We engage in conferences, speaker events, and private small-scale roundtable discussions with individuals of the public and private sectors. These opportunities give us the opportunity to connect with a wide range of people on the ground, understand their point of view of today’s economy and their hopes for the future, and share this information with our clients. Please have a look at our recent engagements below and let us know during your next consultation which event would be of interest to you.
We are eager to share our experience with you and help you to achieve your mission!
US-Saudi Business Council’s “Beyond the Pitch” FIFA World Cup Event
SafeRock was honored to attend the U.S.-Saudi Business Council’s exclusive FIFA World Cup watch party, Beyond the Pitch: Shaping the Future of Sport in the New Global Arena, held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Waldorf Astoria New York. The event brought together senior government officials, business leaders, …
SafeRock CEO meets with Panama’s Ambassador to the U.S.
On July 1st, 2026, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim held a private business meeting with José Miguel Alemán Healy, the Ambassador of Panama to the United States. This high-level meeting underscores SafeRock’s ongoing commitment to engaging directly with key government stakeholders and international policymakers.
While SafeRock is widely recognized for driving …
Navigating Global Markets: Family Office Cross-Border Investment Forum
On June 24, 2026, SafeRock joined senior decision-makers, family principals, and C-suite leaders in Manhattan, New York, for the exclusive Family Office Cross-Border Investment Forum. Hosted in partnership with Bernstein Private Wealth Management, this closed-door event serves as a critical hub for peer-to-peer dialogue regarding strategic international partnerships, joint …
The District Cup 2026: Celebrating America’s 250th & Sports Diplomacy
On June 13, 2026, SafeRock had the distinct pleasure of attending the 8th Annual District Cup on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.. Held at West Potomac Park with the historic Washington Monument as a backdrop, this year’s premier charity polo tournament carried monumental significance as an official part …
NYC Tech Week 2026: Unpacking the Future of Enterprise AI and Scale with IBM CEO Arvind Krishna
From June 1–5, 2026, SafeRock joined visionaries, founders, and tech executives across Manhattan for New York City Tech Week 2026. A standout highlight of the week was our attendance at the exclusive “Masters of Scale Live with IBM CEO Arvind Krishna” session and executive reception. Held at IBM’s stunning …
IGDS World Department Store Summit 2026: Paving the Way to New Heights in Retail AI
On May 19–20, 2026, SafeRock joined global retail pioneers, C-suite executives, and major stakeholders in Mexico City for the 17th IGDS World Department Store Summit (WDSS 2026). Co-organized by the Intercontinental Group of Department Stores and Liverpool, this year’s summit convened under the poignant theme “Paving the Way to …
Ellis Island Medals of Honor: Celebrating Leadership and Vision
On May 16th, 2026, SafeRock had the distinct honor of attending the prestigious Ellis Island Medals of Honor Gala. Held in the historic Great Hall on Ellis Island, this poignant event, pays tribute to the immigrant experience and recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the American fabric. …
Heroes of Democracy Gala: Strengthening the Geopolitical Foundations of Global Business
On April 17, 2026, SafeRock attended the prestigious 2026 Heroes of Democracy Gala, hosted by the Renew Democracy Initiative (RDI) at Gotham Hall in New York City. Led by RDI Chairman Garry Kasparov, the annual gala celebrates remarkable individuals who have taken profound risks to defend freedom and democratic …
Keeping Strategic Dialogue Open Across the Gulf with SafeRock
At SafeRock, we believe that some of the most important work in strategy happens around the table—through direct conversations, trusted relationships, and the willingness to keep dialogue open even when the wider political climate becomes more uncertain. In recent months, our CEO, Shah Karim, has continued to engage with …
FII Priority Miami 2026: Navigating “Capital in Motion” and AI-Led Growth
From March 25–27, 2026, SafeRock engaged with global leaders, policymakers, and institutional investors at the 4th annual FII Priority Miami Summit. Held at the Faena Hotel in Miami Beach under the macro theme “Capital in Motion,” this prestigious event convened over 2,000 delegates to examine how global capital, talent, …
SafeRock CEO Speaks on Critical Minerals, AI, and U.S.-Saudi Investment
SafeRock was pleased to participate in the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, held January 13–15, 2026, where our CEO Shah Karim joined global leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators shaping the next era of the minerals economy. The forum brought together decision-makers from across mining, energy, finance, technology, and government …
SafeRock Joins Global Leaders at the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh
At the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh from January 13-15th, 2026, SafeRock was represented among senior leaders shaping the future of minerals, investment, technology, and regional development. Pictured from left to right are former KAUST President Tony Chan, Vice Minister of Minerals Engineer Khalid Al-Mudaifer, and SafeRock CEO Shah …
SafeRock represented at US-Saudi Investment Forum in DC
Attending the US-Saudi Investment Forum on November 19, 2025, in Washington, D.C., was an enriching experience for us at SafeRock. This year’s theme, “Leadership for Growth: Strengthening the Saudi-American Economic Partnership,” captured the shared commitment between the United States and Saudi Arabia to drive bilateral investments and economic diversification …
Shah Karim moderates FII9 Lab “Artificial Intelligence and Decarbonization”
This year’s FII9 entitled “The Key To Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers Of Growth” took place in Riyadh from October 27-30th. SafeRock CEO Shah Karim was honored to be selected to moderate the session “Artificial Intelligence and Decarbonization – Global Challenges and Opportunities in Industry” on October 29th, 2025.
