Ghobash Group has appointed Marc Veelenturf as Managing Director of CNS Middle East, alongside the Group’s broader technology cluster, reinforcing its focus on commercial growth and continued investment in digital technology and artificial intelligence.
The appointment aligns with Ghobash Group’s strategy to expand and strengthen its technology portfolio, with an emphasis on secure digital innovation, data and AI, and advanced cybersecurity. In his new role, Marc will lead CNS Middle East and oversee the Group’s technology businesses across the region, focusing on helping customers achieve measurable business outcomes through application transformation, data and AI, and cybersecurity solutions.
Marc brings more than 25 years of global experience in technology and digital transformation, including nearly two decades in the Middle East. He joins Ghobash Group from Atos, where he served as CEO for the Middle East & Türkiye and Chief Growth Officer for International Markets. During his tenure, he led growth initiatives, built strategic partnerships and delivered technology solutions across multiple markets.
Over the course of his career, Marc has held senior leadership positions at Nokia, Ericsson, Amdocs, BT, PwC, Mitel and Philips, with experience spanning software, hardware and services. He has led large-scale transformation programmes and managed operations across international markets.
Commenting on the appointment, Rashid Ghobash, Managing Director of Ghobash Group, said: “Marc joins the Group at a pivotal point in our ambition to position the technology cluster as a regional industry leader. As a Group, our focus is on putting the strongest capabilities in front of our customers and earning their trust in how we deliver. Marc’s experience running complex technology organisations, and his commitment to customer success, will be central to this next chapter.”
Marc Veelenturf said: “It is a privilege to lead the Group’s technology cluster as Managing Director. The Group’s technology companies have robust capabilities, enduring customer relationships, and a talented team of experts. My focus will be on strengthening our partnerships and keeping our customers’ success at the heart of what we do, while fostering a dynamic and rewarding workplace for our people.”
