Hatem Dowidar

Telecommunications and technology thought leader. Global CEO. Non Executive Director. Angel investor.

United Arab Emirates

About

Global business leader, entrepreneur, and digital governance advocate. I have extensive experience in steering large-scale organizations through rapid evolution, building agile teams, and driving sustainable growth across international markets. As a seasoned board chair and non-executive board member, I bring strategic oversight and a long-term perspective to diverse corporate portfolios. Leveraging deep operational experience across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, my focus is on unlocking value—whether guiding multinational enterprises, championing high-growth consumer brands, or shaping technology policy on the global stage.

Experience

  • Non Executive Director at BlackRock Frontiers Investment Trust PLC
    Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Board Member at Mobily
    Dec 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

  • Non Executive Director at Vodafone
    Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Chairman of the Board at Careem
    Dec 2023 - Apr 2026 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • e& (United Arab Emirates)
    • Group CEO
      May 2020 - Apr 2026 · 6 yrs

      e& (Etisalat) is the evolution from a telco to a tech-co

    • CEO Etisalat International
      Apr 2016 - May 2020 · 4 yrs 2 mos

      Responsible for the international operations of Etisalat Group outside the UAE.

    • Etisalat Group Chief Operating Officer
      Oct 2015 - Mar 2016 · 6 mos