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Harly is a recognised leader in Web3 regulation, VASP licensing, tokenisation, international structuring, and digital asset law across the UAE and Australia. He has advised on: Multi-billion-dollar token launches Licensing of major exchanges & VASPs (UAE, ADGM, Australia, BVI) Large-scale digital asset transactions DAO structuring & token compliance Cross-border structuring for UHNWIs & family offices Investment fund setups across Cayman, BVI, UAE & Australia He was also the lead advisor on the world’s first IPO to accept cryptocurrency as consideration, giving him rare insight into the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets. Beyond his legal work, Harly is the Managing Partner and Founder of Neo, Neo Finance, and Neo World Ventures, investing in early-stage blockchain, gaming, RWA, and emerging tech projects.

Amir is one of the region’s most respected fintech operators — a builder of real-world financial infrastructure at scale, not just a commentator on innovation. Under his leadership, Jingle Pay has expanded across MENAP and South Asia, delivering real-time cross-border payments in highly regulated markets and serving millions of users across emerging corridors.What makes Amir uniquely valuable on stage is his operator-level insight. He has built licensed fintech ecosystems across complex regulatory environments, partnered with global banks and payment networks, and scaled consumer financial products that move money in seconds — all while maintaining institutional-grade compliance and security.

Vilen Gulian leads the Social Media department at Luna PR, working across growth, client success, and revenue to help companies turn attention into trust and long term retention. He advises founders and leadership teams on positioning, narrative, and strategy that holds up through market cycles, supporting both institutional-facing teams (including DATcos and public companies) and native crypto companies.

Samuela Davidova is a pro-freedom speaker, thinker, writer, and doer. She makes people choose themselves and take ownership of their lives, opportunities, and conditions through her The Freeist concept. As the former Liberland Representative to Georgia, she broadened awareness of both countries and connected with like-minded individuals, entrepreneurs, and opinion leaders. Now, she represents Liberland en large around the globe and initiates strategic partnerships.

Vít Jedlička is the Founder and President of the Free Republic of Liberland, a sovereign micronation established on April 13, 2015. With academic credentials in economics and political science from the University of Economics in Prague and the CEVRO Institute, Vít has spent over two decades advocating for liberty, inspired by classical liberal thinkers such as Bastiat and Rothbard.Under his leadership, Liberland has grown into a global movement with over 780,000 registered citizenship applicants. The nation is internationally recognized for its forward-thinking use of blockchain-based governance, voluntary cooperation, and minimal state interference. Vít has also initiated NFX, one of the world’s largest community-driven internet networks, reflecting his entrepreneurial vision.He has been featured in The New York Times Magazine, USA Today, CNN, Time, and Fox Business Network, and has spoken at top global forums including Bitcoin Miami, TEDx, Horasis Global Meeting, ALEC, and the St. Gallen Symposium.Vít’s recent recognition includes the Gusi Peace Prize (2023) and a Humanitarian Award at the United Nations for his innovative contributions to peace and liberty. In 2024, he appointed blockchain pioneer Justin Sun as Liberland’s first Prime Minister following its first blockchain-based election.His mission is clear: to build the freest nation on Earth, where blockchain governance, economic transparency, and individual liberty enable people to thrive free from excessive regulation and taxation.

Mr. Umair Mehmood is a renowned Neuroscientist, Speaker, Investor, Mentor and President of WePelicans Prospective. Umair Mehmood is Futurist and a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Scholar. Mr. Mehmood is President of WePelicans Prospective, a Private Equity Investment Syndicate with dedicated Center of Excellence at Futurism and Innovation. He is Rector of Behavioral Sciences Research Center (BSRC) as well. He presides Executive Boards of more than 30 Emerging NewCos and sits on Advisory Boards of several entities from around the world including banks, FinTechs, NBFls, consulting firms, R&D orgs, business groups, scientific forums, academic institutions, industries, family offices and media organizations.

Dalal Alrayes is the CEO and co-founder of Spare, the leading open finance provider in the Middle East. Before founding Spare, Dalal was an Investment Manager at Global Investment House’s private equity fund, where she successfully guided companies across the region in enhancing their value through operational turnarounds, management restructuring, and product innovation. Her earlier career includes experience in hedge fund investing, where she actively managed global investment portfolios across diverse asset classes and geographies.Dalal holds an MBA from London Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Finance and Economics) from Babson College.

I’m a payments and banking leader with 25+ years at the frontline of merchant acquiring, digital payments, and financial infrastructure across the Middle East, India, and Asia. I work at the intersection of strategy, regulation, and execution—bridging legacy systems with AI-native, interoperable payment architectures that scale across markets while respecting local regulation and consumer behavior. My focus today is on building trusted, intelligent payment ecosystems spanning cards, real-time payments, wallets, QR, cross-border corridors, and open banking. If you’re modernizing payment infrastructure or building the next generation of AI-led, regulation-ready payment systems.

Management Systems Assessor & Quality Assurance ExpertSeasoned management assessor and quality assurance professional specializing in comprehensive system auditing across multiple industries. Expertise in identifying, analyzing, and resolving strategic and operational management challenges through rigorous assessment methodologies. Core Expertise:-Transformation via implementation of international management standards, including QMS, EMS, EOMS, OHSAS, FSMS, ISMS, and SA 8000-Development of governance frameworks ensuring compliance with international and regulatory requirements-Extensive banking and financial industry experience with a focus on Information Security, Data Governance, Sharia compliance, and operational excellence-Cross-sector experience spanning construction, textiles, software, oil and gas, and more Proven Track Record:-Helped 4,000+ companies establish sustainable ISO standard frameworks-Performed comprehensive gap analyses and implementation roadmaps-Delivered specialized training programs on ISO standards and governance frameworks Certifications:-Lead Auditor certification-Advanced Auditing Skills-Risk Management Lead Auditor Specialized Knowledge:-e-GRC frameworks-Risk and compliance requirements for banking and various sectors-Continual improvement methodologies-Process enhancement strategies & Transformation Committed to transforming organizations, strengthening management systems, meeting compliance requirements, and achieving sustainable growth through systematic assessment and improvement initiatives.

Strategic and performance-focused Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with 17+ years of leadership in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. I specialize in financial management, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and enterprise-wide performance optimization — consistently aligning finance with business strategy to drive sustainable growth. Core Competencies:Financial Strategy | Cost Optimization | ERP Implementation (Oracle, Sun-System, SAP, Microsoft office) | Regulatory Compliance (RBI, SEBI, GST, IND-AS, IFRS, Old GAAP)FP&A | Budgeting & Forecasting | Risk Governance | Taxation | Treasury & Working Capital Management | Corporate GovernanceAudit & Internal Controls | Business Valuation | Digital Finance | Financial Modelling | Stakeholder & Board Management