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Abu Dhabi
Chief AI Officer
Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
Designation: Chief AI Officer
Company: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
Omran AlShamsi is the Chief AI Officer at the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, leading the integration of artificial intelligence into national labour systems. With 14 years of experience spanning public sector innovation, digital transformation, and data strategy, he has driven major initiatives in workforce planning, data governance, and systems development. He is focused on harnessing AI to enhance efficiency, support evidence-based policymaking, and advance more resilient and future-ready government systems.
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Chief Transformation Officer
Saudi Arabian Airlines Holding
Designation: Chief Transformation Officer
Company: Saudi Arabian Airlines Holding
Dr. Ibraheem Sheerah is a distinguished transformation executive, board director, and strategic leadership expert, currently serving as the Chief Transformation Officer at Saudi Arabian Airlines Holding. In this role, he leads the Group’s enterprise-wide transformation agenda across a diverse portfolio of companies, including Saudia Air Transport, Flyadeel, Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (Saudia Technic), Saudia Cargo, Saudia Logistics (SAL), Saudia Ground Services (SGS), Prince Sultan Aviation Academy (Saudia Academy), and Saudia Private Aviation.With over 24 years of experience, Dr. Sheerah has built a robust career specializing in strategy formulation, translation, execution, and realization across industries critical to national development. He began his journey in 2000 as an engineer before progressing into leadership roles where he successfully crafted strategic visions, translated them into operational roadmaps, mobilized organizations for disciplined execution, and ensured measurable impact. His professional path includes contributions to major entities such as Advanced Electronics Company (AEC) — a SAMI subsidiary — and the Saudi Railways Company (SAR) under the Public Investment Fund (PIF), working across both domestic and international markets.
Abu Dhabi
Chief AI Officer
Abu Dhabi Tamm
Designation: Chief AI Officer
Company: Abu Dhabi Tamm
Joseph Nadi is a senior technology leader specializing in large-scale transformation through Data and AI. He is currently the Chief AI & Technology Officer at TAMM, leading the evolution of Abu Dhabi’s government services platform into an AI-native, agentic ecosystem that is redefining how citizens, residents, and businesses interact with government services.
He has held senior leadership roles across government and industry, including at Core42 as Chief Delivery Officer, and previously as Chief Data Architect for the Abu Dhabi Government. Earlier in his career, Joseph held senior roles at Microsoft, Oracle, Avanade (Accenture), and KPMG, and he holds an MBA with honors from IE Business School.
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Chief Executive Officer
Magna AI
Designation: Chief Executive Officer
Company: Magna AI
Dr. Moataz BinAli is the Founding Global CEO of Magna AI — a joint venture between Trend Micro and Wistron, powered by NVIDIA technologies — building and operating sovereign, secure, and scalable AI ecosystems for governments, industries, and enterprises worldwide.
With over two decades at the intersection of technology and market transformation, he also serves as Chief Business Officer for AI Ventures at Trend Micro, driving global AI innovation across cybersecurity and adjacent markets.
Previously, Dr. BinAli held senior leadership roles at SAP, IBM, and Microsoft, and led Trend Micro across 90+ countries as Senior Regional Vice President.
He holds a PhD with a focus on AI Technology Innovation Management.
Abu Dhabi
Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)
UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)
Designation: Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)
Company: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)
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Chief Global Data Officer
Red Sea Global
Designation: Chief Global Data Officer
Company: Red Sea Global
Visionary technology executive with a distinguished track record of leading enterprise-scale digital transformation across data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, privacy, telecommunications, and cloud technologies. Brings extensive experience driving technology strategy and innovation across complex enterprise and service provider environments, enabling business growth, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and transformative customer experiences.
Recognized for establishing and leading enterprise Data Management and Protection functions, delivering modern data, AI, and analytics platforms, and integrating emerging technologies across Smart City and digital ecosystem initiatives. Possesses deep expertise in data governance, cybersecurity, privacy, enterprise architecture, technology strategy, and regulatory compliance, with a proven ability to align business priorities with emerging technologies and global best practices.
Combining executive leadership with deep technical expertise, has successfully led multidisciplinary organizations and mission-critical transformation programs spanning software engineering, enterprise architecture, cloud platforms, service provider networks, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. Passionate about building high-performing teams, developing national technology talent, and translating visionary strategies into measurable business outcomes that create lasting organizational impact.
Abu Dhabi
Chief Innovation Officer & Director of Strategic and Future Department
Ministry of Justice UAE
Designation: Chief Innovation Officer & Director of Strategic and Future Department
Company: Ministry of Justice UAE
Dr Abdalla Sulaiman Alhammadi is the Chief Executive Officer for Innovation at the UAE Ministry of Justice. He leads national initiatives that leverage artificial intelligence, data and advanced technologies to enhance judicial services, improve access to justice, and support evidence-based decision-making. He also oversees the implementation of the Ministry’s transformational programmes and innovative projects, drawing on more than 23 years of experience in government excellence, strategy and organisational innovation, during which he has led major government projects and large-scale transformation initiatives.
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Managing Partner
MENA 500 Global
Designation: Managing Partner
Company: MENA 500 Global
Amal Dokhan is a Managing Partner at 500 Global, a seasoned professional with experience in startup investments, corporate innovation, and consulting in the MENA region.
Previous to joining 500 Global, Ms. Dokhan was the Managing Director of Babson Global for Entrepreneurial Leadership. Previously, she was the Manager of Learning and Design at the Entrepreneurship Center at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology where she led the New Ventures Acceleration and Corporate Innovation programs.
Prior to that engagement she worked in the KAUST Seed Fund developing marketing and events, while also providing a range of services to startup clients. Ms. Dokhan sits on the board of several organizations such as Wayakit Company, Cranfield University UK, King Abdulaziz University. She contributes to a monthly column at Leaders Magazine on Innovation & Entrepreneurship, and has been a speaker at Davos World Economic Forum, TEDx at Kaust, the Annual Conference of the Islamic Development Bank, among others. Ms. Dokhan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, English Language & Literature from the King AbdulAziz University, and a Masters of Strategic Marketing and Marketing Management from the University of Wollongong
Abu Dhabi
Spiritual Leader
Head of BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi
Designation: Spiritual Leader
Company: Head of BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi
Pujya Brahmavihari Swami (Swami Brahmaviharidas) leads the BAPS Hindu Mandir project in Abu Dhabi, the first traditional stone temple in the Middle East, serving as a powerful symbol of cultural harmony and interfaith collaboration. He is also responsible for international relations at BAPS, steering the organization’s global outreach through its devotional, humanitarian, and spiritual initiatives.
Under his guidance, the temple has become a beacon of peace and unity, frequented by leaders and dignitaries from both the UAE and India. Notably, Swami Brahmaviharidas has held bilateral conversations with key figures such as Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Foreign Minister, emphasizing shared values of coexistence and dialogue
The mandir’s inauguration itself was a landmark diplomatic moment: it was inaugurated by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongside Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan, UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and was further endorsed with land granted by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, underscoring the high-level support for the temple’s mission.
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Chief Technology Officer
GIG Saudi Arabia
Designation: Chief Technology Officer
Company: GIG Saudi Arabia
Adel Thuwayi is an accomplished Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with over a decade of experience leading large scale digital transformation across the fintech, insurance, and financial services sectors. Currently heading Technology at Gulf Insurance Group, Adel has successfully modernized complex legacy environments into secure, agile, and customer-centric digital ecosystems.Throughout his career, Adel has led and delivered multiple enterprise wide digital transformation programs, including core system modernization, end to end digital platforms, process automation initiatives, advanced data and analytics solutions, and AI-enabled business applications. These initiatives have significantly improved operational efficiency, customer experience, time-to-market, and regulatory compliance.A strong proponent of cloud first and cloud smart strategies, Adel has spearheaded the adoption of hybrid and multi-cloud architectures, enabling scalable infrastructure, improved resilience, and optimized cost models. His cloud initiatives include application modernization, containerization, API-led integration, DevSecOps enablement, and the establishment of secure cloud governance frameworks aligned with regional regulatory and data-residency requirements. These efforts have played a key role in modernizing the IT landscape and positioning technology as a strategic business enabler.
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