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BlueKey was founded with a clear intent: to bring the world’s most advanced technologies into the region’s most critical sectors healthcare, education, and enterprise.

Our aim is not just to innovate, but to enable lasting transformation through strategic partnerships and scalable solutions tailored to national priorities.

Bluekey emerges from decades of regional business leadership, guided by the legacy and backing of H.E. Abduljaleel Alblooki. While independently operated, BlueKey benefits from deep rooted institutional experience across sectors like healthcare, education, real estate, and logistics, shaped over 40 years of executive leadership.

This foundation allows BlueKey to move with the speed of a startup and the wisdom of a legacy operator, building ventures that are ambitious, credible, and nationally aligned from day one.

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Advancing National Priorities Through Knowledge-Based Innovation

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Our Vision

Our vision is to shape a future-ready region by building a knowledge-driven economy powered by transformative technologies. We aim to position the UAE as a global reference point across healthcare, education, and digital enterprise — by embedding advanced, ethical, and scalable innovations into systems that deliver real value for and individuals, governments, and institutions.

Our Mission

Our mission is to scale and localize the world's most advanced technologies and expertise, implementing transformative solutions through strategic partnerships that redefine critical industries. We are committed to developing breakthrough innovations that enable social impact and drive economic growth.

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Leadership Team

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H.E. Abduljaleel Alblooki

Non-Executive Chairman

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H.E. Abduljaleel Abdulrahman Al Blouki is a seasoned business leader and public-private sector advisor, with over four decades of executive experience across the UAE. He currently serves as Non-Executive Chairman of BlueKey, where he provides strategic oversight and ensures alignment with national economic priorities. He is the Managing Director of the Private Department of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan and President of Emirates Business Group (EBG), where he has overseen a workforce of over 16,000 employees across key sectors including defense, healthcare, infrastructure, logistics, and real estate. H.E. Abduljaleel has held senior leadership roles in companies such as Mawarid Holding Investment and Umniah Real Estate, and has been instrumental in forging high-level partnerships that bridge government and private enterprise. His leadership reflects a deep understanding of UAE institutional frameworks, long-term planning, and investment strategy. At BlueKey, his presence brings a rare depth of foresight, shaped by decades of impact and trusted leadership at the highest levels of the nation’s growth.

Saif Alblooki

Founder & CEO

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Saif Alblooki is the Founder and CEO of BlueKey. His vision is rooted in aligning innovation with the UAE’s long-term national priorities.

Professional Summary
He holds a degree in Global Management and is currently completing a Master of Public Administration at University College London. Saif has also completed programs in finance, strategy, smart cities, and artificial intelligence at the University of Oxford and MIT. With experience in venture building and strategy, Saif leads BlueKey’s efforts to develop scalable, future-oriented ventures. He sets the company’s strategic direction and ensures execution remains focused on national impact. Under his leadership, BlueKey is launching transformational initiatives in healthcare, education, and urban technologies, with a long-term plan to expand into digital transformation and public sector consultancy. His work reflects a clear commitment: building ventures that advance both national progress and social value.

Abdulla Alblooki

CSO

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Abdulla Alblooki drives BlueKey’s long-term strategy and institutional alignment, bringing deep experience in corporate finance, organizational transformation, and strategic execution.

Professional Summary
Abdulla Alblooki is a senior strategy executive with over a decade of experience in financial services, change management, and corporate leadership. As Senior Vice President at Aafaq Islamic Finance, he led strategic planning and governance initiatives that drove over 150% growth in sales, while managing large cross-functional teams and spearheading board-level strategy formulation. Abdulla has also played a key role in the centralization of Aafaq under Emirates Business Group (EBG), where he serves as a board member. He has completed executive programs with PwC and holds a master’s degree in international business. At BlueKey, he leads strategic alignment across sectors to ensure every initiative contributes to national priorities and long-term value creation.

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Usman Basit

CFO

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Usman Basit oversees BlueKey’s financial and strategic planning, drawing on over two decades of experience in financial leadership, corporate structuring, and investment advisory— anchored by deep operational exposure across the UAE.

