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Omar Christidis

MENA Innovation and Investment Expert; CEO & Founder at Arabnet
  • Pioneering Digital Innovation in the Middle East: A first mover in the Middle East’s tech sector, shaping conversations on innovation and emerging business models.
  • Founder of Arabnet and Industry Leader: Led 30+ tech conferences, published original research, and supported 650+ startups, bridging global and regional markets.
  • Recognized Thought Leader and Moderator: Frequent speaker and moderator, featured in Forbes, CNN, CNBC Arabia, and Sky News Arabia.
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"OMD has collaborated with Omar on several projects, including research and events, and these have demonstrated his sharp understanding of the digital marketing industry. He was a natural choice for the role of host and panel moderator at our annual OMD Predicts conference in Dubai in 2017. He proved us right with his obvious talent for the stage and grasp of the themes discussed in our panels. His lively and engaging style proved a hit with the audience and speakers. "

Eli Kouri, 
Chairman, 
Omnicom Media Group (MENA)

"Having been interviewed by Omar on several occasions, I can say that his eloquence, the depth of his knowledge, and his ability to lead and engage in a conversation have always been exceptional. His deep-rooted relationships within the ecosystem are a great boon for any partner as well."

Faraz Khalid, 
CEO, 
Noon

"Omar's input and services are extremely helpful and often invaluable to us. Beyond the industry and policy scams his team provided under his guidance, he has personally supported us in structuring roundtables and framing insights and content for industry reports and white papers that helped us engage our market stakeholders in a relevant way while asserting our position as thought leaders in our field."

J.K Khalil, 
SVP, Regional GM - MENA East Cluster, 
Mastercard

"Omar is a gifted speaker. He commands a wealth of knowledge and foresight on the retail industry; his positive energy on stage is contagious and audiences hang on to his every word. Highly recommended!"

Rabih El Khodr, 
Talent Development Lead, 
Azadea

"Omar has a gift for the stage. His presence is dynamic and engaging to the audience; his input is characteristically rich with original data and unique perspective on tech investment trends in the MENA region. He also channels an infectious, positive and upbeat energy onto the attendees, turning them into participants in a lively debate."

Walid Hanna, 
Founder and CEO, 
Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP)

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Omar Christidis's 2025 biography

Omar Christidis: Digital Pioneer, Entrepreneur and Thought Leader in MENA Tech Innovation

Omar Christidis was a first mover and early evangelist in the Middle East digital sector, and has a decade-long track record in driving the conversation around tech and innovation in the region.

Over 12 years, his company, Arabnet, has organized over 30 tech conferences, featuring more than 2,000 global experts, and has issued over a dozen original research reports. Omar is an Advisory Board member of the Strategic Foresights Program at the Middle East Institute (Washington DC), a Faculty Member and Moderator at the Aspen Institute, UK, a Board Member of the Lebanese Exhibitions & Conferences Association (LECA), and a Founding Board Member of the Yale Arab Alumni Association.

Omar possesses expert knowledge in digital disruption, emerging business models, and corporate innovation strategies. His cross-sectoral expertise and industry insight enables him to play an effective role in spotting future trends, identifying gaps in the market, and future-proofing businesses.

Omar has participated in conferences and forums around the globe, including, but not limited to, Smart Cities in New York, Misk Global Forum (KSA), Future Investment Initiative (KSA), Global Entrepreneurship Summit. As a moderator, he regularly interviews global leaders such as Sir Martin Sorrel and Gary Vaynerchuk.

Furthermore, he’s been featured in world renowned publications and cable news channels including Forbes, CNN, CNBC Arabia, and Sky News Arabia to name a few.

Omar is also uniquely positioned as an ideal gateway for global players into the regional market. Through Arabnet, he has supported over 650 startups; he is also Partner and Board Member at Flat6Labs Beirut, a $20 million accelerator and early stage fund with 33 investments in Lebanese startups.

Memberships

  • Advisory Board Member, Strategic Foresights Program, Middle East Institute, WA, D.C.
  • Board Member, Flat6Labs Beirut
  • Faculty Member and Moderator, Aspen Institute, UK
  • Advisory Board Member, “Comin” Insurtech Startup
  • Board of Trustee Member, American Community School (ACS) Beirut
  • Board member, Lebanese Exhibitions & Conferences Association (LECA)
  • Partner at Tech Stack Authority (UK)

Awards & Honors

  • Global Finance Magazine, Top Innovator for the Middle East in 2018
  • World Economic Forum, Top 100 Arab World Startup in 2017
  • Endeavor, High-impact Entrepreneur
  • Gulfnews Magazine, “30 under 30″ List in 2012
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Omar Christidis's 2025 talks & topics

Digital transformation and digitization

Tech, investment and startups

Future of advertising and media

Corporate strategies for innovation

4th Industrial revolution

Banking and finance