Hijazi Natsheh
Helping enterprise leaders in MENA implement AI that actually works, not AI theater.
Founder & CEO, Kawkab AI
I advise organizations across Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Oman on moving from AI ambition to secure, production-ready systems that solve real business problems. My focus is enterprise AI strategy, LLM enablement, and operationalizing AI where privacy, governance, and reliability matter.
What I Do
I work with leadership teams to move beyond pilots into real AI operations:
Business-driven use-case prioritization
Secure AI and LLM architecture design
Execution frameworks that deliver measurable value
Why I Do This
Too many organizations chase tools instead of outcomes. The gap between AI hype and AI results is growing. I focus on implementations that are secure, scalable, and aligned with core business processes — not demos.
Beyond Advisory
Podcast Host
Kawkab AI Podcast — interviewing C-suite leaders on real AI transformation
TEDx Speaker
Speaking on future skills, AI, and workforce readiness
Author
AI That Works: A MENA Leader's Guide (June 2026)
Who I Work With
Enterprise leaders navigating AI transformation
Organizations serious about competitive advantage through AI
Teams ready to move from pilot projects to production systems
Professional Experience
Founder & CEO
Kawkab AI
Leading enterprise AI implementations across MENA, helping organizations move from AI ambition to secure, production-grade systems.
- •Advising executive teams on enterprise AI and LLM adoption
- •Designing secure, scalable AI architectures for real-world deployment
- •Leading pilot-to-production execution programs
- •Acting as an implementation partner for enterprise AI platforms in the region
Startup Accelerator Manager
Leaders International
Led and supported early-stage technology startups through acceleration programs focused on product-market fit, growth strategy, and investor readiness. Worked closely with founders on go-to-market strategy, partnerships, and scaling operations across European markets.
Marketing Director
Ooredoo Palestine
Led marketing strategy and execution within a large telecommunications organization, including leadership of the 3G launch and market rollout. Managed brand, growth initiatives, and customer engagement in a highly competitive environment.
General Manager
Cleartrip.com
Held P&L and operational responsibility for Cleartrip's Middle East business, leading market expansion, partnerships, and commercial strategy. Focused on scaling a high-volume digital platform.
Business Development Manager
Enterprise Ireland
Worked with Irish enterprise leadership teams on Middle East market entry and expansion, supporting commercial strategy, partnerships, and government-led trade initiatives.
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