Ahmed El Gamal

Ahmed El Gamal began his career as an architect before discovering his passion for creative problem-solving and innovation, leading him into the dynamic world of marketing and communications. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked with some of the world's most recognizable brands across FMCG, tourism, hospitality, real estate, and financial services, gaining a global, multi-industry perspective through his tenures at BBDO, Proximity, Emaar, and MetLife. As Executive Director of Marketing at a leading hospitality group in Dubai, Ahmed leads Global Resort Marketing, driving performance marketing, commercial success, and industry innovation in a highly dynamic industry. An Executive MBA graduate from IE Business School, he was recognized on the Dean's List and inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. His entrepreneurial mindset is evident in his role as a partner at Mr. Regimen, an e-commerce startup specializing in men's grooming, and as the author of The Modern Marketer, a weekly marketing newsletter. Passionate about mentorship and talent development, Ahmed also serves as Alumni President & Board Chair of IE University UAE, championing collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and industry growth. With expertise in global marketing strategy, digital transformation, and brand governance, Ahmed is a visionary leader who seamlessly blends data-driven decision-making with creative execution, shaping the future of marketing in an ever-evolving economy.