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Web Release
13-05-2025
- Business
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Bain & Company discusses Future of Investment and Economic Transformation
By Editor_wr On May 13, 2025 Bain & Company participated in 'Converting Change into Opportunity,' an event where Senior Partner, Dr. Houssem Jemili, joined a distinguished panel to explore the GCC's path toward economic transformation and innovation-led growth. The event convened global leaders, economists, and policymakers to examine how the region can navigate global uncertainty through innovation, regulatory modernization, and sustainable development. Dr. Jemili spoke on the panel titled 'Transitioning to a new economic model: the GCC's evolution into a global innovation and growth hub,' alongside Mohamed Bardastani, Chief Economist for CEMEA at Visa; Alexander Perjessy, Senior Credit Officer at Moody's; and Lamya AlFozan, Senior Director of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs at the Public Investment Fund (PIF). Reflecting on the region's evolution, Dr. Jemili emphasized the catalytic role of technology and policy alignment in driving economic diversification. 'We are witnessing a profound transformation in the GCC, where regulatory innovation, visionary leadership, and digital acceleration are converging to create future-ready economies. What sets this region apart today is not just the ambition to diversify, but the speed and scale at which ecosystems are being built,' said Dr. Houssem Jemili, Senior Partner at Bain & Company Middle East. A major focus of the panel was the evolving role of ESG principles in economic planning and capital deployment. Dr. Jemili noted that ESG is no longer a compliance checkbox but a foundational pillar of strategy: 'We're seeing a shift where ESG is increasingly recognized as a driver of long-term competitiveness. Governance, in particular, is becoming central to how capital is allocated and how partnerships are formed, especially in sectors like infrastructure, clean tech, and urban development.' The conversation also highlighted the region's bold move toward generative artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation. Governments across the GCC are actively investing in AI infrastructure, data ecosystems, and public–private partnerships to position themselves as competitive global hubs for emerging technology. 'AI is not just about automation—it is about reimagining public services, building smarter economies, and enabling entirely new industries. The GCC has the opportunity to lead, provided we continue to invest in skills, data ecosystems, and scalable AI applications,' said Dr. Jemili. Panelists explored other key enablers of sustainable growth, including regional regulatory harmonization, sandbox environments for testing innovation, and public–private collaboration in sectors like logistics, fintech, biotech, and clean energy. The discussion acknowledged the importance of investing in talent and academic R&D, particularly in STEM fields, to close the human capital gap and sustain long-term innovation. Bain & Company's participation underscores its commitment to supporting the Middle East's economic transformation through evidence-based consulting, bold leadership alignment, and ecosystem-scale innovation strategies. Bain & Company discusses Future of Investment and Economic Transformation Comments are closed.
Web Release
14-04-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Bain & Company Highlights Global Trade Innovation at TradeTech Forum 2025
By Editor_wr On Apr 14, 2025 Bain & Company joined the TradeTech Forum 2025, where Senior Partner, Houssem Jemili and Partner, Bianca Leodari contributed to high-level panels focused on shaping the future of global trade and logistics. Hosted by the UAE Ministry of Economy, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, and the World Economic Forum, the event brought together global leaders in trade, technology, and investment to explore the transformative potential of TradeTech through high-level sessions, networking opportunities, and thought leadership. Houssem Jemili joined the morning panel session titled 'The Future of Customs and Logistics'. The session brought together experts to explore advancements in customs processes and logistics infrastructure, as well as strategies to drive resilience and efficiency in global trade. 'AI and advanced technologies are fundamentally redefining how global trade operates. From predictive logistics to intelligent customs processing, we are seeing the beginning of a new era—one that demands agility, collaboration, and digital-first strategies. To remain competitive, both governments and businesses must embrace innovation at scale and invest in building interconnected, technology-enabled trade ecosystems' said Houssem Jemili, Senior Partner at Bain & Company Middle East. Bianca Leodari spoke on the afternoon panel 'TradeTech Insights and Outlooks: Shaping the Future of Trade'. The discussion centered on the role of digital infrastructure, inclusive innovation, and evolving policy frameworks in enabling seamless, future-ready global trade ecosystems. 'Our discussion highlighted the critical role of digital infrastructure in enabling more efficient and inclusive global trade. As technological innovation accelerates, it is essential for both public and private sectors to work in tandem to ensure that policy frameworks evolve accordingly—supporting seamless trade flows, greater connectivity, and long-term resilience' said Bianca Leodari, Partner at Bain & Company Middle East. Bain & Company's participation underscores its commitment to shaping the future of trade through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable economic development. Bain & Company Highlights Global Trade Innovation at TradeTech Forum 2025 Prev Post Easter at Ristorante Loren Comments are closed.
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14-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bain & Company highlights Global Trade Innovation at TradeTech Forum 2025
Abu Dhabi. Bain & Company joined the TradeTech Forum 2025, where Senior Partner, Houssem Jemili and Partner, Bianca Leodari contributed to high-level panels focused on shaping the future of global trade and logistics. Hosted by the UAE Ministry of Economy, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, and the World Economic Forum, the event brought together global leaders in trade, technology, and investment to explore the transformative potential of TradeTech through high-level sessions, networking opportunities, and thought leadership. Houssem Jemili joined the morning panel session titled 'The Future of Customs and Logistics'. The session brought together experts to explore advancements in customs processes and logistics infrastructure, as well as strategies to drive resilience and efficiency in global trade. 'AI and advanced technologies are fundamentally redefining how global trade operates. From predictive logistics to intelligent customs processing, we are seeing the beginning of a new era—one that demands agility, collaboration, and digital-first strategies. To remain competitive, both governments and businesses must embrace innovation at scale and invest in building interconnected, technology-enabled trade ecosystems' said Houssem Jemili, Senior Partner at Bain & Company Middle East. Bianca Leodari spoke on the afternoon panel 'TradeTech Insights and Outlooks: Shaping the Future of Trade'. The discussion centered on the role of digital infrastructure, inclusive innovation, and evolving policy frameworks in enabling seamless, future-ready global trade ecosystems. 'Our discussion highlighted the critical role of digital infrastructure in enabling more efficient and inclusive global trade. As technological innovation accelerates, it is essential for both public and private sectors to work in tandem to ensure that policy frameworks evolve accordingly—supporting seamless trade flows, greater connectivity, and long-term resilience' said Bianca Leodari, Partner at Bain & Company Middle East. Bain & Company's participation underscores its commitment to shaping the future of trade through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable economic development. About Bain & Company Bain & Company is a global consultancy that helps the world's most ambitious change makers define the future. Across 65 cities in 40 countries, we work alongside our clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results, outperform the competition, and redefine industries. We complement our tailored, integrated expertise with a vibrant ecosystem of digital innovators to deliver better, faster, and more enduring outcomes. Our 10-year commitment to invest more than $1 billion in pro bono services brings our talent, expertise, and insight to organizations tackling today's urgent challenges in education, racial equity, social justice, economic development, and the environment. We earned a platinum rating from EcoVadis, the leading platform for environmental, social, and ethical performance ratings for global supply chains, putting us in the top 1% of all companies. Since our founding in 1973, we have measured our success by the success of our clients, and we proudly maintain the highest level of client advocacy in the industry.
