**Osama Shawky: Technology Entrepreneur and Hospitality Innovator**
With over 23 years of experience in digital, telecom, user experience, and technology, Osama Shawky is a dynamic leader and 3x exited founder. He is the CEO and Founder of **estaie**, a groundbreaking hospitality ecosystem addressing the evolving accommodation needs of consumers and corporations.
Osama's career is defined by strategic vision, innovation, and a proven ability to build and scale successful businesses. His ventures have consistently leveraged cutting-edge technology to disrupt traditional models and create exceptional customer experiences.
**Career Highlights:**
* **estaie:** Leading the charge to revolutionize the extended-stay accommodation market with AI-powered solutions for better rates, flexibility, and convenience.
* **Thirty Sleeps:** Developed a digital platform that solved key challenges for hotels and alternative accommodation providers, driving growth and profitability.
* **Sierra Healthcare & Exact Diets:** Co-founded and led the first fully automated supply chain eCommerce platform in the MENA region, specializing in health and medical nutrition.
* **Concentrix Catalyst:** As Regional Business Development Director, significantly expanded market share and executed large-scale digital transformation projects.
* **Orange Business Services:** Exceeded sales goals and secured major deals, including one of the largest smart city projects in the Middle East.
**Mentorship and Advisory:**
Osama is passionate about fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs. He actively contributes his expertise through mentorship and advisory roles with organizations such as Misk Foundation, Crunch/RIYADH, in5 Dubai, and others.
**Vision and Commitment:**
Osama believes in the power of technology and strategic alignment to drive sustainable growth and positive societal impact. He is committed to building resilient ecosystems, empowering individuals, and shaping the future of business.
