Zakaria El Asri

Zakaria El Asri is a seasoned professional in innovation and event management, currently serving as Chief Innovation Officer at GL events since January 2022. Prior roles at GL events Venues and Live! by GL events include Innovation & Content Director and Director of PCO & Innovative Meeting Solutions, respectively. Zakaria has a strong track record in strategic market identification across various industries, building key networks, coordinating significant industry committees, and creating innovative events and accelerators. With a solid educational background, including a certification from SKEMA Business School and a Master's degree in Management from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Zakaria El Asri brings extensive expertise in business development, particularly in biotechnology, healthcare, and digital technologies.