2025 Speakers

Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo is an accomplished business leader and a public speaker with a proven track record of steering companies to become leading players in their fields across the MENA, Africa and APAC regions. After over five years at Checkout.com, Remo took on the role of General...

Kareem Abdel-Rahman Head of Global Transaction Banking, QNB-Egypt With 19 years of extensive banking experience, Kareem is a distinguished leader in Global Transaction Banking. His journey in the financial sector began in 2006 at NSGB, specializing in trade operations before transitioning to...

- Experienced Project Manager driving ICT and entrepreneurship initiatives with a focus on innovation and strategic impact. - Agile & Scrum specialist, boosting team performance and delivery efficiency. - Award-winning innovator in digital solutions, AI integration, and technology...

Omnia is a CX professional with more than 20 years of diversified multi-national experience. She is passionate about creating strong strategies for taking the customer centricity to the next levels, always seeking opportunities to capitalize on customers’ insights, promoting continuous improvement...

Kerem Emre Akarlar is a seasoned marketing and business leader with over 21 years of experience across the MENA region, Turkey, and global markets. As the Managing Director of Ingage MENA, a subsidiary of Koç Holding, he leads the agency’s expansion into the UAE with a clear mission: to deliver...

Asmik Akopyan is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Marketing Officer with a proven track record of success in the digital commerce industry. As a founding member of Myzoi, a leading e-commerce platform, Asmik brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a keen understanding of...

Naima is Senior Vice President Portfolio Strategy at Mubadala. She holds Master Degrees in both Computer Science and Finance & Investments. Naima also completed her Executive Education in Artificial Intelligence at MIT. Throughout her career, Naima has built a multi-industry expertise working...

Hassan Al Noon is a seasoned technology executive with a proven track record of driving innovation and digital transformation in the e-commerce industry. As the Senior Vice President of Technology at AstraTech, a leading digital commerce solutions provider, Hassan leads a team of talented...

Kareem joined talabat's Grocery and Retail business in 2020, at the peak of COVID-19, as talabat was expanding its grocery business to meet growing customer demand. Since 2021, he has led the Retail Media side of the business, which he helped launch and grow across all eight countries where...

Louay Al Samarrai is a seasoned professional with a passion for digital marketing and communications. As the Managing Partner at Active Digital Marketing Communications, Louay brings over 15 years of experience in the industry. With a strong background in developing and implementing innovative...

Khalil Alami is the founder and CEO of the leading online payment gateway company Telr and has more than 23 years of proven leadership experience within the financial services, fintech, as well as the payments and card industries across the United States, UAE, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.   Under...

I am an analytics-driven, M-shaped growth specialist with a decade of experience in the mobile-web ecosystem. My expertise lies in orchestrating data-driven strategies that optimize acquisition and retention funnels, supported by a deep understanding of mobile growth stacks, database marketing, and ...

Nabeel Al Kharabsheh comes with over a decade of experience, working with the world’s logistical giants in the UAE and abroad. Al Kharabsheh has comprehensive knowledge within the logistics and supply chain space, working closely with various courier businesses, in freight forwarding, project...

Wisam Amid is a visionary leader and the Chief Executive Officer of Xische & Co, a leading strategic consultancy and creative agency based in the Middle East. With a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the digital commerce space, Wisam is a sought-after expert in the...

Fares Antoun is a fintech expert with over two decades of experience in digital transformation, payments, and strategic digital partnerships. A sought-after speaker at major conferences, he shares insights on emerging technologies and their impact on finance, business, society, and digital...

Jyothsna Appaiah is a seasoned professional with a strong background in digital commerce and e-commerce strategies. With a wealth of experience in the field, Jyothsna has honed her expertise through her work at Herriot Watt University, where she has been instrumental in shaping the future of...

Sandeep Arora is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in driving business growth and excellence. As the Director of Strategy and Business Excellence at AW Rostamani, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a keen eye for market trends and a strategic...

Mohammad Ayesh is a dynamic professional with a passion for driving growth and innovation in the digital commerce space. Currently serving as the SMB Lead at TikTok, Mohammad brings a wealth of experience in helping small and medium-sized businesses leverage the power of digital platforms to...

Eng. Muhanad Azzeh is currently the President of Prema Group. A visionary entrepreneur, proud geek and enterprising investor. Prema Group is a privately owned company, based in Amman since 2011 with creative leadership keen to create, grow and manage a very stable profile. Since establishment to...

