Riyadh: The Financial Academy announced that the fourth edition of the Financial Academy Forum is taking place on October 8, 2025, at the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Conference Center.
According to Saudi Press Agency, bearing the slogan of “Innovate to Enable”, this year’s forum reaffirms TFA’s commitment to fostering innovation as a cornerstone for developing the financial sector and enabling it to navigate future challenges. The event will cover critical themes, most notably Strengthening Institutional Agility Through Driving Innovation, Institutional Leadership in an Evolving Environment, Sustainable Strategies for Developing Leadership Talent, and Human Capital in the AI Era.
CEO of the Financial Academy Mana AlKhamsan has revealed that the forum will see the launch of numerous strategic initiatives that are focused on optimizing talent capabilities, noting that the initiatives will be implemented in cooperation with local, regional, and global organizations. He added that several agreements, aiming to upskill human capital and help it adapt to the evolving demands of the coming era, will be concluded.
“The forum seeks to offer inspiring experiences to support the financial institutions’ sustainable growth and enhance their adaptability to global changes. Additionally, it serves as a platform for exchanging insights and expertise between regional and international leaders, decision makers, and experts, and building new partnerships that would elevate workforce efficiency and advance the financial sector development,” AlKhamsan stated.
The forum’s main panel discussions will feature a select group of the financial sector leaders as well as a number of local and international experts, while specialized workshops will be organized on the sidelines of the gathering, covering diverse topics relevant to the finance industry.
Moreover, the Financial Academy has added a new item to this year’s agenda: Alinma Stage – a financial awareness platform where several experts and mentors will deliver interactive sessions to promote financial literacy among different segments of society.
The Financial Academy Forum is an annual high-profile event that brings together senior government officials, heads of authorities and institutions, CEOs, as well as distinguished researchers, academics, experts, and practitioners in areas of finance and investment. The gathering aims to explore the latest global methods and best practices for enhancing human capital’s capabilities and skills, aligning with the financial sector’s future aspirations and demands.