Climate Action Committee
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is particularly vulnerable to the negative implications of climate change due to its aridity and socioeconomic gaps, lack of proper institutions, and rapid population growth.
The MENA2050 Climate Action Committee, consisting of climate experts, innovators, policymakers, and other stakeholders, aims to collaborate, develop strategies, and deploy solutions to the climate crisis in the region. It will bring together the best minds and provide an invaluable platform for the development of innovative solutions and sharing of resources. The implementation of the Climate Action Committee’s innovative solutions can help mitigate the negative effects of climate change and create positive outcomes such as green prosperity. Achieving this requires the engagement of every actor in society and a multidimensional approach that considers different sectors.
The Committee proposes several approaches to mitigate the climate change’s effects in the MENA region. With ambitious commitments from various stakeholders to prioritize collective action to safeguard the planet and create a future based on green prosperity, the Committee will lead a real change in preparing our region for the future in the field of climate change in an optimal way.
Dr. Hakima El Haité, Chair
Morocco Morocco
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers,
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers,
Dr. Hakima El Haité, Chair
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers, governmental negotiators, private sector actors and civil society (seventy-five worldwide coalitions) to build a concerted agenda for action and published with the support of the UNFCCC the first year book. In her leadership roles EL HAITE traveled worldwide to campaign for the recognition of Climate Change as an urgent national and international issue, and vital necessity to switch from words to action. She succeeded in mobilizing sixty-eight heads of state to attend COP22 and to adhere to the Marrakech Partnership. Prior to serving as Minister, EL HAITE was the President/CEO of EAU GLOBE, the first environmental engineering firm in Africa and the Middle East which she founded in 1994. EAU GLOBE successfully supported the development of integrated water management strategies throughout Morocco. She worked in the sectors of water, waste water, solid waste management, industrial depollution and institutional and legislative reforms in the field of environment and sustainable development. EL HAITE on behalf of EAU GLOBE was involved in projects in Africa and the Middle East, including those financed by the World Bank. She serves as an international advisor on high level sustainability projects, currently acting as Special Advisor to President Macky Sall of Senegal on the development of environmental policy solutions for solid waste management and urban planning. EL HAITE has been recognized internationally for her work. These honors include recognition by US President OBAMA as an innovative entrepreneur in 2010 at The Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship held in Washington, D.C. Currently Appointed by the UN general Secretary as member of the advisory board of Zero waste initiative 2023-2026 2019 and 2023 recognized by times as one of the 100 more influential people in the field of climate change
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers, governmental negotiators, private sector actors and civil society (seventy-five worldwide coalitions) to build a concerted agenda for action and published with the support of the UNFCCC the first year book. In her leadership roles EL HAITE traveled worldwide to campaign for the recognition of Climate Change as an urgent national and international issue, and vital necessity to switch from words to action. She succeeded in mobilizing sixty-eight heads of state to attend COP22 and to adhere to the Marrakech Partnership. Prior to serving as Minister, EL HAITE was the President/CEO of EAU GLOBE, the first environmental engineering firm in Africa and the Middle East which she founded in 1994. EAU GLOBE successfully supported the development of integrated water management strategies throughout Morocco. She worked in the sectors of water, waste water, solid waste management, industrial depollution and institutional and legislative reforms in the field of environment and sustainable development. EL HAITE on behalf of EAU GLOBE was involved in projects in Africa and the Middle East, including those financed by the World Bank. She serves as an international advisor on high level sustainability projects, currently acting as Special Advisor to President Macky Sall of Senegal on the development of environmental policy solutions for solid waste management and urban planning. EL HAITE has been recognized internationally for her work. These honors include recognition by US President OBAMA as an innovative entrepreneur in 2010 at The Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship held in Washington, D.C. Currently Appointed by the UN general Secretary as member of the advisory board of Zero waste initiative 2023-2026 2019 and 2023 recognized by times as one of the 100 more influential people in the field of climate change
Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers, governmental negotiators, private sector actors and civil society (seventy-five worldwide coalitions) to build a concerted agenda for action and published with the support of the UNFCCC the first year book. In her leadership roles EL HAITE traveled worldwide to campaign for the recognition of Climate Change as an urgent national and international issue, and vital necessity to switch from words to action. She succeeded in mobilizing sixty-eight heads of state to attend COP22 and to adhere to the Marrakech Partnership. Prior to serving as Minister, EL HAITE was the President/CEO of EAU GLOBE, the first environmental engineering firm in Africa and the Middle East which she founded in 1994. EAU GLOBE successfully supported the development of integrated water management strategies throughout Morocco. She worked in the sectors of water, waste water, solid waste management, industrial depollution and institutional and legislative reforms in the field of environment and sustainable development. EL HAITE on behalf of EAU GLOBE was involved in projects in Africa and the Middle East, including those financed by the World Bank. She serves as an international advisor on high level sustainability projects, currently acting as Special Advisor to President Macky Sall of Senegal on the development of environmental policy solutions for solid waste management and urban planning. EL HAITE has been recognized internationally for her work. These honors include recognition by US President OBAMA as an innovative entrepreneur in 2010 at The Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship held in Washington, D.C. Currently Appointed by the UN general Secretary as member of the advisory board of Zero waste initiative 2023-2026 2019 and 2023 recognized by times as one of the 100 more influential people in the field of climate change
Hakima El HAITE is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of sustainable development, environment and climate change. She has 26 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and businesswoman, as well as an appointed official and international advocate. This experience provides her with a unique ability to identify, communicate and execute environmental policies and projects. As the former Minister of Environment for the Kingdom of Morocco, EL HAITE updated the national legislative framework and harmonized it with international legislation, realized the national strategy for sustainable development and introduced green growth into national solid waste management and industrial policies. She was an active negotiator for the framework of The Paris Agreement and was subsequently elected to the Vice Presidency of COP21. She played a major role in bringing COP22 to Morocco and was a central actor in its organization and implementation. In her capacity as Minister, EL HAITE served as a representative at the UN on climate change. She was chosen by His Majesty Mohammed VI of Morocco to be the Special Envoy, and High-Level Champion of the International Climate Conference (COP 22). She launched the Marrakech Partnership gathering together ministers, governmental negotiators, private sector actors and civil society (seventy-five worldwide coalitions) to build a concerted agenda for action and published with the support of the UNFCCC the first year book. In her leadership roles EL HAITE traveled worldwide to campaign for the recognition of Climate Change as an urgent national and international issue, and vital necessity to switch from words to action. She succeeded in mobilizing sixty-eight heads of state to attend COP22 and to adhere to the Marrakech Partnership. Prior to serving as Minister, EL HAITE was the President/CEO of EAU GLOBE, the first environmental engineering firm in Africa and the Middle East which she founded in 1994. EAU GLOBE successfully supported the development of integrated water management strategies throughout Morocco. She worked in the sectors of water, waste water, solid waste management, industrial depollution and institutional and legislative reforms in the field of environment and sustainable development. EL HAITE on behalf of EAU GLOBE was involved in projects in Africa and the Middle East, including those financed by the World Bank. She serves as an international advisor on high level sustainability projects, currently acting as Special Advisor to President Macky Sall of Senegal on the development of environmental policy solutions for solid waste management and urban planning. EL HAITE has been recognized internationally for her work. These honors include recognition by US President OBAMA as an innovative entrepreneur in 2010 at The Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship held in Washington, D.C. Currently Appointed by the UN general Secretary as member of the advisory board of Zero waste initiative 2023-2026 2019 and 2023 recognized by times as one of the 100 more influential people in the field of climate change
Ariel Ezrahi
Germany Germany
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Ariel Ezrahi
Germany Germany
Germany
Germany
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Germany
Germany
Germany
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Ariel Ezrahi, based in Berlin, is a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council’s Middle East Programs where he is working on a range of regional projects and initiatives. Ezrahi is an energy and sustainability diplomacy expert who appears regularly in the media. Previously, he was the first director of energy at the Office of the Quartet where he shaped all energy aspects from conventional to renewable energy, and sustainability initiatives. Ezrahi was the architect of the Gas for Gaza project and chaired its task force since inception, where he worked closely with the project’s key international actors, on this cornerstone Palestinian project, in close cooperation with Israel. Ezrahi was the Energy Adviser to former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Quartet Representative. Prior to that role, he worked for international law firms, in the corporate energy field, with an emphasis on the Middle East and North Africa region. He holds an M.Phil. in modern Middle Eastern studies from the University of Oxford (St. Antony’s College), an LLM in international law from Georgetown University, and an LLB from the University of Manchester.