Jon Barber is a seasoned communications and marketing executive with over 25 years of experience in strategic brand positioning, stakeholder engagement, and corporate communications. As Vice President of Communications and Marketing at TECOM Group, a major publicly listed company in Dubai, Jon...

Anastasiya Bardunova is the founder of Makers PR, a strategic communications agency supporting innovative tech companies in building impactful brands.Anastasiya is a communications expert with over 10 years of international experience, guiding startups and established tech companies through...

Well-rounded senior financial professional with diversified experience of over two decades across consulting, retail, corproate and transaction banking, payments, cash management, trade finance, fintec collaboration, financial inclusion & literacy and digital transformation.Presently working as ...

  I'm Marianna Boguslavsky, a digital strategy and marketing specialist with over 15 years of international digital marketing experience. I have led multi-cultural teams and managed global marketing campaigns for companies in Dubai, London, South Africa, and Slovenia. I have worked with high...

Imad Boumahdi is the Founder and CEO of PayTic, a fintech company transforming how financial institutions manage chargebacks, reconciliation,  and other operational processes. With a mission to bring clarity, automation, and scalability to the backend of payments, PayTic enables banks and...

As the Chief Product & Technology Officer at IDCentriq, Corey is responsible for driving the company’s strategic vision from concept to reality. Corey leads the development and operations of IDCentriq’s secure, enterprise-grade biometric identity platform, with a strong focus on innovative...

Dr. Franklin Cachia is a distinguished legal and tax expert with deep expertise in financial regulation, compliance, and international taxation. As Director & Lead Consultant at CSB Group, he delivers high-level strategic guidance on complex tax and regulatory frameworks. Holding a Doctor of...

Ashutosh Chakradeo is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Retail Officer with extensive experience in the retail industry. Currently serving as the Chief Retail Officer for CHOITHRAMS in the GCC region, Ashutosh is known for his strategic vision and innovative approach to digital commerce. With a...

Deepti brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the luxury sector, with a distinguished career spanning global brands and prestigious roles. She spent over nine years with the Al Tayer Group in Dubai, managing iconic luxury brands such as Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Bvlgari, Range...

Poonam Chawla is a dynamic and visionary leader with a passion for driving innovation and empowering women in the digital commerce space. As the Chief Visionary Officer of The Women's Board of Directors, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a background in...

Manuel Cigala is a Senior Strategy Manager at Edgar, Dunn & Company, a leading global management consultancy specialising in payments and digital financial services. Manuel is a visionary strategist known for his innovative approach to driving digital transformation and enhancing customer...

Rashindu Croos is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Pulse iD, a fintech company revolutionizing customer loyalty and rewards through AI-driven personalization. With over a decade of experience in product strategy and innovation, Rashindu has been instrumental in scaling Pulse iD’s...

Vernon has 24 years of experience having worked for Unilever, Mondelez, The Estee Lauder Companies, Colgate Palmolive, The Body Shop and The Alshaya Group in the UAE, Asia, North America and Europe.  Vernon is currently the Chief Strategy & Growth officer at Brahma AI Systems working on...

Simon DahlmanManaging Director, VentiQSimon is the Managing Director of VentiQ, a network of payments and banking specialists supporting fintechs, financial institutions, and investors across global markets. VentiQ helps clients shape strategy, plan market entry, and drive transformation—while also ...

Innovation Advisor | Industrial Transformation | Former Accenture MD  Wolfgang Decker is a seasoned transformation leader and board-level advisor with 25+ years of international experience at the intersection of technology, operations, and strategy. As a former Global Managing Director at...

With over 11 years of experience in digital marketing, I am currently the Global Digital Marketing Manager for Philips Hue at Signify, the world leader in lighting solutions. I’ve led and executed omnichannel marketing strategies across web, app, SEO, and paid media channels, adapting brand...

With over 20 years of experience across EMEA markets and sectors including UK national press, tech, telecommunications, entertainment, and finance, Rachel Devereux is a dynamic brand leader known for crafting impactful strategies and delivering innovative initiatives. Her deep expertise spans brand ...

Bringing two decades of experience in the fast-paced world of digital marketing, Caroline is the Managing Director of Cosmopole – a UAE-based agency known for its multi-disciplinary approach to blending PR, digital, and performance marketing. A firm believer in the power of technology to transform ...

