The Oman American Business Council (OABC), in partnership with KPMG Middle East and sponsored by Takaful Oman Insurance, hosted an insightful session of its HR Community Series under the theme “The Future of Work and Workplace Trends.”
Held at the Radisson Panorama Hotel, the event brought together HR leaders, executives, and professionals from across Muscat to explore how technology and workforce transformation are shaping the modern workplace.
The session featured a presentation by Gunjan Shroff, Partner, People & Change Advisory at KPMG Middle East, who shared insights on how organizations can align technology adoption, talent strategy, and workforce design to thrive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Following the presentation, attendees participated in facilitated roundtable discussions, exchanging experiences and best practices related to HR technology, digital tools, and preparing for the future of the workplace.
“The future of work is here today, and organizations must proactively adapt,” said Gunjan Shroff, Partner at KPMG Middle East. “Balancing digital innovation with human connection is critical. Events like these allow HR leaders to collaborate and shape forward-looking strategies for sustainable growth.”
Rebecca Olson, CEO of the Oman American Business Council, emphasized the importance of collaboration through the OABC HR Community platform: “We are proud to create a space where Oman’s HR professionals and business leaders can connect, learn, and grow together. These sessions are not just about knowledge-sharing, but about building a stronger, more resilient business community. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, Takaful Oman, and to our members, whose ongoing engagement makes initiatives like this possible.”
Neelmani Bhardwaj, CEO of Takaful Oman, shared his appreciation for the partnership, saying:
“We are proud to sponsor the OABC HR Community Series, a platform that supports knowledge exchange and professional development across Oman’s business community. Takaful Oman remains committed to empowering people-focused initiatives that foster leadership, innovation, and organizational growth.”
The OABC HR Community Series, powered by Takaful Oman Insurance, continues to provide a dedicated platform for HR professionals and business leaders to explore emerging trends, share experiences, and collaborate on shaping the future of work in Oman.