As Group Head of Mashreq's Technology Transformation and Information Group, Mohamed leads Mashreq's Technology Organization and drives bank's transformation in terms of digital services, resilience, and superior client experience.  He is accountable for the continual adopton of new and...

Seasoned Project Manager: Extensive experience in leading ICT and entrepreneurship initiatives, blending innovation with strategic execution.Agile Methodology Specialist: Proficient in enhancing project efficiency and team productivity through advanced Scrum and Agile practices.Award-Winning...

Dr. Khalid Nasr Mosatafa Abouelzahab is the CEO of Inspire Medical, a pioneering force in revolutionizing wound care solutions across the MENA region. With a wealth of experience and a proven track record, Dr. Khalid Nasr Mosatafa Abouelzahab oversees the strategic direction and operational...

Saed, a visionary marketing strategist and brand psychology enthusiast, boasts 15 years of experience crafting groundbreaking campaigns that captivate global and local audiences. With an innate ability to unravel human shopping behaviors, Saed is the creative force behind transformative stories...

Al-Fouzan holds a master’s in Business Administration from the Imperial College London and has a total of 18 years of experience in Leading IT, Digital Transformation, Innovation, and Strategy Planning & Execution. He started his career in 2005 as a Project Engineer at Zain, then in 2006 he...

Rana Al Maeeni is the Marketing Director of Maristo Hospitality. Armed with years of experience and a track record of proven performance, Rana Al Maeeni is responsible for providing the overall leadership and strategic management for the company. She is a recognized expert and leader in the F&B ...

Saeed is a Senior level business professional who has built a broad and unique set of cross-vertical industry and sales competencies with leading Technology Vendors (SAS, MicroStrategy, Lexmark, Lexmark Enterprise Software). He brings 15 years of experience working for major companies and holds a...

Shafi Alam Head of Direct-to-Consumer Business & Corporate Marketing Division, Samsung Gulf Electronics Appointed November 2021 Shafi Alam is the Head of Direct-to-Consumer Business & Corporate Marketing at Samsung Gulf Electronics. He is an industry leader responsible for all aspects of ...

Executive leader in Corporate Communications and Marketing. Interested in innovation, leadership, and Technology. A strong believer in the impact of youth in achieving Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Has worked in three sectors: government, private, and non-profit. Gained professional experience...

As a marketing enthusiast, I have spent the last 12 years working in diverse markets like across Africa, Middle East and Asia in the area of digital marketing, leading product & audience segmentation, digital lead generation & sales, attribution & social content strategy and client...

Ahmad Gaafar is the current Chief Marketing Officer for Samsung Electronics Egypt, where he leads the Corporate Marketing, Retail, Business Development, Public Relations and Corporate Citizenship functions. Gaafar also handles driving the overall Brand strategy in the local market, managing the...

A seasoned business executive with 15+ years of professional experience in Health and Fitness, Semi-Government Operations and Management, Education and Training, Telecommunications, Banking, and Digital Marketing industry. Recognised for demonstrating natural leadership as well as for cultivating...

Hesham Almekkawi is a Food and Beverage industry expert with more than 28 years of experience in managing global and international chains of restaurants in the USA and the Middle East. He was appointed in 2021 as the CEO of AG Café International Management Company to spreadhead an aggressive growth ...

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Svetlana stands at the forefront of marketing innovation, blending a 12-year journey with legendary brands like Chanel, Chivas Regal, and Martini with her expertise in nurturing newly established brands in the UAE market. Currently, she is developing marketing strategies at Mered, a luxury real...

Max is an accomplished manager and financial professional with 10+ years of experience.  He has been working in the e-grocery industry since 2019 and co-founded a big international e-grocery business. Prior to that he managed M&A activities at one of the biggest IT companies in Europe. Prior to ...

Arij Awais is currently leading Marketing & Strategy at Delivery Hero within the APAC region. Having worked in Fortune 500 companies like Unilever, Coca Cola and Mondelez he is a FMCG & Q Commerce business leader with a proven track record of business strategy development resulting in...

