Dr. Inas Sobhy

CIO Global Awards winning|Driving Digital Transformation in Education MENA|Global Speaker|eLearning|Education Strategy|Innovation Growth Leader|Gov.Partnerships|Digital Enterprise Architect|DT Strategist|ITIL|TOGAF|COBIT

Egypt

About

With over 29 years of proven expertise in education technology, digital transformation, strategic partnerships, and leadership development, I specialize in aligning public sector innovation with global smart learning ecosystems. As the current General Director of Government, International Organizations & Funding Partnerships at Classera, I spearhead transformational initiatives across the MENA and Global regions. My leadership has been instrumental in establishing and scaling Smart Learning Initiatives (SLI) in collaboration with Ministries of Education in multiple countries, securing funding, and delivering sustainable education solutions that meet the needs of over 200K+ learners. Previously, I held executive roles including Chief Information Officer at Badr University and eLearning General Director at Egypt's Ministry of Education, where I led national digital reform, interactive eContent production, and professional development for tens of thousands of educators. My career is defined by: 🔹 Leading high-level government and donor partnerships for EdTech reform 🔹 Designing and implementing digital education strategies aligned with national visions 🔹 Driving sales and growth through high-value government deals and ecosystem alignment 🔹 Serving as a keynote speaker at major global summits (UNESCO, INNOXERA, GESS, Innovation Africa) 🔹 Delivering scalable capacity building for digital and data-driven education systems With a PhD in eLearning and certifications in ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT, Oracle DB, Strategic Management, and ongoing MBA in Digital Transformation, I merge academic rigor with operational excellence. My passion is to inspire equitable and technology-enabled education systems that empower learners worldwide.

Experience

  • Digital transformation Technologies Lecturer at ESLSCA University
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Classera (5 yrs 6 mos)
    • Government Partnerships Director - Global
      Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

      In this role, I will be collaborating with ministries, international organizations, NGOs, and funding agencies to establish strategic partnerships aimed at developing the education ecosystem—both K-12 and higher education—as well as enhancing human capital development in targeted countries. This opportunity aligns perfectly with my experience in the government sector, allowing me to contribute to impactful international projects at a strategic level. I look forward to driving initiatives that foster digital transformation and innovation in education worldwide.

    • Director of Business Development & Partnership, MENA
      Apr 2024 - Feb 2025 · 11 mos

      • Leading the Smarter Learning Initiative in MENA, spearheading digital transformation in education with Ministries of Educations & Governments. • Developing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to drive innovation and growth in the education sector in MENA Region.

    • Head of Partnerships & Business Development
      2021 - Aug 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos

  • Badr University in Cairo (4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Chief Information Technology Officer
      Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • E-learning Consultant
      Apr 2020 - Oct 2023 · 3 yrs 7 mos

  • Chief Intelligence Officer - CIO at Edu System International - ESI
    Apr 2020 - Aug 2024 · 4 yrs 5 mos

    Leading the digital transformation in ESI. Managing eLearning Systems & (CPD) - ICT Training for the teachers, school principals and the administrative staff

  • Undersecretary of Central Directorate for Educational Leaders Development Center at Ministry of Education, Egypt
    2019 - 2020 · 1 yr

    • Managing Leadership professional development for all educators (Teachers, schools’ principals & Managers) – Ministry of Education, Egypt. • Preparing and implementing the professional development strategic plan for all employees and teachers all over the 27 Governorates - Ministry of Education, Egypt. • Preparing and implementing the professional development strategic plan (ICT training programs) for all schools’ principals & teachers all over the 27 Governorates - Ministry of Education, Egypt.