business heads looking for investment to present

their fund or business to an audience looking for investment and partnership

opportunities.

EdInvest ExhibitionMeet innovative solution providers

improving the delivery and expansion of private education in MENA.

WHO WILL YOU MEET?

SO WHAT’S NEW?

Kindergarten K-12 University Vocational Private Equity Venture Capital

Banks and Financiers Family Offices Institutional Investors Regulators Ministries

Real Estate Developers Architects Entrepreneurs Solution Providers

www.education-investment.com +971 4 335 2437 +971 4 335 2438 [email protected]

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PRE - CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP A WORKSHOP B08:30 - 12:30

MONDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2014

Establishing and scaling successful private education businesses in the Middle East

A workshop tailored specifically for new and growing schools looking to scale their offering across the Middle East’s diverse education markets. The workshop will cover the essential considerations for establishing and growing schools in the region including the financial and social requirements of the market. Topics being discussed include:

• Assessing the right curricula and entry model for your business

• Understanding fee structures, restrictions and benchmarking to develop a viable attractive offer

• Evaluating the impact location can have on school enrolment

• Setting realistic achievable enrolment targets• Developing robust financial models for sustainable

schools while building towards additional campuses • Maintaining quality and reputation through organic

growth• Knowing your customers: Being clear from the start

about who your target audience is and building a community around them

Led by: Andy Homden, CEO, CONSILIUM EDUCATION, UK

Establishing robust recruitment, retention and development strategies for ensuring outstanding teaching and leadership staff in the Middle East

A workshop tailored specifically for principals and education business owners looking at recruiting and empowering teachers, school leaders and support teams in the Middle East. The session will cover the essential criteria and skills that regional businesses should be looking for, the various routes available for recruiting teams, key considerations in financial remuneration and benefits, as well as strategies for ensuring a motivated, dedicated and committed team for your organisataion. As one of the costliest lines on an operator’s balance sheet, recruiting and retaining the right staff is essential, and getting it right first time is key to the long term success of an education business. This half day workshop will provide you with the practical tools required to ensure you recruit the right talent engaged in the long-term development of the institution.

Led by: Jude Hadfield, Recruitment Director, SPECIALISTSCHOOLS AND ACADEMIES TRUST (SSAT), UAEDavid Allison, CEO, SPECIALIST SCHOOLS AND ACADEMIES TRUST (SSAT), UAE

THE PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE

Book one or both interactive

workshops providing practical strategies

and tools for education operators and

educators.

WORKSHOPS:

Book a two day pass

for access to high level discussions,

presentations and group activities, as well as

access to the cocktail reception.

CONFERENCE:

Free of charge seminars exploring best practice in innovative

technology integration. Register your team at www.education-investment.com/et

EDTECH SEMINARS:

Book a one day pass for access to

insight, advice and practical strategies for expanding your business into Asia.

SUMMIT DAY:

10 November 11 November 12 November 13 November

MorningWorkshop: Scaling

Education Businesses in the Middle East

EdInvest MENA Conference

EdInvest MENA Conference

Summit Day:Investing in Education

in Asia

AfternoonWorkshop:

Recruiting Talent in the Middle East

EdInvest MENA

Conference

EdTech Seminars

EdInvest MENA

Conference

EdTech Seminars

Evening Cocktail ReceptionHosted by:


13:30 - 17:30

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Cocktail ReceptionHosted by:

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Sign up to our facilitated workshops led by industry specialists, allowing you to delve deeper into specific topics. Using knowledge and guidance together with case study examples, the workshop group worked towards gaining a more in-depth, practical

understanding of the topic and the processes involved.

