OUR FOUNDERS OF TECH SAUDI ADVOCATES

Paresh Deshmukh

PARESH DESHMUKH

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Paresh Deshmukh is a visionary leader with a proven track record in driving organisational growth, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional results across diverse industries. Paresh started Baseel Group in 2012, focusing on cybersecurity and data protection services. Baseel Group has soared since then and offers a comprehensive portfolio of IT services and products, helping customers across 100-plus countries. Read More

As a passionate serial entrepreneur with significant experience in launching and scaling successful ventures across diverse industries, with a relentless drive for innovation and a keen eye for market opportunities, he brings disruptive ideas to life. He builds high-growth businesses from the ground up. He fosters collaborative teams, forges strategic partnerships, and delivers exceptional value to customers and stakeholders.

Paresh is a motivated philanthropist dedicated to making a positive difference. With a solid commitment to social impact and community empowerment, He leverages resources, expertise, and network to support initiatives that drive meaningful change and address pressing societal challenges. He believes in the power of collaboration and innovation to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all.

He is also the founder and Director of the Global CISO Society, which aims to bring Cyber professionals and organisations together; the Co-founder of Cyber London, which has a key focus on Innovation, Skills, and Community in the Cyber community of London; and the Founder and Chairperson of the Maulee Foundation, a charity working on Social causes across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Read Less

Zainab Alamin

ZAINAB ALAMIN

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Zainab leads technology adoption, AI and sustainability initiatives at a national level. Zainab’s contributions to Science and Technology have been recognized through the KSA Women Excellence Award 2023, and she was named Woman of the Year by the Arabian Business Excellence Award. With over 19 years of experience, Zainab has held senior positions across various domains, including technology, management, digital transformation, healthcare, quality, business Read More

consultancy, capability building, and startups. Her career spans both public and private sectors. Notably, she has served as Chief Information Officer (CIO) and General Manager at Monshaat, Vice President of IT at National Medical Care Company, and held senior consultancy roles at King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Dammam.

Zainab is an active participant in advisory boards and groups, collaborating with both government and private sector entities. She is a member of the Digital Ambassadors Board, CITC Advisory Group, Saudi Electronic University’s Digital Transformation Advisory Board, and the Advisory Board of Cloud Solutions Company.

As the first female CIO in the public sector, Zainab co-founded the National CIO Club in Saudi Arabia—a platform that fosters knowledge sharing and collaboration among CIOs, particularly in the realm of digital transformation. Beyond her professional roles, she serves as a mentor and speaker at various events and forums, inspiring the next generation of leaders and innovators. Read Less

Sulafah Jabarti

SULAFAH JABARTI

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Sulafah Jabarti is an exceptional leader in the realms of technology, business, and human development recently awarded the Top 100 Arab CEO Award standing out as the first Saudi Woman leader to receive it. With diverse interests and investments across multiple domains, she has cultivated a significant presence in both domestic and international arenas. Read More

Her role as Chair of the Digital Economy Committee of ICC Saudi Arabia and Co-Founder& CEO of ClearVision underscores her commitment to advancing technological innovation and economic growth. Through her participation in various Saudi international business councils, Sulafah has fostered valuable international relations and contributed to the global dialogue on business and economic development. Her leadership exemplifies a dedication to driving positive change and fostering prosperity on both local and international scales.

As a pioneering leader in the technology sector and various business verticals, she has championed values and human prosperity. Her journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation, inclusive leadership, and ethical practices. With a keen focus on leveraging technology for positive change , she’s transformed industries and empowered diverse teams to thrive, with a commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, empathy, and excellence she has been instrumental in driving sustainable growth and making a lasting impact on both her organizations and the communities they serve. Read Less

OUR ADVISORY BOARD

Sami Omar Al Hussayen

Sami Omar Al Hussayen

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Bader ALSalhan

Bader ALSalhan

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Areej  Al-Wabil

Areej Al-Wabil

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Amani Albraikan

Amani Albraikan

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Usamah Ahmed Jan

Usamah Ahmed Jan

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Rafat Chabaane

Rafat Chabaane

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Jasim Abdul Rahman

Jasim Abdul Rahman

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Nezar Alhaidar

Nezar Alhaidar

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Hasan Jabarti

Hasan Jabarti

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Faisal Hameed

Faisal Hameed

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