Hichame Assi
About Hichame Assi
Hichame Assi is the CEO of Envato, a position he has held since 2020. He previously served as CEO and COO at HotelsCombined.com and has an academic background in eCommerce from the University of London.
Current Role at Envato
Hichame Assi has served as the CEO of Envato since 2020. In this role, he oversees the company's strategic direction and operational management. His leadership focuses on enhancing the platform's offerings and expanding its market presence. Under his guidance, Envato continues to innovate in the digital marketplace sector.
Previous Experience at HotelsCombined.com
Hichame Assi held multiple positions at HotelsCombined.com from 2010 to 2020. He began as the Head of International Strategy & Online Marketing from 2010 to 2012, where he developed marketing strategies for global outreach. He then served as COO from 2013 to 2016, managing daily operations. Finally, he was appointed CEO from 2016 to 2020, leading the company through significant growth during his tenure.
Educational Background
Hichame Assi has an extensive educational background in eCommerce. He studied at the University of London, where he earned a PostGraduate Diploma in eCommerce from 2002 to 2003, followed by an MSc in eCommerce from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he was a PhD Research Student at the University of London from 2006 to 2010, focusing on advanced research in his field. He also attended Icarda International School.
Early Career at TravelPort
Before his roles at HotelsCombined.com, Hichame Assi worked at TravelPort (Cendant) as the Head of eCommerce and Product Development in 2006. His tenure lasted for 10 months, during which he contributed to the development of eCommerce strategies and product offerings within the travel sector.