08.00 Registration and refreshments

09.00 Chairman’s Opening RemarksRalph Tabberer, Owner and Chairman, BBD EDUCATION, UAE

09:10 Welcome AddressDr Abdulla Al Karam, Chairman and Director General, KNOWLEDGE AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UAE

09:30 Positioning the Middle East as a global hub for educational capitalThe Middle East is firmly positioning itself as a centre for innovation and entrepreneurship in education. Yet competing with global established and low-risk markets remains a challenge. To what extent is the region recognised as a global hub for educational capital and how much international capital is being allocated to the region’s education systems? What barriers exist to increasing domestic and international investment, and how can greater collaboration and partnership across Government and public education systems increase educational capital on a regional and global scale?Dino Varkey, Group Chief Operating Officer and Board Member, GEMS, UAEVictor Saad, Vice President & Board Member, SABIS, Lebanon/UAESvava Bjarnasson, Principal Education Specialist, INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORPORATION, UAE Moderated by: Ashwin Assomull, Partner, THE PARTHENON GROUP, UAE

10:15 Leading exceptional education businesses: Insight from successful education leaders on driving outstanding businesses

• Defining success in private education businesses in MENA: profitability vs educational output• Successfully managing external investors to improve profits while safeguarding the interests of the entire

school community• Lessons learnt from recent success stories of set-ups and expansions regionally and internationally • Effectively managing school inspection processes, their results and the impact on staff development and

retentionRyan Pinto, CEO, RYAN GROUP OF SCHOOLS, India/UAETammam Abushakra, Advisor to the Chairman, ESOL EDUCATION, UAE/EgyptDr Tolga Yaziki, President & CEO, PLATO EDUCATION, TurkeyGene Eidelman, Co-Founder & President, MOSAICA EDUCATION, USARosamund Marshall, CEO, TAALEEM, UAEModerated by: Daniel Thomas, Editor, EDUCATION INVESTOR, UK

11:00 Morning networking. A rapid succession of meetings matching investors, operators and regulators to discuss potential partnerships and business opportunities.

11:45 The Investors’ Perspective: Driving value in education businesses through exceptional partnerships • Understanding regional and international investors’ appetite and allocation strategies for investing into

education: Bricks and mortar vs edtech vs services? • Allocating global capital: How attractive are regional vs international markets? • Post-acquisition performance improvement: how are investors delivering value and growth post purchase?• Aligning investor/operator interests to mitigate risks through mutual risk/reward expectations

Dany Rammal, Managing Director, PROVIDENCE EQUITY PARTNERS, UKMax Fowinkel, Principal, WARBURG PINCUS, UKTariq Shaikh, Managing Partner, RHT PARTNERS, UAESamer Khalidi, Executive Director Alternative Investments, NBK CAPITAL, UAESayem Raza, Head of Corporate Business Development, SEDCO, KSAModerated by: Daniel Thomas, Editor, EDUCATION INVESTOR, UK

12.30 Education Deal Case Study

13:00 Networking LunchFeaturing VIP Hosted Lunch Tables. Sign up on the day for a dedicated lunch with leading VIP speakers and guests.

14.00 Building secure and sustainable businesses through a successful route to IPO Having recently acquired World Class Learning Group and led a successful IPO, understand the future plans for the continued growth of the Nord Anglia business. Hear about the key considerations around ownership, direction and leadership that they encountered, the reaction of the investment community to the IPO and the longer term implications for the business’ growth. George Ghantous, Managing Director MESEA, NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION, UAE

TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2014CONFERENCE DAY ONE

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14:30 EdTech Chat: To what extent is disruptive edtech truly disturbing traditional education delivery models? Breaking the traditional barriers of structured instruction, education is now one of the most innovative and disruptive spaces for entrepreneurs. Faced with innumerable choices and developments, how are exceptional learning organisations selecting, implementing, monitoring and controlling the impact of edtech in classrooms? To what extent are any of them able to measure the impact, if any, new technologies are having on teaching methods and learning outcomes? Hervé Marchet, Group Chief Technology Officer, GEMS, UAEDr. Lieb Liebenberg, CEO, IT SCHOOL INNOVATION, South AfricaModerated by: Daniel Thomas, Editor, EDUCATION INVESTOR, UK

15:15 Afternoon Refreshments

STREAM 1 STREAM 2

15:45 Viable delivery and investment models for early years provision in MENA

• Key demographics that make investing into the early years sector attractive to educators and investors

• Discussing viable business strategies and financial models, and how they differ to the K-12 segment

• Assessing curriculum, price point and language options that will ensure resilient returns and secure cashflow

• In what way has increased regulation transformed the competitive landscape?

