An AI pioneer for the future of energy.

Musabbeh Al Kaabi

Chairman of the Board; Chief Executive Officer, Upstream, ADNOC

Musabbeh Al Kaabi has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Upstream at ADNOC overlooking many of ADNOC’s assests including ADNOC Onshore, ADNOC Offshore and ADNOC Drilling. With over 25 years of experience in the energy sector and a background in exploration and production, Musabbeh Al Kaabi is well-positioned to drive continued success and value creation as he leads the business forward. Al Kaabi is a member of the ADNOC Investment Committee, and serves as a board member of Masdar, Tabreed, ADNOC Gas, ADNOC Drilling and Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi. In the past, he has served on the boards of several leading organizations including Mubadala Energy, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Dolphin Energy, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), Emirates Global Aluminium, Borealis, Cepsa, NOVA Chemicals and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Musabbeh holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geophysical Engineering from Colorado School of Mines and a Master of Sciences degree in Geoscience from Imperial College, London.

H.E. Sultan Obaid Ali Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri

Vice-Chairman of the Board; Director General of the Office of the Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi

His Excellency Sultan Obaid Ali Al Yabhouni Al Dhaheri is the Director General of the Office of the Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi, where he led the establishment and development of the Office and oversees the adoption and integration of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies within its operating model, supporting decision-making and enhancing institutional performance efficiency. Previously, he held several leadership positions within the Abu Dhabi Government, contributing to enhanced government performance and leading, executing, and overseeing strategic projects, as well as supporting the development of public policies and improving government spending efficiency. His Excellency holds a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from Khalifa University and a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Ohio State University.

Thomas Pramotedham

Chief Executive Officer, Presight

A digital transformation leader and technology advocate who has supported and driven government smart city initiatives in Asia, Thomas now leads Presight. With a focus on creating nation-building partnerships in the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa, through enabling capabilities and joining G42 on their journey to supporting UAE’s digital transformation. In a career spanning two decades, Thomas has held management and thought-leadership positions across Asia, always focusing on leveraging technology to solve real-world problems. Before moving to UAE, he was the CEO of Esri Singapore, a world-leader in Geospatial Technology and a key partner in driving Singapore’s successful Smart Nation programs.

Dena Almansoori

Group CTO, ADNOC

Dena Almansoori is ADNOC’s Group Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, leading the organization’s technology and innovation agenda. She oversees the application of AI, robotics, data, IoT, and advanced analytics, which builds operational resilience, accelerates energy efficiency, elevates safety, and advances ADNOC’s mission to deliver more sustainable, smarter, future‑ready energy systems. A proven leader in crafting innovative strategies, transforming organizations, fostering progressive cultures, and harnessing emerging technologies, Dena has made her mark across diverse and complex Fortune 500 companies, industries, and geographies. She was previously Group Chief AI & Data Officer at e& where she led AI and data across 38 countries. She is the Founder of WhiteBox HR, an award-winning AI tech company.

Magzhan Kenesbai

Chief Growth Officer, Presight

Magzhan Kenesbai has an extensive experience in managing and deploying capital, asset management, and private equity across emerging markets. He specializes in driving growth, enhancing market share, and increasing shareholder value across funds and companies in emerging markets. Prior to joining AIQ, Magzhan was Senior Director and Chief of Staff at Presight, where he focused on strategic investments, strategy, and business development in Central Asia. He is also a board member of the Samruk Kazyna – Presight Joint Venture, which aims to accelerate digital transformation in partnership with Samruk-Kazyna JSC, a $70 billion sovereign wealth fund. As an investment professional, Magzhan has held several high-level positions throughout his career. He served as Chairman of the Board and a board member at leading asset management companies in Central Asia. In these roles, he was instrumental in driving growth, managing portfolios, and overseeing mergers and acquisitions. As Vice President at VERNO PE RESEARCH LLP, Magzhan played a pivotal role in deploying investments in Central Asian infrastructure projects, collaborating with sovereign funds from the Middle East and Kazakhstan. His earlier career includes strategic positions in private oil and gas companies and investment offices, as well as leadership at Tsesna Astyk, a leading agriculture company. Magzhan holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Babson College in Massachusetts, USA.

Omar Bamatraf

SVP, Group Digital Projects & Analytics, ADNOC

Omar Bamatraf is Senior Vice-President of Group Digital Projects & Analytics at ADNOC, bringing more than two decades of experience in technology and digital transformation. He leads the delivery of strategic digital programs and enterprise analytics capabilities that support ADNOC’s digital transformation agenda, accelerating operational excellence, strengthening data-driven decision-making, and enabling the adoption of advanced digital technologies across the Group. Throughout his career, Omar has played a key role in translating strategic business priorities into scalable digital solutions that deliver measurable value. His work continues to support ADNOC’s ambition to advance digital innovation and strengthen enterprise-wide digital capabilities.

Shamma AlNuaimi

Head of Strategic Engagements, G42

Shamma AlNuaimi is the Head of Strategic Engagements at G42 , leading the Group’s most strategic opportunities across a portfolio of 10 operating companies. She was formerly the Chief Business Officer at Presight (a G42 company), where she built the Enterprise Business Unit into a billion-dirham business. She brings nearly two decades of experience working with CEOs and Boards to drive large-scale AI transformation, structure strategic partnerships, and accelerate long-term value creation. She previously held leadership roles across key government entities, including Khalifa Fund and the Department of Economic Development.

