Mr. Faraj Abdulla

Faraj Abdulla, Director of Digital Economy within the Digital Affairs Department at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. Abdulla has played a crucial role in the implementation of the Qatar Research Development and Innovation (QRDI) 2030 strategy, contributing significantly to the development of Qatar’s innovative ecosystem. During his time working with global giants, Shell and Ooredoo, Abdulla was a pivotal member of the Innovation & Digitalization Committees, spearheading digital transformation initiatives that have left a permanent mark on the industry.       Through his visionary leadership in designing and implementing digital innovation programs for large state entities, Abdulla has been instrumental in enhancing Qatar's digital infrastructure. His efforts to foster a collaborative business environment has contributed to nurturing the corporate innovation culture/community, further cementing Qatar's reputation as a unique technology pilot hub. Abdulla has a deep understanding of the private sector, startups, SMEs and corporates, both locally and internationally, which provides him with meaningful examples of where businesses require support from the government to have a thriving digital eco-system.       Abdulla holds a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from University of Bradford and EMBA from Quantic School of Business & Technology.