• Beyond Dubai where are the biggest opportunities in early years?

Don Lim, Executive Director, AL MASAH CAPITAL, UAEKarim Ragab, Co-Founder & Chairman, KOMPASS EDUCATION, EgyptZahra Hamirani, Owner, BLOSSOM NURSERIES, UAEModerated by: Kamil Najjar, Co-Founder & CEO, KIDS FIRST GROUP, UAE

Country Roundtables MENA’s diverse countries have very different requirements and aspirations for education provision. Numerous partnership, investment and development opportunities are available for private investors and operators to help deliver these goals. Through a series of round table discussions, attendees have the opportunity to meet experts from key countries across the region to discover new opportunities for private sector participation in the education market. Dr Ali AlHakami, Founder & President, INMA EDUCATION, Saudi ArabiaKaltoom AlBalooshi, Director of Institutional Development, KHDA, UAE

16:15 Beyond Premium K-12: Alternative structural opportunities for investing in the K-12 segment in MENA

• Just how saturated has the UAE K-12 segment become, and how does it differ to other regional markets?

• How much of the new pipeline of educational projects is focused on affordability?

• Exploring alternative structural opportunities: Low cost, below premium, affordable

• New segment opportunities: Curriculum, language, culture, specialism, boarding, SEN, vocational

Andy Homden, CEO, CONSILIUM EDUCATION, UK

16.45 Creating a viable business model for the delivery of special educational needs education relevant to the Middle East

• Reviewing the unique SEN requirements of the Middle East compared to other markets and the current level of provision

• The Riverston Model: Integrating students with mild/moderate learning difficulties into mainstream establishments

• What is the business viability and the educational impact of delivering specialist special educational needs centres in the region?

• Pricing models that deliver exceptional yet affordable care as well as business stability

Prof. Michael Lewis, Chairman, THE RIVERSTON GROUP, UK/UAE

17:15 Cocktail Reception – Featuring Evening Round TablesAn ideal opportunity to meet with key speakers and delegates. In small groups you’ll have the chance to discuss particular themes covered during the day over a drink. Topics being discussed include:Creating a culture of innovation within a school; Partnerships with Government; Affordability in MENA education; Education in Saudi Arabia; Technology in Education; Special Educational Needs

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One to One Meetings and Networking Throughout the event, Education Investment MENA creates opportunities for attendees to meet with investors and operators exploring education opportunities in MENA. Sign up to our networking platform two weeks before the event to contact other attendees, speakers and guests to arrange meetings, discuss partnerships and exchange ideas for developing new education businesses in MENA.

Ed-Tech SeminarsDon’t forget to sign your teaching team up to the free to attend Ed-Tech Seminars – a series of afternoon seminars helping educators to harness the power of technology to improve learning outcomes. See page 7 for more details.

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WEDNESDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2014

Early Bird Educators’ BreakfastA closed door breakfast for educators to discuss best practice in private education in MENA. By invitation to registered operators only.