Khaled Eid is a digital transformation expert at the World Economic Forum, and the Founding Director of Executive Education at Nile University.As a digital transformation strategist and professor of practice, he designed and delivered C-level executive programs for fortune 500 companies. A...

Digital advertising executive with 18 years of experience in MarTech and AdTech, currently leading Amazon Ads' agency and programmatic teams across MENA and Turkey. Throughout my career, I've driven digital transformation initiatives across diverse verticals including...

Shaimaa is an award-winning Communications Strategist with 15 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, integrated marketing, PR, and storytelling across MENA. She has most recently been featured in PR Week's Middle East Power Book 2024 and was listed on Campaign ME PR...

Zeina El Sheikh is a seasoned marketing and communications leader with two decades of experience spanning corporate communications, marketing, media relations, employee engagement, brand strategy, and sustainability.Currently serving as Director of Marketing, Communications, Sustainability, and...

  I’m a passionate digital marketing professional with over 12 years of experience, always looking for innovative ways to make an impact. I believe in the power of creativity and technology, especially AI, to transform the way we approach marketing. My expertise lies in healthcare and real estate ...

Manal Eltahawy is an accomplished Account Manager at TikTok with a proven track record of driving digital commerce strategies to success. With a keen understanding of the ever-evolving digital landscape, Manal excels at developing innovative solutions that help brands maximize their presence and...

Results-driven marketing professional with 7+ years of experience in driving brand growth and innovation across the FMCG and e-commerce sectors. Proven track record in managing high-impact marketing strategies, launching successful products, and expanding market presence in the MENA region. Skilled ...

Professor Muhammad Ali Farmer BSc, MA, PhD is the CEO of Appbank, a life peer of the Institute of Director and Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute UK. He is the founder and Chairman of the British Institute of Technology, England. He is an expert on e- strategy and international...

With more than 10 years of experience in digital marketing, PR, and events, I specialize in leading high-impact campaigns and agile teams across the Middle East. Recently, I’ve been working closely with government entities across both private and public sectors, driving data-led strategies, brand...

David Frank is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the fintech industry. Currently serving as the Head of Sales at Paytestlab, David is a strategic leader with a proven track record of driving business growth and fostering strong client relationships. With a deep...

Sarah Garner is the innovative Founder and CEO of Retykle, a pioneering digital commerce platform revolutionizing the way we approach sustainable fashion. With a passion for environmental conservation and a keen eye for business opportunities, Sarah has successfully merged her expertise in...

Nisrine Ghazal is a dynamic and accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in the digital media industry. As the Vice President of Digital at Rotana Media Services and a Board Member of IAB MENA, she brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise to the table. With a...

Philip GlickmanManaging Director, International, In-Solutions Global Philip Glickman is a seasoned payments and fintech professional with experience across New York, Singapore, and Hong Kong. At In-Solutions Global, he leads global expansion and strategic partnerships, building...

Anton Golub is Chief Business Officer at Freedx, newly launched crypto-currency exchange, headquarted in Dubai, UAE. Anton is an advisor, founding member and Chairman of SwissAssetDAO, and an Advisor & Venture Partner at Full Stack VC.  Anton founded & served as CEO of flovtec, Swiss...

Abhinav Gupta is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Executive Officer with a proven track record of success in the Gulf Region's automotive industry. With a strong background in digital commerce and a passion for innovation, Abhinav has led CARS24 to new heights as a pioneer in the online car...

Hesham Hamdy is an accomplished marketing leader with over 20 years of experience driving innovation and digital transformation in the pharmaceutical industry across the Middle East and Africa. As the Regional Marketing Head at one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, he leads...

Kate Hardcastle MBE, a.k.a. The Customer Whisperer is a global expert on consumer insight supporting some of the world’s biggest brands including Disney & Marks & Spencer on consumer insight and evolving vision into value She appears daily in the media as the go-to business expert providing ...

Mansoor Hasan is a seasoned marketing professional with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in the digital commerce space. As the Marketing Director at Huawei, Mansoor brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a keen understanding of consumer behavior and...

Nauman Hassan, Regional Director for Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan  Nauman Hassan, holds the position of Regional Director for the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENAP) at Paymentology.In this role, Nauman serves as the strategic liaison for Paymentology's clients in the...

Benedicte Hennebo is a visionary leader in the technology and innovation sector, currently serving as the Ambassador for The Women's Board of Directors. With a strong background in digital commerce and a passion for driving positive change through technology, Benedicte is dedicated to...