Pierre Henri Guignard
France France
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
Pierre Henri Guignard
France France
France
France
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
France France
France
France
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
After studying Economics and Public Affairs,
he joined the Foreign Affairs ministry and served in Peru, Mexico, Canada and the United States and, later..
Roger Philippe Bertozzi
Switzerland, France Switzerland, France
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Roger Philippe Bertozzi
Switzerland, France Switzerland,
Switzerland, France
Switzerland, France
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Switzerland, France <span
Switzerland, France
Switzerland, France
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Roger-Philippe Bertozzi has a solid experience in the aluminium industry. He is the co-founder of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe ( FACE ), created in 1999 by leading European aluminium transformers to support the competitiveness and the sustainability of the independent EU downstream aluminium industry.
Dr. Clive Lipchin
South Africa, Israel South Africa, Israel
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He
Dr. Clive Lipchin
South Africa, Israel <span
South Africa, Israel
South Africa, Israel
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He is also leading a study in wastewater epidemiology on monitoring the presence of the corona virus in wastewater in Israel and the West Bank as part of an early warning public health program on combatting the spread of the virus in marginalized communities in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Clive also serves as the CEO of Laguna Innovation- www.lagunainnovation.com. The company has developed an innovative off grid and onsite wastewater treatment and reuse technology. The company provides wastewater treatment services to communities, farmers, industry and any other water user that is not connected to a sewer system. The company not only treats the wastewater onsite but returns it to the customer as high quality effluent for irrigation use in agriculture or for any other non-potable use of water. The company has run successful proof of concept pilots in Israel and the West Bank and is now actively working with clients in Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Jordan and South Africa. Clive, a native from South Africa has been living in Israel for over twenty years. He received a BSc degree in zoology at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, a BSc Honors in wildlife management from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, a MSc in desert ecology from the Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel and a PhD in resource ecology management from the School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan.
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He is also leading a study in wastewater epidemiology on monitoring the presence of the corona virus in wastewater in Israel and the West Bank as part of an early warning public health program on combatting the spread of the virus in marginalized communities in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Clive also serves as the CEO of Laguna Innovation- www.lagunainnovation.com. The company has developed an innovative off grid and onsite wastewater treatment and reuse technology. The company provides wastewater treatment services to communities, farmers, industry and any other water user that is not connected to a sewer system. The company not only treats the wastewater onsite but returns it to the customer as high quality effluent for irrigation use in agriculture or for any other non-potable use of water. The company has run successful proof of concept pilots in Israel and the West Bank and is now actively working with clients in Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Jordan and South Africa. Clive, a native from South Africa has been living in Israel for over twenty years. He received a BSc degree in zoology at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, a BSc Honors in wildlife management from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, a MSc in desert ecology from the Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel and a PhD in resource ecology management from the School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan.
South Africa, Israel
South Africa, Israel
South Africa, Israel
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He is also leading a study in wastewater epidemiology on monitoring the presence of the corona virus in wastewater in Israel and the West Bank as part of an early warning public health program on combatting the spread of the virus in marginalized communities in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Clive also serves as the CEO of Laguna Innovation- www.lagunainnovation.com. The company has developed an innovative off grid and onsite wastewater treatment and reuse technology. The company provides wastewater treatment services to communities, farmers, industry and any other water user that is not connected to a sewer system. The company not only treats the wastewater onsite but returns it to the customer as high quality effluent for irrigation use in agriculture or for any other non-potable use of water. The company has run successful proof of concept pilots in Israel and the West Bank and is now actively working with clients in Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Jordan and South Africa. Clive, a native from South Africa has been living in Israel for over twenty years. He received a BSc degree in zoology at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, a BSc Honors in wildlife management from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, a MSc in desert ecology from the Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel and a PhD in resource ecology management from the School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan.
Clive serves as the director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies' Center for Transboundary Water Management where he oversees research and development projects, workshops and conferences that focus on transboundary water and environmental problems facing Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. His specialty is in water resources management and policy. Clive has conducted research for a number of international water agencies such as the World Bank, EU, UNDP and USAID and has been involved most recently with the European Union's Water Initiative project for the Mediterranean region and the USAID Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM) program and the Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) program. He also served as the Israeli partner for the USDA funded project - CONSERVE (COordinating Nontraditional Sustainable watER use in Variable climatEs): A Center of Excellence at the Nexus of Sustainable Water Reuse, Food and Health.” Clive's research and development work has recently focused on cross-border stream restoration and waste water management issues between Israel and the Palestinian Authority and on integrated food, energy and water systems for off-grid communities in Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Authority and the developing world. He is also leading a study in wastewater epidemiology on monitoring the presence of the corona virus in wastewater in Israel and the West Bank as part of an early warning public health program on combatting the spread of the virus in marginalized communities in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Clive also serves as the CEO of Laguna Innovation- www.lagunainnovation.com. The company has developed an innovative off grid and onsite wastewater treatment and reuse technology. The company provides wastewater treatment services to communities, farmers, industry and any other water user that is not connected to a sewer system. The company not only treats the wastewater onsite but returns it to the customer as high quality effluent for irrigation use in agriculture or for any other non-potable use of water. The company has run successful proof of concept pilots in Israel and the West Bank and is now actively working with clients in Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Jordan and South Africa. Clive, a native from South Africa has been living in Israel for over twenty years. He received a BSc degree in zoology at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, a BSc Honors in wildlife management from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, a MSc in desert ecology from the Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel and a PhD in resource ecology management from the School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan.
Dr. Shamal Abdulkhaliq Mohammed
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Shamal Abdulkhaliq Mohammed
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE <span
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Kurdistan (Iraq), UAE
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Dr Shamal Mohammed is an accomplished AgriTech executive with extensive experience in leading innovation research and development and digital transformation in the agricultural industry. Shamal holds a PhD in remote sensing and machine learning applications in agriculture and is presently the AgriTech Director at Silal in the UAE. He is responsible for the AgriTech innovation program, leading R&D activities and building strategic partnerships nationally and internationally to develop an innovative ecosystem for AgriTech innovation. Before his current role, Shamal held leadership positions at the AGRI-EPI Centre, Agrii, and AHDB, in the UK, where he led various projects and teams focused on digital agriculture, soil health, crop nutrition, and precision farming. Shamal has a track record of developing and implementing digital solutions that improve food production systems, increase environmental sustainability, and enhance farmers' livelihoods. He is a member of the National Committee for Local Production and Technology in the UAE Government and an Advisory Board member of the Water Research Centre at New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Ravit Dinmez Yehezkel
Israel Israel
Ravit Dinmez Yehezkel, LL.M, EMBA possesses extensive legal knowledge in the public, private and NPO sectors in Israel. In her previous position Dinmez-Yehezkel was employed by the ministry of Environmental Affairs where she dealt with government relations, regulations, strategy, and crisis management. As Leket Israel’s Vice President of Legal and Government Relations, she formulates overall policies and strategies to lead the organization in the field of food rescue and food insecurity, in collaboration with government decision makers. Dinmez Yehezkel represents Leket Israel at government ministries and meets regularly with officials, at Knesset committees, local governments, and other relevant organizations. Additionally, she forms and promotes collaborations related to food rescue and food insecurity and promotes parliamentary tools, such as legislation, queries, etc.
Ravit Dinmez Yehezkel
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Ravit Dinmez Yehezkel, LL.M, EMBA possesses extensive legal knowledge in the public, private and NPO sectors in Israel. In her previous position Dinmez-Yehezkel was employed by the ministry of Environmental Affairs where she dealt with government relations, regulations, strategy, and crisis management. As Leket Israel’s Vice President of Legal and Government Relations, she formulates overall policies and strategies to lead the organization in the field of food rescue and food insecurity, in collaboration with government decision makers. Dinmez Yehezkel represents Leket Israel at government ministries and meets regularly with officials, at Knesset committees, local governments, and other relevant organizations. Additionally, she forms and promotes collaborations related to food rescue and food insecurity and promotes parliamentary tools, such as legislation, queries, etc.
