About

Osama Sorour is Group Chief Executive Officer of Giza Systems.

He leads his team towards constant successes, addressing the unique management and business challenges faced in this fast-paced market to accelerate diversification, growth and profitability.

Osama joined Giza Systems in 1995 as a Process Control Group Manager then got promoted to Instrumentation Department Manager. He then became the Industrial Applications Unit General Manager and then Vice President Marketing and Strategic Planning. In 2012, Osama became Chief Strategy Officer and ever since has been overseeing Giza Systems various companies to usher in new technologies for the emerging future landscape.

In 2022, Osama assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer.

Osama holds a B.Sc. in Engineering from Cairo University, class of 1988, and Masters in Business Administration from the Arab Academy, class of 2005.

Prior to Giza Systems, Osama worked as a System Engineer at Arab Consulting Engineers from 1988 through 1990. He then moved to Gupco as an Automation Engineer in 1990 through 1992. In 1993, Osama worked at Foxboro as a DCS Presales Engineer, until 1995.

Osama holds memberships at TeleManagement Forum and the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt, AmCham. He is also active in volunteer work and participated in programs including Injaz, Osama Sorour which involves mentoring and inspiring youth

Ashraf Attia is Group Chief Commercial Officer at Giza Systems.

Since joining Giza Systems in 1992 as a Senior Software Specialist, Ashraf has held a number of positions. He advanced in his career to become Business Support Group Manager in 2003, then Saudi Arabia Country Manager in 2008. Ashraf became Chief Commercial Officer at Giza Systems in 2017.

With his team, Ashraf has been able to penetrate various markets, establish three offices in the Kingdom, and multiply the sales of Giza Arabia.

Prior to Giza Systems, Ashraf worked as a Systems Engineer at Arab British Dynamics during 1984. In 1985, he joined the Ministry of Defense and Aviation in KSA as Head of IT and Communications.

Ashraf holds a B.Sc. in Electronics and Communications Engineering from Ain Shams University. He earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in 2007 from the Arab Academy for Science and Maritime Transport.

Mohamed ElHagracy joined Giza Systems as Chief Operating Officer, bringing over two decades of experience in IT, digital transformation, and business strategy. Known for his ability to drive operational excellence, Mohamed has a distinguished career in delivering complex projects and optimizing business processes across MEA and GCC.

Prior to Giza Systems, Mohamed held senior leadership roles at solutions by stc, including Director of Global Project and Service Management Office and Director of Projects Planning and Control. Mohamed has also served in influential positions at du, Siemens, and EJTech, where he consistently demonstrated his skill in scaling business capabilities and improving customer satisfaction.

Mohamed holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Universidad Catolica De Murcia, an MBA from the University of Leicester, and a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering from Ain Shams University. He has also completed executive education in global management from INSEAD and holds several certifications in project management and digital business transformation.

Mohamed Sayed Abdel Gawad is Group Chief Financial Officer at Giza Systems. Mohamed joined Giza Systems in 2004 as Accounting Manager. In 2016, he was promoted to hold the position of Corporate Finance Director. Later, in July 2020, he became the President of VAS Integrated Solutions, a Giza Systems’ subsidiary. He returned to Giza Systems as Chief Financial Officer in December 2023.

Prior to Giza Systems, Mohamed started his career as a Junior Auditor at KPMG Chartered Accountants & Audit firm in 1992, reaching the position of Senior Audit Manager before leaving in 2004.

Mohamed is a board member of many of Giza Systems subsidiaries. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of Giza Systems Foundation. He is also a member of the Egyptian Society of Accountants & Auditors since 1995 and became a Fellow in November 2005. In addition, Mohamed is a member of the Egyptian Taxation Society since 1998, and a member of the Union of Arab Accountants since 2002.

Mohamed holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Cairo University, class of 1992.

Mohamed Sedeek is the Group Chief Technology Officer at Giza Systems. He joined the company in 1982, shortly after his graduation. Starting as a Maintenance Engineer, Sedeek was subsequently promoted to Senior Maintenance Engineer and then to a supervisor role. Following an organizational restructuring, he assumed the position of General Manager of the Telecom Business Unit and later became the Vice President of Sales and Delivery in 2008.

In 2012, Sedeek took on the role of Chief Operations Officer before transitioning to become the Chief Technology Officer in 2022.

Sedeek holds a BSc in Computer Engineering from Alexandria University, graduating in 1982. He furthered his education by earning a Master's Degree in Computer Science in 1987 and a Master's in Business Administration from the Arab Academy in 2007.

Saleh T. Algroony joined Giza Systems in December 2024 as Group Chief People & Corporate Services Officer. With a strong track record in human capital management, corporate services, and organizational transformation, Saleh brings extensive experience in fostering innovative corporate cultures and driving operational excellence.

Prior to joining Giza Systems, Saleh held the position of Chief People and Corporate Services Officer at solutions by stc, where he led various functions including Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Supply Chain, and Executive Services. His leadership was instrumental in aligning subsidiaries and fostering a unique employee value proposition to attract and retain top talent. Previously, Saleh held roles such as Vice President of Business Excellence and General Manager of Human Capital Management at solutions by stc, where he implemented HR models and digitalized employee experiences. Saleh’s career spans diverse leadership positions, including roles at Saudi Electricity Company, where he played a pivotal role in establishing succession planning frameworks and leadership development programs.

Saleh holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals. He has completed prestigious education programs, including Value Creation Through Effective Boards at IESE Business School, Strategic Human Resources Planning & Strategic Leaders Program: Vision, Strategy and Managing the Organizations to Drive Results at the University of Michigan, and Organizational Learning in Action at IMD Business School. Saleh is an executive board member of ccc by stc and a member in its Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Sarah Eltawansy is the Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at Giza Systems, leading Strategy Development, Strategy Execution, Market Intelligence, Strategic Research, Sustainability, and Merger and Acquisition.

Since joining Giza Systems in 2023 as the Strategy & Sustainability Director, Sarah has brought over 20 years of expertise in strategic planning, sustainability, executive coaching, change management, continuous improvement, and project management.

Sarah has worked across various sectors, including banking, finance, healthcare, IT, and education. She has held leadership roles at leading organizations such as IBM, Bank of Canada, CGI, Export Development Canada, the Central Bank of Egypt, and the Agricultural Bank of Egypt.

Sarah earned her Master of Engineering in Computer and Systems and her Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Ain Shams University.

Waleed Saleh is Group Chief Audit Executive at Giza Systems. Waleed joined Giza Systems in 2023 bringing more than 20 years of experience in different roles within Finance, Assurance and Internal Audit functions across Egypt, Middle East, and the UK.

Prior to Giza Systems, Waleed held the position of Internal Audit Director at Vodafone Telecommunications for Egypt and Qatar.

His expertise includes financial accounting, revenue assurance, business decision support, enterprise risk management, compliance, internal audit, process improvement, and risk mitigation models.

Waleed holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and auditing from Cairo University, as well as an advanced accounting diploma from the American University in Cairo.