Dr. Hikmat Beaini
President,
AI in Dubai Conference
Speaker Profile
Dr. Hikmat Beaini
President,AI in Dubai Conference
With a career dedicated to advancing digital transformation and human development, Dr. Beaini has positioned Future 10X as one of the UAE’s emerging forces in AI innovation, education, and strategic consulting.
Beyond Dubai, Dr. Beaini also organizes and chairs the AI in Lebanon Conference, a 20-day national event that toured multiple Lebanese cities as a pioneering AI community initiative.
The project united universities, municipalities, and private companies to spread digital awareness, showcase local innovation, and build a shared vision for Lebanon’s technological future.
H.E. Cláudia Pinto
Advisor,
H.H. Sheikh Marwan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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H.E. Cláudia Pinto
Advisor,H.H. Sheikh Marwan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
With a career dedicated to advancing social impact, innovation, and long-term sustainability, H.E. brings a unique perspective that aligns closely with Dubai’s vision for the future.
As the Head of Philanthropy & Sustainability Advisor to H.H. Sheikh Marwan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, H.E. has contributed significantly to shaping initiatives aimed at making Dubai the world’s most sustainable and happiest city.
Her work spans building global partnerships, empowering women, and promoting responsible innovation across multiple sectors.
Asem Galal
Co-Founder,
G&K Consulting
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Asem Galal
Co-Founder,G&K Consulting
In a world defined by transformation, few leaders embody purposeful progress as powerfully as Asem Galal, a visionary advocate for growth and innovation.
With more than three decades of global experience, Galal has earned international recognition for his role in steering organizations toward sustainable success.
Asem’s career began in the early 1990s at the Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC), where he cultivated a deep understanding of how technology can empower institutions. His journey soon led him to influential roles at Microsoft, HP, and McAfee, where he advanced through product management, marketing, and sales.
In 2008, he co-founded Galal & Karawi Consulting (G&K), a Dubai-based firm built on the conviction that true growth stems from transformation of business models, human capital, and digital capabilities.
G&K’s achievements have been formally verified through the Dubai AI Seal, awarded by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI).
Asem’s insights on innovation, digital leadership, and organizational transformation have been featured on Forbes, CNBC Arabia, Sky News Arabia, and Asharq by Bloomberg.
H.E. Maher Al Kaabi
Independent Board Member,
Alserkal Group
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H.E. Maher Al Kaabi
Independent Board Member,Alserkal Group
With more than three decades of leadership across banking, technology, sustainability, and family business governance, H.E. Maher Al Kaabi stands as one of the region’s most influential strategic thinkers.
H.E. Al Kaabi has shaped the region’s financial and technology landscape through senior roles at global institutions including Citigroup, Dubai Bank, and Emirates NBD, where he served as Group Head of Islamic Banking and later Group COO for Wholesale Banking. Today, he is a key advisor to the Group Chairman of Al Serkal Group, one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family businesses, while serving on numerous national and international boards spanning circular economy, cybersecurity, AI, clean energy, impact investing, and education.
Nader Tourki
AI & Innovation Strategy Consultant
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Nader Tourki
AI & Innovation Strategy ConsultantBringing over 25 years of cross-industry experience in digital transformation, enterprise strategy, and large-scale project delivery.
With a career spanning the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and Asia, Nader has helped governments and Fortune-500 organizations build business-driven AI and execute complex multimillion-dollar initiatives across telecommunications, finance, smart cities, healthcare, energy, and public services.
A certified positive psychology coach, keynote speaker, and published author, he integrates human-centered leadership with advanced technological insight, a rare combination that continues to influence executives and policymakers across the region
Dr. Anwar El Homsi
AI Expert & Author
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Dr. Anwar El Homsi
AI Expert & AuthorAs the founder of LUMINAH.ai, he brings over 30 years of experience in artificial intelligence, applied statistics, engineering, and advanced energy systems, work that is reshaping global approaches to nuclear fusion, solar optimization, materials science, and sustainable infrastructure.
Throughout his career, Dr. El-Homsi has led major initiatives at organizations such as Cisco Systems, Verizon, Corning, Eastman Kodak, Becton Dickinson, Xerox, and Harris Corporation, helping them build stronger innovation ecosystems and integrate advanced AI solutions.
A prolific inventor, he holds over 20 AI-related patents in autonomous AI agents, computational design, responsible AGI frameworks, and advanced energy technologies.
Through LUMINAH.ai’s Virtual Innovation Architect, Dr. El-Homsi is accelerating energy R&D timelines from years to months, an achievement that aligns closely with the mission of AI in Dubai.
Sadiya Kauser Ahmad
Co-Founder and Community Builder,
Decoding Data Science
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Sadiya Kauser Ahmad
Co-Founder and Community Builder,Decoding Data Science
Widely recognized for her ability to build, scale, and sustain professional communities in the fields of IT, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, Sadiya brings a people-centric dimension to the AI ecosystem.
Over the years, Sadiya Kauser Ahmad has played a pivotal role in connecting technologists, data scientists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders through strong, trust-based networks.
As a moderator, she is known for creating meaningful dialogue, encouraging participation, and bridging the gap between technical experts and broader audiences.
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Aya Atassi Khanji
Founder,
Click Ink Media
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Aya Atassi Khanji
Founder,Click Ink Media
Aya Atassi Khanji, Founder of Click Ink Media, brings a rare blend of business development expertise, digital diplomacy, and AI-driven growth strategy to the global AI dialogue.
Through Click Ink Media, Aya works at the intersection of technology, policy, and international expansion, supporting embassies, startups as they scale across borders.
Her work reflects a modern understanding of AI not just as a technical tool, but as a strategic enabler for diplomacy, trust, and sustainable global growth.
Beyond her consulting work, Aya has spoken on prominent global platforms including Web Summit, the United Nations, and leading universities, where she shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and building purpose-driven ventures in a rapidly evolving digital world.