mahmoud el khoja

Mahmoud El Khoja, an active member of Young Arab Leaders, co-founded and is currently leading several new companies such as VRAI Medical, a US-based medtech innovation shop; BioBox, an online healthy-only groceries platform; MyHealthyOffice, a pantry management and office wellness outfit both in the UAE; Frost, a quality frozen food retail chain in Egypt, and ELK Phoenicia Group, a family partnership with diverse interests. He is also the volunteer CFO and Strategy Lead of Cura, an international medical NGO based in Oklahoma. His previous 15 years were spent in eight countries and various regional leadership roles with multinationals like Schneider Electric, L’Oréal and Bain & Company. His functional experience spans marketing, strategy and digital transformation. Mahmoud holds an MBA from INSEAD and a B.A. in Economics from the American University of Beirut. He currently resides in Dubai with his family.

Structured, analytical and dedicated business leader with a proven track record in different industries as well as in management & transformation roles. Critical thinker, fast learner, problem solver & data driven with a strong capacity to adapt to and deliver in uncertain situations. Strong multi-cultural background, with origins and living experiences spanning 10 countries in Europe, the Middle East & South America. Fluent in French, Arabic & English. Building, coaching & developing a great team (40+). A strong ability to simplify complex topics to a wider audience gained through several public speaking opportunities, pitching to & developing the business with high level customers and higher management on-boarding sessions. Keen receiver & giver of constructive feedback and never afraid to shake the status quo.