Energy security …
SafeRock CEO offers Awards to Moungi Bawendi & Roger Kearns
On August 18th, 2025, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim awarded Nobel Laureate Moungi Bawendi and Roger Kearns, Director of the Argonne National Laboratory the “Leadership Award for Visionary Innovation & Mentorship” and the “Leadership Award for Future Energy Vision” respectively. It was a great honor for Shah in his role …
SafeRock CEO Co-Chairs CME NASA Symposium
From August 18th-19th, 2025, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim co-chaired the ACS President-Recommended Event as part of the ACS Fall 2025 lineup: CME-NASA: Elevating Polymer Chemistry to New Heights-Polymers for Future Space Missions. A member of CME for several years, Shah is honored to have been given the role to …
SafeRock attends CME NASA VIP Dinner in DC
On August 18th, 2025, SafeRock attended the CME NASA Symposium VIP Dinner with Nobel Laureate Moungi Bawendi and other distinguished guests in town to attend the upcoming ACS NASA Symposium in town for two days in DC.
If you would like to attend one of our upcoming events, please contact …
SafeRock attends the Saudi-US Investment Forum
On May 13th, 2025, SafeRock was invited to attend the Saudi–US Investment Forum in Riyadh. The forum, notably attended by US President Donald Trump along with over 2,000 government officials, CEOs, and investors, announced $300 billion in immediate deals, with a roadmap toward a $1 trillion economic corridor by …
SafeRock attends CeraWeek 2025 in Houston
Attending CERAWeek 2025 in Houston May 10-14th, 2025 has been an eye-opening experience for us at SafeRock. This premier global energy conference, themed “Moving Ahead: Energy strategies for a complex world,” brought together over 10,000 participants, including top executives, government officials, and innovators. The event provided deep insights into …
Société de Chimie Industrielle announces Excellence Awards
Société de Chimie Industrielle (“Société”) grants its Excellence Awards to three outstanding companies at a luncheon on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at the Yale Club of New York, attended by SafeRock.
• Excellence in Private Equity Performance: Apollo Global Management, Inc.
• Excellence in Innovation: Dow Inc.
• Excellence in Shareholder Value Creation: Westlake Corporation
The selection of the awardee companies was …
SafeRock at Saudi Founding Day & Regional Impact
Our recent visit to KAPSARC during Saudi Founding Day February 22nd, 2025 was a vibrant reminder of the Kingdom’s deep historical roots and forward-looking vision. The celebrations, rich in culture and unity, underscored Saudi Arabia’s journey from its founding in 1727 to its modern status as a regional leader. …
SafeRock CEO meets UChicago Professor Shirley Meng
During SafeRock CEO Shah Karim’s recent business trip to Chicago on November 18th, 2024, it was a great pleasure to meet up with Professor Shirley Meng from the University of Chicago to discuss new developments of her research in the energy sector.
