Naim Yazbeck

Since his appointment as the Regional Director for Enterprise Gulf in Sep 2016, Naim has
realized the opportunities in Gulf countries (Kuwait/Bahrain/Qatar/UAE/Oman) for Microsoft
through developing a team, skills, culture and eco system that can prepare Microsoft in Gulf for
the growth expected over the next few years across all commercial industries, while delivering
on today’s transformational and growth commitments and opportunities in a consistent
manner.

Prior to this (2011 – 2016), Naim as Microsoft Qatar’s General Manager, overseeing Microsoft
Qatar operations including investment decisions on growth areas for the company, ensured
Microsoft is able to align with the government’s vision around Information and Communication
Technology (ICT), and worked to develop a partner eco-system that increases available skills
and creates new jobs in the industry. Prior to 2011, Naim spent three years at Microsoft as the
Public Sector Director for Gulf, leading this organization and engaging with governments and
education policymakers to help them leverage technology to improve citizen services at large.