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Ravit Dinmez Yehezkel, LL.M, EMBA possesses extensive legal knowledge in the public, private and NPO sectors in Israel. In her previous position Dinmez-Yehezkel was employed by the ministry of Environmental Affairs where she dealt with government relations, regulations, strategy, and crisis management. As Leket Israel’s Vice President of Legal and Government Relations, she formulates overall policies and strategies to lead the organization in the field of food rescue and food insecurity, in collaboration with government decision makers. Dinmez Yehezkel represents Leket Israel at government ministries and meets regularly with officials, at Knesset committees, local governments, and other relevant organizations. Additionally, she forms and promotes collaborations related to food rescue and food insecurity and promotes parliamentary tools, such as legislation, queries, etc.
Dr. Hosni Ghedira
Tunisia Tunisia
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean
Dr. Hosni Ghedira
Tunisia Tunisia
Tunisia
Tunisia
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean energy, space technologies, water security and environmental monitoring. Dr. Ghedira has participated in several studies with international organizations (UN-ESCWA, World Bank, IRENA, AfDB) on clean energy, water security and water-energy nexus. Dr. Ghedira was nominated in January 2019 by Solar Quarter Magazine in the list of Most Influential Solar Business Leaders in The MENA PV Market. He was nominated in January 2018 as a member of Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (MBRAS).
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean energy, space technologies, water security and environmental monitoring. Dr. Ghedira has participated in several studies with international organizations (UN-ESCWA, World Bank, IRENA, AfDB) on clean energy, water security and water-energy nexus. Dr. Ghedira was nominated in January 2019 by Solar Quarter Magazine in the list of Most Influential Solar Business Leaders in The MENA PV Market. He was nominated in January 2018 as a member of Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (MBRAS).
Tunisia
Tunisia
Tunisia
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean energy, space technologies, water security and environmental monitoring. Dr. Ghedira has participated in several studies with international organizations (UN-ESCWA, World Bank, IRENA, AfDB) on clean energy, water security and water-energy nexus. Dr. Ghedira was nominated in January 2019 by Solar Quarter Magazine in the list of Most Influential Solar Business Leaders in The MENA PV Market. He was nominated in January 2018 as a member of Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (MBRAS).
Dr. Hosni Ghedira is presently the Director of Research Engagement at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research-based AI university. He received his MSc degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and his PhD in Water Sciences from the University of Quebec (Canada) in 1997 and 2001, respectively. Before joining MBZUAI, Dr. Ghedira served as a Director of the Research Centre for Renewable Energy Mapping and Assessment at Masdar Institute from 2010 to 2020. Before moving to the UAE, he spent six years at the City University of New York as Assistant Professor and Research Associate Professor. He was the founding Director (in 2003) of the Environmental Remote Sensing and Image Processing Laboratory at the NOAA Cooperative Remote Sensing Science & Technology Center (NOAA-CREST) in New York. Dr. Ghedira has 20 years of rich and progressively responsible experience in diverse sectors of Energy, Environment, Water, Innovation and Climate with a total of 10 years at managerial level in national and regional institutions. Dr. Ghedira is an active member in several regional and international working groups in the field of clean energy, space technologies, water security and environmental monitoring. Dr. Ghedira has participated in several studies with international organizations (UN-ESCWA, World Bank, IRENA, AfDB) on clean energy, water security and water-energy nexus. Dr. Ghedira was nominated in January 2019 by Solar Quarter Magazine in the list of Most Influential Solar Business Leaders in The MENA PV Market. He was nominated in January 2018 as a member of Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (MBRAS).
Dr. Susan E Saxton
USA USA
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy.
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy.
Dr. Susan E Saxton
USA USA
USA
USA
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy. Through her international entrepreneurial roles in both developed and emerging economies, she is seen as a unique combination of strategist, visionary, turnaround specialist, and innovator. Dr. Saxton has two Ph.D.s, in Organization and Management, and Human Services/Psychology; a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Business from the University of Liverpool; a Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.B.A.) in Finance from Boston University; and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Wellesley College. Dr. Saxton’s other notable positions include: Chief Strategy & Development Officer, International Baccalaureate Organization Dean of Students and Vice President Strategy & Product Development , Kaplan University Founding Dean, School of Business & Technology, Capella University
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy. Through her international entrepreneurial roles in both developed and emerging economies, she is seen as a unique combination of strategist, visionary, turnaround specialist, and innovator. Dr. Saxton has two Ph.D.s, in Organization and Management, and Human Services/Psychology; a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Business from the University of Liverpool; a Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.B.A.) in Finance from Boston University; and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Wellesley College. Dr. Saxton’s other notable positions include: Chief Strategy & Development Officer, International Baccalaureate Organization Dean of Students and Vice President Strategy & Product Development , Kaplan University Founding Dean, School of Business & Technology, Capella University
USA USA
USA
USA
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy. Through her international entrepreneurial roles in both developed and emerging economies, she is seen as a unique combination of strategist, visionary, turnaround specialist, and innovator. Dr. Saxton has two Ph.D.s, in Organization and Management, and Human Services/Psychology; a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Business from the University of Liverpool; a Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.B.A.) in Finance from Boston University; and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Wellesley College. Dr. Saxton’s other notable positions include: Chief Strategy & Development Officer, International Baccalaureate Organization Dean of Students and Vice President Strategy & Product Development , Kaplan University Founding Dean, School of Business & Technology, Capella University
Dr. Saxton has over 25 years of educational and business expertise, with a focus on transformational leadership and corporate strategy. In her role as Chief Executive at Learning Models LC, Dr. Saxton is focused on increasing scale and quality for public and private entities; designing, building, and operating new schools and universities; and consulting to ministries and governmental institutions in the MENA region with initial activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prior to her current role, Dr. Saxton was the Founding President of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), where she built a first-of-its-kind campus and faculty corps to deliver a unique style of education in the emerging GCC market. She previously held senior roles for Laureate Education, serving as Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Academic Officer, and Senior Vice President for Global Products and Services; and as SVP Innovation & Emerging Strategies and CEO of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. In these positions Dr. Saxton was instrumental in the acquisition and expansion of campus locations, requiring extensive due diligence and regulatory negotiations, as well as the restructuring and transformation of institutions within Laureate Education’s larger corporate strategy. Through her international entrepreneurial roles in both developed and emerging economies, she is seen as a unique combination of strategist, visionary, turnaround specialist, and innovator. Dr. Saxton has two Ph.D.s, in Organization and Management, and Human Services/Psychology; a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Business from the University of Liverpool; a Master of Science in Business Administration (M.S.B.A.) in Finance from Boston University; and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Wellesley College. Dr. Saxton’s other notable positions include: Chief Strategy & Development Officer, International Baccalaureate Organization Dean of Students and Vice President Strategy & Product Development , Kaplan University Founding Dean, School of Business & Technology, Capella University
Dr. Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo
Burkina Faso Burkina Faso
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of
Dr. Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo
Burkina Faso Burkina
Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of OPEN Education which developed innovative eLearning solution for developing countries. He has also been elected twice as an MP for the parliament of Burkina Faso where he took the position of Parliamentarian Secretary.
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of OPEN Education which developed innovative eLearning solution for developing countries. He has also been elected twice as an MP for the parliament of Burkina Faso where he took the position of Parliamentarian Secretary.
Burkina Faso <span
Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of OPEN Education which developed innovative eLearning solution for developing countries. He has also been elected twice as an MP for the parliament of Burkina Faso where he took the position of Parliamentarian Secretary.
Dr Bachir Ismael Ouedraogo is currently Senior Advisor Sahel and Power Africa at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. Prior to this position he was the Minister of Energy and Mine of Burkina Faso for about 4 years.
He successfully implemented about 200MW solar projects in Burkina including solar pumping and irrigation for about 100 villages to support farmers in agriculture. He doubled electricity access to the population when he was in office using extensive solar energy for rural area. He is a PhD in Economics of Renewable Energy and Climate Change of the University of Manchester where he also conducted several researches on the financial impact of renewable energy for developing countries. He also has a Master in Public Finance from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands. Dr Bachir previous professional experience includes the position of Coordinator of the ECOWAS Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Support Facility. That facility aimed at supporting entrepreneurs in the Ecowas region to develop their business in the renewable energy sector and support them to have bankable project that will meet the requirements of the investors. He is the founder and CEO of OPEN Education which developed innovative eLearning solution for developing countries. He has also been elected twice as an MP for the parliament of Burkina Faso where he took the position of Parliamentarian Secretary.
