Driving change through transformation
The Deloitte Annual Forum is an invite-only experience for executive leaders navigating a course from vision to value.
By attending you’ll connect with an array of business leaders driving real change across their organisations, seeking to unlock the power collaboration.
For more information contact our team.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sessions
Speakers and panellists
Delegates in attendance
Meet the speakers
2026 promises to be a year of significant opportunity. At the Deloitte Annual Forum, our distinguished speakers share forward-looking insights and practical perspectives, equipping leaders with the confidence and capabilities to drive meaningful, sustainable impact.
Nick Captur
Dr. Stephanie Fabri
Dr. Patrick Sammut
Alexiei Dingli
Peter-Jan Grech
Jonathan Mizzi
Pierre Mallia
Jason Gordon
Michael Farrugia
Rachel Zarb Cousin
Brendan Hall
Programme of events at the Deloitte Annual Forum 2026
A day of inspiring insights as Deloitte leaders and guest speakers take to the stage hosting interactive presentations, informative discussions and fireside chats on key topics, and more.
Session 1 | Tomorrow’s challenges
Explore Malta’s economic future in this dynamic session highlighting current macroeconomic trends. This session will conclude with a keynote address showcasing how digital twins can support national development, enhance infrastructure planning, and unlock new economic opportunities for Malta.
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09.45 | Economic overview
Nick Captur – Deloitte Malta
10.00 | Preparing today’s economy for tomorrow’s needs
Panel discussion with:
Dr. Stephanie Fabri – Economist
Dr. Patrick Sammut – President of Medical Association of MaltaProf. Alexiei Dingli – Professor of Applied Artificial Intelligence
Moderated by:
Peter-Jan Grech - CEOand Founder of BRND WGN
10:45 | Digital twins: Seeing the truth, building trust
Jonathan Mizzi – Founder, Mizzi Studio
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Session 2 | Innovation in action
The session will offer a technologist’s perspective on rethinking the workforce in an unpredictable, AI-powered world, exploring how organisations can adapt talent strategies, build new capabilities, and remain resilient as AI reshapes roles and ways of working. Jason Gordon, who leads Deloitte’s long-standing partnership with McLaren Racing, will delve into how organisations can achieve remarkable transformation and become industry leaders by combining technology, data-driven insights, and a high-performance culture.
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11.45 | Rethinking the workforce in an unpredictable AI-powered world: A technologist's perspective
Pierre Mallia - Deloitte Malta
12.15 | Transformation on the track: Lessons from world champions
Jason Gordon – Deloitte UK
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Session 3 | Succession: Legacy to vision
After a lifetime as an apprentice, Michael Farrugia is now poised to take the reins and write a new chapter in the history of one of Malta’s most prestigious family businesses. Listen in as we explore with him his thoughts as he embarks upon this exciting journey.
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12.50 | Assuming leadership of a 3rd generation family business
Fireside chat with: Michael Farrugia – CEO Designate and Executive Director of Simonds Farsons Cisk plc
Moderated by: Rachel Zarb Cousin – Deloitte Malta
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Session 4 | From the Sea to the C-suite
An award-winning speaker and leadership expert, Brendan will reveal how to unlock team resilience, foster collaboration, and lead with ownership to emerge stronger from adversity and change. Through inspiring stories and practical insights, this session will equip you to build high-performance cultures that thrive in today’s dynamic world.
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13.15 | Emerging stronger from adversity and change
Brendan Hall – Round the World Yacht Race winning skipper
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Why attend the Deloitte Annual Forum?
Exclusive event for leaders re-shaping the Maltese economy
Immerse in curated content to inspire your journey from vision to value
Broaden your horizons by networking with cross-industry peers
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Gain valuable insights on building resilient teams
Learn from Deloitte’s tech leaders about the innovations driving transformation
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Key moments from Deloitte Annual Forum 2025
From international keynote speakers to panels, workshops and more—what an incredible #DeloitteAnnualForum25!
Here's a look back at highlights from Deloitte Malta’s Annual Forum, themed "Forward-Focused," held on 24 January 2025.
The event brought together over 150 delegates from various industries and business sectors, delivering a wealth of unique insights.
Delegates shared highlights from past editions
"The topics around AI were very relevant and it was done in a way not to scare people but rather to present the opportunities. You made us reflect upon a lot of the important factors which all companies in Malta will be facing in 2024, and you did it in a very fun and engaging way."
Geoffrey Fitche – CEO, HSBC Malta
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"Very good insights into the current intakes of the business world especially in AI and the way forward to plan the vision for2050"
Stephen Borg - Group Financial Director, Vassallo Group
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“We will be going home with great tools to combat change, to continue the transformations that is needed in the world today.”
Natalie Briffa Farrugia – Chairperson, Vassallo Group
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"I found today’s speakers very engaging and the content was really inspiring."
Kate Decesare - Chief Sustainability Officer, Eden Leisure Group
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“We spoke about complacency, we spoke about the status quo, we spoke about challenges, and we spoke about disruption. All the experiences that you managed to bring into this event were fabulous.”
Franco Azzopardi – CEO, JD Capital PLC
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