12^th Annual Saudi Trade Finance Summit 2024

“Being at the Saudi Trade Finance Summit this year has been an energizing experience from the moment I walked into the final conversation after my presentation. I’m genuinely proud to see an event of this scale and professionalism taking place in Riyadh, and I’ve already encouraged my team at FlyAkeed to join next year — we plan to be regular participants. The networking has been exceptional; I’ve made countless connections, handed out nearly all my cards, and can clearly see strong business potential ahead. As a technology-driven SaaS company in the travel management space, we’ve found this platform incredibly relevant for both finance insights and industry alignment. If I had to describe the event in one phrase, it would be ‘perfect customization.’ On a scale of 1 to 10, I’d confidently give it a 9.5.”

“This year’s Saudi Trade Finance Summit has been a truly rewarding experience — from delivering a keynote to engaging with an esteemed audience and hearing valuable insights from other speakers on the most pressing topics in both Saudi and global trade finance. It’s an exciting moment for the industry, and the discussions have been deeply informative. The quality of delegates remains exceptional, bringing together leaders from corporates, government entities, semi-government sectors, and major banks. I’ve made several meaningful connections, and with even more corporates participating this year, the opportunities for business conversations and sharing best practices were outstanding. If I had to capture the event in a single word, it would be ‘energizing.’ On a scale of 1 to 10, it’s a definite 10.”

“This is our second year participating in the Saudi Trade Finance Summit, and it has once again been a valuable platform for presenting our capabilities, showcasing our performance, and engaging with both existing and potential clients. The event gave us the chance to better understand the business needs of a wide range of attendees, and we were pleased to meet many new clients this year as well. The quality of delegates has been fantastic, and the conversations have been productive and helpful from a business perspective. Overall, the summit continues to offer meaningful exposure and opportunities for collaboration. In one word, I would describe it as ‘Great.’ On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate it an 8.”

“I’ve been attending the Saudi Trade Finance Summit since 2014, and every year it continues to deliver value. This edition offered insightful sessions that touched on key points CFOs need to stay updated on, especially around funding opportunities. The networking breaks were equally productive — I finalized an agreement with Tarmeez, and the process was smooth, transparent, and supported by a very helpful team. I also initiated discussions with Al Rajhi Bank, and we plan to move forward with agreements on funding and bank-related assets, including letters of guarantee. The summit once again proved to be a strong platform for real business outcomes and meaningful connections. In one sentence, the experience was simply perfect, and I would confidently rate it a 9 out of 10.”

“With over 24 years at Bin Dawood Holding, I’ve seen our journey from a private company to a publicly listed group with 102 branches and a newly acquired pharmacy business — and events like the Saudi Trade Finance Summit have been part of that growth story. I’ve attended the summit for the past five years, received awards, joined as a panellist, and now look forward to participating as a speaker. Every edition brings something new, relevant, and genuinely qualitative, which is why I enjoy returning. During the networking breaks, I reconnected with sponsors and banking partners like Fransi and SAP, many of whom I’ve known throughout my career. This consistency and value delivery speak for the strength of the event. If I had to summarize it in a sentence — the fact that I keep coming back year after year is a strong message in itself.”

“With over 30 years of experience in finance — including 24 years in Saudi Arabia — I found this year’s Saudi Trade Finance Summit to be both insightful and enriching. The sessions offered deep knowledge, especially from speakers who shared valuable perspectives on the evolving role of CFOs and the finance solutions presented by various sponsors and banks. Their expertise added significant value to our professional understanding. The networking breaks were equally productive, giving us the chance to engage with sponsors who provided practical and helpful insights for our business needs. Overall, it was a fantastic event that delivered knowledge, connections, and relevance. Without hesitation, I would rate it a full 10 out of 10.”