Syed Furqan Ahmed — CEO
Being a passionate educationist currently serving as the EdTech Director for the Middle East region at Shaheen Group of Institutions, one of India's most successful chains of schools. This role perfectly aligns with my extensive background and deep-seated passion for education technology, enabling me to elevate our initiatives and drive transformative change within the educational landscape. In addition to my primary role, I am also leading IT development and AI initiatives across KSA on a part-time basis, with my employer's consent. This dual focus allows me to integrate cutting-edge technologies into educational frameworks while fostering innovation in various sectors. With over 14 years of IT experience in Development, management and AI, I have honed my skills as an accomplished director, specializing in leading transformative digital initiatives. My recent completion of a rigorous 5-month Postgraduate Program for AI Leaders has equipped me with the latest AI strategies and leadership capabilities, enhancing my ability to oversee advanced AI projects and drive innovation at scale. My approach is grounded in Agile methodologies, utilizing Scrum principles to facilitate rapid prototyping and iterative development. This ensures that our projects align with AI ethical standards and industry best practices. Possessing a comprehensive skill set that encompasses AI project planning, algorithm bias mitigation, and data governance, I excel in integrating AI with existing technological frameworks. My commitment to fostering stakeholder engagement through effective communication allows me to translate technical details into strategic insights crucial for executive decision-making. Beyond my project management capabilities, I am also the founder of educationist.ai, an AI-powered platform dedicated to revolutionizing career coaching. This initiative highlights my commitment to utilizing AI for social good, providing personalized guidance and support to individuals navigating their career paths. I am eager to connect with forward-thinking individuals and organizations to leverage artificial intelligence for technological advancement and exceptional business outcomes. Together, let's explore how my expertise in AI leadership and project management can help your organization thrive in this era of digital transformation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused EdTech leader with strong AI integration capabilities.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Experience: 8 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Project Management
- Ai Integration
- Team Leadership
- Software Development
Career Highlights
- 14 years of IT experience in Development and AI.
- Founder of an AI-powered career coaching platform.
- Expert in integrating AI with educational frameworks.
Work Experience
InnovWayz Technologies Co
Information Technology Strategist (1 yr)
Shaheen Group of Institutions
EdTech Director Middle East (1 yr 3 mos)
Educationist.ai
Founder Director (2 yrs 11 mos)
LAS Edventures
Founder (3 yrs)
UXBERT Labs
Senior Project Manager (3 yrs 4 mos)
Saudi Systems Corporation
Information Technology Team Lead (2 yrs 2 mos)
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development - KSA
Development Team Lead (4 yrs 2 mos)
Saudi Systems Cor.
Senior Software Engineer (1 yr 9 mos)
Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs
Web Software Developer (4 mos)
Synergy Computer Solutions
Junior Software Developer (1 yr 7 mos)
Education
Post Graduate Program in AI for Leaders at Texas McCombs School of Business
B-Tech at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Full Stack Web Development Certification at Free Code Camp