Speaker

20+ years of cross-functional, cross-vertical business leadership experience with an entrepreneurial flair for digitally enabled business innovation and growth across mature and emerging industries.

A proven expert leading Digital and Innovation for ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) - Distribution for the largest retail network of over 450+ locations in the UAE. Previously headed innovation for the $27 Bn Emirates Group – dnata leading the complete future technology roadmap, foundation for autonomous AI operations, digital channels, apps and platforms with expansion to new business models and revenue streams. Also, headed Digital and Innovation for Veon Group Amsterdam's Jazz (Mobilink), a telecom leader with 235 million+ subscribers worldwide. Established the complete digital function and strategy from scratch. Successfully led the digital consolidation of the brand with Omnichannel eCommerce enablement, 4 m+ social media followers and completed the in-market launch of the global Veon platform - the no.1 free app in stores in the country.

Secured setup of the largest tech incubator and accelerator in emerging markets with a cumulative investment of $5.4 m. Built a successful BPO operations with annual revenues in excess of $9.8 m and designed the first child led intuitive learning program for the largest education network in Asia.