Shirley Shahar
Israel Israel
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
Shirley Shahar
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
Israel
Israel
Israel
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
The Co-founder, DANA GLOBAL Shirley’s career has included significant experience in marketing and business development with corporate enterprise, food and agricultural innovation and startups in different sectors. Alongside her career, Shirley has been a mentor in different programs that promote diversity, women empowerment and innovation. Today, she is leading DANA, an Abu Dhabi based venture builder and investment platform, that supports women led startups from the MENA region in sectors of desertech, including sectors of agrifood, sustainability, water solutions, renewable energy, and circular economy. She leads the company strategic planning regarding dealflow, business development, and ecosystem partnerships. Shirley strives to implement impact and the values of diversity, sustainability and gender equality throughout DANA's operations. Shirley’s vast experience in agritech and foodtech is invaluable in directing startups and regional ecosystem toward practical solutions that serve tangible marketplace needs. Shirley is a mother of four, including twins.
Lisa Moon
USA USA
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
Lisa Moon
USA USA
USA
USA
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
USA USA
USA
USA
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
Lisa is President & Chief Executive Officer of GFN. Previously, Lisa served as Vice President of Global Agriculture and Food at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she spearheaded a project that has become one of the leading global contributors to discussions around hunger and food security. There she conducted studies and policy dialogues on the role of agriculture in emerging economies, the nexus between agriculture and health, the pressures water scarcity and climate change will place on the global food system and the importance of trade and food price volatility to social stability. She holds a Master of Arts degree in security policy studies from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies, political science, and Spanish from Bradley University.
Ali Faqeeh
Bahrain Bahrain
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Ali Faqeeh
Bahrain Bahrain
Bahrain
Bahrain
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Bahrain Bahrain
Bahrain
Bahrain
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Ali Faqeeh is an analyst at the Bahrain Centre for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), as well as a non-resident research fellow at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC. With a primary emphasis on entrepreneurship and food security, Ali is dedicated to shaping policies that enhance and foster food security by cultivating a conducive business environment within the agriculture sector at local and regional levels. Furthermore, he endeavors to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by spearheading the development of innovative and sustainable agricultural technologies. Ali's expertise in the field is well- documented through his collection of policy and scholarly articles. Prior to his tenure at Derasat, Ali Faqeeh honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in both the commercial and public sectors, solidifying his comprehensive understanding of diverse industry dynamics.
Dr. Adnan Mjalli
Palestine, USA Palestine, USA
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer,
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer,
Dr. Adnan Mjalli
Palestine, USA
Palestine, USA
Palestine, USA
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, Boehringer Ingelheim, Kanabo Pharmaceuticals of Japan, Cephalon (acquired by Teva), and Forest Labs (acquired by Actavis) Dr. Mjalli has raised, structured, negotiated, and concluded several multibillion-dollar deals with major global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. So far, Dr. Mjalli has authored hundreds of scientific articles, four book chapters, and has been named an inventor on over 700 patents and patent applications.
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, Boehringer Ingelheim, Kanabo Pharmaceuticals of Japan, Cephalon (acquired by Teva), and Forest Labs (acquired by Actavis) Dr. Mjalli has raised, structured, negotiated, and concluded several multibillion-dollar deals with major global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. So far, Dr. Mjalli has authored hundreds of scientific articles, four book chapters, and has been named an inventor on over 700 patents and patent applications.
Palestine, USA <span
Palestine, USA
Palestine, USA
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, Boehringer Ingelheim, Kanabo Pharmaceuticals of Japan, Cephalon (acquired by Teva), and Forest Labs (acquired by Actavis) Dr. Mjalli has raised, structured, negotiated, and concluded several multibillion-dollar deals with major global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. So far, Dr. Mjalli has authored hundreds of scientific articles, four book chapters, and has been named an inventor on over 700 patents and patent applications.
Dr. Adnan Mjalli is an internationally recognized entrepreneur in the business of drug discovery and development of new medicines in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. The work of Dr. Mjalli goes far beyond drug discovery and development. He is the founder of more than 20 other companies in many areas, including education, energy, agriculture, bioremediation, construction, development, real estate, commerce, and finance. These companies focus on science, education, tourism, entertainment, technology, and the advancement of human capital in developing countries. Dr. Mjalli attended university in Jordan and postgraduate studies in London, England before obtaining his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 1989 from the University of Exeter, UK. His postdoctoral work was completed at the University of Rochester with Professor Richard S. Schlessinger. Since then, Dr. Mjalli has held various positions of increasing leadership responsibilities in research and senior executive management at a number of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Merck & Co., Inc. During the early stages of his leadership responsibilities, he was successful in raising close to $1 billion dollars in equity and forged major strategic partnerships with several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including Merck & Co., Pfizer, Novo Nordisk, Boehringer Ingelheim, Kanabo Pharmaceuticals of Japan, Cephalon (acquired by Teva), and Forest Labs (acquired by Actavis) Dr. Mjalli has raised, structured, negotiated, and concluded several multibillion-dollar deals with major global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. So far, Dr. Mjalli has authored hundreds of scientific articles, four book chapters, and has been named an inventor on over 700 patents and patent applications.
Danielle Abraham
Israel Israel
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Danielle Abraham
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Danielle has spent her career in Israel dedicated to connecting Israeli expertise to needs in developing countries. At present she is the Executive Director of Volcani International Partnerships, an NGO dedicated to promoting Israeli agricultural innovation and expertise for the benefit of Israel and the world. Prior to this position, Danielle was the Co-Chair of the annual ID2 Conference and co-founder of Impact Investing Israel, working to develop the impact investment sector in Israel. Danielle started her career in Israel as a senior policy advisor in MASHAV, Israel’s agency for International Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this role she represented Israel, as a guest speaker, at the UN, OECD and German Development Bank. Danielle made Aliyah from London, where she worked for the Strategy and International Directorate of the UK Home Office. Danielle holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Oxford and lives in Tel Aviv with her family.
Sylvia Parienté
Morocco, Israel Morocco, Israel
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems,
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems,
Sylvia Parienté
Morocco, Israel
Morocco, Israel
Morocco, Israel
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems, emphasizing the creation of exemplary units that benefit both the environment and society. By developing projects that transform waste into valuable secondary raw materials, compost, agricultural soil improvers, and solid or liquid fuels, Sylvia aims to promote a circular approach to the economy. With her international sales experience at L'EXPRESS International Magazine, Sylvia has developed a vast network of local and international administrations. She leverages this network to foster partnerships and collaborations that drive environmental sustainability. Sylvia Parienté achievements and commitment to sustainability make her a respected leader in the field. Her passion, expertise, and dedication continue to contribute to the advancement of environmentally conscious practices in both the public and private sectors.
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems, emphasizing the creation of exemplary units that benefit both the environment and society. By developing projects that transform waste into valuable secondary raw materials, compost, agricultural soil improvers, and solid or liquid fuels, Sylvia aims to promote a circular approach to the economy. With her international sales experience at L'EXPRESS International Magazine, Sylvia has developed a vast network of local and international administrations. She leverages this network to foster partnerships and collaborations that drive environmental sustainability. Sylvia Parienté achievements and commitment to sustainability make her a respected leader in the field. Her passion, expertise, and dedication continue to contribute to the advancement of environmentally conscious practices in both the public and private sectors.
Morocco, Israel <span
Morocco, Israel
Morocco, Israel
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems, emphasizing the creation of exemplary units that benefit both the environment and society. By developing projects that transform waste into valuable secondary raw materials, compost, agricultural soil improvers, and solid or liquid fuels, Sylvia aims to promote a circular approach to the economy. With her international sales experience at L'EXPRESS International Magazine, Sylvia has developed a vast network of local and international administrations. She leverages this network to foster partnerships and collaborations that drive environmental sustainability. Sylvia Parienté achievements and commitment to sustainability make her a respected leader in the field. Her passion, expertise, and dedication continue to contribute to the advancement of environmentally conscious practices in both the public and private sectors.
