Ahmed El Gamal

Ahmed El Gamal began his career as an architect before discovering his passion for creative problem-solving and innovation, leading him into the dynamic world of marketing and communications. With over 17 years of experience, he has worked with some of the world's most recognizable brands across FMCG, tourism, luxury, hospitality, real estate, and financial services, gaining a global, multi-industry perspective through his tenures at Jumeirah, MetLife, Emaar, BBDO, and Proximity. As Executive Director of Marketing & Communications at Modon in Abu Dhabi, Ahmed leads global marketing, driving integrated strategy, performance marketing, commercial success, and industry innovation in a fast growing industry. His entrepreneurial mindset is evident in his role as a partner at Mr. Regimen, an e-commerce startup specializing in men's grooming, and as the author of The Modern Marketer, a marketing newsletter. An Executive MBA graduate from IE Business School, he was recognized on the Dean's List and inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. Passionate about mentorship and talent development, Ahmed also serves as Alumni President & Board Chair of IE University UAE, championing collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and industry growth.