Marcos Muller Habig, Acting CEO of 42 Abu Dhabi, is the visionary leader driving the growth and success of the UAE capital’s innovative and disruptive coding school that offers a unique peer-to-peer, gamified learning methodology. With a wealth of experience in technology and a deep understanding of its transformative power, he is committed to empowering the next generation of digital leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. Prior to joining 42 Abu Dhabi, Marcos held various leadership roles at Mubadala, where he was responsible for managing a portfolio of commercial contracts valued at AED 320M. He was also actively involved in mentoring and coaching younger professionals to help them realize their full potential and reach their career goals. Driven by a commitment to excellence, Marcos has been instrumental in building 42 Abu Dhabi’s strong partnerships and networks with leading companies including Mubadala, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), Department of Government Support, Microsoft and BEACON RED. With Marcos’ leadership and vision, 42 Abu Dhabi continues to expand and attract top talent from all over the world, offering a unique and innovative approach to coding education and preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.