WES Speakers

The Voices Shaping Education's Future

WES brings together ministers, chancellors, founders, and reformers from 50+ countries. Past speakers have included former heads of state, Nobel-adjacent thinkers, and the founders behind some of the world's most impactful education innovations.

Coming Soon

2027 Speaker Lineup

Past speakers have included world-class education leaders, government ministers, university heads, and EdTech innovators from 30+ countries. Expect the same caliber — and above — in 2027.

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The WES Speaker Experience

Speakers at WES don't just present — they participate. From structured panel dialogues and moderated roundtables to informal networking sessions and media interviews, WES gives speakers a platform to amplify their voice, extend their network, and contribute to a conversation that shapes policy and practice worldwide.

What speakers receive:

A global stage with delegates from 50+ countries

Speaker spotlight across WES social media & newsletters

Inclusion in the WES Speaker Video Library

Networking with ministers, institutional heads & leaders

Media interview opportunities & press coverage

Past Speakers

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ahmed S. Yamani

President
Prince Sultan University

Dubai, UAE

Prof. Ammar Kaka

Pro Vice Chancellor & President
Curtin University Dubai

Dubai, UAE

Prof. Rafid Alkhaddar

Pro Vice Chancellor
Amity University Dubai

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Dr. Hamad Odhabi

Vice Chancellor
Abu Dhabi University

Dubai, UAE

Simon Bradbury

Pro Vice-Chancellor International
De Montfort University

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Prof. William Cornwell

Provost
American University in the Emirates

Dubai, UAE

Prof. Sherief Khalifa

Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs
Dubai Medical University

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Dr. Samira Al Nuaimi

Vice Chancellor for Support Services
Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities

Dubai, UAE

Dr. Adil Alzarooni

Founder & Chairman
Citizens School

Italy

Andrea Baldini

Mayor of Municipality
Argenta Emilia Romagna-Italy

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Prof. Mohamed Mahjoub Dhiaf

President
Liwa University

Ajman, UAE

Dr. Khaled Assaleh

Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Ajman University

Become a Speaker

Have a story, insight, or innovation worth sharing? WES is always looking for bold voices who are redefining education. Apply to speak or recommend a colleague.