Y. Shirley Meng is a professor of molecular …
SafeRock meets clients in Dubai
The team SafeRock just returned from a productive business trip to Dubai, where we were impressed by the city’s dynamism and unwavering commitment to innovation. Meeting with clients across sectors reinforced how Dubai serves as a strategic hub for growth in the Middle East. Key takeaways include the increasing …
SafeRock in Abu Dhabi: Embracing New Sectors
SafeRock just visited clients in Abu Dhabi, where we were inspired by the emirate’s transformation into a vibrant hub for innovation and opportunity. Meetings with local customers highlighted Abu Dhabi’s commitment to diversifying beyond oil—embracing sectors like fintech, renewable energy, and healthcare. The business environment is open, collaborative, and …
Insights from Dubai: Fresh Perspectives
SafeRock’s recent business trip to Dubai, where we visited Linklaters and several leading firms, reinforced the region’s position as a dynamic hub for global commerce. Dubai’s openness to innovation, sophisticated regulatory environment, and cosmopolitan business culture make it a magnet for international partnerships. Meetings with local and multinational companies …
SafeRock invited to attend Gateway Gulf Bahrain
Returning from Gateway Gulf 2024 at the Four Seasons Bahrain Bay from November 2nd-4th, 2024, we at SafeRock were inspired by the forum’s focus on “Investing in a Rapidly Transforming Region.” The event gathered 250 global leaders to explore Bahrain’s expanding role as a regional hub for trade, investment, …
Reflections from FII 8: Infinite Horizons in Riyadh
SafeRock has just returned from attending the 8th Future Investment Initiative (FII8) from October 29th-31st, 2024 in Riyadh, where we were energized by the conference’s bold vision and global ambition. With over 8,000 delegates and 200 sessions, FII8—held under the theme “Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow”—brought together leaders …
SafeRock at the New Africa Summit in Riyadh
SafeRock just attended the New Africa Summit in Riyadh on October 24th, 2024, where we are encouraged by the region’s accelerating commitment to partnership and innovation. The summit brought together leaders from across Africa and the Middle East, highlighting investment opportunities in energy, digital technology, and sustainable infrastructure. Key …
Discovering US Opportunities in the UAE
SafeRock has had the opportunity to work with clients in the United Arab Emirates on a consistent basis. We are convinced that the UAE offers unparalleled opportunities for American businesses seeking global expansion. As a data consulting firm with deep expertise in the region, we’ve seen firsthand how the …
SafeRock visits Argonne National Lab
It was a pleasure to meet Professor Junhong Chen, lead water strategist at Argonne National Laboratory and a Professor of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, at the Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL.
Bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and industry is a …
SafeRock attends EXIM’s 90th Anniversary Celebration
SafeRock was honored to be invited to attend EXIM’s 90th Anniversary Celebration – “Fostering Global Competitiveness: EXIM at 90 and Shaping the Future” at Hunter College in New York City.
The event delved into the critical topic of global competitiveness for exports and how government, industry, and financial institutions collaborate to drive the evolution …
SafeRock meets Hillary Clinton at Clinton Global Initiative
It was a big honor for SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to meet Hillary Clinton at the recent Clinton Global Initiative conference in New York City. The conference happened during Climate Week in NYC, and was a fantastic opportunity to connect with familiar faces from government, industry, as well as …
SafeRock at United Nation’s Summit of the Future
As part of SafeRock’s participation in the United Nation’s Climate Week in NYC, we attended the Summit of the Future, which started with the Action Days on September 20th-21st, 2024 followed by the Summit from September 22nd-23rd, 2024.
The Summit is a high-level event, bringing world leaders together to forge …
SafeRock at SCI Perkin Medal Award Dinner
It was a great honor for SafeRock to be invited to honor the 2024 Medalist of the SCI Perkin Medal Max McDaniel, hosted by the Science History Institute.
The SCI Perkin Medal is recognized as one of the highest honors given for outstanding work in applied chemistry in the United …
SafeRock at SCI’s Innovation Day
SafeRock was thrilled to be invited to SCI’s Annual Innovation Day once again. On Innovation Day, emerging and established chemists and chemical engineers from the Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) member companies come together in person and virtually for a day of celebrating chemical industry innovations. Through peer-to-peer meetings, …
ACS NASA Nobel Lectures
Shah Karim, SafeRock CEO and Co-Chair & Presider of the CME NASA Symposium 2024, was honored to introduce the Nobel Laureates at the ACS NASA Nobel Lecture Series in Denver on August 20th, 2024. The series featured 2022 Nobel Laureate Carolyn Bertozzi, 2018 Nobel Laureate Frances Arnold, and National …
ACS VIP & Speakers Dinner in Denver
The CME NASA Symposium 2024 from August 18th to August 20th, 2024, brought together industry, academia, and government to enlarge the global STEM talent pool in Denver. It was with great pleasure for SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to take on the role of Co-Chair and Presenter of the symposium. …
Would you like to join our Thought Leadership Series?