Dennis Jol

Chief Executive Officer

Dennis is a seasoned global executive with over two decades of commercial and operational leadership across the energy value chain. He specializes in scaling businesses and driving international expansion in complex, high-growth environments. Prior to joining AIQ as Chief Executive Officer, Dennis served as Vice-President International at DistributionNOW (NYSE: DNOW), a leading global supplier of energy and industrial products. Based in the UAE since 2007, he has led operations across more than 20 countries spanning the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, Central Asia, the United States and Latin America, with a focus on business expansion, operational excellence, and digital enablement. Dennis began his career at National Oilwell (NYSE: NOI) and held multiple senior roles at National Oilwell Varco (NYSE: NOV), where he oversaw the distribution services group across the Middle East, India, CIS, and Asia Pacific. He was a key member of the leadership team that led the successful 2014 spin-off of NOV’s distribution group into its own publicly traded company DNOW. Over his career, Dennis has also led several strategic mergers and acquisitions to grow market presence and operational scale, globally. In addition to his corporate leadership, Dennis has served as Executive Director of GroupKZ in Kazakhstan, NOW India Pte Ltd, and as Commissioner of NOW Indonesia. He was also Chairman Emeritus of the Energy Workforce & Technology Council (EWTC) for the MENA and India region from 2015 to 2019. Dennis holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, USA.

Mohamed Al Mehairi

Chief Financial Officer

Mohamed Al Mehairi is the Chief Financial Officer at AIQ. He brings forward a wealth of experience in his field, resulting in his crucial contribution to the growth of the company since he joined in 2021. Mohamed has been a part of ADNOC since 2002 when he first joined Abu Dhabi Oil Refining Company. He was responsible for the budgeting, costing and reporting of the business, before moving on to the Shipping Segment at Abu Dhabi National Tanker Company (ADNATCO), all while managing National Gas Shipping Co (NGSCO).

Mohamed’s management and leadership skills played an instrumental role in the merger of ADNOC’s three Shipping, Petroleum Services & Ports Operation units, ADNATCO, ESNAAD and IRSHAD, in 2017 to create a single world-class entity. His financial prowess made him an invaluable member of the leadership team for the business, which then became ADNOC Logistics and Services. Throughout his career, Mohamed has been responsible for numerous large teams, which he managed successfully and efficiently. He has also served on the Board Advisory Committee and was on other organizations’ Audit Committee. Mohamed holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Portland State University in Oregon, where he graduated in 2001.

Danil Starobogatov

Chief Marketing Officer

Danil Starobogatov is a senior marketing executive with 15+ years of global experience at the intersection of AI, energy, and aviation. He currently serves as Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at AIQ, a Presight (G42) and ADNOC-backed AI-for-energy company valued at over $1.4 billion. In this role, he leads the full marketing and communications portfolio, including go-to-market strategy, brand, content, and corporate communications. He has repositioned AIQ as a global category-defining platform in critical energy infrastructure, tripling commercial partnerships and increasing digital engagement tenfold. Prior to AIQ, Danil held senior marketing and brand leadership roles at G42, where he advised across a sovereign AI portfolio, and Etihad Airways, where he led global brand strategy and media across 40+ markets. At Etihad, he launched the “Choose Well” global brand platform across Etihad Aviation Group, and drove a 71% improvement in digital ROI. Earlier in his career, he built integrated marketing strategy practices for tier-one financial services clients at Publicis, WPP, and IPG in Canada, managing annual budgets exceeding $60 million. With experience spanning MENA, North America, Europe, and Asia, Danil brings a rare combination of sovereign-sector credibility, platform-led growth expertise, and a proven ability to build scalable marketing functions in complex, highly regulated industries.

Saravan Penubarthi

Chief Technology Officer

Saravan Penubarthi is a highly experienced and versatile Chief Technology Officer with expertise driving global digital transformations across various industry verticals. He has a proven track record of delivering innovative technology strategies and solutions and executing cloud initiatives across multiple industries. With a strong background in digital innovation and execution, Saravan is adept at aligning and collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to drive revenue improvements and efficiency enhancements through adopting innovative digital business models.

Before joining AIQ, Saravan was the Chief Technology Officer for Microsoft in the APAC region and was responsible for driving the company’s cloud initiatives and developing the overall IT digital strategy and execution. He led a diverse team of engineers, architects, and project managers and served as the Chief Technology Advisor for CxOs and the board in the region. He has also previously led digital technology partnerships and was responsible for driving digital transformation initiatives across several organizations.

Saravan has held several leadership positions throughout his career, including as a cloud consulting team leader for DXC (erstwhile CSC), global consulting services lead for Asia Pacific and Japan for Software AG Singapore, and enterprise integration practice lead for HCL Technologies in India. Saravan earned his Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad, India.

Joanna Cooper

General Counsel, Company Secretary

Joanna leads AIQ’s Legal, Governance, and Compliance functions. She works across the business to support strategic objectives by ensuring the right frameworks, processes, and controls are in place.

Joanna has more than 22 years international legal experience across New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United Arab Emirates. Before joining AIQ, she served as General Counsel at ai71 and held senior legal leadership roles within Wusoom Holding. She previously spent eight years with Apple, leading legal support for strategic commercial partnerships across Europe, the Middle East, India, and Africa. She began her career in mergers and acquisitions, training at leading law firms Bell Gully in New Zealand, and Herbert Smith in London.

Joanna combines strategic thinking with practical execution to enable organizations to innovate, scale, and execute their strategy with confidence. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Auckland and is admitted to practice in New Zealand, and England and Wales.