A new achievement in Muhannad Al-Kalash’s professional career

From one achievement to another, Muhannad Al-Kalash continues to shine, earning his place among the most powerful CEOs of global companies for 2024, according to the Forbes list. As the founder of #CyberX, Al-Kalash has become a pioneer and a key figure in #digital_transformation. With over 20 years of experience in infrastructure, networks, cybersecurity, enterprise resource planning, and cloud services, he is well-qualified to offer world-class #digital_solutions.

Currently, Al-Kalash serves as the CEO of #Zoom for the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Pakistan region. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Manchester and has extensive academic knowledge in network engineering. Throughout his career, he has obtained a wide range of prestigious professional certifications, including:

• Leadership Communication with Impact from INSEAD
• Certified Information Systems Security Specialist (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Personal Leadership and Influence Training Program
• TOGAF 9 Certification
• ISO 27001 Certification from BSI
• ITIL V3 Foundation Certification in IT Service Management

Al-Kalash has distinguished himself in numerous high-profile positions throughout his career. He has served as the regional sales manager at Cisco International and led the Middle East sales team for Oracle International. He is also a member of the Advisory Board for the Information Security Conference in the Middle East and North Africa and the founder of the CyberXWorld platform, the first cybersecurity awareness platform in the Arab world. Currently, he serves as a member and advisor on several boards, including those of Prince Sultan University and Princess Noura bint Abdul Rahman University.

Al-Kalash’s comprehensive understanding of driving business growth at Zoom, coupled with his leadership experience, empowers organizations across the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Pakistan to adopt solutions tailored to the unique business landscape of these regions. His personal qualities—being approachable, supportive of talent, motivating hard work, and valuing every step toward success and credibility—make him a respected leader among his team.

International companies are playing a crucial role in the MENA region, driving #digitaltransformation through numerous investments and initiatives. As reported by Forbes, “We have compiled and revealed our global rankings that align with local achievements for 12 consecutive years, honoring the regional heads of the largest international companies headquartered in the Middle East and North Africa region. This year’s list features 104 CEOs from 100 companies, with 55% based in the United States and the rest spread across 15 other countries, representing 30 sectors. This demonstrates the role these multinational companies play in diversifying the region’s economies. The #Technology sector leads the list with 19 entries, followed by nine pharmaceutical companies and seven automobile companies. The 104 executives represent 40 nationalities, with Lebanon at the top with 12 CEOs, followed by India with eight, and the United Kingdom and France with seven CEOs each.” Source: Forbes Middle East

The CyberX team extends its warmest congratulations to its professional role model, Muhannad Al-Kalash.