John Saad is a distinguished leader in the technology sector, boasting over 20 years of extensive experience in commercial and marketing roles. Throughout his career, Saad has held key C-suite positions across Egypt and the GCC, consistently driving commercial growth and success in dynamic corporate environments. Currently serving as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Contact Financial Holding, Saad began his professional journey at one of Egypt’s largest telecom companies, where he advanced through various marketing roles before ascending to prominent C-level roles. He served as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at several leading companies across Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, overseeing critical commercial operations and strategy. Saad also served as CEO of a leading digital entertainment platform and is the Co-Founder and CEO of one of the region’s leading AI-focused companies. Saad holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, with a major in Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) and a minor in Economics, from The American University in Cairo (AUC).