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H.E Dr. Awni Albashir

President, Arabian Medical Relief

HE Dr. Awni Mohammad Abdul Rahman Al-Bashir has served as the President of the Arab Medical Relief Society since 2012. He is a distinguished Jordanian physician and healthcare administrator, holding a Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery from Cairo University. He possesses extensive experience in health management and social work.

Throughout his career, HE Dr. Al-Bashir has held several prominent positions, including Minister of Social Development and Member of the Jordanian Parliament. He has also managed major hospitals and pharmaceutical companies, chaired the Private Hospitals Association, and contributed to the boards of trustees of various educational and charitable institutions.

Currently, he leads the Arab Medical Relief Society in enhancing its healthcare and community services through innovative programs and strategic partnerships at both local and international levels.

Hamdi Tabbaa

Co-founder and CEO of Abwaab

Hamdi Tabbaa is the co-founder and CEO of Abwaab, a fast growing Edtech startup born out of the MENAP region. Abwaab substitutes after-school tutoring by providing an online ecosystem that allows students to learn, solve, play, interact and ask questions anytime and anywhere. Previously, he was the GM at Uber for MENA in the Levant & GCC. Under his leadership, he grew the business in several multiples over 4+ years and worked with the government to pass ridesharing regulations in Jordan, the first of their kind across the region. Before that, he established Dukkan, pioneering organized retail at a neighborhood level. He sold the business 6 years in, after hitting USD 15+M in revenues. Hamdi has a master’s degree from the London School of Economics and bachelor’s degree from King’s College London

Sally Abu Ali

CEO at AMAN Human Capital

Sally Abu Ali is the Founder and CEO of AMAN Human Capital, with more than 18 years of experience in Human Resource Management and Organization Development in various national, regional, and international organizations. Her expertise emphasizes employee engagement and retention plans, training, developing policies and procedures, HR startup operations, performance management, and reward management systems.

Sally's experience includes organization restructuring, designing and implementing organizational structures, manpower planning, designing, developing, and implementing training strategies and development plans. She has managed the implementation of HRMS, created and updated job descriptions, revised HR policies and procedures, and supervised the implementation of reward and recognition programs.

Ala Hamdan

Filmmaker and Co-founder of At Films

Ala Hamdan is a film director and a visual storyteller. She studied filmmaking and screenwriting for short diplomas at NYFA. Ala is the co-founder of At Films, a media production and training company. She conducted projects with the UN, UNDP, Sadeem, LG, Adidas, Roya TV, and others. Her projects focus on social justice, uplifting causes, and valuable educational content. She also presented a TV program titled (Cinerama) on Roya channel. Her book (Muslims of the World) was an Amazon best-seller in its category 2018.

Mary Nazzal

Chairperson Landmark & Co-Founder at Nafsuna

Mary is a justice activist, qualified barrister, and advocate for conscious leadership. Recognized as one of Forbes’ Most Powerful Arab Women, she was featured on the cover of Forbes in the story "Hospitality Meets Humanity." Mary holds degrees in political science, law, investment, innovative finance, and leadership. She is the founder and chairperson of Landmark Hotel, a 5-star Jordanian brand, and co-founder of Nafsuna, a conscious living company. As host of Raw Politik, a political talk show, Mary tackles global issues and the bias of mainstream media.Mary serves on the boards of the European Legal Support Center, the King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Center, the Royal Film Commission, and the 2048 Foundation. She advises the British Palestine Media Center and the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.A mother of three, Mary is passionate about decolonization, self-development, and liberation. She is a founding member of Impact Jordan, focused on building decolonized impact economies for the region.Her work is driven by a commitment to lasting, positive change and fostering a more just and conscious world.

Ahmad Al Saif

Founder & CEO at Alefredo EdTech

Ahmad and his team have successfully implemented the Alefredo Educational mission in the EdTech industry in Jordan and the MENA region. They have created a digital platform catering to students of all grades, providing educational materials, interactive mock exams, and a marketplace for academic books, including digital formats. The company has been valued at 7 digits.
Their achievements have been recognized through various national and international awards in innovation and entrepreneurship. They have received accolades from organizations such as UNDP, the Embassy of Switzerland in Jordan, and Plan International. Additionally, Ahmad and his team have been honored with the 30under30 Unicorn Award and the Social Enterprise Award in 2021.
Ahmad himself holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Jordan (2011) and an MSc in Business Administration/Marketing from the same university (2019). He has amassed 10 years of experience in the private sector, working with Izzat Marji Group and Total Jordan in the fields of renewable energy and commercial departments.
Prior to his current venture, Ahmad was the founder of Jo Drive, a carpooling application (2015 - 2018). He also has seven years of experience in the ecosystem and startup business in Jordan and the MENA region.