  Anita Baker joined Lush in 2007 as a Group  Accountant, with her training & experience in BA  (Hons) Accounting and ACMA qualification with the Chartered Institute of Management  Accountants. She was quickly promoted to the  International Business Development team due to the commercial...

As Managing Director of RicRac Shop, I have spearheaded its evolution from inception to thriving success. My journey involved fine attention to detail across diverse areas including branding, product selection, market analysis, production oversight, Website design along with a distinctive UX, to...

Adil Belhouari is seasoned Data, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Banking Strategist with over 22 years of Executive Management & Leadership experience. He’s well known in the Industry of Banking Intelligence & Financial Analytics, Digital Banking, Customer Experience &...

Peter Blom is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with a rich background in both the retail and technology sectors. Peter has managed various IT startups. His journey in the retail sector is marked by significant achievements, including the successful sale of his software development businesses...

Moadh Bukhash is the Chief Marketing Officer of Emirates NBD. In his role, he is responsible for the development and implementation of the Group’s corporate brand and marketing strategy and end-to-end counsel and advisory to the Emirates NBD Group. Leading a team of more than 90 employees, and...

A well-known retail industry expert, speaker, and writer, Andrew Busby has extensive experience and knowledge in the retail sector, particularly in areas such as retail technology, customer experience, and emerging trends. He is the founder of Retail Reflections, a retail consultancy firm that...

Kim Castro is a dynamic force in hospitality marketing, currently leading as the Cluster Director of Marketing Communications for Dusit Doha Hotel and Dusit Hotel & Suites - Doha. With 7 years of expertise in 360-degree hospitality marketing, specializing in digital, social media, and crafting...

Calum Chace, author of Surviving AI Calum is a sought-after keynote speaker and best-selling writer on artificial intelligence. He focuses on the medium- and long-term impact of AI on all of us, our societies and our economies. He advises companies and governments on AI policy, and co-hosts the...

Mitin Chakraborty heads global brand and marketing at Babyshop, a leader in the baby and kids retail sector across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Celebrated for his creative flair and result-driven approach, Mitin's campaigns have earned accolades at Cannes Lions, D&AD, LIA, WARC, and...

Sateesh Kumar Challa is an accomplished leader with 19 years of experience in digital transformation. As the Head of the Digital Transformation Office at Societe Generale, Sateesh is responsible for leading the company's efforts to drive innovation and digital change across the Risk &...

Digital Transformation Specialist; Strategy formulation and execution of e-commerce, mobile applications, loyalty programs for Grandiose Supermarkets, BuyParts24 and BuyGro and more than 800 brands under 51East & FNAC retail businesses in Darwish Holding and for 60+ stores in Tamimi...

Having worked a decade in tech, since the early days of Uber, Amber has launched Uber Eats and Disney+ to more than 120 countries combined throughout Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Latin America and The Caribbean. As one of tech’s leading international strategy experts, Amber has worked on all...

With over 16 years of experience in marketing communications, I am passionate about creating and executing global marketing strategies that drive sales, customer engagement, and retention across multiple regions. Currently, I lead the marketing communications team at Driven Properties, a leading...

Digital enthusiast who is keen on building products that truly make a difference in customer and colleague experiences. Someone who is forged in retail, loves it and who strongly believes in the power of the human connection over 1's and 0's

Anton Deryagin leads franchise growth at Dodo Pizza, the fastest growing pizza brand globally and a technology leader in the foodservice industry. Dodo Pizza owns and franchises over 1,000 restaurants across 21 countries in Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, with $990M system...

Dr Senika Dewnarain studied, lived and worked in Switzerland, England and Mauritius prior to joining the University of Birmingham in Dubai. Her main research areas are social customer relationship management, customer engagement, social media marketing, branding and the hospitality industry. Her...

Experienced Director Of Information Technology with a demonstrated history of working in the Health, Medical and Retail industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Microsoft Dynamics, Management, Project Implementation and Training. Strong information technology professional with a Bachelor of Science (BSc)...

Dr. Dorrell is a Cryptocurrency Economist at the University of Tampa in Florida, USA.  His current research focus is developing pricing models based on the supply and demand for cryptocurrency.  He developed and taught the Economics of Cryptocurrency, which was the first class of its kind in the...

