Dr. Mahmoud Mansi (official website) is a name synonymous with innovation, leadership, public speaking, and thought-provoking creativity. An award-winning author of 9 books, 10 times TEDx speaker, global management consultant, HR expert, educator, and influencer. Dr. Mansi has dedicated his career to pioneering ideas that bridge the worlds of business, education, literature, sustainability and digital entrepreneurship. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he was granted the UAE Golden Visa for Special Talents & Entrepreneurs in 2024, cementing his influence in the Middle East and beyond.
Besides Dr. Mansi’s contributions as an entrepreneur and running his own projects, he is an affiliate to several global organizations. He is an Advisory Board Member at the ISCEA, Editor in Chief of the Supply Chain Journal Middle East, a Moderator at CIPD UK, a Senior Principal Consultant at Sustain Leadership UAE, Director of Manpower Advisory at Vmarsh Healthcare Consulting, a Faculty Instructor at the Human Capital Institute USA, an Entrepreneurship Mentor at the Abu Dhabi SME Hub, and a member at the Euro-Mediterranean Women’s Foundation.
A Multi-Faceted Leader in HR and Business
“HR is the art and science of discovering, influencing and empowering humans’ ambition, talents and dreams, not strictly their paperwork and documents.” – Dr. Mahmoud Mansi
Dr. Mansi’s expertise in human resources, business strategy, and workplace innovation has earned him prestigious accolades. He has invented more than 20 conceptual models and theories, and communicated them across several publications, conferences and consulting projects. In 2022, he was shortlisted as one of the top five Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) in the Middle East at the Future Workplace Awards in Dubai. In 2023, he was awarded the IVLP Youth and Civic Engagement program with a direct endorsement from the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, and spent three weeks in the U.S. attending and participating in strategic meetings and intellectual discussions, in addition to attending a workshop at the Gallup headquarters in Washington D.C. His contributions to shaping the HR landscape go beyond theory—he actively drives change through his writings, consultancy, and speaking engagements to have various sorts of impact.
A contributing writer for Harvard Business Review Arabia, Stanford for Social Innovation Arabia, Fortune Arabia, and MIT Technology Review, Dr. Mansi offers fresh perspectives on leadership, sustainability, space economy, and workplace transformation. His ability to merge philosophy with business acumen makes his insights highly sought after in global thought leadership circles.
A Digital Entrepreneur Revolutionizing Industry Conversations
“An Entrepreneur is flexible in mission, yet stubborn in vision.” – Dr. Mahmoud Mansi
Beyond academia and corporate consultancy, Dr. Mansi is a serial digital entrepreneur aiming to challenge the statuesque and bring news ideas to the ecosystem. He has founded six influential platforms, and more are still in the process:
- Travel Bloggers Awards & Travel Bloggers Community (2025-Present): Recently founded in 2025, to be officially launched soon as the first social media platform for travel bloggers, and the first travel bloggers awards that focus on celebrating excellence in travel content creation and sustainability.
- HR Revolution Middle East (2015-Present): Founded in 2015, and known as the first digital HR magazine established in the Middle East, for the purpose of bridging the gap between employers and employees, and shaping new trends in human resources and leadership.
- Women of Saudi Arabia (2024-Present): Founded in 2024 as the first Saudi bi-lingual magazine that focuses on women empowerment, with a message to highlight female influential figures from youth to experts, in addition to highlighting Saudi organizations that have fair and robust women empowerment programs, for amplifying the voices and achievements of Saudi women and expats.
- Influencers Today (2023-Present): Founded in 2023, as the first magazine for influencers, reflecting success stories behind the scenes that are not reflected on the influencers’ social media accounts, focusing on authenticity, motivation, digital influence and branding, in addition to revolutionizing the influencer marketing ecosystem through innovative corporate campaigns, research and development, and influencers’ workshops.
- NGOs Today (2022-Present): Founded in 2022, with a mission to give voice to the nonprofit sector. It is considered to be the first magazine globally that directly targets NGOs, highlighting the importance of SDGs and volunteerism, and giving a well-deserved recognition to the nonprofit sector.
- EG-U.S. Exchange Alumni Website (2023-2024): The Alumni has been founded for over 6 years, however Dr. Mansi volunteered in 2023 and 2024 with an idea to create a website and digital magazine for the community, and was funded by the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, fostering international collaboration and sustainability. He is now given an honorary position as the Website Publisher.