Sylvia Parienté is a Moroccan Israeli - French professional with over 25 years of experience in international expansion management in Africa. With a strong background in various sectors, including infrastructure projects, agriculture, sanitation, waste management, and water treatment, Sylvia has developed extensive field experience and a robust network of qualified contacts. The last 10 years, Sylvia's passion lies in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices. She has been actively involved in the decarbonization movement and the Net Zero Emission project, focusing on energy transition and innovative solutions. Her visionary leadership has led to the creation of the African Blue Project (ABC), which aims to quantify and certify carbon sequestration in nature across multiple African countries. As the CEO of Exochems Environment Africa, Sylvia has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as an innovative start-up capable of tackling Morocco's environmental issues. Under her guidance, Exochems has transitioned into an SME with a strong identity and expanded its operations to sub-Saharan countries. Sylvia's expertise extends to waste treatment and recovery strategies based on circular economy principles. She advises companies and local authorities on implementing sustainable waste management systems, emphasizing the creation of exemplary units that benefit both the environment and society. By developing projects that transform waste into valuable secondary raw materials, compost, agricultural soil improvers, and solid or liquid fuels, Sylvia aims to promote a circular approach to the economy. With her international sales experience at L'EXPRESS International Magazine, Sylvia has developed a vast network of local and international administrations. She leverages this network to foster partnerships and collaborations that drive environmental sustainability. Sylvia Parienté achievements and commitment to sustainability make her a respected leader in the field. Her passion, expertise, and dedication continue to contribute to the advancement of environmentally conscious practices in both the public and private sectors.
Dr. Said Alahayne
Morocco Morocco
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Dr. Said Alahayne
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Said Alahyane is a research-professor in political science at the Faculty of Legal, Economic and Social Sciences-Cadi Ayyad University, Morocco. His research focuses on public policies with a focus on agricultural policies, food security issues, policymaking in Morocco. He is the author of numerous articles published in international journals. He was a visiting scholar in Schustermen Center for Israeli studies at Brandeis University (United-States) and in Israel from June 28, 2023 to July 20, 2023
Michal Dolev Hashimony
Israel Israel
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools
Michal Dolev Hashimony
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools for diverse communities in Africa. Additionally, she has served as part of the evaluating team for the Education for Sustainable Development project conducted by Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) in Kenya. These experiences have broadened her perspective and deepened her commitment to finding innovative solutions for sustainable development. As a CEO and leader in her field, she draws inspiration from the potential to create positive change in communities worldwide. She firmly believes in dreaming big while starting with small, actionable steps. Piloting projects allows her to ensure quality and achieve significant outcomes. Currently, her primary area of expertise lies in water-related issues in developing countries. She is actively promoting the establishment of research and development centers to advance technologies for obtaining potable water and enhancing food security in these communities. By driving innovation and collaboration, she aims to create sustainable solutions that will improve the lives of people in need.
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools for diverse communities in Africa. Additionally, she has served as part of the evaluating team for the Education for Sustainable Development project conducted by Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) in Kenya. These experiences have broadened her perspective and deepened her commitment to finding innovative solutions for sustainable development. As a CEO and leader in her field, she draws inspiration from the potential to create positive change in communities worldwide. She firmly believes in dreaming big while starting with small, actionable steps. Piloting projects allows her to ensure quality and achieve significant outcomes. Currently, her primary area of expertise lies in water-related issues in developing countries. She is actively promoting the establishment of research and development centers to advance technologies for obtaining potable water and enhancing food security in these communities. By driving innovation and collaboration, she aims to create sustainable solutions that will improve the lives of people in need.
Israel
Israel
Israel
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools for diverse communities in Africa. Additionally, she has served as part of the evaluating team for the Education for Sustainable Development project conducted by Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) in Kenya. These experiences have broadened her perspective and deepened her commitment to finding innovative solutions for sustainable development. As a CEO and leader in her field, she draws inspiration from the potential to create positive change in communities worldwide. She firmly believes in dreaming big while starting with small, actionable steps. Piloting projects allows her to ensure quality and achieve significant outcomes. Currently, her primary area of expertise lies in water-related issues in developing countries. She is actively promoting the establishment of research and development centers to advance technologies for obtaining potable water and enhancing food security in these communities. By driving innovation and collaboration, she aims to create sustainable solutions that will improve the lives of people in need.
Michal, a dedicated environmental and sustainable development professional with a passion for making a positive impact on communities worldwide. With her expertise in water and food security, business development, resource mobilization, and innovation, she strives to address pressing environmental challenges. She holds a master's degree in Earth sciences and sustainability from Tel Aviv University, where she gained a deep understanding of environmental issues and their implications for communities. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in sustainable architectural planning projects, embedding sustainability principles into every endeavor she undertakes. By promoting energy efficiency and water recycling technologies, she aims to create a greener and more resilient future. One of her most significant contributions is through her work with Engineers Without Borders-Israel. Leading this organization, she is focused on promoting Appropriate Technologies and empowering communities through capacity building and human-centered engineering. Notably, EWB-IL’s rainwater harvesting systems in Tanzania and food security initiatives in Kenya have transformed the lives of thousands of people, ensuring their access to clean water and a stable food supply. At the Porter School of Environmental Studies, she is engaged in research that focuses on developing sustainable planning tools for diverse communities in Africa. Additionally, she has served as part of the evaluating team for the Education for Sustainable Development project conducted by Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) in Kenya. These experiences have broadened her perspective and deepened her commitment to finding innovative solutions for sustainable development. As a CEO and leader in her field, she draws inspiration from the potential to create positive change in communities worldwide. She firmly believes in dreaming big while starting with small, actionable steps. Piloting projects allows her to ensure quality and achieve significant outcomes. Currently, her primary area of expertise lies in water-related issues in developing countries. She is actively promoting the establishment of research and development centers to advance technologies for obtaining potable water and enhancing food security in these communities. By driving innovation and collaboration, she aims to create sustainable solutions that will improve the lives of people in need.
Prof. Dr. Salah Arafa
Egypt Egypt
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman
Prof. Dr. Salah Arafa
Egypt
Egypt
Egypt
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman and founder for few of the leading NGOs in Egypt. He has also served as consultant to many international organizations: US-AID, UNICEF, GTZ, EU, and UNDP. He is a member of the National Committee on Climate Change and also a member of the Research Council on Environment and Development at the Egyptian Academy for Scientific Research and Technology. Professor Arafa's work in the fields of Experimental Physics, Advanced Materials, Renewable Energies, Climate Change Impacts, Sustainable Community Development, Child Protection and Eco-communities is nationally and internationally recognized.
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman and founder for few of the leading NGOs in Egypt. He has also served as consultant to many international organizations: US-AID, UNICEF, GTZ, EU, and UNDP. He is a member of the National Committee on Climate Change and also a member of the Research Council on Environment and Development at the Egyptian Academy for Scientific Research and Technology. Professor Arafa's work in the fields of Experimental Physics, Advanced Materials, Renewable Energies, Climate Change Impacts, Sustainable Community Development, Child Protection and Eco-communities is nationally and internationally recognized.
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Egypt
Egypt
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman and founder for few of the leading NGOs in Egypt. He has also served as consultant to many international organizations: US-AID, UNICEF, GTZ, EU, and UNDP. He is a member of the National Committee on Climate Change and also a member of the Research Council on Environment and Development at the Egyptian Academy for Scientific Research and Technology. Professor Arafa's work in the fields of Experimental Physics, Advanced Materials, Renewable Energies, Climate Change Impacts, Sustainable Community Development, Child Protection and Eco-communities is nationally and internationally recognized.
Professor Salah Arafa is a tenured faculty member at the Physics Department, School of Sciences and Engineering of the American University in Cairo (AUC). He joined AUC in 1968. Before joining the University, he worked as a physics researcher at the Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority from 1962 till 1968. Arafa holds a B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry (1962), M.Sc. in Nuclear Physics (1966), and a Ph.D. in Solid State Physics (1969); all from Cairo University. In 1967-68, he was a research fellow of the International Seminar in Physics, Uppsala University, and later in 1971-1972 was a visiting Scientist at the Physics Department of Uppsala University, Sweden. He joined the American University in 1968 and was the Chair of the Science Department twice and served as senator at large in the University Senate. Professor Arafa is well known as one of the leading Social Entrepreneurs in Egypt and the Arab World. He was selected a Senior Ashoka Fellow in 2004 and was awarded as the Man of the Year for Environment and Development in 2009. Since 1974, Arafa is involved in many Civil Society activities and is today the chairman and founder for few of the leading NGOs in Egypt. He has also served as consultant to many international organizations: US-AID, UNICEF, GTZ, EU, and UNDP. He is a member of the National Committee on Climate Change and also a member of the Research Council on Environment and Development at the Egyptian Academy for Scientific Research and Technology. Professor Arafa's work in the fields of Experimental Physics, Advanced Materials, Renewable Energies, Climate Change Impacts, Sustainable Community Development, Child Protection and Eco-communities is nationally and internationally recognized.