- CEO and Co-Founder of  YallaHub & YallaMarket: digital distributor with its own B2C app (raised 15 mln USD from 200+ investors);- 6 years in Dubai;- Serial entrepreneur, angel investor & mentor: 20+ startups in portfolio;- 15 years in FoodTech, Retail and Horeca experience;- Launched 15...

Francis Dufay is currently the CEO of Jumia. Prior, he was EVP Africa for the Jumia Group. Before that, he served as CEO of Jumia Ivory Coast from 2014 until 2022. Before joining Jumia, Francis worked in Brussels (Belgium) for McKinsey & Company (2009-2014) where he managed projects in Europe...

Key areas of expertise Nihal is an accomplished business leader and advisor who was a member of the  Unilever Board for NAMET RUB (North Africa, Middle East, Turkey and Russia, +30 countries, c. USD 4Bn Revenue) for over 5 years of her +20 years career with the company. She was also part of the...

May El Gammal is an accomplished executive serving as the Group Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at EFG Holding, a trailblazing financial institution with a universal bank in Egypt and the leading investment bank franchise in Frontier and Emerging Markets (FEM). El Gammal has extensive...

Sayed is a seasoned hospitality Head of Operation with a wealth of background in strategic business development, revenue growth, restaurant/hospitality operations, and efficient resource optimization. With over 20 years of experience, has a proven track record of revitalizing declining...

Merhan El Massry is an accomplished marketing professional currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer at FAS Hospitality, a prominent division of the Fawaz Al Hokair Group. With a strong focus on marketing and communication programs, brand management, and corporate & development...

After starting his career as an architect, Ahmed El Gamal transitioned into digital marketing and communications. With over 15 years of experience, Ahmed has worked across a plethora of global brands at BBDO & Proximity, followed by Emaar and MetLife. He is currently leading Global Resort...

Nazım Erdoğan is the Chief Marketing Officer at sahibinden.com, one of the digital giant in Turkiye, servicing in online classifieds business. His main responsibilities are Segment and Revenue Management, Business Intelligence, Digital Marketing and Marketing Communication. Erdoğan, graduated from ...

Mahmoud Fawzy, Head of Global Transaction Banking at the Commercial International Bank (CIB), The Largest Private Bank in Egypt, in this role, he is managing the strategic development for the bank's digital and transactional banking assets aiming to avail superior and outstanding experience for ...

Jimcine Fernandez, a dynamic marketing and communications leader with over 17 years of experience, stands out for orchestrating the marketing communications of renowned international and local F&B brands, including Shake Shack, The Cheesecake Factory, IHOP, Raising Cane's, Blaze Pizza, and...

Marketing Director in the Middle East for Pernod Ricard, the No.2 worldwide producer of wines and spirits. The Group, which owns 16 of the Top 100 Spirits Brands, holds one of the most prestigious and comprehensive portfolios in the industry. A passionate and creative Marketeer with 15 years of...

Niels Floors is the Vice President of Strategic Development at Channelengine, a role that sits at the intersection of e-commerce, technology, sales, and strategic partnerships. With a career spanning over 15 years, Niels has honed his expertise in online marketing, sales...

Eric is the co-founder and CEO of Rival, a marketing consultancy for challenger brands, working with start-ups to help them scale and incumbents to help them innovate. He is also the founding co-chair of Bridge, the marketing committee of the MENA Fintech Association. Over the last 15 years Eric...

Kailash Tulsi Gajara is an entrepreneur with 15+ years of work experience & a record of verifiable success in software technology, business startup, business strategy, team leadership, new business development, sales, and marketing & with proven ability to effectively build and manage...

As the Director of Growth - Sports at GMG, I lead the strategy and execution of digital marketing campaigns to drive growth and retention for one of the largest retail groups in the Middle East. I have over 10 years of experience in performance marketing, customer acquisition, and growth, across...

Mahmoud Gawad - Senior Director of Marketing at Nova Water KSA. Mahmoud Gawad, a passionate Marketing & Sales development professional with over 17 years of experience across the Middle East region, with Danone®, Nestle® and Nova® Water. Mahmoud led the development of the most reputable...

