Omar Shafik
About Omar Shafik
Omar Shafik is a Partner and Digital Transformation Consultant at SevenSprings Technology AG in Zurich, Switzerland, and manages Shafik Farms, a family agricultural business in Egypt. He has over 25 years of experience in software development and has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at MGD Computer Systems and Microtech.
Work at SevenSprings Technology AG
Omar Shafik currently serves as a Partner and Digital Transformation Consultant at SevenSprings Technology AG, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on guiding organizations through the complexities of digital transformation, leveraging his extensive experience in software development and technology. Prior to this, he was the Managing Director at the same company from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to strategic initiatives and operational management in the Zurich area.
Education and Expertise
Omar Shafik has an extensive educational background in business and technology. He studied Computer Science at The American University in Cairo, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 1994 to 1999. He later pursued advanced studies at Maastricht School of Management, achieving a Doctorate of Business Administration from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration from Université Panthéon Sorbonne (Paris I) in 2012, where he was recognized with the 'Best Thesis' award. His expertise spans over 25 years in software development, with a focus on mobile development and web applications.
Background in Academia
Omar Shafik has a significant background in academia, having served as a lecturer and professor at various institutions. He was a postgraduate lecturer for the MBA program at the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne from 2015 to 2019. He also held positions as a university professor at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, teaching both the English and French sections from 2014 to 2019. His academic contributions include two publications, one focusing on e-Learning and the other on finance.
Experience in Digital Marketing and Investment
Omar Shafik co-founded Purple Digital Marketing, a digital marketing agency, and served as an angel investor at Purple Bureau since 2016. His involvement in digital marketing spans six years at Purple Digital Marketing, where he contributed to the agency's growth and strategic direction. He has also been an investor at Purple Bureau for eight years, focusing on identifying and supporting innovative projects in the digital space.
Career in Software Development
Omar Shafik has over 25 years of experience in the software development industry. He held key positions at MGD Computer Systems and Microtech, where he managed research and development and software development teams, respectively. His role as R&D Manager at MGD Computer Systems from 2005 to 2006 and as Software Development Manager at Microtech from 1999 to 2005 highlights his leadership in technology-driven projects. Additionally, he has extensive experience in mobile development, having worked with various local and international companies across multiple sectors.