Hani Nofal Appointed as Regional Head at NTT DATA MEA
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NTT DATA has announced the appointment of Hani Nofal as Regional Head for Technology Solutions, Middle East and Africa (MEA). The appointment will take effect on May 1, 2025.
In this role, Nofal will focus on growing NTT DATA's technology business across the MEA region. He will work with local teams to shape and implement a regional strategy aligned with the company's global direction.
According to Alan Turnley-Jones, CEO of NTT DATA MEA, 'Hani brings strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and experience in driving business transformation. We are pleased to welcome him to the team.'
Hani Nofal has over 27 years of experience in the information technology industry. Before joining NTT DATA, he led the launch of Advance Solutions Corp. in EMEA. He also held senior roles at Gulf Business Machines (GBM), including General Manager – Head of Technology, and served on the board of Coordinates ME.
Earlier in his career, Nofal worked at Cisco Systems, 3Com, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Compaq.
Commenting on his new role, Hani Nofal said the MEA region is leading in AI investment and digital innovation. He believes this is the right time for NTT DATA to deliver strong results through technology and AI.
Nofal is known for his leadership style focused on performance, respect, and accountability. He has received several industry awards, including Technology Innovation Leader of the Year.
He holds a degree in Electrical and Communication Engineering from the University of Jordan. He also completed Leadership and Sustainability studies at MIT.
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