Cloudera Appoints New Country Manager For Qatar
Charbel Khalil Has 15 Years’ Regional Experience
Cloudera, the data company for trusted enterprise AI headquartered in California, has appointed Charbel Khalil as the company’s new country manager for Qatar.
Khalil, also Cloudera’s country manager for Oman, leads strategic initiatives and drives growth in Qatar and Oman, leveraging Cloudera’s cutting-edge technologies and solutions to empower organisations in their digital transformation journeys.
This role involves a blend of strategic leadership, including strategic planning, business development, forging strategic partnerships, implementing effective go-to-market strategies and operational management, providing leadership and support, and conducting market intelligence.
Cloudera’s decision to appoint Khalil for its Qatari operations aligns with Qatar’s Digital Transformation Vision 2030, which aims to propel the nation towards innovative city development, state-of-the-art e-governance systems, cybersecurity fortification, and cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and the metaverse.
Before joining Cloudera, Khalil had stints in the UAE and Qatar with IBM, Palantir Technologies, SAS, Dell, Netways,
Regional Expertise
Khalil’s contributions in the GCC region have spanned diverse sectors, including government entities, finance, energy, healthcare, and more, and have been instrumental in aiding large organisations on their digitalisation journeys.
His profound understanding of GCC market dynamics and expertise in data management, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence positions him as an exemplary leader to drive Cloudera’s strategic initiatives in Qatar.
Qatar, renowned for its hydrocarbon-based economy and commitment to digital advancements, presents a strategic opportunity for Cloudera to expand its influence in the tiny Gulf state.
With substantial investments in digitisation across critical sectors such as government, energy, and education, Qatar is poised for significant progress before 2030.
Ahmad Shakora, Group Vice President of Emerging Markets at Cloudera, stated: “We are thrilled to welcome Charbel Khalil to the Cloudera team.”
Khalil added: “I am honoured to join Cloudera. This is a pivotal moment for the company in driving transformative change. I am committed to leveraging Cloudera’s unparalleled expertise to empower organisations to navigate and thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape.”
From its US HQ, Cloudera extends its robust solutions to the Middle East, driving digital transformation and insights across industries.
With its comprehensive platform, Cloudera empowers organisations to harness the power of big data, machine learning, and analytics.
In the Middle East, where data-driven decision-making is increasingly vital, Cloudera provides scalable, secure, and agile solutions tailored to local needs.
Cloudera’s presence in the region fosters innovation and competitiveness, from optimising energy resources to enhancing healthcare outcomes. Through strategic partnerships and localised support, Cloudera helps organisations unlock the full potential of their data and drive growth.
Featured image: Cloudera provides scalable, secure, and agile solutions tailored to local needs. Company audio-video branding at EVOLVE 2023 in New York City. Credit: Arnold Pinto
