Kamel Al-Asmar
Ecosystem builder with 14 years of deep experience in the tech and social entrepreneurship landscape in MENA and adjacent growing markets. Driven by my obsession with data technology, community building, and creating opportunities. Currently working on Community Engagement & Data Management at Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem.
Formerly Director of Community & Data Management between Amman, Beirut, Dubai and Riyadh at Wamda, the leading enabling platform for entrepreneurs in the MENA region; Founder of Nakhwah, the first development & volunteering network for the Arab world; Founder of Ideation Box, which provided leading organizations in MENA with communication solutions focused on impact.
Active involvement in entrepreneurship, volunteerism & social entrepreneurship; working closely with youth to spread a culture of proactive citizenship, critical thinking & social responsibility.
2014
Takreem Young Entrepreneur
2012
Ashoka Fellowship
2014
Forbes 30 under 30 - Social Entrepreneur
2012
King Abdullah II Award for Youth Innovation & Achievement
Professional Experience
2019 - Present
Data & Community - Community & Startup Affairs -
Hub71
A global tech ecosystem located in the heart of Abu Dhabi that brings together key enablers for startups to succeed
2014 - 2019
Director Community & Data Management
Wamda
Wamda accelerates entrepreneurship ecosystems throughout the MENA region
2009 - 2016
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Nakhwah
Arab World's First Development & Volunteerism Network
2009 - 2016
Founder & Communication Strategist
Ideation Box
Helped organizations and companies in establishing and advancing their outreach and communication approaches
2007 - 2009
Full-stack Developer
Akhtaboot
An online career network