SafeRock has been a keen supporter of bringing leaders from government and industry together to discuss challenges in the areas of renewable energies, critical minerals, and science. Our past thought leadership series held in NYC and Washington DC has brought together leaders from various paths of life to discuss …
Earth & Space Sustainability Summit
On August 19th, 2024, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim had the great pleasure of introducing the participants of the Earth & Space Sustainability Summit in his role as Co-Chair and Presider of the CME NASA Symposium 2024. The summit featured speakers from Northwestern University, ISS National Laboratory, NASA, Deloitte, Celanese, …
2024 PMSE Student & Mentor Awards
It was a great honor for SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to be the Co-Chair and Presider of the 2024 PMSE Student & Mentor Awards on August 18th, 2024, an event part of the CME NASA Symposium 2024. Shah introduced the winning teams from Stanford University and TU Eindhoven at …
2024 POLY: CME NASA Symposium Countdown
Only one more week until the beginning of the CME ASA Symposium 2024. A POLY PMSE CME Collaboration since 2017, the ACS President Recommended Event will bring together 15,000 of the world’s top Chemistry professionals and students. The fascinating POLY 006: CME NASA Symposium “Elevating Polymer Chemistry to New …
Meeting with PDAS Lochman in Washington DC
It was a pleasure for SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to meet with PDAS Lochman, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Diplomacy in the Bureau of Energy Resources, in Washington DC. PDAS Lochman has been instrumental in guiding SafeRock’s thought leadership discussions that have brought together leaders from government and industry …
Spotlight: Join us at the CME NASA Symposium in Denver
The 2024 CME NASA Symposium and Earth & Space Sustainability Summit is set to take place from August 18-20, 2024, in Denver, offering a packed schedule of inspirational research, industry insights, and new STEM career paths. This event, sponsored by the Polymer Chemistry Division (POLY), brings together experts from …
SafeRock engagements in the UAE
SafeRock has longstanding business relationships with a wide range of companies in the UAE. The most recent travels to Dubai at the end of June 2024 are another pillar in cementing partnerships with leading companies in the UAE ecosystem. Discussions include advising on how to efficiently make use of …
SafeRock meets with GoodWill Southern California
During SafeRock’s recent travels to California, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim had the pleasure of meeting with GoodWill Southern California Executive Vice President and COO Craig Levra (picture, left). Craig is also a founding member of Goodwillfinds.com As a veteran in the retail industry, it is always a great pleasure …
SafeRock meets Nike Chief Sustainability Officer
The picture above shows SafeRock CEO Shah Karim after concluding a meeting with Nike’s Chief Sustainability Officer Noel Kinder during a recent trip to Portland.
SafeRock hosts State Roundtable Discussion on Critical Minerals & Supply Chain
SafeRock recently hosted the second thought leadership roundtable discussion under Chatham House Rules bringing together leading public and private companies to discuss critical minerals and the supply chain. This Thought Leadership roundtable is part of a continuing dialogue with sector-specific companies, trading partners and emerging markets countries. A summary …
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim invited to speak at OPEC Lecture Series
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim was honored to be invited to speak as part of the OPEC (The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) Lecture Series on March 28th, 2024. The topic discussed was “How artificial intelligence can improve forecasting in the oil market.” The talk was closed to the …
SafeRock attends WPC 2024 in Houston
SafeRock just returned from attending the World Petrochemical Conference (WPC) 2024 in Houston. The picture shows (from left to right) SafeRock CEO Shah Karim, Chevron Phillips CEO Bruce Chinn, and Celanese CEO Lori Ryerkerk.