An accomplished automotive and brand communications specialist with over 16 years of experience delivering bespoke strategies, impactful campaigns and award-winning content and storytelling for major international brands. Competently lead large regional teams and manage multiple agencies to deliver ...

CEO at Admitad - one of the leading partner marketing platforms in the Middle East and globally. Key details: - Successfully manages the team of 350+ employees all over the world - Has been developing the industry of performance marketing since 2013 - Finalist of the GPMA 2022 in the category...

Vinod Goel, CEO Jumia Uganda- profile Vinod Goel is the CEO Jumia Uganda. He joined Jumia Group in 2020 as Group Head of Fulfillment. He has played a pivotal role in making Jumia Express faster, cheaper and double the size in 1.5 years, while also steering the set up of Dark Stores fulfillment...

Lara is the Head of Payouts Commercialisation for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America & Asia Pacific at Worldpay. She is responsible for driving the go-to-market strategy for Worldpay’s payout capabilities and bringing this offering to the markets in which it is available or...

Abhinav is one of the founding team members of CARS24 and has been an integral part of the company’s exponential growth story both in India and overseas. CARS24 is an online retailer for pre-owned automobiles in India, UAE, and Australia and Thailand. Under his leadership the company has already...

Neeraj Gupta – CEO, Policybazaar.ae Neeraj is a hands-on Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with expertise in product development, operations, insurance, and the FinTech industry. Through strategic foresight, drive, and determination, he built a strong foundation for his successful multi-million dollar ...

Meryem Habibi serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Bitpace, a prominent global crypto payment gateway. With a rich background spanning marketing, sales, and partnerships in 5 different industries, Meryem brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Her previous roles with industry giants like...

Walid Hajj Co-Founder & CEO of Lavoya   A visionary and award-winning entrepreneur, Walid Hajj has defined his unique imprint in the food and beverages business creating innovative concepts that have disrupted the industry and established his credentials as a pioneer in F&B concepts that ...

Karim Hajjaji has an extensive experience and expertise in the financial and banking industry and had held executive roles in Europe, Asia and United States. He is currently the Global Chief Operating Officer and member of the Executive Committee of Santander Corporate and Investment Banking...

Natasha has +20 years experience in the marketing, media and PR world. With a varied career across account management, media planning and buying, PR and marketing, her experience spans clients in many sectors and CV includes leading global agencies McCann Worldwide, Havas Global, and global...

Vaimo is one of the world’s most respected experts in digital commerce and customer experiences. For us, experience is everything. It is at the heart of all we do, and we are leading the way in delivering on it in these fields: Digital Commerce Content Management Data ManagementInsights &...

Mamoun serves as Wego's Chief Business Officer. Prior to this, he occupied the positions of Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director for Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the MENA region and one of the fastest growing tech companies in Dubai. Wego is dual-headquartered in...

I am a digital technology executive leader, with first-hand experience of digital transformation in senior leadership roles. I build and lead teams that leverage technology to craft solutions, products and experiences that have a positive impact in people's lives and on business results.I'm ...

Mohamad Issa Co-Founder and CEO of Cash My Stock has over 26 years of experience in general management, software and telecom solutions sales, trade and distribution, and financial services, he is a serial entrepreneur with passion to form and grow start ups. He’s been a key player in multi- senior...

Shailesh Jain is a seasoned Fortune 500 Chief AI & Data executive.  He has worked across Retail, banking and other industry sectors to drive critical business solutions at major corporations across the globe (Australia, US, Europe, Middle East and Asia). He is currently the Global Head of...

Dr. Ritesh Jain, a top 10 Global Fintech Leader, founder, tech enthusiast, and seasoned board advisor, has over two decades of experience in global Digital Technology, Business Transformation, and Operations. As a regular speaker at global conferences on Fintechs, Emerging Tech, Banks, and...

Dr. Jegerson is currently Chief Operating Officer at Invest Bank and a highly accomplished senior professional with a track record full of ground-breaking industry firsts. He held various management positions with institutions such as UBI Banca, IW Bank, and the National Bank of Fujairah. In...

