Hamid Menouar
Senior R&D Expert – Product Manager, Qatar Mobility Innovations Center, Qatar University

I’ve carved a niche for myself at the intersection of business strategy, innovation, and technology. With a hands-on approach, I seamlessly transition between roles, working closely with business teams to grasp the market’s current and future needs, collaborating with innovation teams to ideate groundbreaking solutions, and guiding technology and development teams to bring those ideas to fruition.

My long experience in leading the development and delivery of smart city technologies and solutions, such as Connected and Automated Vehicles, Smart Parking, AI, IoT, Drones, etc., gave me a unique opportunity to acquire a deep understanding of smart cities, not only from technology aspects, but also, and more importantly, from integration and delivery aspects.

Innovation isn’t just a buzzword for me; it’s a passion that drives me to constantly push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether it’s identifying market gaps, conceptualizing disruptive technologies, or leading teams toward success, I thrive on the challenge of turning ideas into reality and making a tangible impact in the tech landscape.

Finally, I derive immense joy from imparting my knowledge and insights, particularly in mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs of all ages. My commitment to nurturing innovation is showcased through my active participation as a mentor in various entrepreneurship and startup contests.