Amani Qaddoumi

Director of Business Development at Dar Abu Abdullah

Amani Qaddoumi is a strategic creative director and business development leader with almost two decades of experience in building brands and driving sustainable growth. As Director of Business Development at Dar Abu Abdullah, she combines design thinking, innovation, and strategic planning to create impactful programs that empower local communities, support women’s economic participation, and foster entrepreneurship. Through her work, Amani bridges creativity and business to fuel inclusive development and contribute to Jordan’s evolving economy.

Rania Albassoumi

Program Coordinator at Startupbootcamp & Founder of Wellpreneur

With a background in Psychology and a strong focus on project management, Rania specializes in leveraging human-centred design principles to effectively manage and coordinate cross-sectoral projects and accelerators. Moreover, she excels at crafting engaging training curricula and fostering strong connections with ecosystem players.

Mutaz Majdoub

Co-Founder & CEO at GGEZ1

Mutaz is a serial entrepreneur and fintech expert with over 20 years of experience. He is a highly skilled and experienced leader with a proven track record of success. Mutaz is the founder and CEO of NUMNY, a payment and financial solutions company that specializes in electronic voucher distribution in the Middle East. He is also the co-founder and CTO of Accomplish Financial, a complete service provider of electronic payment solutions for financial institutions based in London.

Currently, Mutaz is co-founding and launching a web3 startup called GGEZ1; the startup is building a secure, scalable, and user-friendly asset-backed blockchain ecosystem to empower web3 economy in the Middle East and Africa.

Mutaz holds a post-graduate degree in Marketing from McGill University in Montreal and a post-graduate degree in Applied Information Technology from the Information Technology Institute in Ottawa.

He has a deep understanding of the fintech industry and a passion for using technology to solve real-world problems. Mutaz is also a strong advocate for financial inclusion and believes that everyone should have access to affordable and reliable financial services.

DR. BELAL MAHMOUD ALWADI

CEO of the Jordanian Association of Entrepreneurship, Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Al-Zaytoonah University

Dr. Belal Mahmoud AlWadi, An Assistant Professor at Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, founder and Vice-president of the Jordanian Association for Entrepreneurship. Previously worked as a senior consultant for the global “LEVENBERT” consulting group in Singapore, Oman and the United Arab Emirates, and he also worked as a lecturer in Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University and a collaborating trainer for entrepreneurs at “WA'ED”., center for entrepreneurship at Aramco in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in addition to his work as a consultant for the American program “Professional Leader” with Tamkeen Foundation in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in addition to being the former deputy dean of Admission and Registration at Amman Arab University in the Kingdom of Jordan Al Hashemite, and previously worked as a senior consultant and spokesperson for the American Islamic Congress in the regional office in Cairo.

He has more than 18 years of experience in entrepreneurship and innovation. He worked in more than eight different countries, trained more than 2,000 entrepreneurs, supervised more than 350 entrepreneurial projects in the Middle East, and established dozens of entrepreneurship centers, business incubators, and business accelerators in those countries. He has received 14 international awards and honors specialized in entrepreneurship and innovation, in addition to being a permanent guest on many Arab and foreign channels and newspapers as well. He has dozens of published books and scientific research specializing in entrepreneurship and innovation. He is also a keynote speaker at most international conferences and summits in entrepreneurship and innovation.

Razan Khatib

Digital Strategist & Co-founder of Spring Technologies

Razan Khatib is a seasoned digital strategist with a unique blend of business and technology expertise. She has over 25 years of experience in launching digital products and experiences serving clients in Jordan, the Arab Gulf, and North America. Razan co-founded Spring Technologies in 2007 and has been leading its efforts ever since.

Career History

As the Head of Strategy & Products at Spring Technologies, Razan helps large and medium-sized companies and organizations launch their engaging digital presence on the web and mobile, including Royal Hashemite Court, DCP International, Al-Nisr Al-Arabi Insurance, and Delta Insurance.

Razan co-led a team of 15 designers, engineers, and content specialists for the inception, launch, and operation of Wamda, reaching over 200k entrepreneurs in the MENA region.

In 2017, Razan established and led the consulting practice of Spring Technologies aimed at assisting founders and business leaders with their digital strategy, product strategy and management practices, user experience strategy, and roadmap planning.

Razan conducted several workshops for women-led small businesses sponsored by EBRD and Amam Ventures. She also led digital consulting engagements with OECD, ActionAid, and the American Chamber of Commerce in Jordan.

Razan was shortlisted for the Bank Al-Etihad Businesswoman of the Year award in 2019.

Recently, Razan has ventured into podcasting by launching two Arabic podcasts. The Detour Podcast is focused on celebrating individuals with inspiring stories of change in life and careers, while 7aki Business (Business Talk), which she’s co-hosting, is focused on sharing business advice with small and medium-sized businesses in Arab communities.

