The future of international development lies at the intersection of rapid technological change and sustainable economic policy. I operate at the convergence of these two worlds. My expertise connects the immediate demands of humanitarian response with the long-term strategic goals of economic development and regional integration. I help international organizations bridge the gap between technical possibility and policy reality.

With over a decade of experience across the United Nations system, I have transitioned from leading digital response in complex humanitarian emergencies to shaping high-level digital economy frameworks at the regional commission level. My work now focuses on the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UNESCWA) mandates. I align Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation strategies with the Arab Digital Agenda to drive socio-economic resilience and accelerate the Sustainable Development Goals.


AI Governance & Economic Development: I architect governance frameworks that enable nations and institutions to harness AI for economic growth while mitigating risk. Moving beyond theory, I lead the implementation of secure AI systems that support evidence-based policymaking and economic forecasting. My approach ensures that digital innovation directly contributes to national development plans and regional economic integration.

True sustainability requires connecting emergency response with long-term development. I possess deep experience navigating this nexus. I translate the agility required for humanitarian field operations into the robust policy structures needed for development agencies. I foster data interoperability between diverse stakeholders to ensure that digital investments yield lasting economic benefits for the region.

Digital Trust & Cybersecurity Leadership Innovation cannot exist without security. Holding CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials, I integrate security by design into national and organizational technology roadmaps. I provide high-level advisory on cyber resilience to protect critical digital infrastructure and data sovereignty. This ensures that the digital economy is built on a foundation of trust and compliance.

 Digital transformation is fundamentally about people and culture. I act as a translator between technical engineering teams and senior political leadership. I cultivate data-driven cultures that empower decision-makers to utilize advanced analytics for resource allocation and strategic planning.

Shahzad Asghar

Roberto Ferraro

I'm a personal development and technology enthusiast, project leader, coach and visual creator.

I define myself as " the energy that connects with you and multiplies your impact." 

After over 15 years in banking transformation, a failed startup and two wonderful kids, I have realized the importance of relationships and people development for the success of any project, professional and personal. 

I strive to develop relationships and teams, building something valuable in every project. 

I often acted as a liaison between the IT team and the business areas, managed complex projects and cross-functional teams, and interacted with top executives and stakeholders. I was integration director during the biggest M&A deal in the financial system in Spain.

I have always been and still am a very action and goal-oriented person, always in motion, always trying to improve everything.

This is what led me to become a co-active coach and a big believer in changing the ways of work for the better.

I am organized, analytical, decisive, and highly autonomous, and developed the skills to be an effective team leader, internal consultant, and change management champion. I have a deep knowledge of performance management, data analytics, MIS, new technologies, and digital transformation projects.

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In collaboration with the management of the acceleration programs, my role is to collaborate with startups in the growth phase. I support entrepreneurs by sharing with them conversations, knowledge and reflections on business development, finance and sales.

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