Ziad Makhzoumi

Ziad Makhzoumi is a visionary business leader, futurist, and strategist with a track record of transforming companies into market leaders. As the former CFO of Arabtec PJSC, he led the company through a financial crisis, restructured its operations, and positioned it as one of the most successful construction groups in the GCC. Later, as CEO of Fakih IVF Medical Group, he spearheaded its rapid growth, increasing revenues from AED 8 million to AED 253 million in just two years before negotiating its sale for AED 2 billion.

Beyond corporate leadership, Ziad has played a crucial role in financial investigations, including chairing the committee that exposed financial mismanagement at Drake & Scull, resulting in legal convictions and a recovery of AED 150 million. His expertise extends to restructuring family offices, ensuring business continuity and succession planning.

Ziad is a sought-after keynote speaker, regularly sharing insights on business strategy, investment, leadership, and digital transformation. He has been recognized with multiple awards, including Revolutionary CFO of the Year and Middle East CEO of the Year in Healthcare. Media outlets frequently feature him for his market analysis, and he has authored several books, with The New Digital Faith: Are You a Believer? set for release soon.

A graduate of the University of Manchester with degrees in engineering, business, and finance, Ziad is also a member of its Global Leadership Board. Fluent in English and Arabic, he continues to inspire professionals worldwide through his speeches, books, and online content.