Program: Week at a Glance

Conference Main Stage Opening

Welcome & Introductions

United Arabic Emirates Minister of Economy Keynote

Mr. R Bandyopadhyay,
Former Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs & Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) Govt. Of India

XBRL International Chairman of the Board
Mrs. Arleen Thomas

XBRL 24 provides three high level Symposia which will focus on current trends in Capital Markets, Banking and Corporate filer business information management processes.  For those who are interested in XBRL specification details the program offers an open forum with the authors of the specification entitled “Ask the Experts”

"Improving Access and Reuse of Disclosures for Regulated Securities"
Facilitator:  Ryan Lemand, Emirates Securities & Commodities Authority

Discussion of how structured disclosures enhance communication and analysis in capital markets.   

“Enhancing Risk Assessment Processes in the Banking Sector”
Facilitators:  Derek DeBrandt, XBRL Europe & Yoshiaki Wada, NTT Data 

Discussion of trends in banking risk assessment enabled by structured information and the application of dynamic business rules.

“Benefits of Standardization for Filers and their Stakeholders”
Facilitator:  Mike Willis, PwC

 Learn company practices in utilizing structured disclosures to enhance internal processes and external communications.

“Ask the Technical Experts”

Forum for technical interactions- Specification, Taxonomies, Abstract Model, Comparability, and more.

Conference Luncheon & VIP Luncheon

Meet the Exhibitor Tours and Change break

Special Event

Tourist activities & Gala Dinner sponsored by:  Abu Dhabi Tourism
Heritage Village
(http://mice.visitabudhabi.ae/main.aspx?section=Venues%20With%20A%20Difference&category=Heritage%20Village)

“Project Implementation Workshop”
(2 day session)
Program Developer:  Eric E. Cohen, PwC
Co-Chair:  Josef Macdonald & Bas Groenveld, Deloitte

Attendees will receive step by step instruction on implementing XBRL from building a case for electronic reporting to achieving the result of available, accurate and reusable information.

“Hands on Drill Down”
(2 day session)
Co-Chair:  Dan Grocott, Deloitte & Kyle Lamb, E&Y

Just Do It!  In this session attendees will have an opportunity to use a selection of tools that are available for implementing and creating XBRL based solutions. Presented by consultants and vendors with software provided by XBRL24 Conference Sponsors.

“XBRL, the Specification and its Evolution”
(1 day session Wed Only)
Co-Chair:  Herm Fischer, MarkV & Maciej Piechocki, cundus AG

For the technology focused attendee, the XBRL International Standards Board and Working Group Experts will provide in depth presentations on the work being performed on the specification and its modules, the Abstract Model, Comparability and API Signatures.  Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the latest news directly from the experts.

“ORSA, Solvency II and the XBRL Implications”
(1/2 day session Wed AM Only)
Chair:  John Dill, Bermuda Monetory Authority
 

Attendees will learn how XBRL is being used in Solvency II Risk Assessment and ORSA. The Bermuda Monetory Authority and the Open Compliance and Ethics Group, have been working on an extension to the Solvency II taxonomy that will cover the pillar 2 – ORSA. The qualitative ORSA principles overlap insurance, banking and regulatory oversight in general, however, Solvency II principles are a critical aspect and the next “big thing” to be addressed. Don't miss this comprehensive,enlightening program.“Innovative uses of XBRL”
 

“Assurance”
(1/2 day session Wed PM Only)
Chair:  Amy Pawlicki, AICPA

Attendees will receive  a comprehensive view of the international trends related to independent assurance of structured disclosures. 

"Innovative Uses of XBRL"
(3/4 day session Thurs )
Co-Chair:  Emily Huang, Rivet Software & Brad Monterio, ColcomGroup

Electronic Reporting is being implemented extensively in non-traditional domains for example in the areas of Insurance, Integrated Reporting and Healthcare. Attend this session and hear how electronic reporting is expanding its footprint in non-financial reporting domains.

“Academic Research & Insight”
(1 day session Thursday only)
Co-Chair:  Glen Gray, Cal State Univ. & Michael Alles, Rutgers Business School
Attendees of this session will learn of recent results from academic research projects as well as needs assessment and be welcomed to provide feedback.  This will, in turn through the academic contingent, inform the broader XBRL community of research results and trends.

“Taxonomy Summit”
(1 day session Thursday only)
Co-Chair:  Olivier Servais, IFRS Foundation & Louis Matherne, FASB

(1 day Special Interest session Thurs Only)
The taxonomy summit will bring together authors of major XBRL taxonomies to discuss a range of topics such as architectural frameworks, version management, filer and vendor communication and validation mechanisms. This is the first such summit and is intended to lay the groundwork for XII lead collaboration and coordination between taxonomy efforts worldwide. 

Registration/Help Desk

The Registration/HelpDesk will be open daily from 07:30 to 18:00. 

Please come to the registration desk first to sign in and receive your conference badge and materials.

Conference staff will be available daily to answer your questions and assist you throughout the conference. 

Any last minute changes to the program that arise will be available at the registration table. 

Online Pre-registration is required to ensure a quick and stress-free registration experience for all.  

Conference Program Schedule

The Conference will begin each day promptly at 09:00 following a breakfast buffet in the Foyer.

First-timers Session

XBRL International will provide an “Introduction to XBRL” on Tuesday morning from 07:45-08:45.

Main Stage & Symposia

It is important that attendees take their seats between 08:45 and 08:55 to ensure that our honoured keynote speakers are permitted to begin on time. There will be approximately 10 minutes travel time between the Main Stage and Symposia programs to allow for smooth transition and accurate start times.

Track Sessions

Out of respect for the presenters who have so generously agreed to share their expertise please be in your seats prior to the start time for each session.  5 minute travel time is incorporated into the schedule to allow for time to change tracks between sessions, if you desire.

Conference Sponsors Exhibition Hall

Exhibitions and demonstrations will be open each day from 7:45 am to 6:00 pm.

Docents will be available on site to provide introductions/tours of the Exhibition area throughout the conference. 

Ample time will be provided each day to visit with the knowledgeable staff in the exhibit area. 

Please take time to learn about the new time and money saving advancements available to you and your organisation.

To inquire about available sponsorship opportunities, email: conference@xbrl.org

Conference Meals

Breakfast Buffet 07:45-8:50 Daily in Exhibition Area

Conference Luncheons will be provide each day from 12:30 – 14:00 in the Exhibition Area

30 Minute Refreshment Breaks will be provide in the Exhibition area daily at 10:30 and 3:30

The Gala dinner will be held on Tuesday evening. 

A light fare reception will be held early on Wednesday evening, there will not be an organized dinner giving conference attendees an opportunity to schedule client meetings, networking dinners, or to take in the sights of Abu Dhabi.