MENA Industry Roundtable 
MENA Industry Roundtable

MENA Industry Roundtable 

Sunday, Oct 26, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Asia/Dubai

Roundtable

English
About

Building Active Cities: The Role of Fitness, Real Estate & Technology in Shaping a Healthier MENA.

This insightful discussion with eight key leaders looks beyond gyms to explore urban wellness strategies, positioning fitness as a catalyst for healthier communities. It invites operators, developers, and tech experts to collaborate in shaping how people live, move, and integrate wellness into daily life.

Why Attend?
Join eight leading experts as they explore how fitness, real estate, and technology are shaping the future of active living across the MENA region. This roundtable goes beyond traditional gyms to uncover innovative urban wellness strategies that foster healthier communities and vibrant cities. Whether you’re a fitness operator, developer, or tech innovator, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and influence the transformation of how people live, move, and engage with wellness every day.

Speakers

Hala Aluraibi

CEOFitRepublik & StudioRepublik

Andrew Birch

Director of Sports & CompetitionsWFG26

Faheem Essop

Founder and CEOPurple Fitness LLC- Anytime Fitness UAE

John Foy

COOInspire Kuwait

Steven Gillespie

Head of VeoEmaar Hospitality Group

Jamie Moore

Director of Fitness and RecoverySIRO

Marcin Obel

Founder & Chief Innovation OfficerQODECA

Dr. Harmeek Singh

Founder & OwnerPlan b Group and She Runs Race Chairman

Matthew Williams

Sports Programme ManagerAbu Dhabi Department Education and Knowledge

Moderators

David Stalker

Strategic AdvisorActive IQ