As a seasoned transaction banker, Nathan has demonstrated excellence in driving innovation, fostering collaboration and consistently achieving results throughout his 20 year banking career. He currently works at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank as a Senior Relationship Manager in Transaction Banking. His ...

Co-Founder and CEO of House of Pops. 100% natural ice cream.

Double Hatting as the Head of Marketing - myAster and as a Group Head of Digital Marketing for Medcare Hospitals & Medical Centres and Aster DM Healthcare, Aaryan leads the digital transformation and growth of two of the largest healthcare providers in the Middle East. He oversees the digital...

With a remarkable journey spanning nearly 14 years, Pramukshi Kariyawasam is a seasoned marketing professional with experience in branding, marketing, public relations, and communications. Currently, she holds the title of Director of Marketing & Communications at Shangri-La Dubai. Prior to...

Banker and a Passionate Professional. Workedin various capacities in Federal Bank, India, for over a decade now, and is currently the Chief Representative Officer for the Abu Dhabi Representative Office of Federal Bank and is responsible for the business and operations of the office as also the...

Arseny Kosenko is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in finance, fintech, retail tech and engineering. Arseny currently serves as the Executive Vice President at Fortis Digital Solutions, an omnichannel, customer-centric platform for small & medium enterprises in MENA region that ...

Based in Istanbul, Grigory Lavrov is responsible for trade marketing in CEE & MENAT across WBD channel portfolio. He also leads local brands and channels in the region including Turkish FTA channel TLC and DMAX as well as the leading Arab food brand Fatafeat in the Middle East.  Grigory joined ...

Gunjan Locke is a Senior Architect on the Customer Success team at Mixpanel. Her day-to-day involves empowering clients to harness the full capability of their data using Mixpanel, thereby helping them gain valuable insights into their customer behaviour. Gunjan is passionate about Product...

Overseeing the Digital Marketing & CRM department across Al Tayer's retail division, Harry is a seasoned digital marketing professional that has spent his career leading teams across both the travel & retail ecommerce industry. With a passion for developing not only his skillset but...

Yuen, a multiple award-winning workaholic is now the Chief Merchandise and Marketing Officer for AEON (M) Co Berhad while serving 2 other public listed companies;  GDEX Berhad and OCK Group Berhad. GDEX is a last mile courier services and logistic company while OCK is in the business of...

Adam Lowe is the Chief Product & Innovation Officer at CompoSecure. From the government labs in the defense department to the burgeoning blockchain technology market, Dr. Adam Lowe has been on the cutting-edge of innovation. Lowe created Arculus®, named for the Roman god of safes and...

Riley is the Director of Strategic Expansion for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at Worldpay, leading the team that is responsible for expanding and enhancing Worldpay’s domestic payment capabilities within the region. She’s held multiple roles across Worldpay within marketing, public relations...

Katie Mala'ebeh is a seasoned marketing professional with over 11 years of experience specializing in companies at the forefront of innovation within their respective sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Marketing at Yo Telecom, Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her...

Dr. T. B. (Mac) McClelland, Jr., is the Chairman of The Luxury Council International, a by-invitation professional organization whose 1100 brand members market products and services to high net worth individuals.  Mac is also the President and CEO of Center House Ltd., a management consulting and...

Dharmendra Mehta is the Group Head of E-Commerce at Lal's Group. He has over 25 years of experience in building and scaling retail, e-commerce and omni-channel businesses across the Middle East and Asia. At Lal's Group, he is responsible for building digital journeys for the group's...

Paul Melotto is a seasoned financial professional with a track record of over 20 years of success in the financial industry both locally and internationally. He is a visionary leader who established Alraedah and played a key role in positioning the organization as a market leader focused on serving ...

Joaquin Mencía is the Chief Innovation Officer at Chalhoub Group, the largest retailer and distributor of luxury brands in the Middle East and North Africa. He oversees the different innovation efforts across the Group including Corporate Innovation, Beauty & Fashion Innovation, The Content...

My professional and academic experience spans over 40 years, I worked in varied industries e.g., Travel & Tourism, Banking & Finance, Hospitality, Advertising, Pharmaceutical, Transportation & Logistics, where I held senior positions, my industry experience is in Australia and India. I...

