The GCC will need over 100,000 AI-ready leaders in the next two years.
The GCC is rapidly becoming a "global AI hub", with bold investments from the UAE and Saudi Arabia transforming industries. Projects like Stargate and Humain are reshaping economies, driving innovation, and building future-ready infrastructure powered by AI.
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As AI redefines how work gets done, investors are looking for next-gen leaders who can transform business with AI, reskill teams, and lead with vision in a practical way. The future belongs to those who can harness AI to lead change.
"Everyone Needs a Coach" - Bill Gates
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Can AI really add value to my traditional business model (e.g. oil, retail, real estate)?
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Where do I even start if we’ve never done digital transformation before?
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Can AI replace or support roles that have always been human-led?
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Will my current systems and infrastructure support AI adoption?
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How do I introduce AI without threatening local jobs or cultural values?
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Can AI help us align with Vision 2030 and national innovation goals?
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Should I build in-house AI capability or partner with global experts?
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What’s the risk of not acting — and the risk of doing it wrong?
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Do you have these questions?
If yes, an AI+Leadership coach can help!
2022
Data & Analytics Leader of the Year
Voted as the Analytics Leader of the year at the Business of Data Awards
Global Top 100 Leaders in Data & AI
Twice recognized among global top 100 leaders in Data & AI by Corinium (2023 and 2024)
Most Influential People in Data
Twice recognized as Data IQ's most Influential People in Data & AI
(2023 and 2024)
2021
Drexel Lebow Analytics 50
Recognized among 50 Honorees at LeBow Analytics 50 Awards
2024
Most Influential AI Leaders
Recognized among most influential AI Leaders by AIM Media House
Inventor with 2
U.S. Patents
Two USPTO Patents with ~200 citations
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Dr. Kassim is a sought after Global Keynote Speaker and has delivered keynotes in North America, Asia, Africa, Europe and Australia.
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