Training ROI Conference
مؤتمر العائد على الاستثمار في التدريب

4-5 February 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton, Financial District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Featured Speakers

Waseem Sulaiman

Senior principal consultant at DEVOTEAM

Maximizing Business Impact through Training Alignment

Islam Yousry

Head of Research and Strategy at GoldinKollar

Training as an employee retention strategy

Salman Alanazi

Human Capital Director at National Centre for Waste Management

Linking Training to Business Outcomes

Conference Overview
The Training ROI Conference is the first-of-its-kind event in the Kingdom focused entirely on measuring, maximizing, and demonstrating the return on investment in training and development initiatives. As Saudi Arabia moves towards performance-based budgeting and efficiency under Vision 2030, training departments are now expected to show tangible value for learning and development spending.This conference brings together HR, L&D, Finance, and Strategy professionals from government and private sectors to explore frameworks, tools, and real-life success stories for evaluating the true impact of training.

Conference Objectives
The Training ROI Conference is designed to serve as Saudi Arabia’s premier forum dedicated exclusively to evaluating, demonstrating, and maximizing the Return on Investment (ROI) in training and development programs. Its main objectives are to:
  • Promote a performance-driven approach to training initiatives across government and corporate sectors.
  • Showcase internationally recognized ROI models, including the Phillips ROI Methodology®.
  • Provide tools and frameworks for quantifying training outcomes in financial and non-financial terms.
  • Facilitate knowledge exchange between L&D, HR, finance, and strategy professionals.
  • Support Vision 2030 goals by aligning training investment with measurable results and national transformation priorities.
Target Audience
Who Should Attend?
This is a specialized conference, ideal for professionals responsible for training performance, impact, and efficiency, including:
  • HR and L&D Leaders: Directors, Managers, and Specialists responsible for training outcomes.
  • Finance & Budget Officers: Those assessing ROI or managing training budgets.
  • Strategy & Planning Executives: Ensuring organizational investments align with measurable results.
  • Government Human Capital Teams: Especially in ministries, authorities, and public entities.
  • Corporate Learning Managers & Consultants: Interested in evaluating and communicating the business value of training.
  • Internal Audit & Compliance Professionals: Overseeing training efficiency and performance metrics
Why Attend?
  • Learn how to calculate and present the ROI of your training programs using proven methodologies.
  • Discover how leading organizations in Saudi Arabia and globally measure training success and justify budgets.
  • Gain access to practical tools, dashboards, and KPIs to track the impact of training on job performance and organizational outcomes.
  • Connect with experts and peers through interactive panels, workshops, and real-world case studies.
  • Ensure your learning and development efforts are aligned with strategic goals and financially accountable.

Speaker Registration

We invite thought leaders, L&D professionals, training managers, financial analysts, academic researchers, and public sector officials to submit proposals to speak at the Training ROI Conference. Whether you have a proven methodology, a compelling case study, or strategic insights on linking training with performance, your voice is welcome. Share your experience and contribute to shaping the future of results-driven learning in Saudi Arabia.

Key Themes & Topics
  • The Strategic Importance of Training ROI: Understanding the business case for measuring learning effectiveness and its role in organizational performance.
  • The Phillips ROI Methodology®: A step-by-step guide to evaluating training outcomes across five levels, with a focus on Level 5 – Return on Investment.
  • From Learning to Impact: Metrics that Matter: Identifying the right KPIs to measure behavioral change, knowledge retention, and performance improvement.
  • Linking Training to Business Outcomes: How to align training programs with strategic goals and demonstrate measurable contributions to the bottom line.
  • Calculating ROI: Financial Models & Case Examples: Practical methods for quantifying the financial return of training initiatives using real organizational examples.
  • ROE – Return on Expectations: Measuring success beyond numbers by capturing qualitative outcomes and stakeholder expectations.
  • Leveraging Technology for ROI Tracking: Using Learning Management Systems (LMS), AI, and data analytics to monitor, evaluate, and report on training performance.
  • Overcoming ROI Measurement Challenges: Dealing with intangible outcomes, isolated variables, and organizational resistance to measurement.
  • ROI in Government and Public Sector Training: Applying ROI principles in large-scale national workforce development programs and public sector initiatives.
  • Budget Justification and Efficiency: Using ROI data to defend and optimize training budgets in times of financial scrutiny.
  • Building an ROI-Focused L&D Culture: Embedding ROI thinking in learning strategies, leadership mindset, and organizational systems.
  • The Role of HR and Finance Collaboration: Integrating finance and HR perspectives to drive training investment decisions.
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Sponsorship Registration

Spnsorship Value: SAR 30,000 + VAT

Spnsorship Value: SAR 30,000 + VAT
Maximize your visibility and position your brand as a leader in the industry by joining us as an official sponsor of the conference. This sponsorship package is designed to give your organization premium exposure before, during, and after the event.

Sponsorship Benefits:
  • Speaking Opportunity: A 20-minute presentation slot during one of the conference sessions.
  • Exhibition Space: One prime location exhibition booth (3m x 2m) with a table, chairs, and power supply.
  • Logo Branding
    • Logo featured on the conference website with a clickable link
    • Logo placement on all printed materials, backdrops, and digital screens
    • Recognition as a sponsor in email campaigns and social media
  • Networking Access
    • 2 complimentary delegate passes for your team
    • Access to networking breaks to connect with senior decision-makers, buyers, and professionals
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Delegate Registration

SAR 5,000 + 15% VAT per delegate

Join us at the first conference in Saudi Arabia fully dedicated to measuring and maximizing the Return on Investment (ROI) in training and development. This is a must-attend forum for professionals looking to connect training outcomes with business performance and justify the value of L&D investments.

Registration Fee
SAR 5,000 + 15% VAT per delegate

Registration Benefits:
By registering, you will receive:
  • Access to All Sessions: Attend keynote speeches, case studies, panel discussions, and breakout sessions over two full days.
  • Full Post-Event Access: Get exclusive access to recordings of all sessions and downloadable PowerPoint presentations after the event.
  • Certificate of Attendance: Official certificate issued to all participants after the conference.
  • Refreshments & Networking: Enjoy coffee breaks and networking time with speakers, sponsors, and fellow delegates.
  • Professional Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers from public and private sectors who share your interest in data-driven learning and development.
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Contact us

  • DoubleTree by Hilton, Financial District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia