Human Resources & Individual Professional Awards Judging Committee

Kifaya Abu-Thallam, HR Executive Advisor
HR Transformation & Organization Design
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Kifaya Abu-Thallam is a trusted Executive HR Advisor to business leaders and boards of directors in HR Transformation & Organization Design in the United Arab Emirates. With 20+ years of experience in government, semi-government and private sectors, she has served in some of the most significant industries including defense, telecommunications, banking, energy, and infrastructure development.

Kifaya is accredited by many recognized international Human Resources organizations such as the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development in the United Kingdom, a certified member of the Australian Human Resources Institute, CPHR Canada, a Certified Organization Development Professional (USA), and CINS.

Kifaya has focused experience in designing HR models that drive organizational and employee performance through digital transformation, building effective HR strategies, workforce capabilities building programs, human-centric organizational cultures (employees’ happiness, D&I strategies), and Agile performance management systems. Kifaya is also a regular speaker and moderator at HR Summits locally and internationally.

Committee: 

Mahmoud Allam, HR Director
LG, Cario, Egypt
Mahmoud Allam, MBA, is currently the Executive Human Resources Director for Egypt and Tunisia at the leading Electronic Organization worldwide. Mahmoud is a Human Resources Executive with more than 30 years of comprehensive experience in HR. Possess broad knowledge of Human Resources working with multinational companies across Egypt and the Middle East.
 

Arash Ataafarin, CEO and Product Manager          
Rain Hero, Kartal, Istanbul, Turkey
Amad is the Founder and Product Manager of a successful video game studio with branches in Iran and Istanbul. His team game 'Backgammon Origins' boasts over 2 million installations; they secured a $250K grant by winning first place at the 'A-Game' hackathon. He holds a Master's in Artificial Intelligence.

Hamdi Attia, General Counsel           
Hamdi Saudi Law Firm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Qualified Egyptian lawyer with outstanding legal qualifications. Adept at delivering strategic advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters. Proven track record of successfully navigating intricate legal challenges while ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations. Skilled in contract drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution. Fluent in Arabic and English, enhancing communication within multicultural environments.
 

Feride Duzduran Gunduz, CHRO   
Sodexo Turkey, Istanbul, Marmara, Turkey
Feride has served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Sodexo Turkiye since 2020, boasting over 20 years of HR expertise in technology, finance, and communications. She leads initiatives in digitalization, employee experience, employer branding, and cultural transformation. A graduate of Marmara University's Communication Department, she completed the IMD Business School. 

Magdy El Helbawi, Group HR Director
Lokma Group, Cairo, Egypt
With more than 40 years of experience in the HR management field, in the banking sector, and in multinational organizations, Magdi is currently working as an HR consultant and international trainer.
 

Rana Kilani, Founder & CEO
Alrana Consulting & Training, Amman, Jordan
Rana is a distinguished Human Skills & Mindset Transformation Coach and HR consultant with over three decades of expertise. He has been recognized with the HR Leadership Award from the World HRD Congress and named HR Service Provider of the Year by Corporate LiveWire. Specializing in driving transformative change and boosting employee engagement.
 

Mayada Maged, Managing Partner  
Staff Arabia - Global HRO, Cairo, Egypt
Mayada Maged, Managing Partner, Staff Arabia, and Global HR Outsourcing Services. She has 20 years of HR professional experience in various sectors. She holds a PGD from Eslsca Paris University in Global Management and a HR Diploma from AUC and she is currently obtaining her MBA Degree in Global Management.

Razaullah Siddiqui, CEO and ED    
Arabian Healthcare Group LLC, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Dr. Raza Siddiqui, a visionary healthcare stalwart and business leader,  demonstrates passion, innovation, and leadership in his four-decade career. Heading Arabian Healthcare Group and serving as Executive Director of RAK Hospital, he has driven high-profile projects, established profitable ventures, and promoted and positioned RAK Hospital as a preferred medical destination.
 

Raed Suradi, Acting GM of HR       
Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Raed Suradi has been acting general manager for HR and payroll since 2022. He has more than 15 years of diversified experience in human resources management in the Middle East and internationally. A graduate of California State Polytechnic University in Human Resources Management.

Cleopetra Yousef, HR & OD Expert
Freelance Consultant, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Cleopetra is a top-performing and result-focused HR and organization development professional. She has more than 20 years of experience in different industries across the MENA region, including telecommunication, retail, FMCG, manufacturing, pharma, banking, and government and semi-government. A true business partner as a full-time employee and as a senior expert.
 

Eman Zeid, Professor
Misr International University, El Rehab City, Cairo, Egypt
Dr. Eman Zeid, Professor at MIU, Egypt, boasts 30+ years of corporate leadership across the oil, pharmaceutical, and construction sectors. A seasoned academic for undergraduates and postgraduates, her expertise extends to consultation and training, offering a comprehensive blend of practical and theoretical knowledge to shape future business leaders.