As the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the DIFC Authority (DIFCA), Alya is responsible for setting the strategic direction of DIFCA’s operations and client experience. She brings more than 20 years of experience in developing and delivering technology-driven business services and solutions, providing outstanding client service, and driving internal efficiency through policy, process and digital transformation.
Eng. Yousif Al Ali, CEO of Etihad Water & Electricity, leads the UAE’s energy and utility sector with over 20 years of experience in energy and petrochemicals. He also chairs the Naqaa Desalination Plant and previously held senior roles at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Masdar Clean Energy, overseeing global renewable projects.
Captain Saif Al Mheiri oversees the Group’s ESG strategy. With over 20 years of experience across senior roles at ADNOC, ADNATCO, and more, he has expertise in maritime strategy, planning, and digital innovation. He also contributed to Abu Dhabi’s Plan Maritime, advancing the emirate’s maritime sector development.
Eng. Yasser Zaghloul is the Group CEO of NMDC Group, a leading energy and marine services EPC firm in MENA and South Asia. He has led NMDC’s global expansion and its merger, forming NMDC Energy, NMDC Construction, and ADEC. He also chairs The Challenge and serves on the Board of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce.
Dr. Bräunl has driven Porsche’s 40% sales growth since 2019, launched the region’s largest car event, Icons of Porsche, attracting 27,000 fans in 2023, and led impactful campaigns like ‘Drive2Extremes’ for the Taycan. With over 30 years in luxury automotive, he brings a global perspective and vision to Porsche’s regional success.
Tarek Sultan is the Chairman of Agility Global, a subsidiary of Agility Public Warehousing. Since 1997, he has led Agility’s growth into a global supply chain leader with over 54,000 employees. He is also Vice Chairman of Agility and serves on advisory boards, including the WTO’s Business Advisory Group and the WEF’s International Business Council.
Sky Kurtz, recognized by Forbes as a 2024 Middle East sustainability leader, pioneers Agritech innovations at Pure Harvest Smart Farms, delivering resource-efficient, year-round fresh produce across MEASA’s extreme climates. Previously, he co-founded Vence and held senior roles at the $24 billion investment firm Francisco Partners.
Mr. Kandrács is the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Hungary, responsible for financial supervision and green finance. He is a member of the Monetary Council and holds key roles in the European Banking Authority. His career includes leadership positions at the Hungarian State Treasury and the Ministry for National Economy.
Eugene Barry is the Chief Commercial Officer at Dubai Airports, overseeing non-aeronautical revenue at DXB and DWC. He also serves on the boards of Emirates Airline Flight Catering and Dubai International Hotel. With over 30 years of experience in airport commercial development, Eugene has worked across the Middle East and globally.
Ashish Sood oversees the end-to-end supply chain for both stores and e-commerce across the GCC. With over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, he is adept at developing effective strategies and enhancing customer experiences through digitization and continuous improvement methodologies like KATA.
Noel Aoun is the Chief Strategy Officer at TAQA, leading corporate, sustainability, and innovation strategies, post-merger integration, and value creation for portfolio companies. He serves on TAQA’s Investment Committee and the Board of Massar Solutions. Previously, he held leadership roles at Schneider Electric and Booz & Co.
Jaydeep Anand, Co-Founder and Chief Development and Sustainability Officer at FIVE Holdings, spearheaded FIVE Hotels as the first 100% LEED Platinum hotel group. He led the UAE’s only hotel I-REC solar agreement and played a key role in FIVE’s USD 350M Green Bond listing, driving sustainability and profitability.
Fahad Al Jahrami is the Chief Development and Assets Management Officer at Qatari Diar, overseeing major projects in Lusail City, including towers, the commercial boulevard, and FIFA World Cup 2022 infrastructure. He has over 18 years of international project management experience in Qatar, Malaysia, and the USA.
Ibrahim oversees the company’s sustainability strategy and ESG reporting. He chairs the Global Council on UN SDG 13, is Vice Chair of the UN Global Compact Network UAE, and leads the MENA CSO Network. He’s also a Senior Associate at CISL and a top 100 sustainability leader by Sustainability Magazine.