Dr. Shira Efron
Israel Israel
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University,
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University,
Dr. Shira Efron
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University, and a BSc in biology (major) and computer science (minor) from Tel Aviv University.
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University, and a BSc in biology (major) and computer science (minor) from Tel Aviv University.
Israel
Israel
Israel
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University, and a BSc in biology (major) and computer science (minor) from Tel Aviv University.
Dr. Shira Efron is director of research at Israel Policy Forum and a special climate change advisor to Israel’s Ministry of Defense and National Security Council. She is also the co-chair of the subgroup on regional cooperation of President Herzog's climate forum. Dr. Efron is currently on sabbatical from the RAND Corporation, where she founded and led the Israel program between 2016-2022. At RAND, she led and participated in several studies at the nexus of climate change and national security including on Gaza's water crisis and the implications of climate change for the U.S. Air Force. Several of her studies directly addressed food security challenges in the MENA region, such as making the case for the Global Dry Land Alliance and a project on GCC food security challenges in partnership with the UAE-based Emerge85. Previously, Dr. Efron was a fellow at several think tanks in Washington, D.C., including the Center for American Progress and Middle East Institute, and at the Tel Aviv-based Institute for National Security Studies (INSS). She has a PhD and MPhil in policy analysis from RAND’s Graduate School, an MA in international relations/international business from New York University, and a BSc in biology (major) and computer science (minor) from Tel Aviv University.
Dr. Hassan Heshmat
Iraq, UK Iraq, UK
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Dr. Hassan Heshmat
Iraq, UK Iraq,
Iraq, UK
Iraq, UK
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Iraq, UK <span
Iraq, UK
Iraq, UK
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Dr. Hasan Heshmat Managing Director of Hydro-C Ltd, Holding BDS University of Baghdad, college of dentistry and MPhil degree from Strathclyde University – Engineering Dept. with several certificates in business management and leadership. 13 years of experience working alongside international companies and organizations specialized in Energy, Water, Construction, Agriculture and Innovation. Focusing on building sustainable relations between nations and states to develop peace and business for mutual interest, stabilizing renewable energy, Oil&Gas, Infrastructure investment, humanitarian aid and education. Concentrating on taking the energy sector up to a greener level by incorporating sustainable clean solutions Energy industry allowing transforming the future to adopt innovative solutions. Achieved successful results by teaming with pioneer partners in UK, US, Israel, EU, China, Iraq and UAE. I enjoy walking my pet in the green dear place, water polo and swimming, obsessed with tech-related advancements for interstellar traveling. I do believe humanity as a race can achieve impossible when united, stronger together
Meryem Agadi
Morocco Morocco
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Meryem Agadi
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Held several positions and responsibilities in the private and public sector. She is certified in 2021 as a Professional Coach in order to accompany leaders and organizations towards a sustainable change. Ms. Agadi initially trained in Civil Engineering and Water and Environmental Engineering. She also completed an Executive Master in Business Administration (E-MBA) at the Hassania School of Public Works and the Ponts Business School between Casablanca and Paris. She has pursued several training programs for the development of sustainable leadership in Morocco and Africa. She has extensive experience in West Africa and China in business development in the construction, energy and sustainable building services sectors. Ms. Agadi has a strong background in project management, having led some of the largest sustainable construction projects in Morocco. She has also been involved in civil society since a very young age on issues related to alternative diplomacy, environmental protection, child protection, equality and human rights. She has worked on large-scale projects promoting volunteerism in Morocco in partnership with national and international organizations.
Hanna Sain
UAE UAE
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in
Hanna Sain
UAE UAE
UAE
UAE
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in integrating Sustainability and Resiliency chapters to their Comprehensive Plans. The multidisciplinary exposure of private consulting provided an ecosystem that inspired the interrelation and importance of every sector in designing sustainable cities. Determined to share knowledge and foster professional growth, Hannah actively participated in the American Planning Association (APA). She engaged in sessions focused on progressive urban planning initiatives and topics throughout the state of Florida, constantly expanding her network and staying up-to-date with industry advancements."
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in integrating Sustainability and Resiliency chapters to their Comprehensive Plans. The multidisciplinary exposure of private consulting provided an ecosystem that inspired the interrelation and importance of every sector in designing sustainable cities. Determined to share knowledge and foster professional growth, Hannah actively participated in the American Planning Association (APA). She engaged in sessions focused on progressive urban planning initiatives and topics throughout the state of Florida, constantly expanding her network and staying up-to-date with industry advancements."
UAE
UAE
UAE
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in integrating Sustainability and Resiliency chapters to their Comprehensive Plans. The multidisciplinary exposure of private consulting provided an ecosystem that inspired the interrelation and importance of every sector in designing sustainable cities. Determined to share knowledge and foster professional growth, Hannah actively participated in the American Planning Association (APA). She engaged in sessions focused on progressive urban planning initiatives and topics throughout the state of Florida, constantly expanding her network and staying up-to-date with industry advancements."
Hannah Sain is an enthusiastic urban planner and environmentalist specializing in sustainable city planning. With a strong dedication to regenerative design, Hannah strives to enable cities to develop and uphold policy frameworks that advance resilient and adaptive development in the wake of a changing climate. She is deeply passionate about the importance of a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on carbon capture and reduction, but innovative solutions to food and water security, preservation of biodiversity, and a strong circular economy. With a Master of Science in Planning, specializing in Sustainable Transportation from Florida State University, Hannah possesses a strong educational foundation to address the complex challenges of urban planning in the context of climate change. Her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy, coupled with minors in Biology and Geography, provides her with an extensive understanding of the interconnectedness between natural systems and urban development. During her experience as a Planning Analyst at Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Hannah played a pivotal role in completing projects such as Trail Feasibility Studies for the Florida Department of Transportation, complete street projects for local municipalities, and drafting new policy for localities interested in integrating Sustainability and Resiliency chapters to their Comprehensive Plans. The multidisciplinary exposure of private consulting provided an ecosystem that inspired the interrelation and importance of every sector in designing sustainable cities. Determined to share knowledge and foster professional growth, Hannah actively participated in the American Planning Association (APA). She engaged in sessions focused on progressive urban planning initiatives and topics throughout the state of Florida, constantly expanding her network and staying up-to-date with industry advancements."
Prof. Dr. Hoda Awad
Egypt Egypt
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Prof. Dr. Hoda Awad
Egypt Egypt
Egypt
Egypt
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Egypt Egypt
Egypt
Egypt
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Hoda Ragheb Awad, Undergraduate from the American University in Cairo, Majoring in Middle Eastern Studies Minor Political Science. M.A from the American University in Cairo im Political Economy. Ph.D from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science Cairo University. I am a professor of Political Science and political communication. I have many academic activities and publications in gender studies .
Abbas Kazmi
UAE UAE
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected
Abbas Kazmi
UAE UAE
UAE
UAE
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected by the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as an Arab Youth Pioneer and is working on how to tackle youth unemployment and encourage entrepreneurship, innovative homegrown research projects and greater private sector engagement with nationals in the Gulf region. He is very passionate about web3, the metaverse and blockchain technology and has been in the space since 2014, investing in and building many exciting projects. He advises the UK Government as a co-founding Advisory Board Member of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Metaverse and Web 3.0. He is also a Helena Group Fellow and one of the youngest fellows at the Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce – FRSA. An academic scholar both at Westminster School and Oxford University and a VC Fellow at London Business School’s Newton Venture Program, Abbas is Chairman of the illustrious Oxford Guild, which he has built into the largest university society in the world and where he has hosted a wide range of high profile guests from multiple major CEOs and Nobel Prize winners, to the likes of Kanye West, Woody Harrelson and many more. He is also co-founder of the All In startup diversity pledge, the Global Fintech & Blockchain Conference, Europe2SiliconValley Trip and the Spirited Network Covid-19 relief non-profit platform. Combining both East and West, raised in Dubai with an early stint in Saudi Arabia before his elite education in the UK, Abbas has seen the huge changes in the region first hand since the early 1990s and has been fortunate to have been able to travel to over 100 nations across the world so far. Abbas regularly judges leading start-up competitions such as MIT Innovators Under 35 and speaks at top universities and conferences globally such as the World Economic Forum Annual Summit at Davos, Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit and Milken Institute MENA Summit and many more.
