When ProgressSoft was founded in 1989, Jordan’s banking system still relied on batch‑processed transactions. Michael Wakileh recognised that emerging demand for instant settlement required a new architectural approach, and he set out to build a home‑grown platform capable of real‑time payments, clearing and settlement across borders.
Walid AlSaleh integrates two decades of commercial expertise in global animal health with a dedicated focus on human-centric leadership development. As the founder of Business Retina, he bridges the gap between technical strategy and the character-driven judgment required for sustainable organisational growth across the Arab world.
Imad Morrar brings over two decades of deep technical expertise to his role as Chief Executive Officer of Jerusalem Insurance in Amman. His leadership is characterised by a disciplined focus on underwriting integrity, reinsurance strategy and the professional development of insurance operations across Jordan’s competitive financial landscape.
As Chairman of Orange Jordan, Raslan Deiranieh leverages decades of financial and operational experience to steer the company through complex digital transitions. His leadership connects long-term infrastructure investment with a commitment to socio-economic progress, reinforcing the organisation's foundational role within Jordan's modern telecommunications landscape.
Hamza Alhajaya is a senior executive and investment strategist with over two decades of experience across the MENA region. As CEO at Kingdom for Energy Investments Company, he specialises in structuring complex public-private partnerships that align national infrastructure objectives with international investment and governance standards.
Prof. Dr. Hamzah Al-Mawali, CPA (Australia), is a Professor of Accounting at The University of Jordan whose professional journey brings together academic scholarship, financial leadership, institutional governance, and international experience.
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