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GESS Dubai
10 - 12 November 2026
Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3

Anas Najdawi
Director - Dubai Campus at Abu Dhabi University
Speaker

Profile

Dr. Anas Najdawi is Director of Abu Dhabi University’s Dubai Campus and Associate Professor of Digital Business. He holds a PhD in E-Business/Digital Business from the University of Salento, Italy, and specializes in artificial intelligence readiness, digital transformation, information systems, business analytics, cybersecurity awareness and technology-enabled learning. At ADU Dubai Campus, he works at the intersection of postgraduate education, executive learners, industry partnerships, institutional growth and future skills. He has delivered corporate training and consulting in digital transformation and emerging technologies across the UAE and the wider region, and regularly provides expert commentary on technology, digital economy and social media trends across major Arabic and international media outlets, including Al Arabiya, Al Hadath, Sky News Arabia, BBC Arabic, CNBC Arabia, Bloomberg Asharq, Dubai TV and Abu Dhabi TV. His speaking style combines academic evidence, policy awareness, media clarity and practical institutional examples for leaders and educators.

Agenda Sessions

  • Teaching for Unknown Jobs: Preparing Students for Careers That Don't Yet Exist

    3:55pm