LEAP 2022 brings together pioneers, innovators and disruptors to explore and engage with the latest in technology in the largest global platform of its type
World’s largest innovation gathering
In February 2022, Saudi Arabia will host what seems set to be the largest technology event ever launched, LEAP, bringing together the global technology community under one roof to tackle the biggest socio-cultural challenges of the world.
From 1st – 3rd of February 2022 in Riyadh, LEAP is set to become a truly global platform for the entire innovation ecosystem, connecting pioneers and disruptors with business and government leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and more to experience and learn about the technologies of the future. As global technology giants gear up to participate in one of the region’s most anticipated events, over 700 emerging technology start-ups are preparing to showcase their solutions to the world.
International speakers
LEAP 2022 will welcome international speakers including Eugene Kaspersky, CEO and co-founder, Kaspersky, Raghu Raghuram, CEO, VMware, Maelle Gavet, CEO, Techstars, and more. They will be joined by experts from the region; including Eng. Olayan M. Alwetaid, Group CEO, STC, Eng. Salman Al Badran, CEO, Mobily, Ghinwa Baradhi, CIO MENAT region for HSBC and Sky Kurtz, founder and CEO at Pure Harvest. LEAP will also feature inspirational stories from people like Steven Bartlett, renowned entrepreneur, and BBC’s youngest ever Dragon, as well as football legends Roberto Carlos and Luis Figo.
Commenting on the event, His Excellency Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, said: “Technology and innovation have enormous potential to transform economies and societies. We live in a time where you either leap or be left behind. We are proud to host LEAP to help the region lead and leapfrog with technology and innovation”.
Registration to attend LEAP 2022 is now open. Further keynote speaker announcements will be shared in the coming months.
