Omar Elassar
About Omar Elassar
Omar Elassar serves as the VP and Global Head of Ecosystem Growth & Business Development at Parity Technologies. He has extensive experience in management consulting and technology across various financial institutions and currently focuses on driving Polkadot adoption in both crypto and traditional business sectors.
Current Role at Parity Technologies
Omar Elassar serves as the VP, Global Head of Ecosystem Growth & Business Development at Parity Technologies since 2022. In this role, he focuses on driving Polkadot adoption across both crypto-native and traditional business segments. His responsibilities include targeting partnerships with early and late-stage startups, corporates, incubators, accelerators, infrastructure, and government entities. His strategic approach aims to expand the ecosystem and enhance collaboration within the blockchain space.
Previous Experience in Management Consulting
Omar Elassar has extensive experience in management consulting, having worked at Oliver Wyman from 2015 to 2017 and Deloitte Consulting from 2009 to 2014. During his time at these firms, he contributed to various projects that involved strategic planning and operational improvements. His background in consulting has equipped him with skills in problem-solving and analytical thinking, which he applies in his current role.
Background in Capital Markets Technology
Omar Elassar has a solid foundation in capital markets technology, having worked at StatPro for one year in 2005 and at Barclays Capital and Morgan Stanley in 2007 and 2008, respectively. His roles involved equity derivatives technology, where he gained insights into financial systems and market operations. This experience has informed his understanding of technology's role in finance and investment.
Education and Expertise
Omar Elassar holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from INSEAD and a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo. He also completed his secondary education at the New English School, achieving GCE/IGCSE qualifications. His educational background combines technical expertise with business acumen, enabling him to navigate complex industry landscapes.
Leadership in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Omar Elassar serves as the Director for the INSEAD Alumni Association's Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Technology group within the UAE. In this capacity, he fosters collaboration among alumni and promotes initiatives that support entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. His involvement reflects his commitment to advancing technology and business development within the community.