Kate Midttun is Chief Executive Officer at Acorn Strategy. She has 20 years of experience in strategic marketing consulting with a specialisation in destination marketing and a deep sector knowledge across the real estate, leisure and hospitality industries in Australia, United Arab...

Maher Mikati has been the chief executive officer of areeba since 2017. He is leading the company into a regional payment processing provider in the Middle East and Africa by powering banks, fintechs, merchants, governments and individuals with the latest payment technology solutions and...

As a CEO, Sabina leads all key operational functions of Mappable — a company that goes beyond major western urban hubs offering its clients customizable and locally-relevant mapping and routing solutions using quality local geodata. She is responsible for implementing company strategies, drawing...

Inspired by many, touched by a few, a teacher to some, a student to all.™ Mohamed Muraj serves as the Director of Global Social Media Channels for Standard Chartered, overseeing the execution of the Bank's global social media strategy. In this capacity, he drives social advocacy...

More Than Fifteen years of diverse work experience in banking industry, He has been worked in several domains like treasury, remittance, investment and digital areas. He has experience in Product management, Business process automation, Agile transformation, payments and new technologies that are...

Walid’s leadership comes with a diverse, long and rich experience that goes for over 30 years in 5 different industries and in 8 countries as well as strong academic background gained in 3 different countries. Academically, Walid is an Electrical and Communications Engineer from Alexandria...

Dimitrios is responsible for managing Verifone’s global product line, which includes the retail, financial and petroleum solutions in Central & Eastern Europe as well as Middle East and Africa region  with special focus on emerging technologies. Mr. Nakis speaks regularly on these topics at...

Sandeep Narayanan is a seasoned leader with more than a decade of experience in e-commerce, manufacturing, retail, and distribution. He is currently the Senior Vice President of the 1st African NYSE-listed e-commerce platform Jumia.com.   Sandeep's career in Africa started, with his...

Shereen Nassar is the global Director of Logistics Studies at Heriot-Watt University. She is an active member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) UAE and the chair of the Next Generation Committee. Shereen developed a strategic partnership with the Chartered Institute of...

A dynamic and highly-accomplished IT executive, having the diverse experience on both sides of the table, as a customer and as a vendor, I have acquired both the experience and skill to consult, design and launch technology transformations that drive business results.My overall experience has made...

Anatoly is a seasoned leader in the Banking and Tech industry, focusing on lending and risk management. Throughout his career, he built up and led high-performing risk teams, constructed strongly growing and profitable credit portfolios and spearheaded large-scale transformations under new...

As a leader driving the business, my role is to maximize the return on the $10bn investment being made by the group linked closely with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by having the right positioning and leading the strategic and tactical efforts for all the verticals. Aiming to maximize returns and...

Mall Division General Manager, Sharaf Group Nancy Ozbek is a career retail industry professional with more than 20 years of experience. Prior to joining the dynamic team at Sharaf Group as the Mall Division General Manager responsible for Times Square Center, & Dubai Jewel Tower, located in...

With nearly two decades immersed in the ever-evolving realm of technology,  Faisal brings a wealth of experience that spans across diverse sectors. For over 13 years, he has navigated the intricate landscape of Retail tech, optimizing operations, and driving innovation. Recently, his journey led...

Business Strategy, Operations, Product Development Professional with over 12 years in business operations, enterprise-wide strategy and performance management, new business development, and change management. Consistent track record of revenue growth, successful product-line...

Currently leading finance divisions for the businesses of: Crypto, Equity, Savings & Lending at N26. Has a proven track record across three distinct regions – Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe. This experience spans both corporate banking giants such as BBVA, Scotiabank and American...

Ajish is the Commercial Director for MEA, India & Pakistan for Insider. He comes with 10+ years of experience across various industries and for the last 8 years, he has dedicated his career to marketing technology consultation. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies and the hottest startups...

Hisham Qasim is a seasoned retail professional with over 15 years of experience, currently holding the esteemed position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Toys"R"Us. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated his exceptional leadership abilities, playing a pivotal role in...