WPC is the premier gathering of industry leaders, global experts, and government officials to share insights and …
SafeRock visits CERAWeek in Houston
SafeRock recently visited CERAWeek 2024 in Houston. The conference spanned five days from March 18th until March 22nd and was a great opportunity to connect with new and familiar faces. The conference explored strategies for a multidimensional, multispeed and multifuel energy transition. The imperative to reduce emissions has grown …
SafeRock meets Saudi Aramco Delegation
During our recent travels to Saudi Arabia, SafeRock was invited to meet with the Saudi Aramco Delegation in Dammam. The meeting with several key leaders from Saudi Aramco gave SafeRock the opportunity to discuss key topics on site.
14th IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium on Energy Outlooks
SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim was honored to be invited to attend the 14th IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium on Energy Outlooks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 21st, 2024.
The annual IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium on Energy Outlooks is part of a wider joint program of work agreed upon by the three organizations and endorsed …
The Role of Carbon Markets in Transitions
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim attended the conference co-hosted by IEF and KAPSARC entitled “The Role of Carbon Markets in Transitions”, a high-level roundtable discussion on carbon markets and CCE investment in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 20th, 2024.
Joseph McMonigle (Secretary General, IEF) and Fahad Alajlan (President, KAPSARC) gave welcome …
SafeRock hosts State Roundtable Discussion on Energy Transition
SafeRock recently hosted a new thought leadership roundtable discussion under Chatham House Rules bringing together leading public and private companies with high interest in energy. The topic discussed was “How to get the New Economy working: Thought Leadership & Policy Discussion”, with a representative from the US Department of …
SafeRock gives Keynote Speech at GPCA
SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim was honored to give a keynote speech at the 17th Annual GPCA Forum from Dec 4th-6th, 2023 in Doha, Qatar entitled “Mobilizing Chemistry for Impactful Transformation”. GPCA is the region’s leading petrochemical event focusing on the GCC and global industry agendas. Shah’s keynote speech “Transforming …
SafeRock attends COP 2023 in Dubai
SafeRock was thrilled to attend COP28 in Dubai in 2023 as member of the Peace Boat Delegation. The conference ran from Nov 30th to Dec 23rd, 2023.
COP28 brought together the signatory countries of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change as well as climate actors. It was a …
SafeRock joins PeaceBoat US Delegation at COP28
SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim was thrilled to join the PeaceBoat US Delegation at COP28.
Peace Boat US works to build a culture of peace and sustainability around the world by connecting people across borders and creating opportunities for learning, activism and cooperation. This is achieved through programs in which people …
SafeRock meets with Yale Delegation at COP28
It was a great pleasure for SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to meet the Delegation from the Yale Student Environmental Coalition (YSEC) at COP28 in Dubai to kick off their participation at the conference. Shah has continued to collaborate with several partners from his Alma Mater Yale University and it …
SafeRock participates in IEF 2023
Mohamed Kurdi (Saudi ministry of energy) with Shah Karim
SafeRock participates in FII in Riyadh
The Future Investment Initiative (FII) is a global platform that brings together leaders, visionaries, and innovators from around the world to explore the future of global investment. With each conference, FII ignites powerful dialogues, shapes investment trends, and navigates the uncertainties of our times. SafeRock was honored to be …
SafeRock attends Saudi Food Futures 2023
The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) held the workshop for Saudi Food Futures at MEWA’s headquarters from October 22nd-25th, 2023. SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim was honored to attend this event.
During his opening remarks, His Excellency Minister of Environment, Water, …
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim speaks at UNT Dallas
SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim was honored to speak at the UNT Dallas event entitled “UNT Next Generation Innovation Summit” on August 31st, 2023. The morning dedicated to insights, innovative thinking, and intelligence brought together several panelist speakers, including Craig Kessler (COO, PGA of America), Amrit Kirpilani (Founder and CEO, …
SafeRock at ACS Fall 2023 in San Francisco
SafeRock recently participated in the American Chemical Society’s ACS Fall 2023 in San Francisco, entitled “Harnessing the Power of Data.”
Presentation topics included the following symposia, among many others:
Adapting Agricultural Chemistry and Practices to a Changing Climate.
Advances and Perspectives of Cannabis Research in Medicinal Chemistry, Analysis and Bioanalysis.
