nybl launches groundbreaking podcast series
3 February 2023, Dubai, UAE: During GITEX 2022 held in Dubai, nybl, a technology development house that drives digital transformation using real-time machine learning on an IoT platform, launches a distinctive Podcast series called nybl voices aimed at sharing insights, knowledge, and leading-edge opinions on a diverse set of topics and issues. “nyblers” (nybl employees) were joined by critical thinkers, innovators, educators, business professionals, government representatives, and entrepreneurs from a variety of nybl’s clients and partners to engage in this podcast series.
Noor Alnahhas, CEO of nybl said, “nybl voices is a platform to discuss local and global topics with some of the best minds in the world. nybl Voices is a vehicle for change makers looking to access innovative, thought-provoking content with insights on critical and topical matters.
nybl is passionate about creating connections, learning opportunities, and deriving synergies through collaboration. In nybl voices, we speak as nyblers who play a role as enablers of good, through the sharing of meaningful content and creative ideas.
Our technology allows hardworking, passionate people to do exponentially more with their time and energy, scaling their impact across the globe. Ultimately, our business is about bringing talented people and cutting-edge technologies together to improve our lives and our planet. I personally feel that this podcast series is an extension of this passion to make a difference and achieve our vision, and I invite you all to enjoy the series as it rolls out.”
What you can expect on the podcast
nybl has produced one season during GITEX 2022 with over 20 episodes. Throughout the podcast series, nybl chats with industry-leading nyblers and other experts about the latest trends and insights that are shaping artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on areas like the oil and gas industry, the democratization of AI, education, leadership, sustainability, entrepreneurship, company, and personal growth. Other topics on this podcast series range from culture, mental health, the importance of well-being in companies, equality, and diversity to the impact of AI on humanity and how the importance of continuous learning can be leveraged through AI. The series also shares the story of nybl and its goals and vision around AI and humanity.
The nybl Voices podcast includes participants from multiple entities such as: Lenovo, Playbook, Commtel Networks, Astrolabs, Cashee, Letswork, Ahoy, International Humanitarian City (IHC) funded by MBRGI, Chasm, Happiness Matters, Bake My Day (Pinza), N2 Technology, Canadian University in Dubai, the American University in Sharjah and Mental Health AE, amongst many others. The podcasts were brilliantly facilitated by Gabrielle Khaled, Shahla Noureldin from the Ministry of Economy, and Ali Khawaja from the American University of Sharjah.
An innovative, multilingual CEO with over 25 years’ experience leading organizations by providing exceptional business transformation services and cutting-edge solutions. Ability to create and establish robust strategic direction. Trusted advisor to partners in multinational corporations in petroleum and natural gas, chemical manufacturing, power and utility, and water and wastewater treatment industries. Proven leader with the ability to drive strategic short and long-term plans, shifting priorities, and delivering compelling collaboration skills that foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Influential in nature, with excellent presentation and communication skills.
Lane Sloan is a 30-year veteran of the oil and gas industry and comes from a long and distinguished career with Shell Oil. During his tenure, Mr. Sloan was a member of Shell’s senior management, and served at various times as general manager of products for finance, vice president of corporate planning, chief financial officer and VP Business Services, regional coordinator for Far East, director of East Zone Oil Products, and president of Shell Chemical Company.
After leaving Shell, Mr. Sloan joined SAIC, an IT and engineering consultancy headquartered in San Diego, California, as executive vice president in charge of energy activities. He was subsequently named CEO of SAIC’s joint venture with Halliburton in Grand Basin.
Mr. Sloan later became an executive professor at the University of Houston, where he taught leadership, corporate strategy, and energy courses. He also served as executive director of University of Houston’s Global Energy Management Institute. Today, he is a Silver Fox Advisor and president of Sloan Consulting Services, where he mentors entrepreneurial CEOs.
Mr. Sloan has a bachelor’s Degree in Business and a Master’s in Management Science, both from the University of Colorado. He also has a Master’s in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Houston. He has co-authored Terra Incognita: A Navigation Aid for Energy Leaders and authored Develop a Leadership Plan: Become a Great Leader.
Mohammed was one of the founding members of the Digital Transformation Project Management office at Saudi Aramco, which oversees the key business initiatives under the company’s 4th Industrial Revolution program. A 20-year veteran of the IT industry, Mohammed started as a software developer delivering applications in knowledge management and systems integration. He earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Tulane University and his MBA from Strathclyde University.
Sufyaan has built management systems and environmental monitoring solutions for a variety of industries, including energy and security. He is a certified project manager (PMI) and an active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI), which supports the advancement of information and communications technology. Sufyaan earned a Bachelor of Engineering in electronics and instrumentation from Birla Institute of Technology & Science and a Master of Science in electrical engineering from George Mason University.
