Ahmed Alsamarrai
About Ahmed Alsamarrai
Ahmed Alsamarrai serves as the Head of Technology for MENA at Thomson Reuters, where he leads a team of 50 technologists and has been instrumental in implementing innovative solutions and strategies since 2012.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Ahmed Alsamarrai serves as the Head of Technology for the MENA region at Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2012, leading a team of 50 technologists within a matrix structure. His leadership emphasizes a culture of knowledge sharing and healthy competition among team members. Under his guidance, the technology strategy and implementation have focused on ensuring business continuity and revenue generation.
Previous Experience at Zawya
Prior to his current role, Ahmed Alsamarrai worked at Zawya in various capacities from 2007 to 2012. He started as a Technology Projects Manager and advanced to the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). During his tenure, he defined processes for the 'Business Pulse' product and implemented intelligent article relating on Zawya.com, which improved user retention by approximately 20%. He also led technology acquisition processes and managed product integration post-acquisition.
Mentorship at TURN8 Fund
Ahmed Alsamarrai served as a Mentor at TURN8 Fund from 2012 to 2015. In this role, he provided guidance and support to emerging startups, leveraging his extensive experience in technology and management. His mentorship contributed to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within the startup ecosystem.
Educational Background
Ahmed Alsamarrai studied at The University of Manchester, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Software Engineering from 1996 to 2000. Prior to that, he completed his A Levels at King Edward VII from 1993 to 1996. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his career in technology and management.
Professional Achievements
Throughout his career, Ahmed Alsamarrai has been responsible for products generating over USD 40 million in annual revenue across the MENA region. He has facilitated project and operational management through online dashboards, effectively managing challenging KPIs. His contributions have significantly impacted the technology landscape within the organizations he has worked for.