09:00 Chairman’s Opening RemarksRalph Tabberer, Owner and Chairman, BBD EDUCATION, UAE

09:05 The EdInvest Interview: Building global online businesses to transform regional and international learning experiences Join a candid interview with Ron Packard, Former Founder & CEO of K-12 Inc and current CEO of Pansophic Learning. In this discussion, Ron will discuss his view for harnessing the power of online learning platforms to transform the efficacy and availability of education. Learn which trends and solutions are having the greatest impact, where greater investments need to be made, and how establishments need to adapt to and compete with the new realities of individualised learning. Ron Packard, CEO, PANSOPHIC LEARNING and Founder/Former CEO, K12 Inc

09:45 Creating and nurturing an environment for edtech entrepreneurship in the Middle East• Reviewing the advent of edtech companies in the Middle East: How does the level of home-grown talent

compare with international innovation? • What are the biggest challenges facing nascent tech and ancillary services companies facing in the region?• How can the region better support start-ups within the region?• To what extent are regional learning requirements being addressed by regional and international

innovations? Ala Alsallal, Founder & CEO, JAMALON, Jordan

10:15 The Business of Online Innovation: Innovative vehicles for enhancing the efficacy of investments into high-impact education businesses

• How attractive is edtech as a segment to regional and international investors?• Identifying where PE, VC, Government and innovative funding vehicles models can deliver the support

required to encourage more tech and edtech ventures in the region• Outlining trends, business indicators and scaling potential investors look for in businesses • Educating Capital: How can companies increase the appeal and transparency of investing into tech, with a

focus on Arabic and localised content • What financing sources are available to entrepreneurs to expand their businesses?

Bernard West, CEO, TADREES, KSASandeep Aneja, Founder & Managing Partner, KAIZEN PRIVATE EQUITY, IndiaModerated by: Imad Ghandour, Co-Founder & Managing Director, CEDARBRIDGE, UAE

11:00 Morning refreshments and networking break

11:30 Emerging Business ShowcaseAn opportunity for delegates to pitch their school, education business, innovation or fund to a panel of investors and leading educators without the distractions of powerpoints and visual aids this is a chance to hear the real business opportunity provided by the newest and most innovative education ventures in MENA. Interested in presenting? Email [email protected]

12:30 Utilising Big Data to transform education delivery in MENA What does the big data revolution mean for education? Why do we continue to lag behind large corporates in effectively translating reams of readily available data into valuable information that can transform educational delivery and set educational establishments apart from the competition? Learn how to effectively harness big data within your institution to transform educational and financial outputs. Charlie Harrington, Co-Head London Office, KNEWTON, UK

13:00 Networking LunchFeaturing VIP Hosted Lunch Tables. Sign up on the day for a dedicated lunch with leading VIP speakers and guests.

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14:00 Keynote Interview: Building scaleable private higher education businessesAn in-depth interview with Alan Diaz, SVP of Laureate’s global operations. Ideas discussed will include relations with the company’s investors and their impact on business operations, the challenge of balancing profits with educational quality, regional and global trends in enrolment numbers and future plans for the organisation. Alan Diaz, Senior Vice President for Europe, Asia, Middle East & Africa, LAUREATE EDUCATION, UAE

UAE Education Overview: Current status and future prospects for the private education sector in MENA

• An overview of the education market in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

• Outlining current and emerging trends• Projections for the development of the sector

until 2020• Discussing the market constraints and identifying

key emerging opportunitiesMansoor Ahmed, Director Healthcare, Education PPP (MENA Region), COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL, UAE

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14:30 Meeting the Need: To what extent is today’s private education provision fulfilling the skills, employment and social requirements of the Middle East’s future?

• What skills will today’s learners need to adapt to tomorrow’s social and working environments?

• Are they already being taught, and to what extent are the biggest developments in edtech and educational delivery changing their provision?