Education, Certifications and Board Memberships

MSc Information Systems Specialization | Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences | Giza, Egypt

BSc Banking and Finance with a minor in Computer Science | Yarmouk University | Irbid, Jordan

Get on Board Training | Jordan Institute for Directors

Dr. Ashraf Bany Mohammed

ISSF Board Member & Associate Professor of Technology Economics, Management and Policy

Dr. Ashraf Bany Mohammed is a seasoned business consultant, executive and academician with 20+ years of senior management experience in venture building, investment, startups, innovation management, technology economics and policy with a proven track record in building organizations institutional capacity and fostering partnerships of more than (250) startups, businesses, governments institutions, and non-profit organizations in Jordan and MENA.

Dr. Bany Mohammed is proudly serving on the board of the Innovative Startups and SMEs Fund (ISSF) which is Jordan largest fund of funds of $98 Million and is currently the Senior Policy Advisor for Munib and Anglia Masri Foundation and the Executive Director of the Al-Quds Academy for Scientific Research.

Before that Dr. Bany Mohammed served as Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at the University of Jordan for more than 6 years. He was part of Jordan Economic Modernization Vision (EMV 2023-2033) and served as a board for different organizations including: Jordan Scientific Research and Innovation Fund, Al-Albayt University Center of Excellence for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Al-Ahliyya Amman University Center of Innovation and Excellence (CIE), Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II technical college and AlHussein Volunteering Award Management Committee.

Dr. Bany Mohammed is an Associate Professor of Technology Economics and Policy at the University of Jordan Business School. He earned his Ph.D. in Technology Economics, Management, and Policy from Seoul National University, along with a Master’s in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Yarmouk University.

Walid Faza

Partner @ Novo Capital

Walid is a Partner and Chief Operating Officer of MSA Novo, one of the most active global emerging market investment firms, with holdings across MENA, Sub Saharan Africa, Latin America, and South Asia. MSA Novo is the Emerging Markets fund of MSA Capital, a leading China based Venture Capital fund with over $2b AUM that has invested in China’s sector leaders like Meituan (last mile delivery) the Beijing Genomic Institute (gene sequencing), Didi (ride sharing), Tuijia (lodging), and YiduCloud (healthcare big data). MSA are also invested in most major private US tech companies via direct investments (eg. Uber, Palantir, Airbnb, etc) or indirect interests (eg. Stripe, SpaceX, Affirm, Wish, PostMates, Epic Games, Instacart, Lyft, NuBank, etc) through investments in the leading American venture capital funds.
Previously, Walid was a partner at Wamda Capital and managed the investments of MENA Venture Investments (MVI) investing in high growth and capital-efficient technology businesses which include some of the region’s most prominent exits such as Souq/Amazon, Yemeksepeti/Delivery Hero and Careem/Uber.
With over 14 years of experience in the region's Venture Capital industry, Walid is an advisor, to many startups and has extensive managerial and leadership roles that has helped start-ups, entrepreneurs and executives plan, build and scale businesses that are aligned with their vision to grow and excel in their markets.

Rami Z. Khayyat

Founder at KCH (Khayyat Consulting House)

Rami Khayyat is a highly accomplished banking and investment professional and business consultant with over 30 years of distinguished experience spanning Islamic and conventional banking, consulting, and investment. Holding a Master's degree in Banking, Rami has played a major role in establishing and scaling business units within major banks across Jordan and the Gulf region.

As the former Deputy CEO and Chief of Corporate Banking at Safwa Islamic Bank (formerly Jordan Dubai Islamic Bank), Rami played a pivotal role in establishing and growing the bank's corporate department and portfolio from inception to over USD 1.6 billion within 14 years with one of the lowest non-performing ratios in the Jordanian banks. His visionary leadership in corporate banking earned multiple awards, including recognition for the best corporate banking performance and best corporate banking brand in the Levant by The Islamic Banker magazine and Global Brand Magazine.

Rami's career encompasses senior leadership roles at prestigious financial institutions across the region, such as the Arab National Bank in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank in the UAE. He has driven transformative initiatives in debt restructuring, corporate strategy development, and digital transformation, and has been at the forefront of introducing pioneering business products and services to corporate banking.

In 2024, Rami founded KCH (Khayyat Consulting House), a premier consultancy firm offering tailored banking, investment, and business solutions across diverse sectors, tailored to meet the unique needs of the Jordanian, Levant, and GCC markets. Leveraging his extensive regional network and profound expertise, KCH specializes in enhancing financial stability, securing competitive financing, and optimizing banking and investment opportunities and strategies.

Rami was honored with the Certificate of Excellence in Business Leadership from the BIZZ AWARDS, a prestigious global recognition from the World Confederation of Businesses (WORLDCOB), acknowledging his outstanding leadership and profound contributions to the financial sector.

Additionally, Rami has served as a part-time lecturer at the Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences and other banking institutions in Jordan and Saudi Arabia. He is also an active contributor to the field of economics, publishing articles in local and international magazines and websites.