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SafeRock Participates in the ACS 2023 CME NASA Symposium
On August 16th, SafeRock participated in the ACS-NASA-CME Program in San Francisco on Advancing Materials for Human Space Exploration. The CME NASA STEM Events bring together academia, industry, the public, and government to enlarge the global STEM talent pool. SafeRock CEO and CME Treasurer Shah Karim was the co-chair …
SafeRock attends CME Industry Day
It was a tremendous pleasure for SafeRock to attend CME’s Industry Day. The event featured a CME Nobel lecture with Barry Sharpless, American stereochemist. Barry is a two-time Nobel laureate in Chemistry known for his work on stereoselective reactions and click chemistry.
SafeRock participates in ACS Fall 2023 Symposia
From August 14th to August 15th, SafeRock participated in the ACS Fall 2023: Harnessing the Power of Data Symposia, where thousands of chemistry professionals meet to advance scientific and technical knowledge through keynote events, career events, and student programming. At the Symposia, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim was selected as …
SafeRock Participates in Second IEF-GARP Global Energy Risk Forum
From June 6th to June 7th, SafeRock participated in the Second IEF-GARP Global Energy Risk Forum, which focused on Energy Security and Transitions in the New Risk Environment, in Paris, France. SafeRock CEO Shah Karim spoke at the forum, which was divided into four principal sessions: Protecting Energy Security …
SafeRock Participates in Global Sustainable Development Congress
From May 30th to June 1st, SafeRock participated in the Global Sustainable Development Congress hosted by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia. Through workshops, panels, and case studies, hundreds of thought leaders from around the world convened to analyze and discuss how to best address …
SafeRock Participates in the 2023 IRI Annual Conference
On May 22nd-25th, SafeRock participated in the 2023 Innovation Research Interchange Annual Conference. The event focused on the future of innovation, with emphasis on areas such as supply chain, Industry 4.0, sustainability, digital workforces, and portfolio management. The conference aimed to provide participants with insights into emerging trends, innovative …
SafeRock Participates in the Think Bigger Innovations Summit
On May 11th, SafeRock participated in the Think Bigger Innovations Summit hosted by award-winning author Professor Sheena S. Iyengar. The event honed in on the central question of what it means to “think bigger,” which was the focus of her new book “Think Bigger: How to Innovate.” A diverse …
SafeRock Participates in Yale University’s Increasing Human Potential Symposium
On April 11th, SafeRock participated in Yale University’s Increasing Human Potential Symposium. The event was organized by SafeRock CEO Shah Karim and other alumni from the Friends of Yale from Industry organization. Distinguished policy and industry leaders from organizations such as NASA and the Environmental Defense Fund gathered to …
SafeRock Participates in the 2023 World Petrochemical Conference
On March 20th-24th, SafeRock participated in the 2023 World Petrochemical Conference hosted by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The convocation saw industry leaders and government officials come together for a productive session of sharing insights and discussing solutions to critical strategic issues facing the global petrochemical industry. SafeRock CEO Shah …
SafeRock Participates in Yale’s For Humanity Illuminated Event
On Sunday, March 4th, SafeRock participated in Yale University’s For Humanity Illuminated event in New York. The event focused on the role urban regions and cities play in contributing to climate change, as well as their potential to combat it. Topics that were discussed included remote sensing, sustainable design, …
SafeRock Welcomes James Green to the Board of Advisors
SafeRock is pleased to announce James Green as the newest member of the Board of Advisors. Green has a Ph.D. in Space Physics from the University of Iowa and is currently the CEO of Space Science Endeavors LLC. Prior to launching the company, he worked at NASA for 42 …
SafeRock Participates in 2023 NRF’s Big Show
On January 14th-17th 2023, SafeRock participated in the National Retail Federation’s Big Show. Thousands of attendees, including retail sector experts and industry leaders, gathered for the occasion to pinpoint and share ideas amidst an uncertain new year. “The mood at NRF was optimistic and clouded at the same time,” …
SafeRock Introduces S&P Global Senior VP Mark Eramo at CME Leadership Awards
On December 7th, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim had the honor of introducing CME Partner Mark Eramo at the 2022 CME Leadership Awards. Eramo is the Global Senior Vice President for Oil Markets, Midstream, Downstream, and Chemicals at S&P Global Commodity Insights. He delivered a speech to kick off the …