• Exploring greater education-industry partnership opportunities to bridge the gap between graduation and employment

• Maintaining skills acquisition and development along individual learning pathways through greater collaboration and partnership

Omar Elsahy, General Manager, SOUQ.COM and Employer Partner, EDUCATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, EgyptSue Parker, Director of Skills, GEMS, UAEDr Yasmine Benamour, Director General, HEM (Institut des Hautes Etudes de Management), MoroccoModerated by: Imad Ghandour, Co-Founder & Managing Director, CEDARBRIDGE, UAE

Operational Excellence: Legal considerations for establishing robust sustainable and profitable education businesses in the Middle East This interactive afternoon session will provide first-hand insight into developing and negotiating successful education ventures across MENA. Attendees will be provided with a case study of a proposed education venture, outlining the concerns, requirements and business plan for the educator business. With expert advice from the facilitating team, attendees will study the commercial and legal issues of the project, debate key terms in the contract and ultimately agree on a proposed outcome for both the investor and educator business.Key considerations that will be covered include:

• Local partnership models• Protecting IP and brand reputation• Considering regional competition • Term and Exit

Ross Barfoot, Partner, CLYDE & CO, UAENiall O’Toole, Partner, CLYDE & CO, UAELeopold Zentner, Legal Director, CLYDE & CO, UAE

15:00 Afternoon refreshments and networking

15:30 Higher Education ReExamined: Transformative Higher Education models for the Middle East

• What impact is the digital revolution really having on the enrollment, structure and delivery of traditional tertiary education?

• Can innovative delivery models retain Middle Easter talent into universities in the region rather than losing them to Western establishments?

• Reputation vs Innovation: How will innovative new models ever provide a real alternative to red bricks and mortar?

• What more needs to be done to increase the number of transnational non-residential students and Middle Eastern-based higher education establishments?

Hany Syed, Co-Founder and Board Member, INTERNATIONAL HORIZONS COLLEGE, UAERanda Bessiso, Director, MANCHESTER BUSINESS SCHOOL, UAEDr Ayoub Kazim, Managing Director – Education Cluster, TECOM INVESTMENTS, UAEDr Ahmed Hasnah, Associate Vice President – Higher Education, QATAR FOUNDATION, Qatar

Essential considerations for attracting investment and establishing successful owner/operator relationships to maximse external capital sources

• What key facts are investors looking for when assessing new business opportunities in education?

• Outlining their key reservations regarding the education sector to prepare your response

• Establishing effective governance strategies to set out clear guidelines on expectations, duties and responsibilities of each party

• Key considerations for operators before entering partnerships: Ownership, control, expansion and returns

Nrupaditya Singhdeo, Partner & CFO, AL MASAH CAPITAL, UAE

16:00 The Business of Vocational Education: Innovative models delivering vocational education as a positive choice for individuals, businesses, society and investors

• How designing vocational education around regional learners changes everything: Adapting delivery methods and business models to provide the skills regional learners want

• Engaging industry, government and entrepreneurs in establishing new delivery models

• Promoting vocational education as an alternative to structured higher education models

• Innovative global structures that can be transferred and localised to the Middle East

Ibrahim Safadi, CEO, LUMINUS GROUP, JordanChristiaan Walstocke, Senior Advisor, CAIRNEAGLE, UKModerated by: Imad Ghandour, Co-Founder & Managing Director, CEDARBRIDGE, UAE

Quality Control: Maintaining exceptional quality in education businesses throughout expansion strategies

• Selecting key academic and operational criteria for an effective quality assurance framework

• Ensuring frameworks that complement and go beyond local inspection frameworks to ensure outstanding delivery

• Working together across organisations and regulators to improve standards across the entire education community

• Using peer to peer assessment, intervention and improvement strategies to mutually improve performance and raise standards

Snehal Pinto, RYAN GROUP OF SCHOOLS, UAE/India

16:30 Outlining new opportunities in emerging sectors within educationJoin our interactive round tables exploring new opportunities in emerging sectors within education. Led by industry experts, each table will allow attendees a chance to discuss trends, share challenges and forge potential partnerships with new contacts. Tables will focus on:

• Recruitment & Staff Development• TOEFL• Technology• SEN

BrandED: Building a successful educational brand • Creating a successful brand that communicates

the ethos, quality and environment of education businesses

• Ensuring individuality in a competitive market to meet enrollment targets

• Identifying and segmenting your target market to ensure you meet the expectations of enrolled students