Dr. Nadim Farajalla, Chief Sustainability Officer at the Lebanese American University, has held senior roles at Stone Environmental and Dar al-Handasah. He focuses on integrating sustainability in academia and addressing climate change, and serves on the Blue Peace Middle East board, collaborating with UN agencies.
Prof. Phil Hart is Chief Researcher at the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Research Center at TII, UAE. With 35+ years of experience, he specializes in net zero energy systems, renewable technologies, and carbon reduction. He has led global R&D teams and held senior roles across industry, academia, and startups.
Maha leads the company’s sustainability and decarbonization strategies to achieve Net Zero and advance the UN SDGs. Formerly DP World’s Chief People Officer, Maha redefined HR as the ‘People’ department to foster a globally aligned workforce. She also serves on boards, including DP World UAE, ADIB, and Université Panthéon-Assas.
Hanaa Helmy, founding CEO of the EFG Foundation, has led initiatives in microfinance, poverty alleviation, and Hepatitis C in Egypt. A UNGC 2018 SDG Pioneer, she aligned EFG Holding with the UN Principles for Responsible Investment. She also serves on the EGX Sustainability Advisory Committee and the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt.
Aline is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Asisa, Spain’s largest healthcare group, and CEO of ENIAX, an AI health startup serving over 6 million users monthly in eight countries. She is also a board member at UAM, a professor at IE University, and recognized among Spain’s top 100 leaders.
Rana has over 22 years of experience in strategic planning and sustainability. As Chief Corporate Communication and Sustainability Officer at Orange Jordan, she leads sustainability initiatives and serves as Chief Climate Officer. Previously, she helped rebrand Jordan Telecom Group to Orange and serves on several boards, including the Jordan News Agency (Petra).
Muna has over 25 years of experience in humanitarian aid and corporate sustainability. At Haggar Group since 2011, she leads the Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact Department, promoting responsible practices aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. A certified Master Trainer, she empowers youth and advocates for community development.
Sameera is a leader in sustainable finance with over 20 years of experience. As Chief Sustainability Officer at Century Financial, she drives ESG initiatives and ethical practices. Also a Chairwoman of the Dubai Chambers’ Stockbrokers and Investment Services Business Group she has received numerous awards for her contributions to sustainability.
Vijay is the Chief Sustainability Officer and Group Head of ESG at Emirates NBD Group, eading sustainability strategy, finance, and ESG programs. With 20 years of experience, he has worked with EBRD, Lloyds, and KPMG UK. He is also a member of various sustainability councils and a Chartered Environmental Scientist.
Ammar is a Dynamic operations leader with over 20 years of experience at Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), excelling in managing diverse transportation services including taxis, limousines, and school buses. Proven expertise in overseeing a workforce of over 14,000 drivers and driving operational excellence in key mobility segments.
Georgy Egorov is CFO of ZeroAvia, leading hydrogen-electric aviation solutions. With 25+ years in finance, he previously served as CFO of Vaccitech and Exscientia, taking both public on Nasdaq. A former Goldman Sachs and UBS investment banker, he has raised over $100 billion in capital and is a Cambridge graduate.
Prof Dr. Hakan Lucius, brings over 30+ years of experience in sustainable finance. He has structured multi-billion euro investments, leads key boards like Luxflag and EFRAG. He is also a professor at UCL, Frankfurt School of Finance, and the University of Luxembourg. An acclaimed speaker, he champions sustainability for long-term success.
Kyung-Ah is Head of ESG Investment Management and Managing Director of Sustainability at Temasek, integrating ESG into the portfolio and supporting sustainability strategy. With over 20 years in finance, she previously led Environmental Markets at Goldman Sachs. She serves on the boards of ClimateWorks Foundation and Resources for the Future.
With over 18 years in banking across Sustainable Finance, Corporate Finance, and investment banking, Lina drives innovative deal origination and execution across industries. In her current role, she builds key client relationships, advising on sustainable finance solutions and transition opportunities.
Dina Epifanova is Head of Sustainability at IFFCO Group, leading corporate sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives. Previously, she spent a decade at Tetra Pak, focusing on climate change and sustainability across Europe and Central Asia. Dina has also worked at Chr. Hansen and MARS Pet Care in FMCG and retail.