Join us for the inaugarating session of this semester’s Provost’s Business Briefing on Monday, January 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM in Room 5.33. To Register, click HERE.
🌍 The Provost’s Business Briefing proudly presents Fares Akkad, Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa at Meta!
✨About Fares Akkad
With 25 years of industry experience, Fares Akkad leads a team of 250 people, overseeing Meta’s transformative projects, including the 2Africa submarine cable that provides 30% of Africa’s internet connectivity. Beyond his leadership at Meta, Akkad is a board member and advisor for innovative companies like CAFU, KIDZONET, and Enhance Fitness, and NGOs such as TAKREEM Foundation and Ard Dyar.
💡 What to Expect:
✨ A recap of the quarter’s key business indicators and headlines.
✨ Insightful discussions on leadership, sustainability, and innovation.
🎯 Special Highlights:
- Interactive Q&A with on building sustainable, diverse, and high-performing teams.
- Network & Refreshments available at the end of each session.
- Those who attended regularly will receive a FREE subscription to the Financial Times.
This finale is the perfect opportunity to end the semester on a high note, filled with learning, networking, and inspiration from a leader who has set benchmarks in the corporate world.
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