Without too much self-congratulation, here’s an overview of the keynotes I’ve given, the panels I’ve participated in, and the podcasts I’ve contributed to. This will give you a good impression of my knowledge, experience, the message I like to convey, and the possibilities if you’re considering hiring me.

Panel
6th Panel Discussion : Psychology in Safety
ASSP Middle East Chapter Professional Development Conference & Exhibition | Bahrain
21 January, 2025
The ASSP Middle East Chapter (ASSP-MEC) is organizing its 15th Professional Development Conference & Exhibition from January 19 to 23, 2025, at The Gulf Hotel in the Kingdom of Bahrain. This event aims to bring together professionals in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) management to discuss the latest industry challenges and innovations. The conference will feature keynote sessions on leadership

Keynote
How smart workers use situational awareness to improve safety
ProSaf MENA 2024 | Dubai, UAE
20 November, 2024
The ProSaf MENA Conference and Exhibition brings together regional and international operating companies, refineries and petrochemical companies. The Conference Theme for this year 2024 is to “Prevent Process Safety incidents by Integrating and Strengthening Process Safety Barriers and Operational Excellence”.

Presentation
Flawed Situational Awareness: The stealth killer of first responders
IFOC 2024 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
5 November, 2024
IFOC 2024 brings together over 2000+ professionals for the purpose of advancing their technical knowledge and optimizing their forte in the field of Fire, Emergency Response, Crisis Management & Safety through operational excellence, efficiency, and sustainability. This event also aims to create synergy and strengthen the collaboration between the government authorities and the industries.

Keynote
The Burning Question – How Do Humans Make Decisions?
Data, AI & Analytics Conference Europe 2024 | London, UK
14 October, 2024
The Data, AI & Analytics Conference Europe 2024 is the premier gathering of Europe’s top minds in Data, AI, and Analytics. Covering key trends in data governance, AI advancements, and digital leadership, this event offers transformative insights and actionable solutions for Data & AI professionals. Engage with visionary keynotes, dynamic panels, and interactive sessions led by industry pioneers.

Presentation
The Challenge of Adopting Al in Emergency response to Improve Situational
Fire Asia 2024 | Hong Kong
28 July, 2024
Fire Asia 2024 is an international conference held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, gathering experts in emergency response, paramedic services, medicine, and fire engineering. Delegates from various countries, including those in the Belt and Road Initiative and ASEAN, come together to share knowledge and advance global emergency preparedness.

Presentation
The Challenge of Adopting Al in Emergency response to Improve Situational Awareness
Critical Communication World 2024 | Dubai, UAE
15 May, 2024
Serving the sector for more than 20 years, Critical Communications World (CCW) unites mission-critical and business-critical end-users with manufacturers and suppliers for three days of inspiration, knowledge and connections.

Presentation
The Challenge of Adopting Al in Emergency response to Improve Situational Awareness
IWCE 2024 | Orlando, Florida, USA
25 March, 2024
For over 45 years, the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has been North America’s premier critical communications event. It is the one place where critical communications technology professionals gather to evaluate, learn and network with industry leaders. Our mission is to connect the Critical Communications ecosystem through education, networking and insights to help professionals leverage emerging technologies to create a

Presentation
The Challenge of Adopting Al in Emergency response to Improve Situational Awareness
BAPCO 2024 | Coventry, UK
6 March, 2024
The BAPCO Annual Event offers an unparalleled opportunity to discover the latest equipment and systems, gain insights and knowledge that directly impact your day-to-day role and network with like-minded individuals.

Presentation
AI in emergency response operations
IAFC TSI 2023 | Dallas, USA
5 December, 2023
The Technology Summit International (TSI) focuses on the practical implementation of technology in fire services. Our aim is simple: bring together the brightest minds in the fire service to explore technologies that make a real difference in firefighter safety and decision making.

Presentation
Human factors during avalanche rescue
Pieperfest 2023 Snow Safety Center | Wijk aan Zee, The Netherlands
24 September, 2023
Pieperfest is an annual event organized by the Snow Safety Center (SSC) in the Netherlands, focused on improving avalanche rescue skills. During the event, participants practice avalanche rescue techniques on the beach, including the use of avalanche beacons, probes, and shovels. The event also features lectures and clinics by avalanche safety experts and is considered the largest of its kind

Presentation
The Amsterdam-Amstelland FD, from traditional aggressive to cutting edge aggressive
FRI 2023 | Kansas City, USA
16 August, 2023
Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from across North America and around the globe come to Fire-Rescue International (FRI). This year, we are in Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, to learn, network, and collaborate together.

Presentation
Challenges when adopting AI to support situational awareness in emergency response
Critical Communications World 2023 | Helsinki, Finland
25 May, 2023
Serving the sector for more than 20 years, Critical Communications World (CCW) unites mission-critical and business-critical end-users with manufacturers and suppliers for three days of inspiration, knowledge and connections.

Keynote
Situational Awareness
Fire Department Event 2022 | Nijkerk, The Netherlands
28 August, 2022
The Brandweerevent is an annual event organized by Brandweer Nederland, aimed at knowledge sharing and inspiration within the fire and safety sector.

Presentation
Challenges of incident decision-making in high-tech, high-risk, high-consequence environments
IFOC 2022 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
16 March, 2022
IFOC 2022 brings together over 2000+ professionals for the purpose of advancing their technical knowledge and optimizing their forte in the field of Fire, Emergency Response, Crisis Management & Safety through operational excellence, efficiency, and sustainability. This event also aims to create synergy and strengthen the collaboration between the government authorities and the industries.

Keynote
Smart data for smarter firefighters
DINAcon 2019, | Bern, Switzerland
18 October, 2019
The Swiss DINAcon conference promotes digital sustainability, focusing on open-source technologies, data sovereignty, and responsible AI. It brings together experts from politics, business, and academia to explore how digital resources can benefit society and the environment.

Presentation
Smart Data for Smarter Firefighters
Innovation & Foresight Summit 2019 | Abu Dhabi, UAE
15 February, 2019
The Innovation Foresight Summit 2019 is a global technology event held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the UAE to encourage MOI agencies to embrace innovation as a tool to better handle the challenges of the future.

Keynote
Smart Data for Smarter Firefighters
AFAC 2017 | Sydney, Australia
28 August, 2017
AFAC Conference & Exhibition powered by INTERSCHUTZ is Australasia’s largest and most comprehensive emergency management conference and exhibition. Brought to you by AFAC, Deutsche Messe, the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia), Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience (AIDR) and Women and Firefighting Australasia (WAFA) Conference.

Keynote
Smart Data for Smarter Firefighters
VVSG Fire Department Congres 2016 | Mechelen, Belgium
21 November, 2016

Keynote
Smart data for smarter fire protection
NFPA C&E 2016 | Las Vegas, USA
16 June, 2016
NFPA Conference & Expo is the year’s largest and most important event for the fire protection, life safety, and electrical professionals. NFPA combines an unrivaled training conference with a comprehensive expo featuring more than 360 of the industry’s top product and service providers—all in one place for your convenience!