Based in Dubai, Zubair Timol brings a sophisticated and global perspective cultivated through an international career spanning multiple markets inclusive of Singapore, Amsterdam, and Cape Town. His diverse background encompasses tech, law, communications, and the realm of luxury. Notably, Zubair played a key role in scaling his current company from startup to unicorn status, culminating in a successful IPO. He has also achieved groundbreaking and award-winning success in taking the sport of chess to a global audience, and has received further accolades for his award-winning work championing Women In Tech on a global scale. His expertise lies in developing strategic, culturally attuned data / AI solutions for organizations ranging from emerging ventures to Fortune 500 companies, fostering high-performance teams and driving impactful change.