A respected member of the Federation of Arab Businessmen and the Jordanian Businessmen Association, Rami is actively involved in some governmental committees and has held numerous board positions, including chairmanships in investment, financial, industrial, and real estate companies. He has also participated in and delivered workshops at several international banking and investment conferences, focusing on credit management, corporate banking, and strategies.

Rudradeb Mitra

CEO & Founder at Omdena

Rudradeb is the Founder and CEO of Omdena, The world's biggest grassroots-driven AI development platform that has built customized AI solutions for over 300 organizations in 80+ countries. Their clients include governments, large NGOs, SMEs as well as fast-growing startups. It has also local chapters in over 90 countries where the focus is to up-skill local talents and make them ready for the new AI economy.

Areej Al-Yousef

Senior Programme Management – Technical Cooperation Assistance, UN-ESCWA

Areej Al-Yousef is a program leader with over 18 years of experience in international development, specializing in youth empowerment, social innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem development. She has led major initiatives with UN and international organizations, promoting innovation, advancing national policies, and fostering public-private partnerships to support policy development, entrepreneurship, and capacity-building efforts across the Arab region.

Dr.Reem S. AL Baghdadi

President at JFBPW

Co-Founder and CEO : Rimara Pak, an industrial company established 2005, specialized in manufacturing disposable plastic cutlery, hygienic paper, wet wipes and packaging. Over 20 years of experience in Industrial Manufacturing that enabled Reem to become one of the experts in managerial processes, good manufacturing practices, and quality.

- Partner: Diamond Plastic Factories, an industrial company established 1992, specialized in manufacturing disposable table wares.
- Chairwoman: Jordan Forum for Business and Professional Women 2021, a pioneering and reputable women NGO established 1976. Over 18 years of experience in social work focusing on women empowerment and advocating for a better implementation of laws that guarantee fair and equal access to opportunities for women.

- Jordan Private Sector Representative: G20 Summit / Women Empower Alliance for the years 2020/2021/2022.
- Vice president: Committee of Competitiveness Law affairs, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply. Headed by the Minster of Industry, Trade and Supply, 2023- present.
- Vice president: Industrial Women Council / Amman Chamber of Industry, 2019- present, established 2019 with the objective of instilling industrial culture among Jordanian new generations, introducing role models and highlighting success stories of women working at the manufacturing sector.
- Member: Women Economic Empowerment Task Force: 2022, established by The Jordanian Prime Ministry of Jordan for implementing the out puts of the Economic Modernization Vision in regards of women empowerment pillar.
- Co-Founder and Chairwoman: Jordanian Industrial Women Association, 2013-2018, Dr. Reem along with some distinguished women at the industrial sector established the first Jordanian Association for Industrial Women in Jordan 2013. Reem was elected the first chairwoman of the association.
- Board Member : Economic and Social Council of Jordan , The Economic Policies Committee 2023- present
- Board Member: Advisory Council for Packing and Packaging Sector / Jordan Chamber of Industry, 2018-2021
- Vice President: Sectorial Technical Skills Council for Plastic Industries / Jordan Chamber of Industry, 2020- present.
- Supreme Board Member: Jordanian National Forum for Women, 2018-2023 under the presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Basma Bent Talal.
- Member: The Economic Advisory Team / Jordanian National Commission for Women, 2021- Present.
- Vice President: Industrial Women Committee, 2014-2018 /Jordan Chamber of Industry.
- Winner: 2018 Inspirational Business Woman, Business Acceleration Program, Derien Institution, Australia
- Jordanian Women Business Entrepreneur Award, 2020: Talal Abu Ghazaleh University Collage for Innovation.
- Awardee: International Women Entrepreneur Challenge (IWEC) 2023
- Journal writer, focus on economic issues, specialized in manufacturing and industrial topics.

Education:
- Stanford University/ Leadership Academy for Development, Sep. 2022: Nominated by Stanford University and Center of International Private Enterprise (CIPE) to join an intensive program about policies that encourage private sector growth , economic and social development.
- International Finance Corporation (IFC) / World Bank: Corporate Directors Program: 2022, Qualified Board Director by JIoD/IFC
- Female Future Program: 2022, (NHO) Næringslivets Hovedorganisasjon, Norway. Certified Trainer
- The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) &The Center for Women Studies/ University of Jordan, 2019, Strengthening Access to Justice for Women and Men in Jordan program.
- New York University: Professional Marketing Skills Program, 2011
- A PhD in English Language Methodology/ Amman Arab University, 2008, lectured at many Jordanian private universities. During that conducted many research papers published in well-known scientific magazines and participated in many local and international conferences.
- A Master degree in English Language Methodology/ Amman Arab University, 2004, with a thesis that focused on the new governmental reform plans for the educational system in Jordan and the impact of implementing Knowledge Economy principles on education.
- A Bachelor degree in English Literature / University of Jordan, 1991.