Jonathan Holman Head of Open Finance UAE Jonathan Holman has led the Open Finance initiative since its inception in 2022 as part of the CBUAE’s Financial Infrastructure Program. Supported by visionary leadership from Nebras’ Chairman and CBUAE Assistant Governor Saif Humaid Hamad...

Nizam is CEO and Founder of Ethikom Consultancy, a Singapore-based compliance  consultancy. Nizam draws upon his previous regulatory experience as regulator with the Monetary Authority of Singapore, his compliance background as Head of Compliance at international banks and his legal background to...

Jeevesh Jha Director - Transaction Banking Sales, Cash Stamdard Chartered Bank, UAE 

Christian Jomaa is an accomplished Account Executive at AppsFlyer with a proven track record of driving success in the digital commerce industry. With a keen understanding of the evolving landscape of digital commerce, Christian excels at developing strategic partnerships and delivering innovative...

Mr. Omar Juarez leads Non-Financial Risk at Nubank Mexico, driving the non-financial risk management strategy. He is an industry expert in digital risk prevention and cyber resilience in the financial services sector, with over a decade of experience in cybersecurity, modern technologies and risk...

Ahmed K. Mohammed is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience driving innovation and growth in the telecom and electronic payment industries. He is the Chief Investment Officer at ISC, where he shapes the future of payments in Iraq. Throughout his career, Ahmed has held leadership...

David Karnstedt, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Branch, is a seasoned operating executive, board member, and advisor for technology companies.  For over 25 years, David has provided executive leadership with consistent focus and execution throughout the marketing technology ecosystem. David has a ...

Ishneet Kaur is a dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record in international business development. As the Head of International Business at VIRGIO, she brings a wealth of experience in driving strategic partnerships and expanding market reach. With a keen understanding of...

Tejal is a global Subject Matter Expert for Fraud & Identity, partnering with banks worldwide to develop effective, AI-driven solutions against emerging fraud threats. Before joining Feedzai, Tejal served as the Global Senior Manager for Fraud and Analytics at HSBC, where she helped to protect...

Linda Kender is a distinguished senior brand executive and entrepreneur with a proven track record in business development, strategic planning, and brand management. As the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Trepezzi Swimwear, she spearheaded the launch and growth of an internationally recognized...

Andrew is an experienced executive in the payments industry,  having spent over 25 years in leadership roles with organisations such as Barclaycard, Mastercard, Elavon and Network International.  His experience has taken him from the UK, into Europe, and for the last 8 years operating across the...

Sameh Khairy is a dynamic leader in the financial industry, currently serving as the Head of Cash Management & Digital Solutions at Credit Agricole Egypt. With over 15 years of experience in the banking sector, Sameh has a proven track record of driving innovation and implementing cutting-edge...

Experienced leader in digital product, engineering, transformation & consulting. 18+ years of global experience in banking, fintech, eCommerce, and venture capital. Mentor & Advisor at Ignyte (DIFC).

Georg Knoerr is the Vice President of Client Operations at Mozn, where he empowers businesses to achieve seamless compliance and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With a career spanning roles at leading fintechs and banks such as Lean Technologies, Wio Bank, TrueLayer, and Monzo Bank, Georg ...

Imad Lahad Global Chair, AI & Intelligence Imad Lahad is an expert in AI, intelligence, and disruptive technologies. Currently serving as the Global Chair of AI & Intelligence at APCO, he leads initiatives that harness emerging technologies to drive innovation and transformative solutions ...

Armelle Liverton is one of the pioneering team members at Retykle and has contributed significantly to the company's growth over the years. With a diverse background spanningmarketing, communications, business development, data analytics, and sustainability, Armelle now spearheads Retykle's ...

Aarti Rupani is a dynamic and results-driven Marketing Director with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in the digital commerce space. With over a decade of experience in marketing and e-commerce, Aarti has a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends. Currently...

Deepak Mehra serves as the Chief Economist at Commercial Bank of Dubai, where he is primarily responsible for analyzing the macroeconomic landscape to identify emerging risks and opportunities that impact the bank's various functions. He is also a member of the executive board of CBD Financial...

Karolis Merkys is a seasoned professional in the digital commerce industry, currently serving as the Head of Digital Products at AWRostamani. With a strong background in e-commerce and digital marketing, Karolis brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role.Throughout his career, Karolis...

