Adel Alrais

Adel Alrais has extensive work experience in the telecommunications and marketing industry. Adel has held various leadership positions at du, starting as a Corporate Events & Sponsorship Manager in 2008 and eventually becoming the Vice President of Corporate Communications & Protocol, responsible for driving the UAE's economic, social, and digital transformation. Adel has also served as Senior Director of Marketing Communications and Senior Director of Commercial Communication at du. Prior to their work at du, they worked as a Senior Marketing Manager at Etisalat, where they contributed to the company's marketing strategy and conducted market and consumer research. Earlier in their career, Adel held marketing roles at evision and Paris Gallery LLC, where they gained experience in project marketing and brand management. Overall, Adel has demonstrated a strong track record of leading successful marketing communications initiatives and driving business growth.

Adel Alrais has a diverse education history. In 2018, they completed an Executive Programs course at Harvard Business School, focusing on Driving Digital Strategies. In 2016, they obtained a TGM (Transforming General Management) certification from INSEAD, specializing in Business Administration and Management. Adel also holds a BA in Business Administration from Transylvania University, which they earned between 2000 and 2003. Additionally, they completed a one-year program in Electrical Engineering at Vanderbilt University in 2000. Adel also possesses various certifications, including a TGM certification from INSEAD Executive Education and International Protocol training from The Protocol School of Washington, obtained in 2016 and 2012 respectively.