Memberships:
- High Council Member : Taqadom Party
- Member: Public Policy Forum.
- Member: Women on Board Association
- Member: Jordanian Small and Medium Enterprise Association.
- Member: The Strategic Coordination Committee: Promoting Production and Decent Work for the Women in Egypt, Jordan and Palestine. A Joint Program Implemented by ILO and UN Women

Mohammad Bdair

Founder - General Manager at ADSTRA

Mohammad Bdair is a visionary entrepreneur and fintech leader with a strong track record in building and scaling high-impact startups. With deep expertise in digital transformation, compliance, and financial innovation, Mohammad specializes in driving data-driven solutions that empower organizations to thrive in complex regulatory environments.

As the founder of ADSTRA—a name synonymous with excellence and innovation—Mohammad is dedicated to shaping the future of fintech through cutting-edge technologies in fraud detection, AML, customer behavior analysis, and business intelligence. With a passion for leadership and growth, he combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution to deliver real-world impact.

Mohammad Abukhadra

Co-Founder & CEO at Digital Solutions Company

Mohamed is the founder and CEO of Digital Solutions Company. He brings extensive experience in the media sector and social media platforms, with a specialization in media and communication.

Dr. Rana Tawfiq Mohmmad Abd AL-Halim

Consultant Of Secretary General at Legislation and Opinion Bureau, Jordan

Dr. Rana Tawfiq Mohmmad Abd AL-Halim serves as the Consultant of the Secretary General at the Legislation and Opinion Bureau in Jordan. She brings extensive expertise in legal affairs, legislative processes, and public sector governance, contributing to the development and review of national legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Samar Helmy

Director Gruber Logistics Vice President -Mentarcise for training & coaching

Samar Helmy is the first Egyptian and Arab woman to secure an executive leadership position within Europe’s highly competitive and male-dominated logistics industry. She has not only shattered outdated stereotypes but has become a living embodiment of what empowered leadership looks like in today’s global landscape.

With more than 19 years of strategic experience in logistics, freight forwarding, and business development, combined with over a decade in coaching, training, and media, Samar is a leader who blends operational excellence with emotional intelligence. She is known for her unique ability to lead with empathy, develop high-performing teams, and navigate complexity with clarity and precision.

Currently, Samar serves as the Managing Director for the Middle East at Gruber Logistics, one of Europe’s premier logistics companies. She is also the Vice President and Head of Development at Mentarcise—an influential coaching and training platform that has certified thousands of professionals across the Arab world.

Armed with a Harvard credential in Organizational Leadership, a diploma in logistics, a degree in Mass Communication, and an ICF certification in Positive Psychology Coaching, Samar’s leadership philosophy centers around self-awareness, strategic vision, purpose-driven action, and legacy creation.

Her leadership strengths include:

• Inspiring cross-cultural teams with presence and authenticity
• Driving innovation and excellence across international markets
• Mentoring future leaders through evidence-based coaching
• Building scalable, human-centered growth strategies
• Transforming organizations by aligning people with purpose

Nidal Khalifeh

Senior Vice President / Chief Innovation Officer at Jordan Ahli Bank

Nidal Khalifeh is the Chief Innovation Officer at Jordan ahli bank and founder of the first cloud-native social financial platform in MENA, "Qawn". He has founded five startups and holds academic credentials in MIS from McGill University, an M.A. in Enterprise Management from Durham University, an M.Ed. in Educational Technology from the University of British Columbia, and is a Harvard MEPLI Fellow & CAEL Certified.

Maram Samara

Corporate Communication Trainer | Executive Career Coach | Founder of PowerPresence™

Maram Samara is a Certified Corporate Communication Trainer, Executive Career Coach, and Founder of PowerPresence™.

With over 12 years of experience across the Gulf and Jordan, Maram brings a unique blend of HR insight and strategic communication expertise to the world of leadership and career development. Her journey began in Human Resources, where she gained a deep understanding of organizational dynamics, career progression, and the invisible barriers that limit professional growth.

She partners with rising leaders, mid-career professionals, and high-potential experts to reshape their presence, elevate their confidence, and refine their communication skills — enabling them to step into leadership with clarity, credibility, and impact.

Through a human-centered methodology and a deep understanding of corporate ecosystems, Maram empowers professionals to grow into influential leaders, unlock promotions, and lead purposeful careers across every stage of their professional journey.

She is proudly recognized as LinkedIn Jordan’s #1 Career Coach, and a trusted voice in the region’s leadership and communication development space.

Mohd Abu Alsaoud

Business Coach and Founder of Mundo Media

Mohd Abu Alsaoud is a business coach and the founder of Mundo Media.

Samar Obeidat

Founder and CEO of Entro Gate

Samar Obeidat is the Founder and CEO of Entro Gate, and an expert in educational technology and digital product management. She brings over 14 years of experience in project management and leadership, along with 9 years in entrepreneurship and innovation.

