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Global Performance Audit Unit Announces Inaugural Performance Excellence Forum & Awards Gala in Riyadh
Senior Leaders to Explore Strategy & Performance Management System Maturity in the First GCC-Focused Event
The Global Performance Audit Unit (GPA Unit), proudly announces the inaugural Performance Excellence Forum & Awards Gala, taking place on November 17, 2025, at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences.
This first-of-its-kind global event is designed to address the growing demand for expertise in performance management system maturity, with a special focus on the GCC region, where organizations are increasingly advancing their management practices to meet world-class standards.
The full-day event combines expert-led knowledge exchange with formal recognition of Performance Excellence, featuring:
- Forum Sessions: Expert-led discussions on critical capabilities including strategic planning, performance measurement, performance improvement, performance culture, and employee performance management.
- Awards Gala: An evening celebration honoring organizations achieving Level 4 and Level 5 maturity, with the highest achievers inducted into the Performance Excellence Hall of Fame.
“Organizations across the region are seeking proven frameworks to strengthen their strategy and performance management architecture,” said Adrian Brudan, General Manager & CoFounder of GPA Unit. “This forum provides a dedicated platform for leaders to benchmark, share best practices, and accelerate their transformation journeys.”
The event is tailored for three key audiences:
- Executive leadership responsible for strategy execution and corporate governance
- Government and NGO officials supporting Vision 2030 initiatives
- HR and performance excellence professionals driving enterprise-wide performance systems
Attendees will benefit from expert insights, case study presentations, and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, exploring how mature organizations translate strategy into sustainable, high-performing systems.
Distinguished knowledge partners supporting the forum include Public Investment Fund (PIF), Ministry of Education, Red Sea Global (RSG), Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), SAMI Advanced Electronics Company (SAMI AEC), Albawani Holding, Riyadh Airports Company (RAC), and The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission. Senior executives from these organizations will share their real-world journeys toward performance excellence.
Event Details:
- Date: November 17, 2025
- Venue: Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences
- Format: Full-day forum with evening awards gala
- Registration: Early Bird Price $675 (early bird registration available until Oct 31st, 2025).
Registration includes full access to all sessions, networking opportunities, research presentations, and the awards cocktail dinner.
About GPA Unit
The GPA Unit supports organizations in advancing their strategy and performance management architecture through integrated maturity assessment solutions. With over 15 years of experience, GPA Unit has developed comprehensive frameworks for evaluating performance management system maturity across industries, helping institutions enhance effectiveness and achieve sustainable excellence.
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