THE GATE SUMMIT ABU DHABI
Global Accounting, Taxation & E-Invoicing
30th June 2026
Conrad Abu Dhabi,
Etihad Towers
Driving the Future of Tax, E-Invoicing & AI-Powered Compliance
About the Summit
The 4th Edition of The GATE Summit Abu Dhabi 2026 arrives at a defining moment as the UAE accelerates toward a fully digital tax and compliance ecosystem. With the UAE E-Invoicing Mandate beginning its voluntary pilot phase from October 2026 and phased mandatory rollout expected from early 2027, organizations across the region are preparing for a new era of intelligent compliance, AI-powered tax operations, and real-time reporting.
Hosted at the iconic Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, this premier summit brings together CFOs, Tax Directors, Heads of Compliance, Government Regulators (FTA/MoF), ERP & FinTech Leaders, and Policy Shapers from across GCC and MENA.
Why Attend?
Stay Ahead of Compliance Mandate
Navigate UAE Corporate Tax Year 2, GCC VAT, ZATCA, and FTA updates.
Master Digital Transformation
Learn ERP + tax engine integration, AI adoption, and automation strategies.
Direct Access to Regulators
Engage with the decision-makers shaping policies.
Future-Proof Your Strategy
Discover blockchain, digital identity, and e-signature adoption.
Elite Networking
Connect with CFOs, regulators, and technology innovators.
Agenda at a Glance
Morning Sessions
- UAE Tax Transformation 2026 – Vision for E-Invoicing & Digital Compliance
- Corporate Tax Landscape Maturity in the UAE
- Choosing the Right Accredited Service Provider (ASP)
Midday Sessions
- AI & Automation in Tax Operations
- Transfer Pricing & Pillar Two
- Governance, Risk, Technology & International Taxation
Afternoon Sessions
- The CFO’s Playbook – Driving Digital Finance Transformation
- The Road to 2030 – UAE’s Vision for Intelligent Tax Ecosystem
- UAE E-Invoicing Readiness Workshop 2026
Speakers
To Be Announced
Nitin Agarwal
Tax Director
Majid Al Futtaim
Rahul Dinodia
Head of Group tax | Group Finance
Al Naboodah
Muhammad Khalid Iqtadar Ahmed Sheikh
Chief Compliance Officer
Ajman Bank
Tapan Gandhi
Director – Taxation
Confidential
Muhammad Rashid
Group Chief Compliance & Risk Officer
Jingle Pay
Qasi Hafeez
Director of Finance & Taxation – Middle East, North Africa & Asia Pacific
Stratum Reservoir
Mousam Kothari
Group Tax Lead
Fertiglobe
Seema Sharma
Group Head of Tax and ESG
Network International
Amar Mehra
Head of Tax
Kaplan Middle East and North Africa
Ali Asgar
Group Taxation Manager
Dubai Cable Company – Ducab
Prashant Nathvani
AVP Finance Business Partner
Network International
Muhammad Hussain Shaikh
Tax Manager
Confidential
Haroon Rasheed
Group Tax Manager
Ali & Sons Holding LLC
Huzefa Budhawala
Group Tax Manager
AlFahim
Elisa Maria Del Palacio Acosta
Senior Group Tax Manager
Confidential
C.A. Krishnan Narayanan Venkat
Ex-Chairman
ICAI – Abu Dhabi Chapter
CA Priyanka Birla
Asst Vice President – Financial Planning & Analysis
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Rakesh Ramachandran
Partner – Transfer Pricing
UHY James
Elisa Maria Del Palacio Acosta
Senior Group Tax Manager
Confidential
Asiya Zargar
Group Head of Tax
Mantrac
Anil Bahl
Senior Partner-Indirect Taxes
Moore Global JFC
Rakesh Jain
Partner & Co-Founder
BCL Globiz
Preeti Ambwani
Global Head of Tax
NMDC Group
Ravishanker V
Partner – Taxation
Kreston Menon
Mithilesh Reddy
Transfer Pricing Specialist
Kreston Menon
Harsh Kedia
Head of Tax
United Arab Bank
Muhammad Yasir Gondal
Head of Accounts and Tax Compliance
HE Holding LLC
Ekansh Agrawal
Founder & CEO
ScaleX Tax
Mohamed Karaa
Group CFO
Control Contracting and Trading Company
Naveen Sharma
Director – Internal Audit & Taxation
Oasis Investment Company (Al Shirawi Group)
Nimish Makvana
Co-founder & President
Taxation Society
Paresh Bafna
Co-Founder and CEO
COVORO
Tushar Gupta
Head of Compliance & Strategy
Suntech Business Solutions FZCO
Aamer Sikandar
Business Owner
ASK-CA Auditing of Accounts
Malav Dalwadi
Director
Microvista Technologies LLC
Dhakshay B Chandran
Cheif Executive Officer
ADS International Auditors LLC
Why Sponsor the GATE Summit Abu Dhabi 2026?
