Mahmoud Al-Kashef, Co-Founder & Partner, Market Access & Government Affairs

• Bio Summary: A skilled professional with 12+ years of experience in public policy, government affairs, and market access across MEA.
• Expertise: Government Relations, Market Access, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Development.
• Key Achievement: Led the development of policy frameworks for government entities, improving regulatory environments and increasing foreign investment.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

• Mahmoud is a highly skilled public policy and government affairs management professional with over 12 years of experience in market access, strategic communications, public affairs, and business development, with a focus on the African and Middle Eastern regions. He has extensive expertise in public policy, stakeholder engagement, and government relations across various sectors, including political, economic, healthcare, digital economy, and financial inclusion. He holds multiple high-profile posts, both publicly and privately.
• Mahmoud earned a B.A. in Political Science and Public Administration from Cairo University’s Faculty of Economics and Political Science in 2014 and is currently pursuing an M.A. in Political Science from the same institution.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• Government Relations & Public Policy: Developing and implementing strategies to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
• Market Access (MEA): Facilitating entry and expansion in Middle Eastern and African markets.
• Strategic Business Development: Identifying opportunities and developing growth strategies.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Policy Framework Development: Led the development of comprehensive policy frameworks for multiple government entities across the MEA region, resulting in improved regulatory environments and increased foreign investment.
• Cross-Border Market Access: Successfully facilitated market entry for multinational corporations into challenging markets, navigating complex regulatory requirements and establishing key stakeholder relationships.
• Public-Private Partnerships: Structured and implemented multiple public-private partnerships in the healthcare and digital economy sectors, creating sustainable value for all stakeholders.

REGIONAL NETWORKS:

• Government Officials: Established relationships with senior government officials across multiple MEA countries.
• Industry Leaders: Strong connections with C-suite executives in key industries throughout the region.
• Regulatory Bodies: Deep understanding of and relationships with regulatory authorities in target markets.
• Media & Influencers: Network of media contacts and opinion leaders across the MEA region.