Vladislavs Mironovs is responsible for driving CBD Group digital transformation and innovation. He has over two decades of experience in financial services. Prior to joining CBD, Vlad developed a digital challenger bank in the Baltics, Citadele, and launched the payments and BNPL FinTech...

Eng. Firas Moazzen E-Commerce Manager for ASQ Group (Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Co.) managing all the E-Commerce and digital transformation in the group since 2014 with long experience in retails online and offline business. Managing 5 deferent online stores for the group, He established and developed...

Malek Mroueh has over 30 years of experience in the card and payments industry and has undertaken a number of leadership roles throughout his career. He has an in-depth knowledge of global payment landscapes and has lived and worked in the European, Middle East and South East Asian regions.  Malek ...

Akshata Namjoshi, Associate Partner at KARM, brings a decade of regulatory experience in banking and finance, with more than seven years in the UAE. She leads KARM’s Fintech, Payments, and Gaming sectors, advising on structuring, licensing, and compliance. Akshata has been instrumental in drafting...

Basel Joined Network in 2023 to build and launch a broad suite of value-add-services for merchants and financial institutions across multiple verticals including consumer and merchant financing, loyalty, business management and payouts, with an aim to increase profitability and convenience for...

Omar Noueihed is a dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record in media and digital commerce. As the Head of Media at Versuni, a leading digital commerce company, Omar brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a keen eye for innovation and a deep...

As an as an ex-Reuters financial consultan, with over 30 years of experience in finance and technology his passion for entrepreneurial innovations is evident from his previous role as the CTO of one of the largest banks in the Middle East, where he helped establish one of the largest Neo-Banks...

Izu Nwachukwu is a seasoned Digital Strategy and Marketing expert with a remarkable 19-year+ career in Africa, Europe and the MENA region. With senior roles in organisations such as Edelman (the world’s largest PR agency) and LinkedIn, he guides government and large corporate organizations in...

Anil Oncu is the CEO of Bitpace, a leading crypto payment gateway driving innovation in B2B transactions, where his mission is building and growing the global business. Over the last 25 years, he has been dedicated to the development and oversight of diverse online ventures in areas such as...

Miquel is a C-level Retail Management Executive with broad geographical expertise in top leading Fortune 500 companies covering the Retail, e-commerce and FMCG industries. Currently COO at Desertcart, Miquel is in charge of scaling up the global operations of Desertcart, delivering to 100+...

Sudarshan Pareek is an experienced investor with a demonstrated history of investing across growth stages and regions. He has led investments in category creators and leaders in India, MENA, and Southeast Asia.He leads CE-Ventures’ investments across the regions (MENA, US, India and Southeast...

Elif Parlak is the Co-Founder of Dataroid. She is an Electrical & Electronics Engineer with more than 15 years of experience across various sectors, including telecommunications, business consultancy, banking, and start-ups. She has deep expertise in business strategy development, product...

In the bustling city of Gurgaon, Mr. Udit Pathak's life unfolds like a captivating narrative, weaving the threads of family legacy, economic upheavals, and the indomitable spirit of entrepreneurship. Udit's journey finds its roots in the ancestral business of crockery manufacturing, a...

Dr Sarah Percy is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Birmingham, bringing over a decade of senior-level marketing and communications experience across the luxury retail and healthcare sectors. With more than 11 years of teaching experience at prestigious Russell Group...

Margherita Peritore is a visionary marketing and communications executive with a proven track record of elevating luxury brands across global markets. With over nine years of experience spanning Milan, Paris, London, Monte Carlo, New York, Dubai, and Riyadh, she specializes in brand...

Bekir Polat is the Vice President in charge of Overseas Activities at the Presidential Investment and Financial Office of Türkiye. Prior to this role, he served as the Head of the Communications Department at the Investment Office after holding various positions. From 2007 to 2017, he worked as a...

Kimberley Purcell is a dynamic and results-driven Ecommerce Trading Director with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation in the digital commerce space. With extensive experience in the retail industry, Kimberley currently holds a key leadership position at Chalhoub Group, a leading...

Khalid Radi is the CEO of mazeed, a fast-growing financial management platform transforming how businesses handle accounting, tax, and invoicing across the GCC. With over 15 years of experience in finance, banking, and digital transformation, Khalid brings a strong mix of strategic vision and...

