Emirates Investment Authority
Rafael Gomez Bertrand currently serves as an Investment Director at Emirates Investment Authority, where Rafael leads the telecom asset portfolio of the authority. Previously, Rafael held positions such as Strategy and Transformation Director at Ooredoo Oman, Group GM Strategy Management at Saudi Telecom Company, and Strategic Planning Director at Telefonica Internacional. Rafael holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and various postgraduate diplomas and certificates in leadership, digital business, blockchain, AI, and investments.
Emirates Investment Authority
Emirates Investment Authority (EIA) is the only Sovereign Wealth Fund of the Federal Government of the United Arab Emirates. Established in 2007, the EIA has actively sought unique investment opportunities locally, regionally and internationally, focusing on investing in asset classes that will help strengthen and diversify the UAE economy. Its primary directive is to manage the sovereign wealth of the UAE by investing in a diversified portfolio of assets in key economic sectors and industries with the aim of delivering sustained financial gains for the UAE.