OUR TEAM

Founder & CEO Message

"At Global Brands Group, we believe that real growth starts with people. Talent, when given the right environment, guidance, and opportunity, has the power to transform organizations and economies. GBG Academy was created from this belief. The Academy exists to close the gap between education and the realities of today’s workplace. Knowledge alone is no longer enough. What truly matters is the ability to apply skills, think critically, and perform with confidence in real-world environments. GBG Academy was designed to develop professionals who are ready—not just qualified. Through hands-on, industry-driven programs in high-impact fields such as technology, HR, finance, and legal services, the Academy equips individuals with the capabilities needed to succeed and grow. This is not a short-term initiative; it is a long-term investment in talent, in capability, and in the future of Egypt’s workforce. I am proud of what GBG Academy represents and of the role it continues to play in shaping professionals who will lead, innovate, and create lasting impact."

Hisham Said

Founder & CEO, Global Brands Group

Our Team

Experts, Innovators & Mentors Driving Your Growth

A team that blends industry expertise with a passion for education—here to help you learn, grow, and lead with confidence at every step of your journey.

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Karim Mostafa

General Manager

Karim Mostafa is a Senior Academy Manager and technology leader with 15+ years of experience in enterprise IT and workforce development. He specializes in building business-aligned learning organizations that support digital transformation and long-term talent development. PMP- and Agile-certified, he combines structured governance with adaptive execution to deliver outcome-driven programs. With strong expertise in infrastructure, security, identity, and cloud technologies, he designs practical competency frameworks and works with senior leadership to translate technical needs into clear, actionable learning strategies.

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Zeina Metwally

Partnerships & Skilling Advisor

Zeina drives digital transformation and skilling at scale, shaping programs that reach millions of learners and open pathways to growth. With extensive experience in program management and partnerships, she specializes in turning ambitious strategies into real-world impact. Her focus on growth mindset and change enablement empowers individuals and organizations to embrace innovation and thrive in the digital era.

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Mohamed Abdelmohsen

Training Officer

Mohamed is an experienced Training Officer at GBG Academy with a strong background in curriculum design, training program development, and the use of online teaching platforms like Zoom and Google Classroom. Proficient in leveraging language learning tools such as Rosetta Stone and Duolingo, he creates engaging content and fosters effective learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs.

Instructors

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Hossam Moustafa

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Hossam Moustafa Kamal, Senior Infrastructure Engineer at GBG Academy, brings over five years of experience in Microsoft technologies and hybrid cloud solutions. As an instructor, he leverages his technical expertise and industry certifications to develop comprehensive training programs, mentor aspiring professionals, and design practical lab environments that enhance learning and skill development

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Muhammed Abozied

Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

Muhammed Elnabawy Abozied is a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer at GBG Academy, where he leverages his expertise in cloud computing and infrastructure to empower aspiring professionals. With a strong foundation in AWS and multi-cloud architectures, he is dedicated to delivering comprehensive training sessions, simplifying complex concepts, and guiding students to excel in the evolving cloud technology landscape.

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Mohamed ElSayed

Senior Security Engineer

Mohamed ElSayed, a Senior Security Engineer at GBG Academy, is an experienced professional in cybersecurity and cloud technologies. As an instructor, he shares his deep technical knowledge through workshops, training sessions, and knowledge transfer initiatives. His commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing security practices has significantly impacted the academy’s learning environment.

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Mohamed Omar

Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

Mohamed Omar is a Senior Multi-Cloud Engineer at GBG Academy with extensive expertise in cloud platforms and a solid technical background. As an instructor, he has successfully guided and graduated multiple cohorts of learners, helping them master cloud technologies and gain practical skills to thrive in the field. He leverages his AWS and multi-cloud experience to deliver valuable insights, fostering a deep understanding of essential concepts. Passionate about teaching, sharing knowledge, and supporting others, Mohamed is committed to empowering learners in their technical and professional growth.

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Omar Sameh

Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

Omar brings extensive expertise in Microsoft Azure, specializing in cloud security, networking, and migration strategies. As an instructor at GBG Academy, he has successfully trained multiple batches of professionals, sharing practical knowledge on identity management, governance, monitoring, and end-to-end cloud solutions to empower future cloud specialists.

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Mustafa Gamal

Senior Data and AI Engineer

Mustafa Gamal, Senior Data and AI Engineer at GBG Academy, is a dedicated instructor with deep expertise in cloud platforms, data engineering, and analytics. Leveraging his experience in designing scalable architectures and creating actionable insights, he equips learners with practical skills in tools like AWS, Azure, Python, and Power BI. His passion lies in guiding professionals to harness data-driven technologies for impactful decision-making.

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Khaled Seleem

Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

Khaled Seleem is a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer at GBG Academy with extensive experience in designing, building, and operating cloud environments on Amazon Web Services (AWS). He specializes in architecting resilient cloud infrastructures, implementing secure networking solutions, and automating cloud operations for mission-critical workloads. He focuses on applying AWS best practices to real-world scenarios, enabling engineers and teams to build highly available, efficient, and well-architected cloud systems.

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Mahmoud Mekkawy

Azure Cloud Instructor

Mahmoud Mekkawy is an Azure Cloud Instructor at GBG Academy, with a strong passion for learning and sharing cloud technologies, as well as making complex technical topics easy to understand. He simplifies advanced concepts and brings over three years of hands-on experience in large-scale Azure projects

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Fady Amr

Data Engineer

Fady Amr is a Data Engineer with strong expertise in *data warehousing, dimensional modeling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and cloud analytics* using the *Microsoft data platform. He specializes in building scalable, well-structured data models and high-performance semantic layers that turn raw data into reliable business insights, with a strong focus on **Microsoft Fabric, SQL, and Power BI*. He has hands-on experience designing *end-to-end data architectures, optimizing data pipelines, and applying best practices in **data modeling, performance tuning, and analytics scalability*. His work emphasizes clean architecture, maintainable solutions, and delivering analytics that align closely with real business needs.

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Abdelrahman Sameh

backend software engineer

Experienced backend software engineer and instructor specializing in .NET technologies, databases, and web development. With years of hands-on industry experience, Abdelrahman brings deep technical expertise in building scalable enterprise applications, dedicated to delivering clear, structured learning experiences that emphasize strong fundamentals, clean architecture, and practical, industry-relevant skills.