Speakers of the 12th Edition

Dr. Amr Kandil is Head of Business Development for International Operations at Schneider Electric, where he helps shape growth strategies across diverse and fast-evolving international markets. Operating at the intersection of strategy, technology and sustainability, he focuses on translating major shifts in energy, infrastructure and customer needs into practical pathways for growth and measurable impact.

His experience spans the energy transition, electrification, digitalization, smart cities, and intelligent infrastructure. He works across markets and business ecosystems to connect long-term strategic ambition with execution, developing differentiated growth propositions and advancing strategic partnerships that accelerate the adoption of clean technologies, sustainable practices and innovative business models.

Dr. Kandil is also actively engaged in startup and innovation ecosystems, exploring how collaboration with emerging technology companies can unlock new capabilities, strengthen market access, and accelerate innovation. An international speaker and panelist on energy management, sustainability, IoT and smart cities, he has also served as a mentor and judge for startup and student innovation initiatives. His areas of interest include artificial intelligence, industrial digitalization, energy intelligence, electric mobility, and advanced infrastructure solutions.

Combining technical insight with commercial and strategic acumen, Dr. Kandil brings a global perspective to how businesses, cities and infrastructure stakeholders can navigate disruption and build a future that is more sustainable, resilient, intelligent and competitive.