Ali Kassab

Awarded CEO of the year in 2018 by SMART SMB under the patronage of Dubai Economic Department, a French National, self- made businessman & a serial entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience across multinational cloud software, digital payment ecosystems & Blockchain based companies in the EMEA region.

My expertise lies in nurturing and building entrepreneurship ecosystems in the MENA region from ground zero to multi-million businesses opening thousands of jobs opportunities, focused on innovation and consumer excellency.

My early experiences at leading retail and telecoms companies across the region shaped my business ventures – including international sales, ICT, marketing, and consultancy – in the Middle East.

I have led successful projects in Europe, North Africa, MEA & Asia region, for leading Telecom operators, BFSI, Government, Fintech & Blockchain companies.

I drive entrepreneurial development and thinking, and continuously invest in youth talents, mentor them to reach leadership positions.

I strongly believe in empowering people, process and customer experience to ensure growth and sustainability and that success is based on the relentless commitment of our people, who represents our most valuable asset.