- The Forgotten Writers Foundation (2011-2015): It was founded in 2011, aiming to be the first non-profit entity in Egypt that launches creative writing contests and literary awards in Egypt and the Middle East. Dr. Mansi launched writing competitions in partnerships with big entities such as Kayan Publishing, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and ALEF Bookstores.
In addition, he is in the process of founding, co-founding and investing in multiple mobile applications that aim to enhance digital engagement in various industries.
An Award-Winning Author and Advocate for Creative Writing
“A wise reader is able to extract philosophy out of a blank piece of paper.” – Dr. Mahmoud Mansi
A true literary powerhouse, Dr. Mansi has written nine books covering entrepreneurship, social sciences, literature, theater, gender studies, and cultural dialogue. He participated in the “Entrepreneur’s Journey” book with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, publishing a chapter entitled “Entrepreneurial Human Resources”. His notable works include “Sustaining a 360° Agile Workplace: A Millennial Perspective” His passion for writing has also led him to conduct creative writing workshops since 2011 and launch five global writing contests, inspiring countless aspiring writers.
His literary excellence was recognized early in his career when he was one of the 20 winners of the Sea of Words Literary Award in Spain (2010) for his short story “The Island”, and was a recipient of the World Event Young Artists (WEYA) Festival Award in the UK (2012) for his short story “Revolution of Pirates”.
An Educator Committed to Knowledge and Growth
“Books are bricks that help us build castles and bridges.” – Dr. Mahmoud Mansi
Education is at the heart of Dr. Mansi’s mission. He teaches in Doctorate (DBA), Master’s (MBA), and Bachelor programs, covering a vast array of subjects, including:
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainability
- Supply Chain Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Change Management
- Strategic Management
His commitment to education extends beyond the university walls—he frequently visits schools, organizations, and public events to deliver motivational talks, inspiring future leaders across all age groups and countries.
A Global Judge and Industry Expert
Dr. Mansi has been judging and chairing countless organizational excellence and sustainability awards since 2020 until today. His role as a judge allows him to gain exclusive insights into cutting-edge business trends, making the experience both rewarding and enlightening. Dr. Mansi’s expertise is widely recognized in international competitions. He has served as a judge for prestigious awards such as:
- CIPD People Management Awards (UK)
- GULF Sustainability Awards (UAE)
- International Sustainability Awards (UAE)
- Action with Africa Sustainability Awards (Enactus Germany)
- Global ESG Awards (UK)
- BOC Brilliance Awards (UK)
- Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards (UAE)
- The Stevie Awards (USA)
- Medtop Awards
Additionally, he has been Egypt’s ISCEA Supply Chain Case Competition Coordinator since 2023.
Why Business Awards Matter: Insights from Dr. Mansi
In a recent interview with the Stevie Awards, Dr. Mansi shared his views on why organizations should pursue business awards:
- Recognition and Branding: Winning awards highlights an organization’s uniqueness, boosting credibility among employees, clients, and stakeholders.
- Benchmarking & Competition: Awards offer businesses a platform to measure themselves against industry leaders, promoting healthy competition.
- Encouraging Innovation: The rigorous application process pushes organizations to showcase their best practices and advancements.
- Team Morale & Motivation: Recognition fosters teamwork and a sense of accomplishment among employees.
- Constructive Feedback: Insights from expert judges help organizations refine strategies and improve performance.
Tips for Applying to Business Awards
Based on his judging experience, Dr. Mansi offers key recommendations for applicants:
- Present a clear business case with measurable objectives
- Showcase impact on the community and stakeholders
- Demonstrate teamwork and innovation in execution
- Provide supporting documents, testimonials, and case studies
- Use data analytics to back up achievements
A Legacy of Excellence and Continuous Growth
Dr. Mahmoud Mansi’s journey is a testament to the power of innovation, resilience, and intellectual curiosity. Whether through his HR expertise, digital platforms, literary contributions, or global judging roles, he continues to shape industries and inspire professionals worldwide.
As he expands his ventures and knowledge-sharing platforms, his impact will undoubtedly continue to grow, making him one of the most influential thought leaders of our time.
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