Mohamed Rahouma is an experienced Agency Partnership Manager at TikTok, specializing in forging strategic alliances and driving business growth through innovative digital marketing solutions. With a proven track record of success in the digital commerce industry, Mohamed is a dynamic and...

Inzamam Rashid is a seasoned journalist with a passion for uncovering stories that make an impact. With a career spanning over a decade, he has worked with various media outlets, honing his skills in investigative reporting and storytelling. Inzamam's work is characterized by his dedication to...

Digital Banking and Fintech expert passionate about business transformation techniques 

Claudia Raya-Garcia is a seasoned Media Manager with a wealth of experience in digital marketing and offline media strategies in the MEIAT region for Parfums Christian Dior. With a strong background in the beauty and luxury industry, Claudia has a proven track record of driving successful campaigns ...

Sara Raza is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in the financial services industry, currently serving as the Head of Co-Brand Products at Emirates NBD. With over a decade of experience in the banking sector, Sara possesses a deep understanding of digital commerce trends and...

Ramy Refaat is a forward-thinking Digital Transformation Manager at the National Bank of Egypt, with a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the financial industry. With over a decade of experience in fintech and digital banking, Ramy is a visionary leader who is passionate about...

Rehan is a seasoned and award-winning Technology Intrapreneur with over 15 years of extensive experience in Digital Commerce and Digital Transformation. Currently, he is at the helm of global technology and eCommerce teams for the renowned fashion apparel brand, Khaadi, where he leads the brand’s...

Dr. M Robel – Transformational Leader & Business Strategist With 24+ years of expertise in logistics, supply chain, operations, and sales optimization, Dr. Robel is a dynamic leader passionate about driving digital transformation, process excellence, and sustainable growth. A Doctoral Researcher ...

Expert in AML legislation and its compliance with a considerable work background as an AML / CFT officer, providing corporate legal support for an all-in-one KYC/AML solution for more than 5 years. As a CySEC-certified AML compliance officer and ICA member, Arina possesses a deep understanding of...

Jigar Sagar is a serial entrepreneur, visionary investor and strategic government advisor. He has launched and scaled over 31 ventures with a combined value of over $350 million. His success in creating businesses that merge technology with business solutions has made him a key architect of the...

Mohamed Salahuddin is an Investment Associate at +VC, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in tech startups across MENA and its diaspora. He has a background in finance, fintech, and sustainable investing. Previously, he was a Senior Analyst at the Central Bank of Bahrain, working on...

Ahmed brings over 14 years of digital marketing experience, including 8 years in the GCC, MENA regions, and internationally. He used to work with different brands Rasan Software,  Tap payments, Rain Crypto, and ROIHunter.   

Tatiana Sarkis is a seasoned digital commerce expert with a passion for innovation and technology. With a strong background in e-commerce and digital marketing, Tatiana has spent over a decade working with leading companies to drive growth and enhance online customer experiences. Currently serving...

Since joining Al-Futtaim Automotive in January 2022, Laureline Schwarz has led the company’s global corporate communications strategy, shaping its narrative and amplifying its industry presence across key markets. As Head of Global Corporate Communication & PR, she drives strategic media...

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

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...

Ahmad Shames Edin Senior Marketing Manager | Brand Strategist | Digital Marketing Expert With almost 20 years of experience in brand management, I have built a career driving strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing brand presence, and delivering impactful campaigns in the automotive and real...

**Profile Bio:**Accomplished Marketing and Ecommerce Director with over a decade of experience in the fashion retail sector, driving success through a unique blend of business analytics, efficiency optimization, and innovative business development strategies. A results-oriented leader with a proven ...

Yogesh Sharma is a seasoned E-commerce Manager at Beiersdorf with a proven track record of driving business growth through digital commerce strategies . With 8+ years of  of experience in the e-commerce industry, Yogesh has a deep understanding of consumer behavior, market trends, and digital...

Aishwarya Singhal is an accomplished Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University with a passion for digital commerce and its future trends. With a strong academic background and years of experience in the field, Aishwarya brings a unique perspective to the world of e-commerce and digital...

Mirna Sleiman is the Founder and CEO of Fintech Galaxy, a Central Bank licensed Open Finance platform operating in the UAE, KSA, Bahrain, 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...

Milica Smudja is a dynamic and results-driven marketing and communications professional with a proven track record of driving business growth and brand awareness. As the Director of Marketing and Communications at Al Barakah Investment Holding Company, Milica leads strategic initiatives to enhance...