SafeRock Attends 2022 CME STEM Leadership Awards
On December 7th, SafeRock attended the 2022 CME STEM Leadership Awards. The annual event celebrates leaders who have excelled in utilizing chemistry’s revolutionary capacity to innovate and advance humanity. SafeRock CEO Shah Karim, Strategic Executive Advisor Cristi Stiers, and NASA Chief Scientist Jim Green joined CME Board Members in …
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim interviewed by Women’s Wear Daily
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim was interviewed by Women’s Wear Daily, a leading magazine in the fashion and apparel sector. The interview touched upon current trends in the retail sector including supply chain, leadership, and consumer behavior. Shah was interviewed alongside Andre Maeder (CEO, KaDeWe), and Simon Susman (Honorary President, …
SafeRock publishes Navigating Future Global Crises Executive Summary
In the lead-up to the 2022 International Global Department Store Summit in Seattle, SafeRock published Navigating Future Global Crises, a research document that highlights key insights obtained from its in-depth assessment of the many challenges the retail industry has faced in the past few years; the aim is to …
SafeRock interviewed by Specialty Chemicals Magazine on Global Supply Chain
For the November/December 2021 edition of Specialty Chemicals Magazine, SafeRock was interviewed on the current international supply chain crisis and the steps companies can take to mitigate these risks in the future. CEO Shah Karim shared his insights on the necessity of maintaining a robust supply chain by diversifying …
SafeRock attends 2022 IGDS Department Store Summit
On June 9th and 10th, 2022, SafeRock attended the 2022 IGDS Department Store Summit hosted by Nordstrom. The IGDS (International Group of Department Stores), an association of 43 leading department stores, met with (pictured above from left to right) Doneger Group CEO Abbey Doneger, Woolworth Holdings Honorary President Simon …
SafeRock Co-Chairs 2022 Leadership Awards Program
SafeRock CEO Shah Karim served as a co-chair of the 2022 CME STEM Leadership Awards program. The event honored Sir Fraser Stoddart, 2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry; Paul Alivastos, President of the University of Chicago; and Chad Mirkin, Professor at Northwestern University and Director of the International Institute of …
SafeRock to participate in IRI Webinar on Navigating Future Global Crises
On August 8th, 2022, SafeRock will participate in an Innovation Research Interchange webinar that builds upon a research project led by CEO Shah Karim and leaders of distinguished companies such as Michelin, Chevron, Xerox, and Colgate-Palmolive. The study, entitled “Navigating Future Global Crises,” examined key operational issues amid the …
SafeRock to co-chair CME NASA Symposium
On Monday, August 22nd, 2022, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim will co-chair the 2022 CME NASA Symposium. The event, which is organized by CME and NASA and sponsored by the ACS Division of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, is part of the ACS Fall 2022 Meeting and seeks to encourage people …
SafeRock to participate at CME NASA Sustainability Conference
On Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim will speak at the CME NASA Sustainability Conference. The half-day event, which is organized by CME and NASA with the help of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, is part of the ACS Fall 2022 Meeting and …
CEO Shah Karim attends Trinseo Meeting on Sustainable Solutions
On Wednesday, June 1st, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim co-hosted the webinar “Trinseo’s Transformation: Unlocking Bold, Creative, Sustainable Solutions” luncheon with Trinseo CEO Frank Bozich.
Trinseo is a global materials solutions provider and manufacturer of plastics and latex binders. Among the company’s guiding principles is the idea that success can be …
President Salovey of Yale and Shah Karim meet at Innovation Summit
Peter Salovey, President Yale University speaking with SafeRock CEO Shah Karim on May 15th at the Innovation Summit in New Haven. Shah Karim was invited to the event as a co-founder of Friends of Yale from Industry (FYI), a non-profit organization that supports public-private-academic partnerships.
Over two days from May …
CEO Shah Karim speaks on Global Food Security
On Thursday, May 5th, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim moderated the CME STEM Talks by Thought Leaders entitled “CLA, S&P IHS, NASA: Accelerating Food Security”. The panelists included Chris Novak, President and CEO, CropLife America; Jonathan Shoham, Senior Consultant Analyst, S&P Global IHS Markit; and Michael Joseph Puma, Unit Director …
Navigating Future Global Crises: Whitepaper with SafeRock
IRI members collaborated with SafeRock CEO Shah Karim to produce a whitepaper entitled ‘Navigating Future Global Crisis: The Role of R&D’. The full whitepaper can be found here.
