Overview

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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