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Mahmoud Safarata to Unpack the Future of Tech Markets at Work Shift Summit 2026

Get ready for Mahmoud Safarata, ITIDA's Executive VP, as he takes the stage at the Work Shift Summit 2026! With over 25 years in IT, he'll be sharing his insights on where technology markets are headed and how we can empower digital talent for the future. His impressive background includes leadership roles at global giants like IBM and HP, driving strategic growth across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia.

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Mahmoud Safarata to Unpack the Future of Tech Markets at Work Shift Summit 2026

The Work Shift Summit 2026 is excited to host Engineer Mahmoud Safarata, the Executive Vice President of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA). He'll be delivering a keynote speech where he'll share his vision for the future of technology markets and how we can empower digital capabilities. Mahmoud Safarata currently serves as the Executive Vice President of ITIDA, leading efforts to grow IT markets. He brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the information technology sector and automation systems to this role. His impressive career includes working with major global companies such as IBM, HP, and Honeywell. He also has a strong track record of driving strategic growth and building high-performing teams across markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia. His speech will dive into the future of technology markets and the crucial role of developing digital talent in supporting the digital work ecosystem. This will all take place during the Work Shift Summit 2026, scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026.

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