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 ...

Mr. Sumar is currently heading the Technology Division of Albaraka Bank Pakistan having 180+ branches and 225+ ATMs across Pakistan. He has recent track record of various digital banking and technology operations related initiatives to transform the banking services for customers and to improve...

Rahul Swaminathan is a visionary entrepreneur and the Founder of Desert Cart, a leading e-commerce platform in the Middle East. With a strong background in technology and business development, Rahul has been at the forefront of driving innovation in the digital commerce space.Having identified the...

Marketing Advisor for Tech Startups and Scale-ups Marketing Director @ Women in TechMentor For Women in Tech GlobalMentor @ Ignyte

Ahmad Takwa is an accomplished and results-driven Operations Director at Aura Hospitality & Food Services, with over 24 years of extensive experience in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry across the GCC, Middle East, and Europe. Throughout his distinguished career, Ahmad has...

Layla Tamim is a seasoned professional who currently serves as Director of Ad Sales MENA and Digital CEEMENAT at Warner Bros. Discovery. With an impressive length of service of 10 years at the company, Layla has developed her expertise in marketing and ad sales, bringing a wealth of knowledge and...

Kartik Taneja   Kartik has led large and complex businesses in the payments and lending space. He currently leads payments and consumer lending at Mashreq bank, in addition to his role as executive chairman at Neopay – one of the top 5 payments businesses in the MENA region. His previous...

Director at FTI Capital Advisors, a boutique investment banking advisory firm, specializing in telecom, media, and technology across emerging markets.

Stelios Thrasyvoulou is an experienced technology leader with over a decade of expertise transforming the financial trading industry. As Group CTIO at CFI Financial Group, Stelios has been instrumental in driving large-scale digital transformations, redefining trading infrastructures, and enhancing ...

Tayfun Topkoç is the Executive Vice President of Global Growth at Akinon Internet Yatirim ve Proje Gelistirme A.S., a leading technology company specializing in digital commerce solutions. With a proven track record of driving business growth and innovation, Tayfun is a seasoned executive with a...

Pedro is on a mission to free 8 billion people from bureacuracy while empowering to own their data. With many years of experience in technology, innovation and product design, from large telco companies to medium-size companies and start-ups, and a strong research background, Pedro has worked for...

Andreas is a Fintech, Digital and Blockchain professional with over 27 years’ experience. Worked and consulted in several multinationals like Vodafone, Siemens and Saudi Telecom Company. Has been successfully running MWAN for the last 13 years with notable clients like UAE Telecoms Regulator, Abu...

Madhu is a senior product executive with deep experience across fintech, payments, and embedded finance. Currently SVP of Product at Verifone, she leads strategy and execution for the Americas. Previously, she held senior roles at FIS, Marqeta, Visa, and Mastercard, building innovative...

Claire Wang is an international keynote speaker and consultant specializing in pricing strategy and structured communication. With a background spanning banking, Fintech, and telecommunications, she has helped Fortune 500 companies optimize their pricing models to stay competitive in the AI era. ...

Kevin West, Bank Partnerships Lead, Middle East & North America, Wise Platform Kevin West is the Bank Partnerships Lead for the Middle East & North America at Wise Platform, Wise’s global payments infrastructure for banks, financial institutions and enterprises around the world. He is an...

Agata Wolska is an innovative and results-driven professional with extensive experience in management, leadership, and digital payments. With a strong background in financial services and fintech, she has successfully led projects in open banking, PSD2 compliance, and payment integrations across...

Harshith Yarlagadda is a seasoned professional in the digital commerce industry, currently serving as the Head of Performance/Growth at Instashop, a subsidiary of Delivery Hero. With a strong background in performance marketing and growth strategies, Harshith has a proven track record of driving...

Tansu Yeğen was born in 1966 in Istanbul. After graduating from the German High School, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering from Boğaziçi University and completed an MBA at Marmara University. He is fluent in English and German.He began his career at Digital Equipment in...

Demetrios Zamboglou is a visionary leader and expert in the fintech industry, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of BlockFills in the UAE. With a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the financial technology sector, Demetrios brings a wealth of experience and...

As Head of Creative, I work on visual expressions, brand partnerships, and global campaigns at The Luxury Closet, with a focus on combining design and commerce strategy to deliver impactful results.