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• He brings a wealth of insights garnered from leading development projects in collaboration with various international donors.
• In navigating the complex landscape of Development and Sustainability Finance, particularly within the MENA Region, Mr. Dedebas emerges as a leader, offering a unique blend of expertise, strategic vision, and a proven track record of successful project leadership.
• She is committed to fostering community engagement and supporting the next generation of sustainability leaders through mentorship.
• She also serves as a Trustee of the National Biodiversity Network Trust, the UK’s largest partnership for nature data.
• Her work spans from grassroots community engagement to top-down collaboration with policymakers and financial institutions, bridging the gaps between sustainability knowledge and green building implementation.
• He is primarily responsible for advising multinational corporations on their trade strategy and adapting to new international sustainability regulations including Carbon Border Adjustment mechanisms.
• George has had a varied career in international trade policy, most recently advising corporate clients but previously has worked for the UK government where he spent six years representing the UK at the WTO and the UN.
• He has also spent time advising developing country governments and working in a trade policy think tank.
• Over the years, Maali has been a driving force in influencing the corporate culture of the region.
• She encourages behavioral changes by building awareness towards Sustainability, corporate governance and corporate responsibility within organizations.
• She is an industry leader in the development of innovative sustainability solutions for private sector and NGO clients.
• Her experience lies in the full spectrum of requirements, starting with the strategic approach to sustainability and extending to working with organizations to fundamentally transform their business and/or value chain to take into account the SDGs; environment, social and governance (ESG) risks ; and integrate best sustainability practices throughout.
• She was recognized as a Corporate Governance Rising Star by Yale School of Management and is certified by the New York and the Jordanian Bar Association.
• Acting as CEO of The Institute for Social Value and a trustee of Social Value International.
• Awarded the OBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours List 2022.
• She has also been a Trustee of educational charities.
• Isabelle's experiences shape her dedication to transformational leadership.
• Her life experiences shape her approach to social impact and public service.
Introduction
IN THE DYNAMIC LANDSCAPE OF BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT AGENDAS, TRUE LEADERSHIP IS
DEFINED NOT JUST BY PROFIT, BUT BY PURPOSE.
THE PIONEERS WHO ARE SHAPING A SUSTAINABLE AND DIGNIFIED FUTURE FOR ALL EGYPTIANS.
THIS IS MORE THAN AN AWARD; IT IS A RECOGNITION OF THE TANGIBLE “ATHAR,” OR IMPACT, YOUR
WORK LEAVES ON SOCIETY AND THE PLANET. WE CELEBRATE THE INNOVATIVE SPIRIT OF COMPA
NIES AND INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE NOT JUST DOING BUSINESS IN EGYPT BUT ARE BUILDING A
BETTER EGYPT.
IT’S TIME TO SHOWCASE YOUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY, HONOR YOUR ROLE IN ACHIEV
ING VISION 2030, AND INSPIRE A COMMUNITY OF LEADERS DEDICATED TO REAL, POSITIVE CHANGE.
JOIN US AND LET YOUR LEGACY OF IMPACT TAKE CENTER STAGE.
Award Categories
Overall Sustainable Impact
•Export and International Expansion
• Sustainable Manufacturing
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Innovation & Creativity
• Entrepreneurship
• Recycling
• Volunteering
Influencers and Developmental Work Figures
Importance
of
the Award
Looking for the next steps is the beginning of reaching the future, so there must be an impetus that accelerates the movement of all development stakeholders and motivates them to reach out.
- FOSTERING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY : encouraging more companies and individuals to engage in community projects..
- PROMOTING SUCCESSFUL
INITIATIVES : highlighting inspiring stories to
motivate others.
- POWERING POSITIVE
CHANGE : Shedding light on figures and
influencers in spreading the culture of sustainability and social responsibility.
- ENHANCING REPUTATION
AND CREDIBILITY : Giving participants and partners an appreciation that emphasizes their developmental standing.
NGOs And Charitable Associations
Those that have effectively contributed to improving the lives of target groups through sustainable projects.
Individuals
Those Who Have Made Exceptional Efforts In The Field Of Civil Work And Sustainable Development.
Companies And Institutions
Those that have implemented initiatives with a tangible impact on society or the environment.
Award Objectives
Encouraging innovation
Inspiring companies and individuals to develop innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.
Promoting civil work
Supporting civil society's role in achieving sustainable development goals.
Fostering Partnerships
Boosting Collaboration between the public and private sectors and civil society organizations.
Recognizing efforts
Honoring outstanding contributions that have made a positive impact.
Strengthening A Robust Development Community
Creating an interactive environment for the most influential companies, organizations and individuals in development work.
Raising awareness
Increasing awareness of the importance of social responsibility.
Award Winners 2025
The National Coordinator of the National Initiative for Smart Green Projects The General Supervisor of Egypt’s Government Excellence Award
Advisor to the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt for Corporate Social Responsibility
Deputy head of Technical Secretariat at the national alliance for civil development work
Corporate Social Responsibility Advisor - Executive Chairman, Financial Regulatory Authority
Director of Sustainable Development and International Cooperation Department at the League of Arab States.
ChairmanEgyptian Food Bank
the Head of the Board of Trustees at MSA University
Managing Director - Attijariwafa bank Egypt
Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé Egypt
General Manager, North Africa, Levant and Iraq - Unilever
Chairman & CEO PepsiCo Egypt
General Manager, Beyti an Almarai subsidiary
Egypt Managing Director L'Oreal
General Manager Microsoft Egypt
Chairman of REDCON Group, and REDCON Properties
Managing Director and CEO Canal Sugar
CEO Lafarge
Head of Marketing & Social Development National Bank of Egypt
Chief Sustainability Officer - CIB Egypt
Group chief sustainability officer & VP El sewedy electric foundation
CEO Misr El-Kheir Foundation
Member of the Board of Trustees of Baheya Foundation
Chairwoman of the Haya Karima Foundation and serves as Vice-Chair of the National Alliance for Civil Development Work
Member of the Board of Trustees - Sonaa El Kheir Foundation
Chairman of the Board of Trustees - YLF - Youth Leaders Foundation
Executive Director of El-Garhy Foundation
Executive Director Of Dar Al Orman
Purpose and Sustainable Business Senior Manager - Vodafone Egypt
Director of Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility- Telecom Egypt
Brands and Communications Director - e&egypt
Head of Communication and CSR - Sanofi Egypt
Head of CSR & Sustainable Development - Banque du Caire
Group Sustainability Director- TAQA Arabia
Managing Director of Innovo
CEO Nahdet Misr
Head of CSR & PR - B-TECH
Head of Corporate Governance, Sustainability &BOD Secretariat -FABMISR
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary - Crédit Agricole Egypt
General Manager of Geocycle Egypt
Head of CSR & Sustainability - United Bank
Head of Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability - talabat
Chief Communications and Customer Excellence Officer - ADCB Egypt
Group Chief Sustainability Director - Qalaa Holdings
Group Director of Marketing, Strategic Communications and CSR - eFinance
CMO - Samsung Engineering Co
CMO - Beko Egypt
QA/QC Manager - Fine Hygienic Holding
CEO TABARK
Country Manager - Finance in Motion
CEO EGYPTIAN CARBON CENTER
CEO D Carbon
Chairman Integral
Country Manager Strategic Gears
CEO and Managing Partner at United Accountants Member of Nexia International
Private Sector Development Program at GIZ Egypt
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Exits
President Egyptian Junior Business Association
Founder Business بالعربي
