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IBM Technology Day Malta will bring together senior business and technology leaders to explore how innovation is transforming organizations across Malta. The event will showcase real use cases from leading Maltese institutions, demonstrating how AI, data, and modern infrastructure are delivering tangible results. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn from international technology leaders visiting Malta, gaining fresh perspectives and insights while exchanging ideas on how to accelerate digital transformation and create new business value.

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AGENDA

09:00 | Registration and welcome coffee

09:30 | Event opening – Digital evolution in Malta
Dr. Marthese Portelli – CEO at The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry

09:45 | TD Synnex Added Value for Malta
Alex Benito – Networking & IBM Unit Director at TD Synnex

09:50 | IBM for the Technology Needs of Business
Fernando Suárez – Vice President, Select Territory and Ecosystem at IBM

10:10 | From AI Ambition to Impact: achieve Leadership in the Maltese Business Landscape
Juan Avilés – Presales Consultant at TD Synnex (with collaboration from Santiago Cantero – Data Platform Manager at IBM)

10:30 | Trends in Storage, Servers and Cloud
Juan Avilés – Presales Consultant at TD Synnex (with collaboration from Juan Carlos Sánchez – Storage Sales at IBM and Arturo Guerrero – Servers and Cloud Tech Sales at IBM)

11:00 | Coffee break

11:30 | Malta Transformation Use Cases
Malta International Airport – Intelligent Asset Management with Maximo & IBM Cloud
Andrew Portelli – Engineering and Technology Leader at MIA + Karel Zahra – Senior Solutions Architect at Enterprise MRO (with collaboration TBC from Carina Viglietti – Automation Activate Leader at IBM or from another person from eMRO)

Bank of Valletta – Applying FinOps with Cloudability
Bjorn Ekstedt – CIO at BoV + Michael Azzopardi – Technology Consulting Partner at EY (with collaboration from Carina Viglietti – Automation Activate Leader at IBM)

12:20 | Simplifying risk and regulatory compliance with a unified GRC platform
Denis Vella – Head Architect at PTL and Jonathan Gianino – BDM at PTL

12:35 | How advanced leaders can solve their technology needs
Conversation between IBM (Menicos Mavrommatis – Business Development Malta at IBM) and Partners (Vince Vella – CTO/CCO FinTech Division at Computime; David Vassallo – CTO at Cybersift; Pierre Attard – CCO at PTL; TBC at SG Solutions)

13:00 | Lunch & Networking

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SPONSORS & COLLABORATORS

SPEAKERS

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.

During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes. Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

The Epic Business panel discussion explores discussions on how organisations create high-performing environments by intentionally shaping internal culture, leadership, and people practices. 

Through practical insights and leadership perspectives, the conversation will examine how culture evolves intentionally as organisations scale, how leaders maintain trust and alignment during periods of change, and how strong internal cultures become a strategic advantage for long-term performance and resilience.

The session will combine a facilitated discussion on the topic whilst allowing participants to reflect on the practical implications for their own organisations. Attendees will be encouraged to engage in open dialogue, exchange perspectives, and pose questions during the Q&A segment, concluding with reflections on what is required to build environments where excellence can be sustained over time.

The morning programme will begin with breakfast and networking, followed by a moderated discussion and an interactive Q&A session.

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.

During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes.
Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

Businesses are undergoing a fundamental shift in how they operate, driven by the adoption and deployment of AI. Organisations are facing unprecedented challenges in processing personal data and safeguarding privacy.

Does your business process personal data through AI systems? Do you use profiling or automated decision-making in the context of recruitment and employment? Do you use biometric data? Do you deploy large language models or general-purpose AI models in conjunction with the provision of your services?

This session will guide you through the steps you need to take to ensure that your current practices, products, services, and internal procedures comply with the complex regulatory landscape that has emerged alongside the deployment and use of AI systems.

The session will address the following:

• What current and anticipated updates do you need to review and adopt internally from a privacy and data protection perspective?
• What legal bases for processing personal data do you need to consider in the context of automated decision-making, employment, the deployment of chatbots, training AI models, or the use of AI systems to render services?
• What changes or complementary requirements are mandated by EU regulation for businesses that process personal data through AI systems in order to safeguard privacy?
• Does the AI Act apply to your business? Are you a provider, deployer, importer, or distributor of AI systems, and how are these roles treated in the context of prohibited, high-risk, and other categories of AI systems?
• How is the EU AI Act, which is likely to become applicable in August 2026, likely to shape personal data processing activities, data governance, and security?
• What changes are anticipated with the introduction of the recently announced Digital Omnibus Package?

Join us for a 1.5hour session addressing these issues from an EU legal perspective, with a focus on the requirements under the GDPR and the AI Act. The aim is to equip organisations with sound practices for processing personal data through AI-powered systems and technologies, whilst preserving privacy and trust.

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.

