Oplaa.tech Experts Collective

Claudia ROCIO GONZALEZ PEREZ             

Phd Management Sciences (2008), Social and Administrative Sciences – Organizational Studies, Université Jean Moulin Lyon3. France.
Doctorate in Organizational Studies (2006), Social and Administrative Sciences – Administration, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana – Iztapalapa. Mexico.
Consultant-Researcher (PUFOMASE) Institute of Socioeconomics of Organizations (ISEOR),
Research Professor at the UAM-Xochimilco, Research Professor at the UAM-Iztapalapa;
International Consultant in Communication Matters for the UN Population Fund, Tutor of the EU Knowledge Management Chair, at FLACSO Mexico
Facilitator-consultant at the Mexican Petroleum Institute for the Teamwork Project.

Dr. Fernando SÁNCHEZ-CÁRDENAS             

Industrial Engineer from the Technological Institute of Higher Studies of the West. Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mx.
Doctor in Projects in the area of Business Management. Pan American Center University for Higher Studies. Morelia, Michoacán, Mx.
Diploma in Entrepreneurship Training, Trepcamp based in Silicon Valley, USA. “Creating entrepreneurial superstars”,
generation 2021. With badges of: Minimally viable teams, Design Thinking, Business Models, Lean Startup, Financing and Agile Methodology.
Project leader in the national business simulator Trepcamp 2022.

Dr. André FOFANA        

Expert in international Bank, Financial and Africa

Dr André Fofana has an excellent knowledge of the banking systems of French-speaking West Africa (UMOA, Guinea and Mauritania). He is currently Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit and Compliance Committee of a subsidiary of a fast-growing African banking group.

For almost ten years, he worked as a consultant for the IMF and, in this capacity as well as for a World Bank project, trained four classes of i

Prior to this, he worked at the Banque Centrale des Etats de l’Afrique de l’Ouest (BCEAO), where he came top of his class in the entrance exam held in Paris. He held the positions of Internal Administrative and Financial Controller for Senegal and Director of the Ziguinchor branch. He then served as Head of the Inspection Mission at the WAMU Banking Commission in Abidjan, where he acted as Secretary General on three occasions, before resigning to work as a consultant from his wife’s home country, Germany.

He has also worked for various European cooperation organizations and African banks on general and cybersecuriy

Mnahi AL MASOUD             

CEO, Future Look ITC in Arabia Saoudia

As a business icon and an ambitious man, Mnahi al Masoud is a gifted engineer as well as a talented entrepreneur, mainly a specialist in construction material issues as well as AI and IT innovation.

He is currently in charge of a large industrial and engineering family-owned holding, FUTURE LOOK contracting, established in 1992 within the legal framework laid down for the Saudi corporate laws (limited liability company (LLC). Since years, Future look contracting is a key player in the building sector in Saudi Arabia with branches throughout the overall territory. 

Mnahi Al Masoud has powerful network in Saudi Arabia, directly linked to the Saudi Arabia leading companies.

Given the challenges and opportunities offered by the Saudi 2030 vision ($ 500 billions are at stake), Mnahi al Masoud has decided to expand dramatically his holding family company through the setting up of four operational companies in sectors with the highest growth potential (AI & IT, health & sanitary protection, infrastructures and investment).

Accordingly, Future Look contracting has created in 2020 FUTURE LOOK INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION (FLITC) dedicated to AI & IT. The latter is committed to play an integral role in the transformation of the Saudi Economy model towards the widespread and sustainable use of artificial intelligence on a global scale.

Future Look contracting has also expanded its activities abroad including the setting-up of a financial audit company, INVEST-IN-KSA, called to be a substantial bridge between European and Saudi Companies.

Mnahi Al Masoud is also a renowned columnist. He wrote some enduring legacy of thoughtful articles as, for instance: « Brighter prospects through Sino-Saudi cooperation (China Daily | 12.2.2021) » https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202102/12/WS602634c6a31024ad0baa8ce5.html

In addition to that, Mnahi Masoud Al is the President of a Sino-Saudi Business Club dedicated to new technologies.

Dr. Florin PAUN           

Expert in Artificial Intelligence

Founder of the new Qualitative AI typology (Xvaluator) to reduce the ecological footprint of suppliers and users of generative AI by reducing the flow of false and biased data, and thus having been recognized as having completed the Condorcet Paradox and Arrow’s theory.

