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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

Neil Travell representing Qatar Neil Travell Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Qatar Financial Centre Qatar Financial Centre Companies Registration Office Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Explore our Privacy Policy for comprehensive insights on how our Association safeguards your privacy. Learn about our privacy practices today. Privacy Policy We recognise that your privacy is very important. This privacy policy covers the Corporate Registers Forum (CRF) policies on the collection, use and disclosure of your information when you access the CRF website (the ‘website’ or ‘site’), or anytime you interact with CRF in accordance with the the Data Protection Act 1998, the General Data Protection Regulation and any subsequent legislation (‘Data Protection laws’). This privacy policy (together with our Cookies policy ) explains how any personal data that we may collect from you, or about you, through this site will be processed and protected by CRF. This policy has been put in place to protect your rights under the Data Protection laws, and it is important that you understand what we will do with your data and are happy with this. 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Discover the rich history of our association. Explore 'Our History' to learn how we've grown and impacted our community over the years. Our History The idea for the forum was first proposed by the New Zealand Companies Office in 1999. The Ministry of Economic Development and the Companies Office hosted the inaugural Asia Pacific Corporate Registers Forum (APCRF) in Auckland, New Zealand on 26-28 February 2003. Delegates from Australia, Canada, Cook Islands, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Mauritius, Samoa, Singapore, Tonga, the United Kingdom & Vanuatu attended. The inaugural Forum was extremely successful, with all delegates agreeing that the event should be held on an annual basis. Discussions held during the event proved that there is much to be gained from shared experience and it is hoped that the working relationships and plans formed in Auckland will be maintained in years to come. A second Forum was held in Melbourne, Australia on 8-11 March 2005. At that event the members voted to change the name to the Corporate Registers Forum and adopted the constitution. The charter members attending the Forum in Melbourne were Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Mauritius, New Zealand, Pakistan, Samoa, Singapore, United Kingdom and Vanuatu. How to Join the CRF? It’s easy to join the CRF. We have now have 3 categories of membership. JOIN NOW

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

Kenneth Yap representing Singapore Kenneth Yap Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Singapore Accounting & Corporate Regulatory Authority Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Justin Hygate representing New Zealand Justin Hygate Secretary REPRESENTING: New Zealand Companies Office Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Adel Chouari representing Tunisia Adel Chouari Executive Committee - Global REPRESENTING: Tunisia National Center for Business Register Adel Chouari serves as the founder and Director General of the Tunisian Business Registry. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years at the National Institute for Standardization and Industrial Property (INNORPI). After earning his master’s degree in communication and journalism from the Institute of Press and Information Science (IPSI) in Tunis in 1992, Chouari began his career at INNORPI in 1993. His early roles included serving as a communications officer and subsequently as a project manager for the digitization of invention patent documents. In these capacities, he established the first unit for disseminating information contained in patent documents and founded the Tunisia Academy of Industrial Property. Chouari has pursued extensive training in trademark and patent protection, engaging with prestigious organizations such as the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, the European Patent Office (EPO) in Munich and US Patent and trademark office (USPTO) in Washington. As a project manager, he played a pivotal role in modernizing INNORPI's industrial property information system and spearheaded the institution’s digital transition. In 1996, Chouari was tasked with managing the Central business Registry, overseeing the dissemination of legal and economic information on companies gathered from local business registries at courts. This role provided him with valuable insights into the register’s economic significance and its role in safeguarding third-party rights and enhancing transparency. Driven by a strong belief in the trade registries value, Chouari embarked on a mission to modernize the Tunisian Business registry legislation and IT system. In 2010, he launched the first Tunisian governmental website for accessing to companies’ documents and data. By 2017, as Tunisia classification on the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) grey list, Chouari led a comprehensive overhaul of the legislative and regulatory framework governing the business registry system culminating in the creation of the National Business Register in October 2018 including beneficial owner registry. In 2022, founded the AFREC the Alliance of Business Registries of French speaking countries. CHOUARI is actually Director General of the Tunisian Business Registry and member of the national FATF committee and actively participates in numerous national steering committees dedicated to modernization and the digitalization of the administration and AML-FT issues Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Anthony Bwembya representing Zambia Anthony Bwembya Executive Committee REPRESENTING: Zambia Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

La Donna John representing Belize La Donna John Executive Member - The Americas Region REPRESENTING: Belize The Financial Services Commission La Donna John serves as the Director of Legal and Enforcement at the Financial Services Commission of Belize since September 2020 demonstrating expertise in navigating complex legal landscapes and ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial sector. La Donna is also an inception member of the Project Steering Committee of the Belize Companies and Corporate Affairs Registry. She has also served as a Magistrate for the Government of Belize and is a practising Attorney-at-Law and Notary Public. She holds a Bachelor of Arts, an Honours degree in Law and is pursuing an LLM in Corporate and Commercial Law. Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Ricco Dun representing The Netherlands Ricco Dun Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Netherlands The Netherlands Chamber of Commerce Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni

Julian Lamb representing Jersey Julian Lamb Executive Committee Member REPRESENTING: Jersey Jersey Financial Services Commission Previous Comittee Members: Select a Year Notable Alumni