The SOA Middle East, Africa & Pakistan (MAP) Steering Committee is delighted to announce the SOA Regional Symposium in Riyadh! After the successful launch of our first symposium in Dubai last year, our dedicated steering committee has worked hard to develop a comprehensive two-day event in Riyadh. Over the past several months, committee members met regularly, to shape a program encompassing topics of both local and global significance, featuring a selection of expert speakers. We extend our gratitude to the members of the steering committee. Their dedication and vision have been instrumental in making this symposium a reality: UAE, Shoaib Soofi, FSA, IFRI Cert - MAP Committee Chair, VP & GAAP Lead Actuary, MetLife In addition, we also extend our appreciation to our MAP committee whose collective efforts have significantly contributed to the success of this event: Egypt, Rana Badawy, FSA, CERA, Chief Actuary & Head of Planning & Reporting, AXA We appreciate the collaboration and dedication from actuaries at Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for their unwavering support to the advancement of the actuarial profession and support for SOA professional development activities. We are thrilled to partner with The Financial Academy as the exclusive sponsor of the Candidate Event Connect. Their support and contributions are essential to the sucess of this event. We are thankful for this partnership and support. We also express our sincere gratitude to our sponsors, whose generous support made this event possible. Their commitment and interest have been a strong encouragement and driving force.Next Skyline for Actuaries: From Advisor to Business Partner.
KSA, Ahmad Al-Qarishi, FSA, MAP Committee Member, Chief Underwriting Officer, Saudi Re
KSA, Malik Ali Altamimi, Assistant Actuary - Saudi Re
KSA, Dana Barhoumeh, FSA, MAP Committee Member, Chief Actuary - Saudi Re
Qatar, Jaffar Iqbal, ASA, IFRI Cert - MAP Representative to International Committee, Associate Director, Bank & Insurance Supervision - Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority
Pakistan, Muhammad Usama Dangra, FSA, CERA, IFRI Cert, MAP Committee Member, President, Pakistan Society of Actuaries, 2023-26, Director - SHMA Consulting
US, Josée Deroy, FSA, SOA Board Member, MAP Committee Member, Founder & CEO at savvy Services Inc
Egypt, Roba Bairakdar, ASA, PhD, Assistant Professor - American University in Cairo
Ghana, Kofi Ntim, FSA, Vice President, Actuarial Society of Ghana, Actuary - UT Life Insurance
KSA, Mahmoud M. Almalki, FSA, Senior Director, Actuarial & Financial Analysis - BUPA Arabia
Kenya, Anthony Kadima, FSA, Chief Actuary - WAICA Reinsurance Corporation
Lebanon, Wassim Tabbah, ASA, ACIA, FCA, IFRI Cert, Secretary, Lebanese Actuarial Society, Chief Actuary - SHIELDERS
Nigeria, Anthony Tippa, FSA, Council Member, Nigerian Actuarial Society, Chief Actuary/Risk Officer - Custodian Investment PLC
Thank you to our 2023 Event Sponsors
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Diamond Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Candidate Connect Sponsor
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Sponsorship
Through education and research, the SOA advances actuaries as leaders in measuring and managing risk to improve financial outcomes for individuals, organizations, and the public.
With the commitment to support a growing global community, advance education, and support the industry, the SOA launched its regional symposium series in Dubai in 2022. The event was well attended and received positive feedback with strong encouragement to continue throughout the region!
Following the successful inaugural event, we are happy to announce we are bringing the 2023 SOA Regional Symposium to Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, November 18-20.
Symposium highlights
- 150-200 expected attendees
- First SOA symposium in Saudi Arabia
- Two full days of content with luncheons and coffee breaks
- Dinner ceremony
- Two networking receptions
- Kick-off coffee/tea networking on opening day
- Candidate Connect Event (separate from the symposium, by SOA invitation only)
Please note: The SOA Candidate Connect event is tailored for pre-ASA students/candidates who are taking SOA exams.
We invite you to become a sponsor and be part of this exciting event!
Our sponsorship program includes several options to fit your goals and objectives.
- Build and enhance brand equity.
- Gain valuable insights about your organization and services.
- Get exposure to top actuaries and key industry stakeholders.
- Enhance your brand reputation as a leader in the industry.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with key decision-makers.
- Promote your products and services to a captive and passionate audience.
- Connect with friends and colleagues, develop new relationships, and expand your network.
- Be recognized as a key player and thoughtful leader in the insurance and financial services industries.
- Enjoy high visibility to a targeted audience of actuarial, insurance, finance, and investment practitioners.
For consideration of sponsorship please email international@soa.org. You will receive a sponsorship invoice and payment instructions once your sponsorship is approved.
Sponsorship Tiers
Platinum Sponsor – $10,000
- Two-minute welcome remarks at opening session.
- Booth (provided by organizers).
- Eight complimentary registrations.
- Prominent announcement about sponsorship.
- Social media recognition via SOA posts and communications
- 120-second video about your organization to be played during breaks.
- Up to 3 rollup banners from your organization for display in common areas
- Post attendee list for a one-time use.
- Verbal recognition during opening remarks.
- Company name, logo & URL on registration page, email promotions and program
- Up to 5 small giveaways to include in delegate registration bags.
Diamond Sponsor – $7,500
- Booth (provided by organizers).
- Five complimentary registrations.
- 90-second video about your organization to be played during breaks.
- Verbal recognition during opening remarks.
- Up to 2 rollup banners from your organization for display in common areas.
- Social media recognition via SOA posts and communications.
- Post attendee list for a one-time use.
- Company name, logo & URL on registration page, email promotions and program.
- Up to 3 small giveaways to include in delegate registration bags.
Gold Sponsor – $5,000
- Three complimentary registrations.
- One rollup banner for common areas
- Verbal recognition during opening remarks.
- Social media recognition via SOA posts and communications.
- Post attendee list for a one-time use.
- Company name, logo & URL on registration page, email promotions and program.
- Up to 2 small giveaways to include in delegation registration bag.
Sunday Networking Reception & Ceremony - $3,000
- One complimentary registration.
- Prominent verbal recognition at dinner ceremony opening remarks.
- Social media recognition via SOA posts and communications.
- Company name, logo & URL on registration page, email promotions and program.
- Verbal recognition during symposium opening & closing remarks.
Candidate Connect Event - $2,000
- Special recognition during opening remarks at candidate connect event.
- Social media recognition via SOA posts and communications.
- Company name, logo & URL on registration page, email promotions and program.
Hotel & Travel
The largest city and capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is a beautiful intersection of medieval and modern architectural culture. Home to Saudi Arabia's best museums, the UNESCO Heritage site of Diriyah, Masmak Fortress and the Murabba Palace, Riyadh is also home to world-class designer stores, boutiques, and fine-dining restaurants. We encourage attendees to schedule guided tours and to immerse themselves into the richly unique culture exclusive to Riyadh.
Hotels
Crowne Plaza Riyadh Minhal
Old Airport Road, Riyadh, 11484, Saudi Arabia
Sales queries and reservations:
Mr. Mahmoud Abdullah, Phone number: +966598807033; mahmoud.abdelsalam1@ihg.com
Price is SAR 1200 (US 320) per night including breakfast and services.
Rose Garden Hotel
Ad Dhubbat, king abdul aziz road, 11393 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Price is around SAR 300 (US$80) per night plus breakfast and services, available Sales queries and reservations:
Mr. Mohamed Taher, Phone number: +966545128894; gm@rosegardenhotel.net
Karim Hotel Riyadh
Prince Mugrin Ibn Abdulaziz, An Nuzhah District, 24446 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Price is around SAR 300 (US$80) per night plus breakfast and services, available
Sales Phone number: +966556998779; Email: dosm@dyafa.com
SOA Regional Symposium – Dubai 2022
Take a moment to look back on our first 2022 Regional Symposium in Dubai.
VISA Information
If you need an invitation letter for visa purposes please email our logistics planner Fatima.Abdulla@fintechrobos.com or dana@fintechrobos.com.
- View the Saudi e-Visa application website
- Dashboard of passports applicable for the e-Visa (includes all countries)
- Holders of passports of countries that are not on the eligible countries list for e-Visa can apply for a visa on arrival if they have a USA or UK or Schengen visa and the following conditions apply (Source):
- The visa is valid.
- The visa type is business or tourist.
- The visa has to be used at least once and have an entry stamp of the issuing country.
Below is a summary of information provided on the Saudi Travel Website but we encourage you to verify this information.
Group A(Eligible for E-visa and visa on arrival) |
Group B(Consulate Visa) |
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Eligible Countries |
North America: Canada, United States Europe: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Netherlands, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom Asia: Azerbaijan, Brunei, China (Including Hong Kong and Macau), Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Singapore, South Korea, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan Africa: South Africa, Oceania: Australia, New Zealand *Some GCC residents, or permanent residents/visa holders of the USA, UK, and Schengen area are eligible for eVisas or visas on arrival, depending on the country. |
North America: The Caribbean, Central America, Greenland, Mexico Central America: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, French Guiana. Middle East/North Africa: Algeria, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Palestine, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen Asia: India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Turkey, Thailand, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Nepal, North Korea, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Turkmenistan, Georgia, Magnolia, Armenia, Timor-Leste, Bhutan, Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Camoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe |
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Required documents |
The eVisa application can be done thru the eVisa Portal, a very straightforward step and takes no longer than 10 minutes. When registering, an OTP is required from the applicant as well as a declaration that the information provided is true and correct – this is a security matter and has to be done by the applicant himself. |
Must be applied in person at the embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in their countries |
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Cost |
eVisa: SAR 535 (including the full health insurance) The amount in SAR is equivalent to $143. Visa on arrival: 480 (including the full health insurance) The amount in SAR is equivalent to $128 |
Visa fees (SAR 300) and insurance (SAR 140). The amount in SAR is equivalent to $123. |
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Validity |
1 year after issued and stays of up to 90 days in Total |
1 year after issued and stays of up to 90 days in Total |
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Time to issue |
eVisa: from few minutes up to 24 hours Visa on arrival: not more than 10-30 minutes |
1 to several Business days |