• Continuing marketing campaigns that engage with all the institution’s stakeholders to build sustainable communities

Ian McIntyre, Director of Education, BRIGHTON COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS, UAE

17:00 Close of education Investment MENA Conference

10.00 Why invest in Education in Asia? Key trends and demographics outlining the size and potential of Asia’s growing private education market Abhinav Mital, Partner, THE PARTHENON GROUP, India

10.45 Going Global Experiences: Insight from successful businesses that have recently established themselves as new players in Asia Christopher Bell, Executive Chairman, BRIGHTON EDUCATION GROUP, Malaysia

11.30 Morning networking. A rapid succession of meetings matching investors, operators and regulators to discuss potential partnerships and business opportunities.

12.00 The Investor’s Perspective: Key considerations for investors examining opportunities in Asia’s growing private education market Jens Yahya Zimmermann, Managing Partner, NEW SILK ROUTE GROWTH CAPITAL, UAE Sandeep Aneja, Managing Director, KAIZEN PRIVATE EQUITY, India

12.45 Higher Education in Asia: Guidance on establishing and developing private Higher Education businesses in diverse markets Professor Stephen Naylor, Campus Dean & Deputy Chair Academic Board, JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY, Singapore Hervé Mathe, PhD Professor and Dean of ESSEC ASIA PACIFIC, Singapore

13.15 Networking Lunch

14.30 Making it work: Establishing and leading successful schools that address the requirements of the domestic community Kathy Farrell, Principal, UCIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Malaysia

15.00 Country Round Tables: Intimate discussions with experts on private education in key Asian markets Tengku Nurul Azian Shahriman, Education and SRI Human Capital Development, Performance Management And Delivery Unit (Pemandu) PRIME MINISTER’S DEPARTMENT, Malaysia

16.00 End of Summit Day

THURSDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2014

Investing into private education businesses in AsiaA BRAND NEW summit day examining the potential of expanding and investing into education businesses in Asia. As demand within Asia for private education continues to grow dramatically, increasing opportunities are available for investors, operators and education services providers to establish branch campuses, open new establishments, and partner with Ministries and existing organisations. This Summit day will provide attendees with the latest forecasts, insight and relationships required to access this important sector.

Visit www.education-investment.com to meet the expert line-up.

POST-CONFERENCE SUMMIT

Abhinav MitalPartner

The Parthenon GroupIndia

Christopher BellExecutive Chairman

Brighton Education GroupMalaysia

Herve MatheDean

ESSEC Asia PacificSingapore

Sandeep AnejaFounder & Managing Director

Kaizen Private EquityIndia

Jens ZimmermannManaging Director

New Silk Route Growth PartnersUAE

Stephen NaylorCampus Dean

James Cook UniversitySingapore

Tengku Nurul Azian ShahrimanEducation and SRI Human Capital

Development PEMANDU, Prime Minister’s Department Malaysia

Kathryn FarrellPrincipal

UCSI International SchoolMalaysia


TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 201414.00 From Boardroom to Classroom: Creating a practical and applicable digital strategy

14.30 Getting the most out of your technology budget through efficient device assessments and procurement strategies

15.00 Fast-track teacher technology training: Professional development programmes that motivate, reward and expand

15.30 From tech integration to digital normalisation: Are you ready for No Rules Learning?

16.00 Comparing BYOD with 1 to 1 tablet programmes: Deciding the feasibility and viability of device integration schemes

16.30 Getting school administration to think digitally to improve technology integration

17.00 Improving Arabic teaching and learning with technology: Successful stories from the UAE

14.00 Exploring gamification that delivers truly meaningful educational experiences

14.30 Developing e-assessments for effective learning in tertiary education

15.00 Navigating the legalities around education resources, copyright and content sharing

15.30 Reaching rural students, schools and communities with digital learning

16.00 Technology as a key contributor to transformative school turnarounds

16.30 Developing truly individualized personal learning journeys

17.00 Using augmented reality to enhance learning experiences

A series of free to attend seminars for leadership and teaching teams exploring the latest innovations in ed-tech transforming teaching and learning outcomes in MENA.

WEDNESDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2014

Promote your solutions to a niche audience of senior education business leaders and investors in the Education Investment Exhibition. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for you to actively engage with the entire Education Investment audience and showcase the impact your solutions have on teaching and learning with technology in MENA.

To include your company in the seminars [email protected] or call +971 (0)4 407 2792.

Joseph NettikadenChief Information

Officer ESOL

Phil RedheadSenior Advisor

Digital Learning GEMS Education

Samia Al FarraAdvisory Board

MemberTaaleem

Dr Farah SarrajDeputy Director

Ajman Academy

Dylan JonesSenior International Strategy Cansultant Follett International

Steve SiegelVice President

Follett International

Neels Steyn IT SCHOOL

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• Do you provide expert advice to education businesses seeking to establish or grow in the Middle East?• Are you supplying tools and technologies that are revolutionising the way schools learn in the region?• Does your firm finance or develop world-class learning environments that drive educational excellence

If so, then Education Investment MENA is the perfect platform to position your firm in front of the region’s largest and most successful education operators, regulators and investors. Our bespoke sponsorship packages offer unparalleled branding, thought-leadership and networking opportunities that will position your firm as an innovator and leader in education in the Middle East.

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SABIS® is a global education management organization that provides its network of member schools, all of which are financially and administratively independent, with support and services through a team of committed and experienced professionals who ensure quality control, innovation, and efficiency. �e SABIS® School Network consists of schools located in 15 countries on 4 continents and educates more than 63,000 students. Each member school implements the proprietary SABIS® Educational System, an educational program that provides a high-quality education and prepares students for success in college and beyond.

GEMS Education owns and operates a global network of award winning international schools. With over 50 years of experience in education, GEMS provides high quality holistic education to over 130,000 students from 151 countries. It employs over 11,000 education professionals, specialists and staff from around the world.�e GEMS Education school model is unique in the world because it offers a variety of curricula across a range of tuition fees making private education more accessible to all. Over the last three years alone, GEMS students have been accepted into 590 universities in 41 countries and won over 700 international and regional awards for academics, sports and the arts. GEMS Education also supports Governments’ education reform agenda by working with Ministries of Education to lift school performance and improve the standards and expertise of government schools worldwide. GEMS Education has offices in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, India, Kenya, Switzerland and Singapore. For further information, please visit, www.gemseducation.com

�e Ryan International Group of Institutions is India’s largest privately owned K12 chain of schools. �e Ryan Group started its first school in Mumbai way back in 1976 and has now expanded its presence to over 40 cities in India (in 16 states) and in the Middle-East. It runs over 125 schools and has a student strength of over 250,000. It has schools affiliated to various boards – National Boards like ICSE & CBSE, State Boards in multiple states, International Boards like IB (International Baccalaureate) and Cambridge CIE (offering IGCSE, AS/A Levels). �e group is run by the Founder Chairman, Dr. A F Pinto, ably supported by the Managing Director, Mrs. Grace Pinto. Both of them are leading lights in education in India and have been honoured with several awards. Ryan Schools have been consistently ranked amongst the top by Education World magazine & Hindustan Times. Most recently, the group was declared Asia’s Best K12 Education Institute by WCRC and also received the Global Education Excellence Award from PrimeTime Research.

D3 Consulting is a premier school consultancy company, specializing in starting schools, evaluation, management, accreditation and school-related improvement services for private and public school-related businesses worldwide. D3 Consulting assists in starting up or managing schools through providing high quality of services such as determining the school’s purpose and direction, completing the market study, analyzing of the study results, and development of the business plan with one objective in mind which is to support, manage, and develop quality schools for a better future. Starting a school requires exceptional planning, preparation, experience, and a commitment to a clear vision. D3 Consulting aims to develop an overview of the purpose and direction of the school through creating Strategic Plan, Mission, Values, Goals, and Operational Plan.