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected by the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as an Arab Youth Pioneer and is working on how to tackle youth unemployment and encourage entrepreneurship, innovative homegrown research projects and greater private sector engagement with nationals in the Gulf region. He is very passionate about web3, the metaverse and blockchain technology and has been in the space since 2014, investing in and building many exciting projects. He advises the UK Government as a co-founding Advisory Board Member of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Metaverse and Web 3.0. He is also a Helena Group Fellow and one of the youngest fellows at the Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce – FRSA. An academic scholar both at Westminster School and Oxford University and a VC Fellow at London Business School’s Newton Venture Program, Abbas is Chairman of the illustrious Oxford Guild, which he has built into the largest university society in the world and where he has hosted a wide range of high profile guests from multiple major CEOs and Nobel Prize winners, to the likes of Kanye West, Woody Harrelson and many more. He is also co-founder of the All In startup diversity pledge, the Global Fintech & Blockchain Conference, Europe2SiliconValley Trip and the Spirited Network Covid-19 relief non-profit platform. Combining both East and West, raised in Dubai with an early stint in Saudi Arabia before his elite education in the UK, Abbas has seen the huge changes in the region first hand since the early 1990s and has been fortunate to have been able to travel to over 100 nations across the world so far. Abbas regularly judges leading start-up competitions such as MIT Innovators Under 35 and speaks at top universities and conferences globally such as the World Economic Forum Annual Summit at Davos, Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit and Milken Institute MENA Summit and many more.
UAE UAE
UAE
UAE
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected by the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as an Arab Youth Pioneer and is working on how to tackle youth unemployment and encourage entrepreneurship, innovative homegrown research projects and greater private sector engagement with nationals in the Gulf region. He is very passionate about web3, the metaverse and blockchain technology and has been in the space since 2014, investing in and building many exciting projects. He advises the UK Government as a co-founding Advisory Board Member of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Metaverse and Web 3.0. He is also a Helena Group Fellow and one of the youngest fellows at the Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce – FRSA. An academic scholar both at Westminster School and Oxford University and a VC Fellow at London Business School’s Newton Venture Program, Abbas is Chairman of the illustrious Oxford Guild, which he has built into the largest university society in the world and where he has hosted a wide range of high profile guests from multiple major CEOs and Nobel Prize winners, to the likes of Kanye West, Woody Harrelson and many more. He is also co-founder of the All In startup diversity pledge, the Global Fintech & Blockchain Conference, Europe2SiliconValley Trip and the Spirited Network Covid-19 relief non-profit platform. Combining both East and West, raised in Dubai with an early stint in Saudi Arabia before his elite education in the UK, Abbas has seen the huge changes in the region first hand since the early 1990s and has been fortunate to have been able to travel to over 100 nations across the world so far. Abbas regularly judges leading start-up competitions such as MIT Innovators Under 35 and speaks at top universities and conferences globally such as the World Economic Forum Annual Summit at Davos, Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit and Milken Institute MENA Summit and many more.
A multi award winning serial entrepreneur and investor who founded his first of several successful companies at 16. Abbas has been chosen as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Standout, as a Maserati 100, as one of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards Entrepreneurs' Champions of the Year, and as one of startups.co.uk’s Young Entrepreneurs of the Year and Business Growth Enablers of the Year, to name just a few amongst many other awards. Abbas has been appointed as a United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Fellow, focussing on youth entrepreneurship and empowerment, peacebuilding and encouraging intercultural dialogue in MENA. and as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper and was selected to become part of the prestigious Helena Group Class of 2018 alongside the likes of Snap Inc CEO Evan Spiegel. Ex-BlackRock working across EMEA and the US, Abbas co-founded both the Oxford Accelerator and VC fund Collegiate Capital, as well as being an investment committee member of, advisor to and LP investor in several funds in Europe such as BlackWood Ventures on whose Investment Committee he sits. Recently he was recognised and selected by the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as an Arab Youth Pioneer and is working on how to tackle youth unemployment and encourage entrepreneurship, innovative homegrown research projects and greater private sector engagement with nationals in the Gulf region. He is very passionate about web3, the metaverse and blockchain technology and has been in the space since 2014, investing in and building many exciting projects. He advises the UK Government as a co-founding Advisory Board Member of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Metaverse and Web 3.0. He is also a Helena Group Fellow and one of the youngest fellows at the Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce – FRSA. An academic scholar both at Westminster School and Oxford University and a VC Fellow at London Business School’s Newton Venture Program, Abbas is Chairman of the illustrious Oxford Guild, which he has built into the largest university society in the world and where he has hosted a wide range of high profile guests from multiple major CEOs and Nobel Prize winners, to the likes of Kanye West, Woody Harrelson and many more. He is also co-founder of the All In startup diversity pledge, the Global Fintech & Blockchain Conference, Europe2SiliconValley Trip and the Spirited Network Covid-19 relief non-profit platform. Combining both East and West, raised in Dubai with an early stint in Saudi Arabia before his elite education in the UK, Abbas has seen the huge changes in the region first hand since the early 1990s and has been fortunate to have been able to travel to over 100 nations across the world so far. Abbas regularly judges leading start-up competitions such as MIT Innovators Under 35 and speaks at top universities and conferences globally such as the World Economic Forum Annual Summit at Davos, Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit and Milken Institute MENA Summit and many more.
Ethy Levy
Israel Israel
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills
Ethy Levy
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills to bring their ideas to live and to commercialise them globally. I am assisting a large number of startups in a broad range of areas but with a strong focus on Agriculture, Food and Climate technologies. I have an extended global network with senior executives in global companies across a wide array of sectors. I work closely with leading VCs, incubators, the Innovation Authority and other players in the eco system. I am passionate about technology and its impact on society and the environment. ETHY LEVY Passionate Founder IMPACT INNOVATION ISRAEL & Managing Partner KINNERET IMPACT VENTURES
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills to bring their ideas to live and to commercialise them globally. I am assisting a large number of startups in a broad range of areas but with a strong focus on Agriculture, Food and Climate technologies. I have an extended global network with senior executives in global companies across a wide array of sectors. I work closely with leading VCs, incubators, the Innovation Authority and other players in the eco system. I am passionate about technology and its impact on society and the environment. ETHY LEVY Passionate Founder IMPACT INNOVATION ISRAEL & Managing Partner KINNERET IMPACT VENTURES
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills to bring their ideas to live and to commercialise them globally. I am assisting a large number of startups in a broad range of areas but with a strong focus on Agriculture, Food and Climate technologies. I have an extended global network with senior executives in global companies across a wide array of sectors. I work closely with leading VCs, incubators, the Innovation Authority and other players in the eco system. I am passionate about technology and its impact on society and the environment. ETHY LEVY Passionate Founder IMPACT INNOVATION ISRAEL & Managing Partner KINNERET IMPACT VENTURES
Professional Background: Based in Israel and strongly connected in the vibrant Israeli eco-system accross (a) government: ex Advisor to the President of the State of Israel, Innovation Authority, (b)the private sector: VC’s, incubators and accelarators as well as (c) academia and TTOs. I work across multiple technology sectors and provide tech and innovation adoption advisory to Multi Nationals Corporations as well as to academia and government. Some of my clients include: Israel’s President’s Office (Served as Senior Economic Advisor), Government of Australia, Telstra (leading Australian Telco), AGL (leading Australian Energy Provider), Swinburne University (Advisor to Vice Chancellor for R&D), BHP, Inter American Development Bank (provided research on best practices in commercialisation of Agricultural research), Kubota Corporation and more. I am active in different geographies: Australia & NZ – Co Founder of the Bridge Hub (Innovation Hub for Agrifood technologies), Canada (Mentor and Speaker at the annual Inventure$ conference), Latin America, Europe (Representing Kubota Europe ventures in Israel), US (Global Ambassador to Springboard accelerator, Global Advisory Board of Western Growers Association). I have a wide experience in creating the right settings to promote innovation and providing innovators the necessary tools and skills to bring their ideas to live and to commercialise them globally. I am assisting a large number of startups in a broad range of areas but with a strong focus on Agriculture, Food and Climate technologies. I have an extended global network with senior executives in global companies across a wide array of sectors. I work closely with leading VCs, incubators, the Innovation Authority and other players in the eco system. I am passionate about technology and its impact on society and the environment. ETHY LEVY Passionate Founder IMPACT INNOVATION ISRAEL & Managing Partner KINNERET IMPACT VENTURES
Jalal Charaf
Morocco Morocco
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Jalal Charaf
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Morocco Morocco
Morocco
Morocco
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Mr. Jalal CHARAF is Senior Advisor North Africa at IFC (International Finance Corporation / World Bank Group) since March 2023. In October 2021, he joined the OCP Group as Head of Farmer Solutions within the SBU Fertilizers & Farmer Solutions before being Sponsor of the corporate function "Talent & Organizational Development" of the Group. From 2019 to 2021, he was Managing Director of CGEM (The Employers' Organization of Morocco) and Chairman of the Management Board of the Observatoire des Branches (OdB), whose mission was to ensure that the right skills were properly forecasted for all professional branches. Before CGEM and OdB, Jalal began his professional career in 1999 and worked in the fields of the concrete industry (PREFAB Industries), international technical assistance (IFC / World Bank), teaching and training (Al Akhawayn University and OFPPT), and agriculture (Les Domaines Agricoles and Atlassence). Jalal holds an engineering degree from Ecole Centrale Paris, a Master of Engineering from Cornell University, a PLD from Harvard Business School and an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Omar Al Busaidy
UAE UAE
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and
Omar Al Busaidy
UAE UAE
UAE
UAE
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and more.
