Live Talks with Maurice Matta : Business Environment and Competitiveness in Crisis Conditions

Maurice Matta is a Presenter and Producer of the Business News on MTV Lebanon and the Head of Economy Department at ‘‘Annahar’’ Newspaper and Media Group in Lebanon. He’s also a concept creator and host of “The Start” on MTV, and “E-start” a weekly show dedicated to the entrepreneurs in the MENA Region. Maurice has a substantial economic and financial experience enabling him to be an economic journalist expert since 2009. In addition, Maurice is the Strategic Media Advisor to the Union of Arab Banks, a social activist and a founding member of some Lebanese NGOs and a member of several supporting programs for emerging companies, start-ups, and entrepreneurs in Lebanon.

University dean, president, entrepreneur, speaker and professor, Dr. Zmokhol is a savvy businessman whose impeccable ethics and sharp leadership skills have inspired many.

President of the Association of Lebanese Business People in the World (RDCL World), his role has taken him to many cities, championing collaboration, networking and synergy between Lebanese business people at home and in the diaspora. Fouad is known for his diplomatic skills and outstanding ability to build bridges and fruitful alliances.

Dean of the School of Business and Management at Saint Joseph University (USJ), Professor of managerial strategies, entrepreneurship, and leadership, he believes in sharing expertise and grooming the next generation. He has mentored many young entrepreneurs, inspiring them to perfect their skills and invest locally. A true patriot, Dr. Zmokhol is an advocate of leading by example. As a driven and passionate leader, he works hard to help maintain a healthy Lebanese business environment, encouraging local and foreign investments, while creating a healthy collaborative environment in several sectors.

He is the co-owner of Zimco holding, one of the leading commercial printing groups in Lebanon and the Middle East, driving innovation and performance in the printing industry. He was also the managing partner and CEO of SAPDIB (Africa), manufacturing and distributing F&B products in the area.

As a strategic business advisor, consultant, and certified independent board member by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Dr. Zmokhol sits on the boards of several prominent local private institutions and international organizations.

A sought-after keynote speaker at national and international conferences, he is known to leave the audience wanting more. Speaking about geopolitical and business issues, his conferences shed the light on several current events, giving crucial feedback to businesspeople. A published author of various articles, he is often mentioned in the media for his innovative business approach. An award-winning businessman, he is also an avid tennis player, skier and hiker.