IEG Middle East

24-26 October 2025

Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City

Dubai Active Industry
Future Wellness Summit

Future Wellness Summit

Future Wellness Summit

24 October 2025

Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City

Future Wellness Summit

Join us this October

A pivotal platform that brings together cutting-edge research, visionary ideas, and transformative practices. Thought leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from diverse fields come together, envisioning a harmonious blend of ancient and modern approaches to health, mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, and mental well-being.

Inviting Wellness Directors, Head of HR and Employee Wellbeing, Personal Trainers, Wellness Coaches and Healthcare Professionals, the Future Wellness Summit will be its best yet.

Agenda

24 October 2025

2:00 - 2:45PM

From Policy to Practice: Shaping a Longevity-Driven Health System

2:00 - 2:45PM | From Policy to Practice: Shaping a Longevity-Driven Health System

This panel dives into how longevity science is being integrated into the UAE’s health strategy. Leaders from government, healthcare, tech, and wellness will discuss actionable policies around preventive care, digital health, aging-in-place, and public-private partnerships, shaping a future where extended healthspan is the goal.

Why attend:
Learn how the UAE is turning the vision of longer, healthier lives into real progress. Hear from top health leaders and innovators, explore new ideas, and help shape a wellness-first future.

Panelists

Paulina Mercader

General Manager, CLINIQUE LA PRAIRIE

Shannon Neilsen

Director – Longevity, PureHealth 

Dr. Craig Cook

Chief Executive Officer, The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company

Dr. Maya Shahsavari

Medical Director, Ouronyx Dubai

David Stalker

Strategic Industry Advisor, Active IQ

Moderated by

Lorenzo Ciappina

CSO & Co-founder, REPZERO 

2:45 - 3:15PM

Beyond Reps: The Rise of Wellbeing in the Fitness Industry

2:45 - 3:15PM | Beyond Reps: The Rise of Wellbeing in the Fitness Industry

Join us for a fast-paced 30-minute session inspired by Beyond Reps: The Rise of Wellbeing in the Fitness Industry. Beyond Reps was co-edited by Dr Glenda Rivoallan and Casey Conrad and brings together 19 leaders, each sharing how we can create a new story for fitness - one that prioritises wellbeing, resilience, and human connection. In this session you’ll discover why the industry is shifting from workouts to whole-person wellbeing. Followed by 15 minutes of interactive Q&A with the editor and your chance to engage directly with the minds shaping the next era. 

All attendees will also receive a complimentary signed copy of the book.

Presented by

Dr. Glenda Rivoallan

Founder and CEO, We Talk Wellbeing

3:15 - 3:45PM

Wellness Escapes of the Future: Rethinking Spas and Retreats in a High-Performance World

3:15 - 3:45PM | Wellness Escapes of the Future: Rethinking Spas and Retreats in a High-Performance World

As wellness tourism surges, spas and retreats are evolving from luxury add-ons to lifestyle essentials. This panel unites industry leaders to explore the future of wellness travel—from immersive healing to AI-driven personalization—and how the Middle East is redefining global wellness destinations.

Why Attend:
With Dubai at the forefront of wellness tourism, gain insights into the latest trends, consumer shifts, and strategies for designing transformative experiences. Ideal for those in hospitality, wellness, or investment looking to tap into this booming sector.

Panelists

Christian Kiefer

CEO and Founder of Spa Wellness Project Management

Zena Habi

Lifestyle Wellness Consultant

Charbel E. Watfa

Head of Wellness, Boutique Group

3:45 - 4:15PM

From Supplements to Cell Therapies, What is Next-Gen Interventions for Longer Living

3:45 - 4:15PM | From Supplements to Cell Therapies, What is Next-Gen Interventions for Longer Living

As the science of longevity rapidly evolves, the frontier of interventions is expanding beyond traditional supplements and lifestyle strategies. This session explores the cutting-edge of next-generation therapies designed to extend not just lifespan, but healthspan. From advanced nutraceuticals and personalized supplementation to groundbreaking innovations in stem cells, gene editing, and regenerative medicine, participants will gain insight into the most promising tools shaping the future of healthy aging. The discussion will also highlight the challenges, ethical, regulatory, and accessibility - that come with bringing these interventions from the lab into everyday life. 

Speaker

Dr Rochael

Medical Manager, Everwell

Included in the complementary Trade Pass

B2B Matchmaking App

Exhibition - All 3 Days

VIP Buyers Lounge

Official Networking Party

Speed Networking

MENA Roundtable

ICREPS Global Standards Summit

XPRO Summit

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Find out what else is happening at the region’s premier conferences for health, fitness, and wellness professionals. Our events deliver cutting-edge insights, global perspectives, and practical strategies to sharpen your expertise in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.

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