Join DMCC’s dedicated roadshow in Switzerland, designed for companies in the AI, gaming, and crypto sectors looking to expand into international markets.
As competition among global tech hubs increases, businesses are seeking destinations that offer regulatory clarity, strong infrastructure, and direct access to high-growth regions. Dubai continues to stand out – ranked among the world’s top cities for innovation, ease of doing business, and quality of life.
DMCC is home to over 25,000 member companies and serves as a thriving business district for tech-focused firms. With flexible setup options, dedicated support for tech industries, and world-class facilities, DMCC offers Swiss companies the structure and resources needed to establish and grow their operations across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Spaces are limited – register now to secure your place.
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Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
DMCC
Ahmed Bin Sulayem is the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC and has driven its growth from a start-up of 28 member companies in 2003 to the world’s leading international business district in 2025 with over 25,000 member companies from 180 countries, employing over 80,000 people.
Tasked with enhancing commodity trade flows through Dubai, DMCC has introduced to the market a number of value-added products and services under Mr Bin Sulayem’s leadership. In 2023, DMCC was named ‘Global Free Zone of the Year’ by The Financial Times fDi Magazine, for a record ninth consecutive year.
Mr Bin Sulayem oversaw the exponential growth of the DMCC Free Zone master development in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), a 200-hectare business and residential community in Dubai of over 100,000 people living and working in 87 towers. Mr Bin Sulayem also oversees the development of DMCC’s latest real estate project, the Uptown Dubai district.
Mr Bin Sulayem currently serves as the Chairman the Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE) and the Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX).
The Kimberley Process officially appointed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the first and only Arab country to Chair the Kimberley Process (KP) in November 2015. Shortly after, the UAE Ministry of Economy officially appointed Mr Bin Sulayem as the UAE’s Chair of the KP for 2016. Mr Bin Sulayem was reappointed Chair of the KP for a historic second time in 2024, and has continued his leadership role with the position of Custodian Chair in 2025.
Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Swiss Confederation
Her Excellency is the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Swiss confederation and presented her credentials to the president Mr. Ignazio Cassis on 28.06.2022.
From 2019 till end 2021 Her Excellency was appointed Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Dr. Alotaiba was also a Permanent Representative of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.
Prior to this, Her Excellency was Ambassador to the Principality of Andorra and to the Holy See from 2012 until 2019. As well, she was Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain from 2009 until 2019.
Her previous postings include Advisor to the Department of Planning and Economics in Abu Dhabi from 2007 to 2008. Prior to this, she was an Assistant, Resident Representative for Finance & Human Resources at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Abu Dhabi from 2006 until 2007. Dr. Alotaiba also held the position of Head of Information Technology at the International Women’s Forum in New York from 2002 until 2006.
Medals & Decorations
13 February 2019: Award “The Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit” awarded from H.M. Felipe VI / King of Spain in recognition as a UAE Ambassador to Spain and the first Arab Lady Ambassador for her role in strengthening the bilateral relations between UAE and Spain. This award is considered the highest honor for a foreign citizen and the last time awarded was 35 years ago
- Her Excellency holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from a Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Director and Head of Compliance,
Swiss Group Advisory DMCC
Raffaele Delorenzi is a compliance and financial services expert specializing in AML, financial regulations, and investment advisory. As Head of Compliance at Swiss Group Advisory DMCC and Swiss Group Legal Ltd., he is on the Board of Swiss Group and oversees the regulatory compliance, and fiscal advisory functions of the group.
Raffaele grew up in the UAE, after which, relocated to Hong Kong where he held various directorships and board roles in prudentially regulated financial services, and other advisory functions, focusing on regulatory compliance, asset management and international business expansions. Raffaele then returned to the UAE years ago, now specializing on corporate governance, regulatory compliance matters, and fiscal considerations.
A Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and CFA Charterholder, Raffaele holds multiple compliance certifications and is a registered UAE Corporate Tax Agent. Fluent in Italian and English, he brings a global perspective to regulatory challenges.
Senior Director - Tech Ecosystems,
DMCC
Belal Jassoma is Director of Ecosystems at DMCC, the world’s leading business district and authority on international commodities trade and enterprise.
Belal joined DMCC in 2011 and has been instrumental in scaling up DMCC’s ecosystems and commercial offering, including new products, services and member engagement programmes. In his current capacity as Director for Ecosystems, Belal is responsible for developing key strategic relationships, partnerships and product functions as well as overseeing ecosystem development across several of DMCC’s industry verticals such as crypto, gaming, AI, energy and financial services.
Belal holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the American University of Sharjah and brings over 18 years of experience in real estate, investment, and government administration.
Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – Western Europe & Türkiye,
DMCC
Khozama Al Saadi is Senior Manager in Corporate Sales, Free Zone at DMCC, where she is responsible for operations in Western Europe, Israel, and Turkiye. She brings a decade of expertise in fostering strategic partnerships, relationships and alliances notably with governments and prominent industry stakeholders.
Prior to joining DMCC, Khozama worked for Dubai Chambers in the Investment Attraction division and has experience in Corporate Sales for Jumeirah Group and Mashreq Bank.
Khozama holds a Bachelor in Business Administration and Management from the American University of Dubai.
Manager – Crypto Centre,
DMCC Ecosystems
Zaher El Orm is the Crypto Centre Manager at DMCC, where he leads the growth and development of the Web3 ecosystem. In this role, Zaher drives strategic initiatives that promote blockchain technology's adoption and practical application, ensuring that DMCC remains at the forefront of the industry. By partnering with top-tier industry players, he provides end-to-end solutions and support to entrepreneurs and companies looking to scale their crypto operations within a dynamic and rapidly evolving market.
Before joining DMCC, Zaher was an advisor to leading crypto ventures, guiding them through the complexities of blockchain adoption and implementation. His extensive experience in sales within the cybersecurity and Web3 sectors has equipped him with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in the digital economy.
Zaher holds an MBA from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, where he specialised in the intersection of blockchain technology and supply chain management. His academic and professional background, combined with his forward-thinking approach, positions him as a key influencer in the ongoing evolution of the blockchain landscape.
