Ramsey Jurdi PartnerDLA Piper Middle East LLP Ramsey is a Partner at DLA Piper Middle East LLP. He has considerable experience advising U.S. and international companies on compliance with respect to economic sanctions and U.S. export controls, defending white-collar criminal inquiries and conducting internal investigations. Ramsey has been involved in a variety of matters relating…
Jorge Cánovas Chief Compliance Officer, Office of Legal and ComplianceNYU Abu Dhabi Jorge joined NYUAD Office of Compliance as Chief Compliance Officer in July 2023. He is an accomplished Juris Doctor with 25 years of experience managing large, complex compliance issues for global companies. He has successfully lead teams at 30 global locations in implementing…
Omar Al Hosani Head of Investor EngagementAbu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) Omar Al Hosani is the Head of Investor Engagement at Abu Dhabi Investment Office, where he plays a key role in driving strategic initiatives and fostering partnerships across various sectors. With extensive experience in supporting investors, Omar AlHosani has been instrumental in promoting investment…
Hamad Ali Mohammad Al Abedin Vice President, mSMEsEmirates Development Bank (EDB) An experienced analyst, served as an Assistant Vice President for SMEs at Emirates Development Bank. Specialized in analyzing reports, managing client relationships, and supporting credit applications. Focused on providing excellent client satisfaction and fostering partnerships by driving business growth through strategic financial assessments and…
Shahab Wahdatehagh Vice PresidentGlobal Trade Intelligence EMEA/APDescartes Systems Shahab is a senior sales & business leader with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, consulting and B2B SaaS. His focus is on supply chain management, freight/logistics and global trade compliance and he has led teams in different roles in the Far & Middle East, Europe…
Linda Fitz-Alan Registrar and Chief ExecutiveADGM Courts Linda joined ADGM Courts as Registrar and Chief Executive in September 2015, where she has made ADGM an international trailblazer for innovative judicial services, and for pioneering game-changing technology in dispute resolution. She leads the administration and operations of ADGM Courts, including the design and delivery of the…
Abir Habbal Chief Data and AI OfficerAccenture Middle East Abir is Accenture’s Chief Data and AI Officer in the Middle East with over 13 years of experience in developing and executing national data and AI strategies to drive economic development, citizen outcomes, and innovation. Abir has led several multi-year national programs including National Data Governance, AI Centers of…
Abdulla Al Hamed Vice President – MSMEEmirates Development Bank Abdulla Al Hamed is a dedicated banker with a passion for supporting the growth and development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a strong background in finance, he has made significant contributions to the SME’s within EDB. Abdulla holds a finance degree from the prestigious…
Alya Alzaabi Finance Manager & ‘Xport Xponential’ Project ManagerEtihad Credit Insurance (ECI) Alya Alzaabi is the Finance Manager and ‘Xport Xponential’ Project Manager at Etihad Credit Insurance, where she is instrumental in advancing operational excellence and shaping critical financial strategies. Alya’s passion for innovation and excellence has led to the implementation of several best practices…
Dr. Nancy W. Gleason DirectorHilary Ballon Center for Teaching and LearningAssociate Professor Practice in Political ScienceNew York University Abu Dhabi Nancy W. Gleason, PhD is Professor of Political Science at New York University Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. She is also Executive Director of the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning. Her research focuses on the Fourth…