Samar serves as a mentor for several business incubators and accelerators across the MENA region. She has participated as a mentor in the STEP Conference in both its Dubai and Riyadh editions.

In 2018, she founded EntroGate and launched the "Linabtaker" platform, aimed at enhancing enrichment programs and future skills in 12 Arab countries. The initiative operates in collaboration with the Ministry of Education in public schools, as well as within the private education sector.

Additionally, a series of entrepreneurship and innovation curricula—officially approved by the Ministry of Education—have been launched as supplementary enrichment subjects for schools.

Belal Raslan

Director, TTi

Belal Raslan is a recognized expert in Jordan’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, with a strategic focus on ecosystem development, innovation policy, and inclusive growth. As Director of TTi, he has led national and regional initiatives that bridge the gap between entrepreneurs, support organizations, and public institutions—shaping policies, delivering scalable incubation models, and expanding access to entrepreneurship beyond the capital. With over 20 years of experience and a portfolio of 50+ projects, Belal also brings deep expertise in digital transformation, having advised government entities and innovation hubs on optimizing systems, processes, and platforms to better serve entrepreneurs. His work positions entrepreneurship as a driver for economic opportunity, particularly for youth, women, and underserved communities across Jordan.

Khaled Elahmad

LinkedIn Personal Branding Consultant

Khaled Elahmad is the #1 ranked personal branding strategist in the Middle East and the founder of Inhub.ai, an AI-powered platform helping Arab professionals grow on LinkedIn and build digital credibility. A TEDx speaker and former Digital Media Director at the Prime Ministry of Jordan, Khaled has trained over 15,000 professionals and students and optimized 2,000+ LinkedIn profiles across the Arab region.

With a background in digital media and storytelling, Khaled blends strategy with heart, teaching people not just how to be seen, but how to be remembered. His work is driven by clarity, impact, and generosity. At this conference, he’ll share practical insights on how to turn your LinkedIn presence into a powerful personal brand that opens doors.

Sereen Al Syouf

Senior Expert | Consortium Lead | Gender & Youth Empowerment Strategist

Sereen Al Syouf is a dynamic senior international expert with over 19 years of pioneering experience in youth and women’s empowerment, livelihoods, entrepreneurship, and community mobilization across Jordan. She currently serves as Consortium Lead Senior Expert for the regional Ready for Tomorrow youth economic empowerment project under Plan International, driving systemic change through strategic partnerships and innovative program design.

Sereen’s career reflects an unwavering commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and fostering sustainable development. From spearheading child labor eradication programs and establishing social support and employability centers across Jordan, to designing cutting-edge training manuals and building the capacities of grassroots organizations, she brings a rare blend of field insight, strategic leadership, and technical expertise. She has led programs with multi-stakeholder coordination at national and regional levels, and trained youth and women professionals and activists across Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Syria.

A certified Master Advocacy Trainer and Innovation Practitioner, Sereen is also an accomplished curriculum developer and qualitative researcher. Her academic foundation includes a Master’s degree in Women’s Studies and Gender from the University of Jordan, where her thesis explored the systemic withdrawal of women from the labor market.

Among her many achievements are launching the inspirational podcast “Ready – Jahizoun” highlighting youth entrepreneurial success in Jordan, and initiating and institutionalizing Youth Lead Initiatives. With a visionary yet grounded approach, Sereen combines passion with purpose to build inclusive ecosystems, unlock youth potential, and champion gender justice—one project, policy, and partnership at a time.

Abeer Abu Touq

Director at Digital Solutions

Abeer is a journalist and specialist in new media, currently serving as a Director at a digital solutions company. She has received several local and regional journalism awards. In 2019, she participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) with the U.S. Embassy and was invited by UNESCO to speak at the World Arabic Language Day at its headquarters in Paris the same year.

From 2012 to 2019, she led the Social Media Department at Roya TV, a prominent Jordanian satellite channel. She is also a certified trainer with multiple local and regional organizations. Known for her active presence on social media platforms, she describes herself as a journalist by nature and profession.

Ahmad Al Mughrabi

Technology Leader | Content Director | Digital Transformation Consultant | Entrepreneurship Instructor

With over 17 years of experience, Ahmad Al Mughrabi leads two dynamic entities: a cutting-edge software house (Vibes Solutions) and a pioneering technology and entrepreneurship news platform (Tech3arabi.com). His expertise spans fintech, media tech, and ecommerce, with a proven track record in strategic leadership to drive innovation, growth, and market impact across industries.

About his current roles:

● Technology Leader and Content Director: Ahmad guides teams at Vibes Solutions and Tech3arabi.com, developing innovative software products and valuable content for the tech community, with a sharp focus on innovation and growth.