Sponsorship at GATE Abu Dhabi means influence, not just visibility. Your brand will:
Lead conversations on tax, compliance, and AI transformation
Showcase your expertise by joining key discussions, panels, or presentations that drive thought leadership in tax policy, regulatory compliance, and the role of AI in finance transformation.
Gain direct access to CFOs, regulators, and decision-makers
Connect directly with influential CFOs, tax authorities, and senior decision-makers, creating opportunities for strategic partnerships, business deals, and industry influence.
Be featured in digital campaigns, media coverage, and live-stream content
Amplify your brand presence through targeted digital campaigns, extensive media coverage, and live-streamed content, ensuring visibility before, during, and after the event to a global audience.
Showcase innovations in the GATE Expo Zone
Present your cutting-edge solutions in a hands-on environment where industry leaders can experience live demos, explore your tech innovations, and engage directly with your team.
Partners
Patron Partner
Gold Partners
Silver Partners
Tax Innovation Partner
Tax Advisory Partner
Expense Management Partner
Audit & Assurance Partner
Official Valuation Partner
Exhibiting Partner
Strategic Networking Partner
Knowledge Partner
Media Partners
To Be Announced
Expo Zone
Live demos of ERP and tax tech solutions.
Hands-on sessions with AI-powered compliance platforms.
Product showcases that connect technology providers directly with CFOs and tax leaders ready to buy.
THE GATE IMPACT HONOURS 2026
Recognising the Architects of Tax, Compliance & Digital Finance Transformation
The future of tax, compliance, and digital finance is not shaped by regulation alone — it is built by leaders who translate policy into performance, data into intelligence, and compliance into competitive advantage.
THE GATE IMPACT HONOURS 2026, hosted at GATE Summit Abu Dhabi, is a premier recognition platform celebrating the individuals, enterprises, and solution providers driving real, measurable transformation across the UAE and global markets.
This is not a popularity contest. This is recognition for impact, execution, governance maturity, and leadership that stands up to enterprise and regulatory scrutiny.
Who Can Be Nominated?
WHY THE GATE IMPACT HONOURS MATTER
As the UAE accelerates through Corporate Tax evolution, e-Invoicing mandates, Global Minimum Tax (Pillar Two), digital audits, and AI-led compliance, organisations are under pressure to move faster — and smarter.
The GATE Impact Honours spotlight:
- Leaders driving enterprise-scale tax and compliance transformation
- Organisations delivering audit-ready, future-proof frameworks
- Innovators enabling automation, intelligence, and trust
- Decision-makers turning regulation into strategic advantage
- Being recognised at GATE sends a powerful signal to boards, regulators, partners, and global stakeholders.
WHO SHOULD NOMINATE
Nominations are open to:
- CFOs, Tax Directors & Finance Leaders
- Heads of Tax, Transfer Pricing, VAT & Compliance
- Digital Finance, ERP & Transformation Leaders
- Multinational Enterprises & Regional HQs
- Advisory, TaxTech, RegTech & ERP Solution Providers
- Consulting, Audit & Professional Services Firms
WHAT MAKES THESE HONOURS DIFFERENT
- Impact-driven, not title-based
- Execution-focused, not theoretical
- Enterprise relevance over marketing narratives
- Jury-led and credibility-first
- High-visibility recognition at a senior leadership forum
- Each honour reflects outcomes that matter, governance strength, compliance resilience, operational excellence, and digital maturity.
Award Categories
INDUSTRY DELEGATE / ENTERPRISE LEADERS CATEGORIES
Tax Transformation Leader of the Year
CFO Impact Leader – From Compliance to Strategy
Transfer Pricing Excellence Award
Pillar Two Readiness Champion
e-Invoicing & Digital Compliance Leader
Corporate Tax Governance Excellence Award
Finance Digital Transformation Leader
VAT & Indirect Tax Impact Award
Data-Driven Tax Intelligence Leader
Regional HQ Compliance Leadership Award (UAE/GCC)
INDUSTRY SPONSOR / SOLUTION PROVIDER CATEGORIES
Tax Technology Innovator of the Year
e-Invoicing Solution Excellence Award
Pillar Two Enablement Partner of the Year
Transfer Pricing Advisory Excellence Award
ERP & Finance Transformation Partner of the Year
AI-Powered Compliance Innovation Award
Cybersecurity & Data Protection Excellence Award
RegTech Solution of the Year
Global Advisory Firm Impact Award
Trusted Compliance Partner of the Year
THE MOMENT OF RECOGNITION
The GATE Impact Honours 2026 will be presented live on stage at GATE Summit Abu Dhabi, before an elite audience.
- NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
- Nomination Deadline: 23rd June 2026
- Limited Honours | High Prestige
Nominate now and take your place among the Architects of Transformation.
It is a moment of recognition — and a statement of leadership.