Omar is a senior executive who industry’s most reputable partners place him at the core of their relationships and consider him to be a critical player in the success of their business partnerships. His previous experiences  have ranged from establishing and managing start-ups to formulating...

Rami Rabia is an e-commerce and digital marketing expert based in Dubai. He currently assists businesses in transforming their digital customer journeys by leveraging their online presence and capitalizing on the platform economy. Rami has utilized cutting-edge technology to enhance customer...

With a dynamic journey spanning over a decade within hospitality marketing, I have had the pleasure to steer the course of innovation and digital evolution. Currently honored to serve as the Cluster Director of Marketing & Communications for Movenpick Hotels & Resorts - Jordan for the past...

Abdul Waheed Rathore Group Chief Compliance Officer Dubai Islamic Bank 17th January 2022 – Current   Waheed Rathore is the Group Chief Compliance Officer at Dubai Islamic Bank, with over 30 years of experience in Banking. In the last 24 years, Waheed has established himself as a thought...

Having graduated from Westminster University with a degree in Business & Marketing, London-born Rakhee relocated to the UAE in 2009 and worked as a multi-disciplinary marcomms specialist both client and agency side across the luxury sector, in addition to providing strategic counsel to...

Azam is from Hertfordshire in the UK and has been selling enterprise software for more than 20 years, mainly to the FS sector. The last 15 years have been dedicated to solving compliance, KYC and Fraud challenges for clients in the Middle East region. He is a former councillor and enjoys...

Originally from Malaga (Spain), Miguel completed his bachelor studies in Economics and Business, before specializing in Digital Marketing with a Master at Hult International Business School in London. He started his professional career in the UK working for MintTwist digital agency in the role of...

Valdez K. Russell is a distinguished communications and public relations strategist, recognized as a leader in his field. His dynamic approach to reputation management has profoundly shaped the narrative of brands, driving their success through compelling and innovative strategies. As the...

Group Data & Analytics Officer, Leading the Data, Analytics, and AI at ALJ. Career of 25 years of experience in several leadership roles including Digital Transformation, IT Director, Customer Service Leadership, and PMO. With diverse experience in executive leadership, technology background...

As a Senior Operational Risk Officer at Emirates Development Bank (EDB), I design and implement the Operational Risk Management Framework and Business Continuity Management for the organization. I also develop and monitor policies and procedures to embed the risk culture across all functions and...

Former Director of Oman National PKI holding a Master of Science in Information Systems from Sultan Qaboos University with 17 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security and risk management, digital identity and trust services, digital transformation, Data Mining and Business...

A dynamic and multi-disciplinary creative professional who thrives at the intersection of Brand Design and Creative Marketing. With a passion for storytelling and an eye for detail, Eyzell has embarked on an extraordinary journey that has led her to become a young trailblazer. As the Marketing...

Todd Schweitzer is CEO and Co-founder at Brankas, a leading global open finance technology provider. Todd has held senior roles in private equity and management consulting, spanning technology, the public sector, and financial services. He holds dual bachelor's degrees from the University of...

Dr. Ahmed Sedky is a well-rounded Vice President – Procurement at Al Ghurair Investment and a Doctor of Business with more than 25 years of experience across multicultural Groups in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the United States, UK, and Egypt. His experience extends to various...

Ketaki, one of Asia's top 100 leaders in Marketing & Communications in 2022, excels with 12+ years in brand marketing, PR, and building consumer loyalty. Her career began at Kingfisher Airlines in Mumbai, overseeing airline partnerships and a loyalty program, leading a large team across 13...

Aasim Shaikh is a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary marketer, renowned for his innovative approach to digital branding and storytelling. Graduating from the esteemed Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Aasim has amassed over 17 years of marketing experience, honing his skills in various facets...

With over 20 years' experience in both Marketing and eCommerce and having worked for some of the world's most famous brands, Rob now works for the Alshaya Group and has been resident here in Dubai for the last 3 years.  Rob is responsible for driving long-term profitable growth by leading...