● Digital Transformation Consultant and Trainer: He supports organizations in integrating modern digital technologies into business processes, delivering sustainable growth and competitive advantage. He also trains teams and individuals on digital best practices.

● Entrepreneurship Instructor: Ahmad educates students on entrepreneurship, equipping them with real-world knowledge from ideation to execution in today’s tech-driven market.

● Judge, Mentor, and Consultant: Beyond his main roles, Ahmad mentors startups, judges innovation competitions, and consults across sectors, providing strategic insights and fostering emerging talent.

Ahmad Al Mughrabi is a passionate driver of digital innovation, entrepreneurial growth, and impactful transformation in the region.

Faysal Alqasem

CEO and Founder, Excellence Smart Solutions

Faysal Alqasem is the CEO and Founder of Excellence Smart Solutions, a company dedicated to driving digital transformation and innovative business solutions across the region. With a forward-thinking approach and a deep understanding of smart technologies, Faysal has led numerous successful initiatives that empower businesses to optimize operations, embrace automation, and deliver greater value to customers. His leadership has established Excellence Smart Solutions as a trusted name in the tech-driven consulting space. Faysal brings visionary strategy and operational expertise to help organizations evolve and stay ahead in an ever-changing business environment.

Mohammad Abu Dayyah

CEO of YILDIZ GROUP

Mohammad Abu Dayyah is a Palestinian entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of YILDIZ GROUP, an independent industrial company headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. Holding a bachelor’s degree in law, Mohammad has led YILDIZ GROUP to become one of the top 10 exporters in Turkey’s healthcare sector, producing baby and adult diapers, wet wipes, and medical underpads distributed in over 34 countries across North America, Africa, and the Middle East.

With advanced manufacturing facilities in Istanbul, Adana, and Kayseri, the group exports over 1,800 containers annually and employs more than 250 staff. YILDIZ GROUP also invests directly in industrial machinery manufacturing, enhancing innovation and production control.

The company utilizes cutting-edge European technology and maintains internationally recognized certifications including:

• ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
• ISO 14001 (Environmental Management)
• ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)
• ISO 22000 (Food Safety)
• ISO 27001 (Information Security)
• ISO 10002 (Customer Satisfaction)
• A+ Industrial Quality Rating

• H PHARMA: Focused on pharmaceutical products, especially dental and hemostatic solutions.
• ROYAL: Supplies raw materials for the healthcare manufacturing sector.

• Industrial Sector: Launching new hygiene paper product lines (toilet paper, facial tissues, kitchen towels) in Jordan to meet regional demand.
• Logistics Sector: Establishing a distribution center in Dubai to better serve the Gulf and North Africa markets.

Sereen Al Syouf

Senior Expert | Consortium Lead | Gender & Youth Empowerment Strategist

Sereen Al Syouf is a dynamic senior international expert with over 19 years of pioneering experience in youth and women’s empowerment, livelihoods, entrepreneurship, and community mobilization across Jordan. She currently serves as Consortium Lead Senior Expert for the regional Ready for Tomorrow youth economic empowerment project under Plan International, driving systemic change through strategic partnerships and innovative program design.

Sereen’s career reflects an unwavering commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and fostering sustainable development. From spearheading child labor eradication programs and establishing social support and employability centers across Jordan, to designing cutting-edge training manuals and building the capacities of grassroots organizations, she brings a rare blend of field insight, strategic leadership, and technical expertise. She has led programs with managed multi-stakeholder coordination at national and regional levels, and trained youth and women professionals and activists across Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Syria.

A certified Master Advocacy Trainer and Innovation Practitioner, Sereen is also an accomplished curriculum developer and qualitative researcher. Her academic foundation includes a Master’s degree in Women’s Studies and Gender from the University of Jordan, where her thesis explored the systemic withdrawal of women from the labor market.

Among her many achievements are launching the inspirational podcast “Ready – Jahizoun” highlighting youth entrepreneurial success in Jordan, and institutionalizing Youth Lead Initiatives. With a visionary yet grounded approach, Sereen combines passion with purpose to build inclusive ecosystems, unlock youth potential, and champion gender justice—one project, policy, and partnership at a time.

Dr. Reem Ali Alfayez

Director of University of Jordan Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center

Dr. Reem Al Fayez is an Associate Professor in the Computer Information Systems department at the University of Jordan. She is currently working as the Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at the University of Jordan.

She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science, majoring in Linked Data Management, from Warwick University, United Kingdom.

Mohammed Ali Qaryouti

Partner & Vice President at NITAJ For Commercial Investments LLC

Mohammed is a highly accomplished and results-driven expert banker with 29 years of multifaceted executive experience within the banking industry. As a proven leader, he possesses strong business planning and strategy skills, with a track record of successfully implementing initiatives to support growth.

