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Ishtiaq Ahmed

Ishtiaq Ahmed

Digital Transformation & Fintech Program Leader

Telecommunications

Dubai, دبي

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I lead digital transformation, fintech, and innovation programs across MENA and Africa, helping telecom operators, financial institutions, and enterprises build scalable digital ecosystem

Innovation
Program management
Fintech
Digital transformation
Approximate rate: د.إ 1,200 per hour

Experience

I have 20+ years of experience leading digital transformation, fintech, and innovation programs across MENA and Africa for major telecom and technology groups including Etisalat/e&, Ooredoo/Asiacell, Globacom, Siemens, and EDCH. I specialize in program management, strategic partnerships, cross-functional leadership, and delivering measurable improvements in ROI, KPIs, digital performance, and customer experience. I am also a hands-on leader, mentor, and coach, known for developing high-performing teams and guiding organizations through complex transformations with clarity, discipline, and execution excellence.

Education

I hold a Bachelor of Business & Commerce and a Diploma in Marketing, complemented by PMP credit-hour certification and Google’s Digital Marketing credential.

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