Mirna Sleiman is the Founder and CEO of Fintech Galaxy, a Central Bank licensed Open Finance platform operating in the UAE, KSA, Egypt and other markets across the MENA region. Mirna set the company’s mission to revolutionize the financial services industry with an open API infrastructure that...

Milica Smudja is a commercially driven marketing professional with more than 15 years of international experience in consumer marketing, digital marketing, business-to-business marketing, partnership, sponsorship, etc. Her journey in this dynamic field began in the UAE with Miral Experiences, where ...

Ricky Solanki is co-founder of Push, a global marketing company, with an office in Dubai serving the MENA region. During his 20 years of experience in online marketing & advertising, he has witnessed the industry's evolution and been at the forefront of all technological change, now deep in ...

Prashant is an accomplished leader with over 15 years of global experience in building businesses and leading cross-functional teams. As the Director of Shopping, Grocery, and Dark Stores at Deliveroo, he is responsible for managing the performance of three strategically crucial departments that...

What do I do? Group Chief Digital & Technology Officer, DP & DD          Alamar Foods Company Chief Operating Officer, Domino’s Pizza International Markets  Alamar Foods Company General Manager Marketing, Domino’s Pizza     Jubilant Foodworks Operations Manager, North India Region    ...

With over two decades of experience in technology and innovation, Tayfun Topkoç has occupied various high-ranking roles in sales, marketing, business development, country and regional management. At Akinon, he spearheads growth endeavors globally as EVP of Global Growth, leveraging his profound...

James Twiss Chief Executive Officer, Beforepay Group   James Twiss is an experienced banker and a data scientist who works at the intersection of data science, artificial intelligence, and consumer lending. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Beforepay Group, a mission-driven...

Farah is the Head of E-commerce at Coty, overseeing operations in the Middle East and Africa. Previously, spearheaded  Beauty and non-fashion at Namshi, elevating luxury and accessible beauty brands through innovative activations and collaborations.  Her initiatives included innovative...

An experienced technologist, my early corporate successes led me to form my own enterprise software company, while also leading an advanced engineering company to its M&A. I'm a former Senior Adviser at UK trade & investment, where I used my time to build contacts in technology, IoT...

Working with strong leaders and retailers throughout her career has allowed her to develop a strong track record of coaching strong teams, creating and delivering soft and hard skill training sessions and successfully working with teams to create a successful retail business. Miche has had a unique ...

John is responsible for Amplience’s research and development and has a track record of matching technical innovation with business strategy. John was previously CTO and Head of Technology at LBi, the global digital agency, and has an MBA from Imperial College.

Polly Williams has more than 20 years’ experience in the PR and Marketing world. Starting her career in-house for a luxury fashion retailer, Polly soon moved agency side working at MediaCom and UM in London before moving to Asia to work with clients such as Procter & Gamble, Nestle and...

Isabella Williamson is an AI consultant and coach specialising in PR, communications and marketing. She uses her deep expertise in AI and strategic communications to help professionals confidently and responsibly use generative AI to address industry-specific challenges. She has worked on...

Onur is a highly accomplished marketing professional with over 20 years of experience in the consumer goods industry. Currently, he serves as the Chief Marketing Officer for Procter & Gamble Turkey, Caucasus, and Central Asia. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing, and is a board member of the Turkey...

Mr. KEY (Karnika E. Yashwant) is a parallel entrepreneur building and supporting the next billion-dollar start-ups. Founder of KEY Difference (Accelerator & VC) and Co-founder of Forward Protocol, he has been in the blockchain space since 2013. He focuses on building fundamentally strong...

A seasoned C-Level Executive with over 20 years of international experience in the telecom industry with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and customer base expansion in the telecom industry.

Mustafa Zaatari occupied both the creative and strategic roles over the sum of 15 years, during that time he excelled by leading ToYou as a Chief brand Officer & Riyadh Bank by becoming the 8th best brand for three consecutive years & doubled its brand value during the same period, Lead...

As a seasoned professional in the realm of Digital Banking and Communications, Zafar Ali boasts a wealth of over 22 years of extensive international experience dedicated to steering and implementing strategies for sophisticated, enterprise-level solutions in both B2B and B2C environments. ...