With expertise in business and banking leadership and management across commercial and all sectors of the banking industry, Mohammed has a deep understanding of banking products and services. He is also an expert in business development initiatives and has a strong track record of exceeding objectives. Mohammed is known for his personal drive, integrity, and strong leadership and people management capabilities.

In his pursuit of a strong national economy that benefits citizens and society, Mohammed has taken on several leadership roles. He is the co-founder, board of directors member, and treasurer for the Jordan Economic Forum (JEF), an independent and impartial non-profit organization.

He also serves as a board member of the Jordan Europe Business Association (JEBA).

Mohammed's leadership extends beyond the banking industry as he serves as Chair, Co-founder, and Board of Director member for more than ten institutions, including public shareholding companies, private limited by share companies, and others in various fields, both local and international. These industries range from investments, financial, real estate, leasing, healthcare, industrial, advisory, project management, technology, education, payments, economics, and more.

Eng. Shorouk Al-Halawani

Jordan Chapter Director of VNTR

Eng. Shorouk Al-Halawani is the Jordan Chapter Director of VNTR. She is a pioneer in the fields of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation, with over 15 years of experience in higher education institutions, IT management, youth empowerment, and developing creative strategic initiatives.

She holds a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship from Princess Sumaya University for Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Jordan. During her career, she has held several leadership positions, including Director of the Office of Talent, Digital Transformation, Career and Academic Guidance, and Cultural Exchange at Princess Sumaya University for Technology and Al Hussein Technical University.

Eng. Shorouk is a certified trainer in the United Nations EMPRETEC program, which specializes in entrepreneurship. She has conducted training and workshops in leadership, innovation and creativity, social entrepreneurship, and strategic planning within the Crown Prince Foundation's programs and at several Jordanian universities, entrepreneurship development centers, and business incubators.

She has won several prestigious awards, including the Crown Prince Award for Best Government Application and the UNIFEM Award for Best Graduation Project at the Technology Festival. She was also nominated for the first edition of the Al Hussein bin Abdullah II Award for Volunteer Work and was selected as a jury member in several global entrepreneurship and startup competitions, including the Hult Prize, Global Startup Awards Africa, the Stevie Award, the Crown Prince Award, and the IEEE Pitchinno Award.

She was honored by His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, and Her Royal Highness Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan, in recognition of her achievements in innovation, creativity, and community service.

Suzan Barbour, MBA

CEO of BMMGSC, Vice Chairperson & General Manager of Fiker Think Tank Institute

Suzan Barbour is a committed advocate for women's economic empowerment and an expert in business development, specializing in the growth of startup businesses, women-led enterprises, and cross-border trade partnerships. With over 24 years of experience—including nearly two decades with the U.S. Department of State and Department of Commerce—Suzan leads Business Matchmaking and Global Strategic Consultancy (BMMGSC), a premier firm that facilitates international trade and strategic partnerships between the United States and the MENA region, particularly focusing on Jordan. She also serves as Vice Chairperson and General Manager of Fiker Think Tank Institute, leading initiatives in research, policy, and public engagement. She actively mentors women-led businesses through Mercy Corps’ Micromentor program and has worked with UNDP in Jordan to train women graduates for economic advancement. Through USAID’s Youth Grow Activity, she empowers home-based businesses in branding, planning, and marketing. Suzan is a certified Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion leader and served as the first female president of the Rotary Club of Amman Ammon. At Fiker Think Tank Institute, she drives research excellence, policy impact, and public outreach. Her strategic services include business matchmaking, market entry consulting, project management, mentorship, and grant consulting. She holds an MBA in Strategic & Innovative Leadership from Westcliff University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Business and a DPA degree. Her vision through BMMGSC is to build sustainable, cross-border partnerships that fuel economic growth in the MENA region. Volunteer Affiliations: - President (Past and Incoming), Rotary Club of Amman Ammon - Past Chair, District Public-Private Partnership Committee - Member, Rajwa Association for Cancer Fighters - Member, Gift of Life Association (Open Heart Surgery for Children)

Dr. Renad Seheimat

Founder and CEO of THELAB Laboratories

Dr. Renad Seheimat is a Medical Doctor and Clinical Pathologist with over 20 years of experience in advancing healthcare and empowering women in leadership. As the Founder, General Manager, and CEO of THE LAB Laboratories, she has led the organization since 2016, delivering comprehensive and advanced medical laboratory testing services. Under her leadership, the lab is committed to providing exceptional patient care and supporting physicians with accurate and timely diagnostics.

In addition to her clinical expertise, she holds a diploma in Nutritional Therapy and has served as a lecturer at the University of Jordan and CNM College in Dublin. Her professional journey also includes significant contributions to leadership and advocacy. She is an administrative member of the Jordanian Forum for Professional and Business Women (JFPBW) and was among the first Jordanian women to graduate from the Female Future Program in Jordan.

She is deeply passionate about fostering innovation in healthcare and promoting gender equality in leadership roles.