During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes.
Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

The Malta Chamber Annual General Meeting aims to review our milestones from the previous year and outline our strategic vision for the year ahead.

This meeting serves as a vital forum for member participation and collective decision-making. We look forward to your presence as we shape the future of our community together.

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.

During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes.
Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

FULLY BOOKED

The Malta Chamber, in collaboration with the Gozo Business Chamber, is organising an information session to help Gozitan entrepreneurs, managers, and employers understand how sustainability can be a key driver of growth and efficiency. This interactive session is tailored for local businesses and will highlight practical, actionable strategies to cut costs and leverage emerging opportunities in the circular economy and the green transition. The session will also provide information on available funding to help enterprises adopt more sustainable practices.

AGENDA

09:30 | Coffee & Registration

10:00 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
Mr William Spiteri Bailey, President, The Malta Chamber
Mr Michael Galea, President, Gozo Business Chamber
Mr Ivan Falzon, CEO, Gozo Regional Development Authority (GRDA)

10:15 | Energy & Water Sustainability for Enterprises
Mr Mark Anthony Callus, Policy Officer, Energy & Water Agency
Mr Matthias Agius, Policy Officer, Energy & Water Agency

11:00 | Coffee Break

11:30 | Sustainable benefits and opportunities: available EU and National Schemes for Businesses
Ms Alison Mizzi, Director – Advisory Service, EMCS

12:30 – Networking Lunch

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.

During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes. Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

The Executive Business Breakfast & Book Presentation provides an opportunity for executives, senior leaders, business owners and continuous improvement professionals to reflect on The KAIZEN™ Culture Paradox – “The Road That Got Us Here” and to examine why culture remains the decisive factor in sustaining continuous improvement.

Many organisations invest significantly in improvement programmes, operational excellence initiatives and transformation projects, yet struggle to achieve lasting impact when the underlying culture does not evolve. This session will explore the relationship between culture and performance, highlighting why behavioural norms, leadership habits and day-to-day management practices ultimately determine whether improvement is embedded or short-lived.

The session combines a structured book presentation with facilitated discussion, enabling participants to consider practical implications for their own organisations. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in open dialogue, share perspectives and raise questions during the Q&A segment, concluding with reflections on what it takes to build an environment where excellence can endure.

The morning programme includes breakfast and networking, followed by the book presentation and discussion, Q&A and closing reflections.

Programme:

• 08:30 – 09:00 | Breakfast & Networking
• 09:00 – 10:00 | Book Presentation & Discussion
• 10:00 – 10:15 | Q&A
• 10:15 – 10:30 | Closing Reflections – “The Road That Got Us Here”

This training provides a practical overview of financial sanctions and their impact on day-to-day operations. It will outline the legal obligations arising from EU and UN sanctions regimes as implemented in Malta, explain the roles and responsibilities of businesses and senior management, and highlight key compliance risks, including exposure through customers, suppliers, payments, and beneficial ownership structures. The session will also address the consequences of non-compliance and offer practical guidance on implementing effective sanctions screening and controls proportionate to business size and risk.

Speaker’s Bio:

Diane is a senior Associate at Camilleri Preziosi. Her principal role is advising clients on their obligations and compliance with Anti-Financial Crime obligations; and compliance with other regulatory obligations in the wider Financial services sphere. She has assisted a number of assignments in advising clients subject to regulatory investigations; as well appeals against regulatory decisions.

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy. During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes. Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

FULLY BOOKED

The European Commission have confirmed that deadlines have not shifted. By 7 June 2026, all businesses will be expected to identify categories of work of equal value in order to be ready for individual data requests. With extensive preparations required, taking practical steps has become a matter of urgency.

Join us for a practical walkthrough of how to design, refine and implement the systems and practices required, and listen to the experience of practitioners who’ve been through the process and who have identified legal and technical pitfalls to watch out for.

Prices:
Members of The Malta Chamber – Eur45+VAT
Non-Members of The Malta Chamber – Eur95+VAT

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy. During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes. Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.

This practical session is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage founders turn ideas into clear, workable business plans — without the fluff.

The event begins with a short keynote challenging traditional business planning and explaining why clarity beats complexity. Participants will then be guided step-by-step through the Lean Model Canvas, a one-page framework used to map out a business idea quickly and effectively.

Led by a moderator in a collaborative group setting, the session will be hands-on and beginner-friendly. Attendees will leave with a completed first draft of their own Lean Model Canvas, clearer assumptions, and actionable next steps to move their idea forward.

No prior experience required – just bring your idea.

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The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry (The Malta Chamber) is committed to protect the privacy of individuals who communicate with it, use its services, visit its website, and who make use of its online facilities. In this regard, any personal data submitted with this registration will be processed according to our Privacy Policy. During the event, photos will be taken which will be used for marketing purposes. Kindly inform us on info@maltachamber.org.mt if you do not wish to feature in any marketing activities.