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and more.
UAE UAE
UAE
UAE
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and more.
Omar Al Busaidy is a Fulbright Scholar, Author and Public Affairs expert. With a master’s degree in International Affairs & Intelligence at Florida State University, Omar is also a Non-Resident fellow at Trends Research & Advisory a geo-political think tank based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. His multiple roles have allowed him to achieve several accomplishments, from publishing his self-help book ‘Just Read It’ and his upcoming book on futurism titled “Why Jobs are Robots and Life is for People’, to investing in start ups in the tech sector. A former Global Shaper at the World Economic Forum and an alumni of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) , Omar has been invited to mentor students on entrepreneurship, communication and leadership at several universities and conferences across the UAE and around the world. Since the Abraham Accords, Omar has been a powerful voice advocating for greater participation of countries to join the accords and has discussed the economic potential for the prosperity of the region on many occasions. He was invited to speak to Jewish federations and organizations as well as at the Commonwealth Club, University of Notre Dame and more.
Dr. Richard Elelman
UK, Spain UK, Spain
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe,
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe,
Dr. Richard Elelman
UK, Spain UK,
UK, Spain
UK, Spain
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
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UK, Spain
UK, Spain
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Dr Richard Elelman studied Politics in the UK before living in France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, Sudan, Afghanistan and India. He is currently the Head of Politics at EURECAT in Barcelona, the co-leader of the RENAISSANCE Science-Art-Sustainability programme with the European Commission and has just completed an eight-month assignment as the Acting Coordinator of the United Nations’ World Water Quality Alliance based at the UN in Nairobi. The former Deputy Mayor of Figueres in Spain, he is a political analyst who has, in recent years, specialised in Environmental and Scientific Policy and the links between Politics, the world of Research and Development and Citizen Engagement. He works in collaboration with many supranational organisations such as the UN Environment Programme, UNESCO, the World Bank and the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission as an External Expert. His latest publication, ‘The Gateway to the Future of the Mediterranean’ addresses the issue of the WEFE NEXUS. His principal activities at present, include defining the socio-political consequences of Climate Change on Migration, Health, Conflict and Gender Equality. He is a regular speaker at numerous international conferences in the United States, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Rachel Barr
USA, Israel USA, Israel
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
Rachel Barr
USA, Israel USA,
USA, Israel
USA, Israel
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
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USA, Israel
USA, Israel
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
Rachel Barr is a climate change and circular economist equipped with over 15 years of experience in the field as an investor, social entrepreneur, and sustainability advisor. She is the Founder and CEO of Climate Tech Propel, a strategic sustainability consulting firm for climate tech startups. Formerly the VP of Sustainability at UBQ Materials, she is currently an advisory board member of Solar Impulse Foundation’s World Alliance for Efficient Solutions. Rachel is frequently featured on i24 New and serves as an advisor for MassChallenge. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a Master of Environmental Science from Yale University, and a Master of Arts in Public Affairs from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School, where she also pursued a Ph.D. in the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Program.
Dr. Lee Recht
Israel Israel
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as
Dr. Lee Recht
Israel Israel
Israel
Israel
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as part of the solution towards the Paris Agreement to tackle climate change. Lee holds a PhD in Biotechnology from the Ben Gurion University, a B.Sc. in Food technology from the Hebrew University and an MBA specializing in Strategy and International Management.
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as part of the solution towards the Paris Agreement to tackle climate change. Lee holds a PhD in Biotechnology from the Ben Gurion University, a B.Sc. in Food technology from the Hebrew University and an MBA specializing in Strategy and International Management.
Israel
Israel
Israel
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as part of the solution towards the Paris Agreement to tackle climate change. Lee holds a PhD in Biotechnology from the Ben Gurion University, a B.Sc. in Food technology from the Hebrew University and an MBA specializing in Strategy and International Management.
Lee Recht, Ph.D Vice President of Sustainability, Aleph Farms Lee’s main passion and dedication lies between climate, sustainability and innovation with a personal devotion to promote resilience in the global food systems. Dr. Recht is Currently VP Sustainability at Aleph Farms, an Israeli-based food company and a global leader in developing cultivated beef steaks with 3D tissue engineering. Her recent positions include working with the Global 1000 companies, leading NGOs and high level government officials from around the world, building tailor made ways to help identify and implement innovative and sustainable solutions according to their strategies and efforts. Lee established and directed The Builders R&D Innovation and led the Israeli ETA hub (External Technology Acquisition) by The Coca-Cola Company, delivering a continuous stream of original and ground-breaking technologies that contributed to fulfilling short and long-term goals of Coca-Cola’s Global R&D. Dr. Recht played a role also as a Scientific Advisor for the Energy and Clean-tech Sector at the Office of the Chief Scientist, Ministry of Economy (today: Israel Innovation Authority, IIA), where she promoted the Clean-tech sector within the government by initiating and establishing IIA programs and advocated Israeli innovation as part of the solution towards the Paris Agreement to tackle climate change. Lee holds a PhD in Biotechnology from the Ben Gurion University, a B.Sc. in Food technology from the Hebrew University and an MBA specializing in Strategy and International Management.
Ambassador Salwa Dallalah
Sudan Sudan
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and
Ambassador Salwa Dallalah
Sudan Sudan
Sudan
Sudan
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and mentorship for young professionals from developing countries.
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and mentorship for young professionals from developing countries.
Sudan
Sudan
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and mentorship for young professionals from developing countries.
As a distinguished career diplomat and international civil servant with over 30 years of experience, Ambassador Salwa Dallalah brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge from her roles with the government of Sudan, the UNFCCC, and the IAEA. Educated in law and politics at Oxford Polytechnic and furthering her studies with a master's in African and Asian studies from the University of Khartoum, Ms. Dallalah has been instrumental in numerous international negotiations and forums, representing her government with distinction. From 1997 to 2020, she served as the lead organizer for 18 COP events on behalf of the UNFCCC, including pivotal gatherings such as Kyoto conference and COP21 in Paris, where she played a crucial role in supporting efforts for addressing the urgent challenge of climate change. Additionally, her contributions to the IAEA's general conferences and scientific forums have advanced the peaceful applications of atomic energy worldwide. Ms. Dallalah’s extensive experience has seen her collaborate closely with governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, North and Latin America as well as the Caribbean, fostering partnerships and promoting global cooperation. Currently, she channels her expertise into supporting projects in event management, coaching, human resources, and mentorship for young professionals from developing countries.
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Israel
Israel
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France
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Switzerland, France
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Israel
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Burkina Faso
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Israel
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Israel
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Israel
Israel
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Israel
Israel
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Morocco
Morocco
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Sudan
Sudan
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Morocco
Morocco
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