Clyde & Co is a global law firm with a pioneering heritage and a resolute sector focus. Our approach in the region is based on a successful formula which combines in-depth local expertise and know-how with international law firm standards. Our specialist education team is based across the MENA region and comprises specialist lawyers from a range of legal disciplines including corporate, commercial, regulatory, dispute resolution, employment, intellectual property, construction and real estate. We provide joined-up commercial, pragmatic and innovative advice to education sector clients on all aspects of their business.

IT School Innovation is an education company that focuses on combining the best educational practices with the latest technology to enable a teaching and learning environment in keeping with the 21st century. We specialize in the integrated application of the curriculum, the teachers and the learners through our Personalized Education Framework.

Follett helps schools do more with less, meet rigorous standards and prepare students for success. Our integrated solutions help you manage resources and reach instructional goals, all while keeping an eye on your budget. We believe that outstanding content, tools and support lead to better learning – wherever learning takes place.

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JOIN 50+ LEADING AUTHORITIES ON DRIVING PRIVATE EDUCATION INVESTMENT:

Samer KhalidiExecutive Director -

Alternative Investments NBK Capital

Sayem RezaHead of Corporate Business

DevelopmentSEDCO Holding

Svava BjarnassonPrincipal Education Specialist

International Finance Corporation

Abdulla Al Karam Chairman and Director

General Knowledge and Human Development Authority

Ala AlsallalFounder & CEO

Jamalon

Ayoub KazimManaging Director -

Education Cluster TECOM Investments

Tengku Nurul Azian Shahriman

Education and SRI Human Capital Development

PEMANDU, Prime Minister’s Department

Ron PackardCEO

Pansophic Learning

Ian McIntyreDirector of Education

Brighton College International Schools

Ibrahim SafadiCEO

Luminus Education Group

Karim RagabCo-Founder & Chairman

Kompass Education

Michael LewisChairman

The Riverston Group

Randa BessisoDirector

MANCHESTER BUSINESS SCHOOL

Tariq ShaikhManaging Director & CEO

RHT PARTNERS

Ahmed Hasnah Associate Vice President -

Higher EducationQatar Foundation

Alan DiazSenior Vice President for Europe

Asia Middle East & AfricaLaureate Education

Dino VarkeyGroup Chief Operating

Officer and Board MemberGEMS

Gene EidelmanCEO

Mosaica Education

George Ghantous Managing Director MESEA

Nord Anglia

Max FowinkelPrincipal

Warburg Pincus

Dr Yasmine BenamourDirector General

HEM

Victor SaadVice President & Board

MemberSABIS

Zahra HamiraniOwner

Blossom Nurseries

Tammam Abushakra Advisor to the Chairman

ESOL Limited

Dr. Tolga YaziziPresident & CEOPlato Education

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OPERATORS

INVESTORS

Bernard WestCEO

Tadrees

Dany RammalManaging Director

Providence Equity Partners

Don LimExecutive Director

Al Masah Capital Management

Imad GhandourManaging Director

Cedarbridge

Jens ZimmermannManaging Director

New Silk Route Growth Partners


10-13 November 2014 The Address Hotel Dubai Mall, Dubai, UAE

#EdInvestMENA

10 November 11 & 12 November 13 November

¨ Workshop A (am)

¨ Workshop B (pm)¨ Conference ¨ Summit Day

Early BirdBook by 2 October Final Price

Conference, Summit Day & 2 Workshops $4,099 $4,299

Educators Pass $2,049 $2,149

Conference, Summit Day & 1 Workshop $3,499 $3,699


Conference & Summit Day $2,899 $3,099


Conference Only $2,299 $2,499


Summit Day Only $899 $999

Educators Pass $499 $499 For group discounts [email protected] • For hospitality packages [email protected]

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