Celebrating AI innovation
An epic week of events uniting the the entire AI ecosystem
Nathaniel Henry
Senior Managing Director - Customer Experience & Success, Microsoft
Nathaniel "Nate" Henry is a visionary senior technology executive with over two decades of experience driving digital transformation at the forefront of the tech industry. As Senior Managing Director at Microsoft, Nate has consistently bridged technology and business to drive profitability and enhance customer experiences. His leadership has transformed Microsoft's customer success and engagement model, powering the company's multi-billion-dollar cloud revenue and setting new standards for the industry.
Throughout his distinguished career, Nate has been a trailblazer, helping launch groundbreaking initiatives like Cloud Vantage, Premier Support for Office 365 Dedicated, and the FastTrack Center for onboarding Microsoft 365 customers. He also led the growth of Microsoft Managed Services and Support for Mission Critical, doubling the business in just under three years. Nate's innovative partnerships with sales, operations, and engineering have delivered transformative solutions that drove Azure consumption for Microsoft's strategic clients across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa. His work has spanned cutting-edge industry solutions, including Sports and Entertainment (digital fan engagement and live game support), Automotive (Connected Vehicle), Financial Services (risk management), and Healthcare.
Most recently, Nate has also launched Global Customer Success Account Manager Delivery Center which scales impact for Microsoft’s Unified customers, globally.
Known for his innovative and people-focused leadership, Nate places a strong emphasis on mentorship and building inclusive, high-performing teams focused on customer outcomes. His core values of accountability, respect, and connection guide his work, reflecting a leadership legacy centered on empowering others and making a positive impact - all while keeping the customer at the forefront and driving exceptional results.
Beyond his professional achievements, Nate is committed to community service and personal growth. He sits on the Executive Advisory board for A Little Bit of Hope non-profit and is a former youth football coach.
Jeanie Fang
Director Data & AI, Crunchbase
Jeanie leads the Data Management organization at Crunchbase, where she drives the mission to democratize access to opportunity by delivering data that connects innovators. Her team is responsible for all the data featured on Crunchbase's platform. Outside of work, Jeanie is an avid traveler, having visited over 80 countries, and she is also a licensed realtor passionate about real estate. She’s always open to helping others with their real estate goals, whether buying, selling, or investing.
Georges De Moura
Group Vice President and CISO, EDGE Group
Georges De Moura serves as the Vice President of Information Security and CISO at EDGE Group, an Advanced Technology and Defence international conglomerate headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. He has 20+ years’ experience in information technology and cybersecurity across multiple industries, including aerospace, defence, and Aviation. Prior to taking on his current role, he oversaw the Industry portfolio at the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Cybersecurity. Before joining the World Economic Forum, he was the global CISO at Etihad Aviation Group, where he directed the execution of a major holistic cybersecurity transformation program. He also headed the information technology and cybersecurity organizations for all USA entities at Thales Group. He also served as a member of the IBM Security Board of Advisors and the Airbus STAR Advisory Group.
Mohamed Al Kuwaiti
Head of Cyber Security Council, UAE Government
Dr. Al Kuwaiti was appointed by the Cabinet as the Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government since 2020. As the Head of Cyber Security, his mandate includes responsibilities as the Chairman of the UAE Cyber Security Council as well as Managing Director of the National Data Centre under the Supreme Council for National Security. As the Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government by investiture, Dr. Al Kuwaiti has legal authority over all aspects pertaining to securing the cyberspace for the entire Nation. In his current role, Dr. Al Kuwaiti is tasked with the responsibility of charting the cyber security strategy for the Nation that not only equips the UAE to enter the digital era with capabilities to deal with the new threat landscape exacerbated by the pandemic, but also ensures UAE’s leadership in cyber security globally; towards establishing the UAE as the world’s leading trusted digital hub and supporting the Nation’s digital transformation agenda and the digital future of all residents who made UAE their home. Towards that end, he leads the Council to outline an implementation plan to protect the UAE cyberspace through emerging technologies such as Cloud, Big Data and AI in a whole-of-government approach coordinating and orchestrating efforts between Emirates and government entities via a unified platform built and managed by the Council. Under Dr. Al Kuwaiti’s leadership, the UAE has advanced 42 positions in the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index, rising to the 5th place globally from 47th in the previous assessment. Dr. Al Kuwaiti has also led UAE to many firsts, including Guinness World Records for having the most users in a cyber capture the flag (CTF) competition, the largest bug bounty competition and the largest cyber drill; all initiatives that aim at capacity building in cyber security and improving the technical competencies of cyber security professionals and enthusiasts. More importantly, he has been instrumental in advocating for realizing the value of cyber security by demonstrating cyber security as a critical business enabler. Since 2021, Dr. Al Kuwaiti plays the role of an ambassador for collaboration between the government and cyber agencies, helping to bridge the discussion between the two major stakeholders in the digital economy. Under his chaperone, key public-private partnerships were established between the UAE Cyber Security Council and leading local and international cyber security organizations with the goal of making a positive contribution to the UAE cyber agenda and be a major force that will benefit the global cyber security industry. Additionally, bilateral agreements established with countries both within the region and across the world contributed towards mutual information sharing, capacity development and legal assistance aid treaties, all key outcomes as a result of the National Cyber Security Strategy that he has put in place to realize the vision of the UAE for the next 50 years. Underscoring the UAE’s leadership in cyber security on a global stage under Dr. Kuwaiti’s tutelage, UAE plays a pivotal role in the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Centre with UAE being elected as the Vice Chair of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Computer Emergency Response Team to respond to cyber emergencies during the 10th Regional Cybersecurity Week for Arab Countries and OIC Member States in 2022. UAE also co-chairs the Information Sharing Committee in the White House Counter Ransomware Initiative, a coalition of 37 international partners. His contributions to accelerate the cyber security maturity of the Nation and fostering a vibrant cyber security ecosystem in the UAE have been recognized in multiple forums, including the (ISC)² Government Professional Award for EMEA. Dr. Al Kuwaiti also sits on the Boards of the UAE Council for Digital Wellbeing, Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), Federal Geographic Information Center and is on the Advisory Committees of the College of Information Technology under United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) and Emirates ICT Innovation Center (EBTIC) under Khalifa University. Additionally, he is an Adjunct Professor under the Homeland Security Program at Rabdan Academy and a visiting lecturer on Cyber Security at universities such as Khalifa University and National Defense College in Abu Dhabi. Prior to his current appointments, Dr. Al Kuwaiti was with the National Electronic Security Authority in various appointments and capacity since 2013 where he was most recently the Executive Director of Government Operations managing National and International government relations. He had served as the Chief Technical Analyst at the Ministry of Interior where he had held other positions, such as Operations Director and CTO of the Counter Terrorism Center. Dr. Al Kuwaiti started his 20 year-long career as a Defense, Air, and Naval Military Attaché with the Embassy of The United Arab Emirates based in Washington, D.C. Dr. Al Kuwaiti has published numerous papers and keynoted at many conferences such as IEEE, RSA, Cyber Warfare Europe, Tele Strategies, ISS World MEA, IDEX, International Anti-Cyber Crimes Conference and Future War Summit. He is a highly sought after speaker internationally and has provided the main keynote address for more than 50 international, regional, and national cybersecurity events such as GITEX, GISEC and the World Government Summit, and has presented the UAE Cyber Security Framework at INTERPOL Global Cyberspace and Cybercrime Complex located in Singapore. Dr. Al Kuwaiti holds a Doctorate in Computer Engineering and Network Security from George Washington University in the U.S. and a master’s degree in Telecommunications and Computer Networks. He also holds a M.A. degree in International and Civil Security. Dr. Al Kuwaiti is an honorable member of the Society of Engineers, IEEE Society, Golden Key National Honor Society and Computer Society. His research interests are detecting, monitoring and responding to cyber warfare, network forensics, corporate governance & processes, and national cyber policy.
Dr. Dirk Jungnickel
SVP Enterprise & Analytics & Intelligence, Emirates Group
Dr Dirk Jungnickel heads up the Enterprise Data & Analytics function of Emirates Group, which is responsible for the group’s BI, data science and AI capabilities. Following an academic career and professorship in theoretical physics, with more than seven years of postdoctoral research, Dr Jungnickel has held senior executive positions across various industries and organizations in a private sector career spanning 24 years. His responsibilities have included BI and advanced analytics, data management and governance, IT architecture and implementation, project and programme management, and an associate partner role in a global management and strategy consulting firm.
Lt. Col. Dr. Essa Almutawa
Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Dubai Civil Defense
Lt. Colonel Dr. Essa Almutawa is the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, the Head of Global Indicators for Fire Incidents, and the Director of the Department of Monitoring and Inspection at Dubai Civil Defense (DCD) in the United Arab Emirates. In his current position, Dr. Essa leads the development and implementation of strategic initiatives for the Department of Monitoring and Inspection at the DCD, ensuring that all safety protocols, inspection procedures, and regulatory practices comply with international and national standards of excellence and quality.
As Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, he has established a new strategic approach for AI integration within Dubai Civil Defense, focusing on fostering a culture that prioritizes and accelerates the adoption of AI technologies across the organization. Dr. Essa has an extensive background in proactive and progress monitoring, information security governance, and crisis management. He holds a Master's in Crisis and Disaster Management from the University of Modern Sciences and a Master's in Digital Governance and Innovation from the University of Central Lancashire. He also holds a Diploma in Leadership and Digital Transformation, as well as a Doctor of Business Administration and Leadership from the University of Gloucestershire.
Known for his strategic leadership, Dr Essa has been instrumental in driving innovation and excellence within Dubai Civil Defense, positioning the organisation at the forefront of safety and technological advancement in the region.
Awadh Almur
Chief AI Officer, Federal Authority of Nuclear Regulation
Awadh serves as the Chief AI Officer and HR Director at FANR, where he leads AI strategy and digital transformation efforts to advance regulatory excellence in the nuclear sector. His work centers on embedding an AI-driven culture, upskilling employees, and cultivating strategic partnerships to position FANR as a leader in innovation. With over 18 years of experience in HR and information security, Awadh is committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace that prioritizes employee well-being, gender equality, and personal growth.
