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Doha, Qatar 2024 3rd - 7th November Innovative Registries – Business Enablers of the Future The conference centred on the pivotal role of registries in enabling business growth and development in the context of evolving economic and technological landscapes. Discussions focused on emerging technologies such as Distributed Ledger Technology and Artificial Intelligence, digitisation, data utilisation, and cross-border cooperation among registries. Participants explored how innovative registries are leveraging blockchain for tamper-proof, transparent records, and using smart contracts to automate transactions and reduce costs. Artificial Intelligence was highlighted for its capacity to enhance registry systems with predictive analytics and improved data management. Digital identity solutions were also showcased for their role in secure authentication and fraud prevention. The importance of global interoperability and advanced ESG reporting in supporting corporate accountability and sustainability was emphasised. These technological advancements are streamlining registry operations, minimising bureaucratic overhead, and building trust—creating a more supportive environment for entrepreneurship, investment, and regulatory compliance. Throughout the week, attendees gained valuable insights into how these innovations are shaping the future of business, driving economic progress, and fostering a more efficient and interconnected global market. CRF Qatar 2024 delivered meaningful networking opportunities and practical strategies to advance corporate governance and business facilitation worldwide. Highlights included: Insightful presentations, panel discussions, and breakout sessions with leading industry experts. A deep dive into the economic and technological trends reshaping the registry landscape. Exploration of emerging technologies for improving registry efficiency and business environments. Strategic discussions on promoting entrepreneurship, investment, and regulatory compliance. Networking with peers and thought leaders in corporate governance and registry innovation. The event reaffirmed the vital role registries play in modern economies and their ongoing transformation as key enablers of future business success. HOSTED BY: Qatar Financial Centre Past Conferences Select a Year

CRF conferences provide a vital platform for members to exchange knowledge, explore emerging issues, and discuss innovations in relating to corporate registries - strengthening both local systems and global connections. CORPORATE REGISTERS FORUM – 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE CRF CONFERENCE SINGAPORE 2026 16-20 November Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore The conference, themed "Future-Ready Business Registries: Next Generation Transformation”, brings together registry leaders, regulatory experts, and business facilitators to explore the latest developments and innovations in service, data and compliance. REGISTER NOW Past Conferences Select a Year

Helen Tang representing Hong Kong, China Helen Tang Treasurer REPRESENTING: Hong Kong, China Companies Registry Before assuming the Post of the Registrar of Companies in July 2022, Miss Helen Tang served in various policy bureaux and departments of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, including the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, the former Home Affairs Bureau, the Government Logistics Department, the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, the Labour and Welfare Bureau, the Department of Health, the former Commerce, Industry and Technology Bureau, the former Information Technology and Broadcasting Bureau, the former Television and Entertainment Licensing Authority, the former Health and Welfare Branch, the former Civil Service Branch and the former City and New Territories Administration. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Dr Geraldine Spiteri Lucas representing Malta Dr Geraldine Spiteri Lucas President, and Executive Member - Europe Region, and 2023 Conference Director REPRESENTING: Malta Malta Business Registry Geraldine Spiteri Lucas is a lawyer by profession who acquired a Doctor of Laws from the University of Malta and a warrant to practice in Maltese Courts. She also read a Masters Degree in European Studies and Comparative Law. Geraldine was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Malta Business Registry and Registrar in 2021. Previously to her appointment, she used to head the Legal and Enforcement Unit of the said entity and oversaw its overall function. She also worked for several years in the private sector with a leading Maltese law firm. She is also a member of the board of examiners for the department of Commercial Law of the University of Malta. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Rory Voller representing South Africa Rory Voller Executive Committee REPRESENTING: South Africa Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) Advocate Rory Voller is the Cabinet-appointed Commissioner of the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) of South Africa. He was a member of the legislative drafting team for both the New South African Companies Act and the Regulations, the Companies Amendment Act as well as the Intellectual Property Amendment Act on Traditional Knowledge. He is a panel member on the Take-Over Regulation Panel (TRP) on Mergers and Acquisitions, a board member on the Anti- Money Laundering council, a member of the Financial Reporting Standards Council and the Ministerial Specialist Committee member of the Company law and Intellectual Property law committees. He is also appointed to the King Committee on Corporate Governance. He has also been elected for a second term 2019 to the Executive Committee of the Corporate Registers Forum, a body of Global Company Registrars. As Head of the Intellectual Property Office of South Africa, Adv Voller also sits on the BRICS Heads of IP offices Committee made up of Brazil, Russia, India and China. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Prabha Chinien representing Mauritius Prabha Chinien Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Mauritius Corporate and Business Registration Department Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Anil Kumar representing India Anil Kumar Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: India Ministry of Corporate Affairs Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Michael Brosnahan representing New Zealand Michael Brosnahan CRF Secretary 2011-2021 REPRESENTING: New Zealand Companies Office Since 2005 Michael has been the Registry Services Manager at the New Zealand Companies Office. Between 1993 and 2005, Michael held the position of ICT General Operations Manager for the Ministry of Economic Development. Within the Companies Office, Michael is responsible for the delivery of all New Zealand Companies Office services mainly through electronic systems and the internet for registers relating to Companies, Personal Properties Securities, Superannuation Funds, Incorporated Societies, Building Societies, Charitable Trusts, Unit Trusts, Friendly Societies Motor Vehicles Traders and Credit Unions. Michael also oversees the New Zealand Companies Office international registry reform projects within developing countries, working extensively in the Pacific region and in Africa. Michael held the executive position of Secretariat for the Corporate Registers Forum (CRF) from 2011-2021. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Rosanne Bell representing Australia Rosanne Bell Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Australia Australian Registry Business Services Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Rashid Malik representing Pakistan Rashid Malik Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Pakistan Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Hamad Al Neaimi representing United Arab Emirates Hamad Al Neaimi Executive Committee Member and Conference President REPRESENTING: Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Justin Hygate representing New Zealand Justin Hygate CRF Secretary 2003 -2011 REPRESENTING: New Zealand Companies Office Justin Hygate formerly held the role of Group Manager Business Registries with the New Zealand Companies Office. In that role Justin was privileged to attend the International Association for Commercial Administrations (www.iaca.org ) in 2000 and 2002. Justin recognised the need for a meeting of common law jurisdictions to promote the development of registries and their role across the Commonwealth. Justin was responsible for convening and hosting the first ever meeting of the then Asia Pacific Corporate Registers Forum in Auckland in 2003. The meeting was a success and in 2005 a second meeting was hosted in Australia. Justin assumed the role of Secretary for the CRF until leaving government service in 2011. Justin remains active in the registry community as a consultant with a registry software vendor. Justin has only missed one CRF (Brazil) since its inception. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni