Faisal Omar
About Faisal Omar
Faisal Omar is a Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Antler, with extensive experience in digital payments and e-commerce. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies in the telecommunications and consulting sectors, primarily in the Middle East and Australia.
Work at Carma
Faisal Omar serves as the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Carma, a position he has held since 2019. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, he has been instrumental in shaping the company's product strategy and innovation. His role involves overseeing product development and ensuring that Carma's offerings align with market needs and customer expectations.
Current Role at Antler
Since 2019, Faisal Omar has been engaged as an Entrepreneur at Antler in London, England. His work at Antler focuses on supporting startup development and fostering innovation within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. This role complements his extensive experience in digital payment solutions and business efficiency.
Professional Background
Faisal Omar has a diverse professional background with over two decades of experience in various roles across the Middle East and Australia. He has held positions at notable companies including Novell Middle East, Etisalat, and Coles. His expertise spans e-business consulting, channel sales management, and product management in digital payments.
Education and Expertise
Faisal Omar holds a Master of Business Administration from Middlesex University, which he completed from 2007 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering from Nottingham University Business School, studying from 1993 to 1996. His educational background supports his specialization in digital services, mobile financial services, and strategic business planning.
Achievements in Digital Payments
Faisal Omar has made significant contributions to the digital payments landscape. He founded Fmo Consulting in 2014, focusing on digital payment innovation. His experience includes establishing one of Kenya’s first web development companies and leading initiatives in mobile commerce and reseller channel development, enhancing business efficiency and growth.