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Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Mustapha Aanzi, Chief Commercial Officer at IBECE GROUP will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Mustapha Aanzi is a passionate #energy and #sustainability professional with nearly 20 years of experience across Europe and Middle East. He worked on various projects, related to amongst others energy efficiency, building retrofits, renewable energy.    In 2013 Mustapha moved to Dubai and worked for several renowned entities. Currently Mustapha is the Chief Commercial Officer for IBECE Energy, which is specialized in delivering energy savings by improvements to the building envelope. In addition, he is also board member at the Advancing #NetZero Volunteering Team and advisor at the Clean Energy Business Council.    Mustapha holds a BSc. degree from the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences and a MSc. degree from The Delft University of technology and obtained various energy related certifications. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Jean Morcos FCA CFA CAIA, Senior Investment Officer and Regional Sustainable and Climate Finance Lead IFC - International Finance Corporation (IFC) will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Jean Morcos FCA CFA CAIA, Senior Investment Officer and Regional Sustainable and Climate Finance Lead for Infrastructure at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group. Based in Dubai, Jean is a Senior Investment Officer within the Middle East, Central Asia, Türkiye, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MCT) Infrastructure unit at IFC and provides debt and equity financing to clients covering telecoms, power, renewable energy, transport & logistics and municipals amongst other sectors. Jean is also the regional lead for #Sustainable and #Climate Finance for Infrastructure within MCT. Prior to joining IFC, Jean worked in London at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Barclays Capital and Standard Bank. Jean has led, structured and committed more than US$2 billion worth of transactions across Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Jean is a CFA and CAIA Charter holder, a Fellow Chartered Accountant of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England & Wales and a graduate of Oxford University (St Anne’s). Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Ghada RAHAL, Future Energy Leader World Energy Council will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Ghada RAHAL is an Energy Warrior. With a growing passion for green energy, she has paved a devoted career roadway toward a #greener #sustainable future. She is a highly accomplished Energy Consultant with extended experience in various aspects of #Energy Efficiency, #Renewable Energy, and #Sustainability and has been involved in technical support, strategic development and management of major green projects in the MENA region. With her Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Master’s Degree in Energy Studies, and throughout her work experience in the energy field in Lebanon and the Middle East, she brings the analytical skills along with the technical, research, and quantitative skill sets crucial to the development of both private and public projects and programs in the energy sector. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Chris Wan, Associate Director, Sustainability & CSR at Masdar City will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Chris Wan is a seasoned architect with deep expertise in #sustainable architectural design. He has worked extensively in architecture, sustainability, and design management the U.K., Hong Kong, and the UAE. His current focus is advocating for #sustainability and #ESG at Masdar City and beyond through outreach, public education, and knowledge sharing. Previously, Wan was the head of design management at Masdar, where he promoted a holistic approach to sustainable development that balances environmental, commercial, and social requirements. Wan’s work and leadership have led to the construction of multiple developments at Masdar City that push the boundaries of sustainable design, including a series of #netzero energy buildings. He holds bachelor’s degrees in architecture from the University of Bath in the U.K. He is a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects and the Hong Kong Institute of Architects. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Maher Al Kaabi, Independent Board Member at Alserkal Group, Advisory Board at UAE Circular Economy Council. will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Maher Al Kaabi is a visionary leader and an experienced banker with more than three decades of experience in the Banking, Digital industry, and Family Business sectors. His vast knowledge spans across Board Membership, Islamic Banking, Wholesales & Consumer Banking, Risk Management, Finance, Operation & Technology, Sales & Distribution, and Business Development. Additionally, he possesses a deep understanding of innovation, data sets generation and utilization, as well as new technologies. Mr. Al Kaabi is actively involved in various startup companies, serves as the Chairman of the Board of Governance at a Star International School, and is a co-founder of Blink. He collaborates extensively with different ministries on future technologies, circular economy, and the sustainability of family businesses by educating the NextGen through the Venture Studio Module. Mr. Al Kaabi is on the Advisory Board of: -UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment – Circular Economy Council -Middle East Energy -MENA Power Projects -MIT Sloan CIO Council -Cybersecurity – CYSEC Global A highly sought-after keynote speaker. Mr. Al Kaabi imparts his knowledge and insights on a wide range of topics at events covering FinTech, Building Digital Economy (AI, metaverse, blockchain, web3, etc.), Circular Economy, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Sustainability of Family Businesses, Banking & Finance, Corporate Governance, and Investments. He acts as an advisor to the Group Chairman of Al Serkal Group of Companies (165+ year old family), and serves as an Independent Board Member. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Samar Alghalebi, Head of Sustainability and Strategy at Falak Tayyeb Platinum Government Services L.L.C will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Dr. Samar Alghalebi is an #environmental and #energy management expert specializing in hazard and industrial #waste management, with extensive experience in the oil and gas sector. She holds a master's degree in Energy Management Engineering and a doctorate in Emission Management in the MENA region. Alghalebi has worked on various projects across the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, focusing on waste policy, climate change actions, and energy markets research. She provides consultancy, advisory, and training services to reduce business operating costs through #sustainable energy management systems and has actively participated in #climate change policy summits and conferences, advocating for greenhouse gas emission reduction. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Faisal Ali Rashid PMP,, Senior DSM Director in Dubai Supreme Council of Energy will be joining us as a distinguished keynote speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Faisal Ali Rashid PMP, U.A.E national, a degree holder of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering-Dayton, Ohio university, U.S.A 1991. Also, a certified PMP-USA. Earn professional certificate in policy making from LSE-UK. Has a solid experience in energy management including supply and demand. Has strong background in process industrial plant including oil& gas, power& water generation process, material handling process. Mr. AL Rashid has been frequent speaker and active participant at various local and international energy related events. He has published numerous articles on energy management and sustainability topics. He currently holds a position of Senior DSM Director in Dubai Supreme Council of Energy looking after the whole energy demand management spectrum of emirate of Dubai. He has contributed to the success of DSM programs, DSM strategy activation, energy consumption reduction and energy efficiency policy structure in Dubai. He is also a chairman of a newly launched platform Advancing Net Zero Volunteering Team with the objective of accelerating decarbonization of cities in the UAE. Served previously in oil and gas industry for 16 years as project division manager/Project Executive, handled mega feed and EPC projects and worked as general manager in glass manufacturing firm for 3 years.  Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Ivano Iannelli, Senior Advisor to the CEO of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE Ivano stands out as a leading authority in the GCC on #Sustainability, #GHG inventories, and #Carbon Markets. His esteemed roles include serving as a Board Director for the The ESG Foundation, the former CEO of Dubai Carbon, and a senior official at the United Nations. As a recognized expert in environmental economics and low-carbon strategies, Ivano brings a wealth of experience to driving economically viable low-carbon initiatives and implementing the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Over the last twenty years, he has played a pivotal role in compiling and overseeing GHG National inventories throughout the GCC, focusing on enhancing collaborations with the Private Sector and developing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and State Action Plans. Ivano is an integral member of the UAE's negotiation team for carbon markets at the #UNFCCC #COP and contributes to the ICAO's efforts to establish new market-based measures for the aviation industry. He actively supports the #UAE's contributions to the #Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). Furthermore, Ivano collaborates with the World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition, the Partnership for Market Readiness, and contributes to the Task Force for Scaling Voluntary Carbon Markets. Currently, he is advancing his expertise through doctoral research, demonstrating his commitment to shaping the future of global sustainability and climate policy. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Dubai2024 #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Gulfxellence

Announcement 📣 We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Farah Naz FCIBSE, Director of ESG and Innovation, Middle East and Africa AECOM will be joining us as a distinguished speaker for the 4th edition of the World ESG Summit Dubai, scheduled to take place from 20th to 21st August 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE. Farah is an award-winning #climate change strategist, Zayed Inspirer and Authored Middle East Regions first book on #NetZero titled “Net Zero City”. She has 20 years’ experience in the built environment gained in the US, UK, Southeast Asia and most recently the Gulf Region. Farah has been steering #sustainability and innovation agenda in the built environment across the Middle East. Her name is synonymous with implementable #sustainability and #energy strategies, and she has supported several iconic projects, including the Museum of the Future, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Bee’ah HQ in Sharjah and the Expo 2020 Sustainability Pavilion, to achieve their sustainability goals. While based in the UK, Farah was heavily involved in creating the energy strategy for the country’s first zero-energy building, Ashmount Primary School, which won the 2015 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Sustainable Buildings Award. As an innovator, Farah focuses on implementing best practices in the built environment by applying systems related to the Food-Energy-Water Nexus, biomimetics, the Five Capital model of Sustainability, Liveability, and Inclusive Innovation Frameworks, which builds the foundation of the cities and communities of the future. Farah is a Chartered Engineer, Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE),Chair of CIBSE’s UAE Chapter, LEED and WELL Accredited Professional and Verified Research Expert for the Dubai Future Foundation. Farah is an active advocate of STEM education for future generations. Secure your delegate pass now and enjoy the early bird discount available until May 10, 2024. To register, please email us at info@gulfxellence.com for delegate registration. For more information about the summit, please visit https://lnkd.in/dtR7iZ8Y #WorldEsgsummit #Sustainabilitymatters #Sustainableinvesting #Esgleadership #Netzero2050 #SustainableEnergy #SutainableFinance #Dubai2024 #Gulfxellence

Eid Mubarak 🌙 Wishing you and your family a wonderful Eid filled with joy and togetherness. #Eid2024 #WorldESGsummit #GulfXellence