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Dr Ayman Elnashar

VP - Technology Strategy, Architecture and Innovation @ e& UAE | Adjunct Professor @ Khalifa University| PhD in Communications Engineering | Author | Board Advisor | Keynote Speaker
29.2 yrs experienceComputer Software
May 2023

The move

Movedu e& UAE
TitleVP and Head - Technology Architecture, Research and Development VP - Technology Strategy, Architecture and Innovation
LocationDubai Dubai
Cross-border moveNo — same country
Years in UAE18.7
Total experience29.2 years
e& UAE headcount10,001+ employees
e& UAE industryTelecommunications
e& UAE HQAbu Dhabi
e& UAE typePublic Company

Career arc

  1. Adjunct ProfessorJan 2026 — Present
    Khalifa University· Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates· Part-time
  2. Advisory Board MemberMay 2025 — Present
    LabLabee· France· Part-time
  3. VP - Technology Strategy, Architecture and InnovationMay 2023 — Present
    e& UAE· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  4. VP and Head - Technology Architecture, Research and DevelopmentJan 2021 — Apr 2023
    du· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  5. VP and Head of Technology PlanningDec 2016 — Jan 2021
    du· Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  6. Sr. Director - Wireless Networks, Terminals and IoTSep 2010 — Dec 2016
    du· Dubai/UAE
  7. Director - Access NetworkJan 2008 — Sep 2010
    du· Dubai
  8. Chief Engineer/Head of ProjectsJun 2005 — Jan 2008
    Mobily· Riyadh/KSA
  9. Sr. Engineer/Region LeadMar 2000 — Jun 2005
    Orange· Cairo/Egypt
  10. Pre&Post Sales RF Systems EngineerJan 1997 — Feb 2000
    Motorola Solutions· Cairo/Egypt

Education

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Top skills

Mobile NetworksRFP and Tender EvaluationGSM• 4G/5G/WiFi Network strategy, Arch, Plg & rollout • Technology strategy, architecture, and planning • Mobile/Fixed networks and IT App & Infrastructure • Emerging technologies, smart city, IoT, and AI/ML • Network, Cloud, digital, and IT Transformations • CAPEX/OPEX/TCO Optimization & cost saving • Vendor management & contract negotiationTelecommunicationsHandset Testing and Validation

About

Highly motivated, results-driven Telco/ICT/IT professional with an impressive 28-year track record. Expertise lies in creating and leading robust Telco/ICT/IT systems, driving Cloud/Digital Transformations, and successfully launching start-up operations in fiercely competitive industries. Excel at harnessing emerging technologies to achieve maximum operational impact with minimal resources. A visionary who thrives on challenging conventions and processes, capable of thinking both strategically and tactically, often "out of the box." A skilled communicator and intuitive leader with acute business acumen, enabling forging collaborative relationships with cross-functional peers, engaging end-users and internal customers, and empowering teams to surpass their objectives. A knack for identifyi

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