FII Institute 8th Edition – "Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow"

From October 29-31, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, played host to the 8th Edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, under the Royal Patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. The conference brought together a distinguished gathering of global leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers, united under the theme “Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow.”

The event delved into transformative discussions on how strategic investments can unlock opportunities for a sustainable and prosperous future, with sessions spanning technology, AI, sustainability, geoeconomics, and more.

Valor Capital Group was honored to participate in this remarkable event. Managing Partner and Vice Chairman, Dan Schulman, took the stage twice to share his insights on the evolving investment landscape. Founding Partners Scott Sobel and Ambassador Clifford Sobel also engaged in impactful conversations with peers, partners, and leaders from across the Middle East.

One of the highlights was Dan Schulman’s participation in the Board of Changemakers on Technology & Innovation panel. Joined by influential leaders, including Marcelo Claure (Founder & CEO, Claure Group; Group Vice Chairman, SHEIN), Alex Clavel (Co-CEO, SoftBank Vision Funds), Hani Enaya (CIO, Sanabil Investments), Antonio J. Gracias (Founder, CEO & CIO, Valor Equity Partners), Vineet Mittal (Chairman, Avaada Group), Robert Smith (Founder, Chairman & CEO, Vista Equity Partners), and Julie Sweet (Chair & CEO, Accenture), the panel explored the immense potential of AI to generate up to $10.3 trillion in economic value by 2038. This session emphasized the importance of developing AI responsibly to ensure equitable benefits across society.

Insights and Future Prospects

Throughout the week, our team engaged in invaluable discussions with global stakeholders on the future of innovation, cross-border collaboration, and the dynamic role of technology in shaping the investment landscape. The conversations reaffirmed our shared commitment to fostering innovation and growth while responsibly navigating the complexities of emerging technologies.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the FII Institute for organizing this extraordinary conference and to the global community of leaders and innovators who participated. Riyadh and Saudi Arabia left a lasting impression with their forward-thinking advancements, infrastructure, and vision for the future.

As we reflect on the insights gained and connections forged, we remain dedicated to shaping the global investment landscape and embracing the infinite horizons ahead.