Jury Panel
Ankit Satsangi
Director, BEEAH Group (Young CIO of the Year, Intelligent ICT Awards 2023)
Ankit is a distinguished cybersecurity and intelligence professional with more than a decade of experience in Offensive Security, Intelligence Gathering, Investigations and Incident Response, among other areas. As a recognised expert he has effectively developed sophisticated cyberdefence systems, strategies and policies for nations and organisations. His efforts have safeguarded assets valued at AED 65 billion in his capacity as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in one of his previous professional roles. Moreover, Ankit acts as a trusted advisor to a wide range of international cybersecurity entities.
Hassan Mirreh
Data Centre Director at Blackrack Technologies
Hassan is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in data centre operation design and construction. Throughout his career, he has tackled some of the most challenging data centre projects across the UK, EU, USA and the Middle East, earning a reputation for delivering innovative solutions. Currently, Hassan is at the forefront of innovation within data centre construction and operation, leveraging robotics, rugged AGV, Lidar scanning, AI/VR visualisation tools, Machine Learning, electric drives, customer robotics and aerial drones for surveying, operation and security onsite.
Glyn Yates
Business Development Director, GTM International
Drawing upon a rich background in strategic execution within the multi-billion-dollar technology sector of the UK, Glyn made a strategic move to the Middle East in 2011. In this capacity, he swiftly and effectively aided several tech industry titans in aligning their strategies with the unique demands of Middle East markets across the MEA region. His expertise encompassed distribution strategies and influential leadership with prominent vendors. Presently, Glyn serves as a key driving force at GTM International, a company that is passionately dedicated to delivering comprehensive sales execution services.
Sheeba Hasnain
Chairwomen & CIO at SENTIENTE
Sheeba is an award-winning Technocrat, AI Expert, Business Digital Transformation Specialist, Speaker and an Entrepreneur, driving transformation in Multinational Industries, and Government Sector. With her unwavering commitment to innovation and digital transformation, Sheeba has emerged as a beacon of inspiration for Women in Tech, where she stands out as true trailblazer in the dynamic landscape of technology and business. Moreover, her accolades include being an author for ‘Thankfulness the Art’ and co-author of GreenPMO.
Hassan Mirreh
Data Centre Director at Blackrack Technologies
Hassan is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in data centre operation design and construction. Throughout his career, he has tackled some of the most challenging data centre projects across the UK, EU, USA and the Middle East, earning a reputation for delivering innovative solutions. Currently, Hassan is at the forefront of innovation within data centre construction and operation, leveraging robotics, rugged AGV, Lidar scanning, AI/VR visualisation tools, Machine Learning, electric drives, customer robotics and aerial drones for surveying, operation and security onsite.
Glyn Yates
Business Development Director, GTM International
Drawing upon a rich background in strategic execution within the multi-billion-dollar technology sector of the UK, Glyn made a strategic move to the Middle East in 2011. In this capacity, he swiftly and effectively aided several tech industry titans in aligning their strategies with the unique demands of Middle East markets across the MEA region. His expertise encompassed distribution strategies and influential leadership with prominent vendors. Presently, Glyn serves as a key driving force at GTM International, a company that is passionately dedicated to delivering comprehensive sales execution services.