Dr. Florin Paun is a European EIC expert, the only Chevalier de l’Ordre de Mérite for his contribution to the evolution of innovation strategies and tools (his research has complemented the theories of two Nobel Prize winners – Stiglitz and Sen and NASA’s “TRL” tool with its “DRL” Demand Readiness Level tool to follow his advice in national innovation strategies of “Agilization” and “Hybridization of Tech – Push and Market – Pull” which makes Poles, Clusters, Satt, etc. effective.

Science Advisor and Head of IP & Technology Roadmap for the Aresia Group, Florin Paun holds an Aerospace Engineering degree from Politehnica in Bucharest, an X90 in the International Program at Ecole Polytechnique and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from UPS in Toulouse. He completed his training with an Executive in Management and Leadership from MIT Sloan.

Florin spent twenty years in R&D at ONERA, where he became Director of Industrial Innovation. He led the company’s materials and structures modeling activities, including a contract with DARPA (USA), and then launched the Office’s technology transfer, IP and export activities. Florin contributed to the definition of the business model and the launch of the IRT and SATT within the framework of various national commissions. He helped launch the SAFE Competitiveness Cluster as Director of Strategy and Development. Author of the DRL – Demand Readiness Level and DRL-TRL scale complementing NASA’s TRL scale for New Hybridization Strategies for Tech-Push and Market-Pull approaches by governments, regions and business networks, he has 50+ publications, a dozen patents and over 500 citations…

Aleksandar LE COMTE           

Programs director inTraining

Aleksandar Le Comte, at the helm of Oplaa.Tech, brings a breadth and depth of expertise that is essential to driving an innovative technology company in today’s digital landscape. His co-founding of London Internet Satellite Exchange reveals a key competence in advanced communications technologies, particularly relevant to Oplaa.Tech if the company aims to improve access and connectivity in geographically or infrastructure constrained regions.

His role as a member of IPSE and geopolitical analyst of the military-industrial complex enriches Oplaa.Tech with a strategic perspective on the security and political implications of the technologies it develops or deploys, an asset when navigating international regulations and global markets.

In leading sustainable development and reconstruction initiatives in the Balkans, Aleksandar has demonstrated an ability to manage large-scale, complex projects aligned with sustainable development goals. This experience is crucial for Oplaa.Tech, especially as the company embarks on technology projects that aim to have a positive impact on the environment and societies.

His expertise in the real estate sector and his role as an advisor to governments and financial institutions give Oplaa.Tech an in-depth knowledge of the financial and real estate markets, useful for exploring innovative technological solutions in these areas.

In short, Aleksandar Le Comte leads Oplaa.Tech with a vision that embraces communications technology, security and geopolitics, sustainable development, as well as finance and real estate. These diverse skills and experience ideally position Oplaa.Tech to innovate and excel in the development of technological solutions that meet contemporary and future challenges.

Samuel ETIENNE         

I’m a results-driven Project Manager and entrepreneur with expertise in construction, specializing in overseeing diverse projects from residential to industrial. Currently at AI Tayar CGI & Noach Real Estate, I thrive in dynamic environments. Skilled in collaboration and cutting-edge technologies, I ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and uphold top-quality standards. I excel in fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams, working closely with architects, engineers, subcontractors, lawyers and clients to ensure projects uphold the highest quality standards.

Thriving in dynamic and fast-paced environments, I leverage cutting-edge construction technologies and methodologies to consistently drive optimal project outcomes. My unwavering dedication to staying ahead of industry trends, coupled with my relentless pursuit of excellence, has led to a track record of successful projects and top-notch clients.

Zaydane SADIKI,        

IT & Finance

Trained as an IT engineer, with a proven track record in managing large-scale international projects, mainly in the banking sector, involving IT architecture issues around the Cloud and Big Data, Zaydane’s 8 years’ experience has enabled him to build up extensive expertise in IT architecture, Move to Cloud projects and the management and operation of various IT infrastructure technologies.

Significant experience in various sectors (energy, banking and insurance) has enabled him to develop extensive knowledge of the associated businesses, as well as methodological know-how covering all the phases of an IS project.

His various experiences have enabled him to develop solid managerial skills and the ability to manage complex projects. Zaydane has always backed up his experience with carefully chosen training and certifications to further develop his skills.