Dr. Gisele Abi Chahla

Senior Manager – Green Hydrogen, Masdar

Dr. Gisele is a commercial savvy PhD holder in energy and process engineering and a sustainability advocate with extensive experience working on collaborative projects for the development of innovative and tailored solutions for the world’s energy transition. She is currently taking part in the UAE’s ambitious journey to Net Zero by 2050 with MASDAR the new global energy powerhouse.

Dr. Yaser Abuhajjaj

Health Informatics Expert, Hospitals Department at Emirates Health Services

Dr. Yaser is highly regarded in the field of health informatics and serves as the chairperson of the Scientific Committee for the Emirates Health Informatics Society. With a career spanning over a decade, he has been instrumental in promoting health informatics among clinicians, advocating for the adoption of new technologies in healthcare. In addition to his role as the Scientific Committee chairperson of the Emirates Health Informatics Society, Dr. Yaser Abuhajjaj is also recognized as a co-founder of the society.

Riz Ahmed

EdTech Entrepreneur

Riz Ahmed is a trailblazing edtech entrepreneur who is revolutionizing the way we approach education. As the founder of multiple successful edtech startups, he has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between technology and learning. Riz's innovative platforms have empowered students and educators alike, unlocking new opportunities and transforming traditional education models.

Dr. Ibtesam Al Bastaki

Director of Investment and Partnership Department- Dubai Health Authority

Dr. Ibtesam Al Bastaki, Director of investment and partnership at DHA, is responsible for the development of various public-private partnership projects and driving healthcare investment into projects in Dubai. . In addition to her main role and with 23 years of experience in healthcare she leads, advices and guides on the best practices to ensure a proper holistic expansion in health care industries within UAE. She has a wealth of experience and expertise having worked in both private and public sector entities such as the Prime Minister Office, VPS health care, MOH and DHA.

Mohamed Al Fayed

CEO & Co-Founder at Grubtech

Mohamed Al Fayed is a tech disruptor, global entrepreneur, digital advisor, visionary, and mentor. He is also the CEO and co-founder of GrubTech, one of the UAE’s fastest-growing tech startups that enables cloud kitchens and restaurants to successfully manage end-to-end operations using state-of-the-art digital tools and capabilities.

Adnan Al Rais

Senior Director at Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center

Adnan was part of the team that built the UAEs first ground station and now he’s leading the development, design and implementation of the ground segment of the Mars Mission.

Arwa AlSeiari

Innovation Specialist

Arwa AlSeiari is a specialist in Corporate Innovation and Digital Transformation, focusing on improving municipalities and transport services. Her 14-year public and private sector journey has been dedicated to fostering an environment where innovation thrives and technology enhances public service delivery. Holding an Executive MBA, a degree in Public Sector Innovation from the University of Cambridge, and a Certified Chief Innovation Officer® credential, Arwa’s expertise lies in guiding organizations through transformational change.

Dr. Yousif Alzaabi

Advisory and Decision Committee

Yousif received his bachelor from University of Sharjah in dental surgery. He is a firm believer in lifelong learning. He studied multiple masters in the areas of healthcare management, public health, and business management. He was the Vice Chairman of the Department of Health Abu Dhabi Youth Council and a Certified Foresight Practitioner (CFP). He also led the AI and innovation lab in the Department of Health with the aim of transforming healthcare delivery and excellence for the population in Abu Dhabi. His passion advanced his career in healthcare, landing him in the Public Health division of the Department of Health Following his belief in giving back to the community. He established the foresight and futures studies function in the Department of Health to study local and global healthcare futures. He left the Department of Health as their Director of Digital Health, where he engaged with the wider ecosystem in accelerating Abu Dhabi’s digital health agenda. Yousif joined the Department of Community Development due to his passion for social impact. He leads the innovation and Strategic Partnerships Office in the department. Yousif believes in good design (for everyday life), and he is a passionate practitioner of design thinking. He also believes in transforming how value is created in ecosystems, from products and services to platforms creation and digital network orchestration. When not engaged in work, Yousif ventures into the world of travel and wander.

Loulou Khazen Baz

Founder of Spade Ventures

Loulou Khazen is one of the Middle East’s most influential voices in tech, startups, and investing. She’s the founder of Spade Ventures, an angel syndicate deploying $500K–$2M into early-stage startups across MENAP, and the host of Conversations with Loulou — a top-ranked business podcast with over 500,000 followers and some of the sharpest conversations in the region. Previously, she founded Nabbesh.com, MENA’s first and largest freelance marketplace, and started her career in financial services and real estate with DaimlerChrysler and Dubai Properties. She sits on the Investment Committee of Lebanon’s Impact Fund, advises the Center for Design & Innovation for Public Purpose at the American School of Dubai, is a close advisor and board member for several startups, and is a sought-after speaker at global conferences and private boardrooms alike. Whether she’s investing, interviewing, or advising, Loulou is helping shape the future of entrepreneurship in MENA — and people are paying attention.