Oday K.
About Oday K.
Oday K. serves as the Head of Innovation & Business Transformation at the World Food Programme in Egypt, a position he has held since 2020. He has a diverse professional background, including roles at The Ready, Google, Careem, and The Coca-Cola Company, and holds a Master’s Degree in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Oxford.
Current Role at World Food Programme
Oday K. serves as the Head of Innovation & Business Transformation at the World Food Programme since 2020. In this role, he focuses on driving innovative solutions and strategic business transformations to enhance the organization's effectiveness in addressing global hunger challenges. His position is based in Egypt, where he has been instrumental in implementing new initiatives that align with the organization's mission.
Previous Experience at The Ready
Oday K. worked at The Ready from 2015 to 2017, initially as a Member and later as a Partner until 2019. During his time in New York, he contributed to various projects aimed at fostering innovation and enhancing organizational performance. His experience at The Ready provided him with a strong foundation in collaborative problem-solving and business strategy.
Education and Expertise
Oday K. holds a Master’s Degree in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Oxford. He also earned a Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) - First Class from the University of Technology Sydney. His educational background equips him with a deep understanding of regional dynamics and analytical skills relevant to his roles in business transformation and innovation.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Oday K. has held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked as a Senior Business Associate at Google for one month in 2015 in Ireland. He served as an Advisor to the Chief of Staff and CTO at Careem from 2018 to 2019 in Dubai. His earlier roles include working as a Quantitative Analyst at The Coca-Cola Company in Australia and as a Research Associate & Tutor at the University of Technology Sydney.
Entrepreneurial Venture with Zawda
In 2023, Oday K. founded Zawda, a venture based in Cairo, Egypt. This initiative reflects his commitment to innovation and business development in the region. As the founder, he aims to leverage his extensive experience to create impactful solutions that address local market needs.