Dr. Ismaeel Makdisi takes over as Acting CEO of Intigral

Intigral has announced the appointment of Dr. Ismaeel Makdisi as the company’s acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Makdisi replaces Karim Daoud, who served as the company’s CEO for three years.

Dr. Makdisi’s appointment was announced by Intigral’s Board of Directors as part of the company’s new growth strategy, which will focus on its expansion into international markets, the building of new capabilities and the creation of new technologies.

“Over the past three years, under Karim Daoud’s leadership, Intigral has grown from strength to strength. It is now at an important juncture, marked by a revitalised growth strategy, even as it is posed for success from both, a regional and a global perspective,” Dr. Khaled bin Abdulaziz Al Ghoneim, chairman of Intigral’s Board of Directors, said.

“Our decision to appoint Ismaeel (Makdisi) to head Intigral at such a critical time is a reflection of our commitment to the company’s continued success and we wish him all the very best.”

Dr. Makdisi previously served as Intigral’s General Counsel and Vice President of Corporate Affairs, in addition to heading its Mobile Advertising division. With more than 21 years of experience in the United States and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, he brings with him a wealth of diversified knowledge of the media and telecommunications industries.

“I am honored to have been selected by the Board of Directors to help take Intigral forward. Karim Daoud’s leadership and unwavering commitment has placed Intigral at the forefront of our industry and I am confident that we will continue to deliver on our promises and build on our success,” Dr. Makdisi said.

“Looking back at the past three years we have, as a company, been able to build a solid foundation and valuable partnerships with developers, content providers and broadcasters. I am proud of what we have achieved together and confident that this company will continue to flourish and grow,” Daoud said.