Recent crises have had a crippling impact on many sectors at the national and international level. These events include health, economic, and …
NASA speaks at Yale on “Increasing Human Potential”
On Tuesday, April 26th, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim helped co-organize the first NASA Symposium at Yale University, New Haven as part of Friends of Yale from Industry (FYI). NASA Chief Scientist James Green and NASA Associate Chief Scientist Tara Ruttley led the discussion. The following is an excerpt from …
CEO Shah Karim Appointed I&CE Member
As of February 2022, Shah Karim has been appointed at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) as an Industry & Corporate Engagement Committee (I&CE) Member. PME integrates science and engineering to address global challenges from the molecular level up. It applies molecular-level science to the design of …
CEO Shah Karim Appointed to CME Board of Directors
The Chemical Marketing and Economics, Inc. (CME) announced the appointments of two Columbia University Fellows Mr. Shah Karim and Dr. Austin Evans as members of the Board of Directors. The CME Board shapes pinnacle programs covering topics from space exploration to environmental social governance (ESG).
Established in 1954, CME is …
SafeRock Attends CME Gala in NYC
On December 7, 2021, SafeRock was invited to join the Ninth Leadership Awards Luncheon and Gala Reception of Chemical Marketing and Economics (CME). The Gala honored The Carlyle Group Co-Founder & Chairman Emeritus Daniel D’Aniello, and Merck Chairman and CEO Kenneth Frazier. Merck Senior Vice President for Science Research …
Risk and Resilience in Supply Chains
SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim and Crown Holdings’ Daniel A. Abramowicz recently published a paper entitled “Risk and Resilience in Supply Chains” in the Research-Technology Management paper Volume 64, 2021. The content is adapted from their presentation at the IRI Virtual 2021 Annual Conference and offers insights into how companies …
Reopening the World Under Deep Uncertainty
Join SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim, Vice President, Janssen’s Head of Protein Therapeutics Matt Truppo, and panel moderator Sam Samdani, Senior Knowledge Expert at McKinsey for their ‘STEM Talks by Thought Leaders’ entitled ‘Reopening the World amid Great Uncertainty’ on 10/21/2021 from 11am-12pm ET.elta, Epsilon, Mu…as the waves of infectious …
Improving R&D Response in a Future Crisis
On September 21st, 2021 SafeRock CEO Shah Karim spoke at the Fall Networks Conference along with members from several high-profile companies such as Xerox, Crown Holdings, Sonoco, USG, Johns Manville, Church & Dwight, and Colgate-Palmolive. The COVID-19 Pandemic has had catastrophic consequences for many industries at the national and …
SafeRock Q&A in Philippines National Conference
Today, SafeRock’s CEO Shah Karim participated in the 27th NRCE Virtual Edition Main Stage DAY 1 Session 4: Resilience and growth from the pandemic organized by the Philippine Retailers Association. Attendees included executive management from retail and property developers in the country.
Shah was joined by Retailgate Founder/CEO and United …
Yale Alumni Connect Industry to “One Yale”
One year ago, Friends of Yale from Industry (FYI) started as a response to the global pandemic to help Yale students find opportunities for professional development inspired by Dean Chun and Dean Cooley. Marvin Chun’s call on April 27th, 2020 began our journey and we were inspired by Lynn …
Leadership and Value Creation: The Key to Effective Management
On May 20th, 2021, at 12:00 ET, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim presented at the 2021 IRI Annual Conference with Strategic Advisor at SafeRock and former CEO of ANGUS Chemical Company (former NYSE: DOW) Cristi Stiers. The 2021 IRI Annual Conference was set up with the goal of learning from …
Improving Pandemic Response: Reducing Risk for Supply Chains
On May 18th, 2021, SafeRock CEO Shah Karim attended the 2021 IRI Annual Conference with the EVP of Crown Holdings (NYSE: CCK), Dan Abramowicz. The 2021 IRI Annual Conference was set up with the goal of learning from the mistakes made by corporations amidst the COVID pandemic in 2020. …