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Saif Al Zaabi

Chairman, Trustegic Chartered Accountants & Consultancy, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Saif Alzaabi is an accomplished Emirati business leader, strategist, and founder, and a member of the Emirates Association of Accountants and Auditors (UAEAAA). He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Abu Dhabi University, and is best known for his role as Founder and Chairman of Trustegic Chartered Accountants and Consultancy, a dynamic and fast-growing audit and consulting firm headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Born and raised in the UAE, Saif demonstrated an early passion for leadership, analytical thinking, and business development. These qualities laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial journey and his commitment to building a firm grounded in trust, excellence, and partner- and client-focused impact. Under his leadership, Trustegic has evolved into a multidisciplinary firm offering a comprehensive range of professional services, including Audit and Assurance, Risk, IT Risk and Cybersecurity, Consulting, Tax, and Fraud Risk and Investigations. Trustegic’s services are tailored to the needs of modern enterprises, with a primary focus on UAE federal entities and family-owned groups, as well as forward-thinking small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are often underserved or overlooked by large global audit and consulting firms. This targeted approach reflects Saif’s deep understanding of the local and international business ecosystem and his commitment to delivering practical, high-impact directions. Saif’s professional philosophy is anchored in the belief that trust, the cornerstone of any effective business relationship, must be earned daily through diligence, integrity, and consistently high performance. This principle is embodied in the name “Trustegic,” a fusion of trust and strategic insight, and is evident in the firm’s approach to every client and partner engagement. Trustegic’s mission is to Maintain the trust between its experienced team of professionals, strategic partners and clients, where it naturally acts as the catalyst in its clients’ journey to support them in achieving their objectives. Beyond his executive responsibilities, Saif is recognized as a thought leader and collaborative partner within the UAE’s professional community. He actively engages with academic institutions, industry associations, and strategic partners to support talent development, particularly through internship programs and mentorship initiatives aimed at nurturing the next generation of Emirati professionals. Under Saif’s guidance, Trustegic has also embraced a broader role in societal and national development. The firm regularly participates in national celebrations and community awareness initiatives, reinforcing its identity as a socially responsible organization that values national pride, workforce diversity and inclusion, and corporate citizenship. Saif’s leadership style is defined by strategic foresight, resilience, and the ability to inspire teams toward shared objectives. He places strong emphasis on continuous learning, innovation, and ethical practice, ensuring that Trustegic remains agile and responsive to evolving market demands and regulatory landscapes. In summary, Saif Alzaabi represents a new generation of Emirati leaders, visionary, values-driven, and dedicated to elevating the standards of corporate consultancy and audit in the UAE. His journey reflects a balanced blend of entrepreneurial ambition, community engagement, and strategic leadership that continues to shape the future of professional services across the region.

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Michael Angelo Estallo

Senior Business System Programmer, Saudi Aramco, Khobar, Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Data Scientist with over 10 years of experience delivering data-driven solutions across diverse domains. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Data Science. Experienced in applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling to solve complex business problems and drive strategic decision-making.

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Reha GerçEker

Senior Vice President, Akbank, Istanbul, Turkiye

As Head of Platform and Resilience Engineering at Akbank, Reha Kamil Gerçeker drives efforts to strengthen software reliability across the bank’s digital platforms. His work focuses on scalable system design, operational excellence, and building resilient technology infrastructure that supports modern financial services and ensures seamless experiences for millions of customers.

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Hisham Juneidi

CTO, The EdgeNode LLC, Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Hisham Juneidi is an AI engineer and entrepreneur, founder of The EdgeNode LLC, where he builds automation and decision infrastructure for service businesses. His work includes applied AI systems for operations, pricing, and governance, including Quotix, a rules-based quoting and pricing platform.

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Sridhar Mannava

Distinguished Architect, FICO, Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States

Sridhar Mannava is a Distinguished Architect specializing in CPM and Financial Systems. As Lead Architect for clients like FICO, he designs complex integrations connecting OneStream XF with Snowflake and Cloud ERPs. A recognized expert, Sridhar is a technical author on DZone and an active judge.

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Mallesh Miryala

Salesforce Solutions Architect – Business Continuity, ITDR & Emergency Management, University of California, Davis, California, United States

Software developer and technology leader with 15 years of full-cycle experience, currently working as a Salesforce Technical Lead. Mallesh designed and built AI-enabled, resilient systems that support business continuity, ITDR, and emergency management across multiple campuses and health systems, with a focus on automation and practical, human-centered digital solutions.

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Thai Bao An Phan

Staff AI Solution Architect, Diligent Corporation, New York City, New York, United States

Annie Phan is a data and AI leader driving enterprise impact through AI/ML innovation and digital transformation. She is Staff AI Solution Architect at Diligent, previously led AI/ML programs at Fanatics Collectibles and McKinsey, and is a Founding Member of the AI Think Tank, Forbes Business Council member, and published author.

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Seema Rajaram

Global Program Test and Validation Lead (Digital and AI), 3i Info Tech, Edison, New Jersey, United States

Seema Rajaram is a QA Program Manager and COE Leader (Digital, AI) specializing in digital transformation, automation, and AI-driven quality engineering within the pharmaceutical, Healthcare and BFSI industries. She has 19+ years of IT experience leading complex, multi platform programs with a strong focus on data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

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Kabi Prasad Samal

Vice President, State Street Corp, Wrentham, Massachusetts, United States

Lead Solution Architect for Big Data and AI applications (Vice President) in State Street Corp. PMP and Sig Sigma Green Belt (SSGB) certified Manager. At State Street Corp for 20+ years. 25+ years of diverse experience across IT services involving design, architect and delivery. Certified Deep Learning specialization and Tensorflow.

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Praveen Shiveswara Sridharamurthy

Principal Architect, Katy, Texas, United States

Praveen Shiveswara Sridharamurthy is an accomplished Principal Solution Architect with over 21 years of experience in the energy sector, specializing in real-time operational data management, cloud computing, and AI integration. He is recognized for leading major digital transformation initiatives that modernize industrial operations and bridge legacy OT systems with advanced cloud-native platforms.

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Muberra Uyar Yildirim

Retail Bank Fraud sk Senior Group Manager, CitiGroup NA, Lithia, Florida, United States

Muberra Uyar Yildirim is a senior fraud risk professional with over 20 years of experience in financial services. She has held senior fraud risk management roles at major banks in Turkiye and currently serves as Retail Bank Fraud Policy Senior Group Manager at CitiGroup in the U.S., focusing on enterprise fraud strategy, governance, and risk mitigation.

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Werner van Rossum

Business Venture Manager - Performance Management, ExxonMobil, Spring, Texas, United States

Werner van Rossum is a finance and enterprise transformation executive with nearly two decades of experience across finance, performance management, and enterprise systems in global organizations. His work focuses on strategic business management and designing systems that integrate global financial operations, governance, and performance oversight.