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Usman is a seasoned finance executive with a strong track record across the UAE’s banking and financial services landscape. His expertise spans CFO and COO roles across regulated institutions, where he led strategic transformations, optimized capital deployment, and strengthened operational performance. Prior to his leadership roles in the UAE, he advised high-growth businesses across Asia and the GCC through roles at EY, Grant Thornton, and boutique advisory firms. As Co-Founder of Firm Harbour, he continues to support regional companies in scaling through strategic deals and financial restructuring. At BlueKey, Usman ensures that our financial systems, governance models, and capital strategy are aligned with long-term impact and investor confidence.

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Dr Jorge Guedes

Director of Technology

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Dr. Jorge supports BlueKey’s enterprise innovation and digital transformation efforts, leveraging his global experience leading large-scale systems delivery and executive education initiatives.

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Dr. Jorge Guedes is a senior transformation leader and academic with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and education. He has held leadership roles at Capgemini, KPMG, and PwC, where he specialized in SAP implementations and enterprise change programs across Europe and the UK. Jorge has also served as a university lecturer, designing and delivering executive courses focused on digital transformation and innovation management. His cross-sector experience strengthens BlueKey’s capability to build scalable solutions that integrate cutting-edge systems with real-world execution.

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Zeyana Al Mazroui

Strategy Associate & HealthTech analyst

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Zeyana supports BlueKey’s HealthTech division with research, partnership coordination, and strategic analysis, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and healthcare insight to the team.

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Zeyana Almazrouei is a biomedical engineer with a minor in artificial intelligence, graduating from Khalifa University in 2024. Her academic and research background spans advanced imaging technologies, healthcare systems, and AI-driven diagnostics. She has held roles at University College London’s Medical School as a research assistant, where she developed and implemented microscopy protocols, trained new researchers, and contributed to lab operations. At BlueKey, Zeyana contributes to early-stage partnership development, having supported outreach for high-impact collaborations in AI and quantum diagnostics. Her analytical reports and market insights have helped align BlueKey’s HealthTech initiatives with national innovation priorities. Zeyana’s ability to connect technical complexity with strategic direction makes her a key contributor to BlueKey’s long-term health innovation roadmap.

Ryan Connolly

Senior Strategy Advisor

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Ryan advises on data-driven market entry and strategic growth opportunities across BlueKey’s healthtech and real estate initiatives, drawing on 20+ years of global experience.

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Ryan Connolly is a seasoned Insight Analyst and Strategy Director with over two decades of experience in market intelligence, business development, and strategy execution. His track record spans heavily regulated industries including healthcare, FMCG, real estate, and financial services across the UK and MENA. Ryan has led strategic projects for FTSE 100 companies, managed cross-functional teams, and advised board-level stakeholders. His specialization in actionable insights and cost-optimization enables BlueKey to align innovation with commercial and regulatory realities.

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Abdulla Al-Zann

Portfolio Manager

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Abdulla supports BlueKey’s strategic finance and research division, with a focus on market insights, sectoral trends, and investment planning across key verticals.

Professional Summary
Abdulla Al-Zann is an economics graduate with practical experience in financial analysis, investment research, and strategic insight across the GCC. His internships with BNP Paribas, SICO, and Kuwait Finance House equipped him with strong analytical capabilities, particularly in macroeconomic reporting, sector-level trend analysis, and sustainability-driven finance. In parallel, his coaching and consultancy work sharpen his ability to translate data into actionable intelligence. At BlueKey, Abdulla contributes to research that informs capital allocation, ecosystem strategy, and long-term value creation aligned with national priorities.

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Marina Markarian

Business Ambassador

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Marina represents BlueKey at regional and international forums, supports research and ecosystem engagement, and strengthens the platform’s public presence through strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.

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Marina is an accomplished communicator and emerging leader with a strong background in sustainability, public speaking, and cross-cultural representation. A Future Sustainability Leader with Masdar, she has been recognized for her contributions to climate awareness, youth advocacy, and education. Her leadership in NGOs, AIESEC, and major MUN platforms such as WorldMUN and BEYMUN underscores her capacity to operate on global stages. Fluent in four languages and active in both research and community development, Marina plays a vital role in amplifying BlueKey’s visibility, contributing to strategic research efforts, and building high impact relationships across the ecosystem.

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Mohammed Naeem

Digital Marketing and Sales Manager

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Mohammed Naeem drives BlueKey’s digital marketing, sales strategy, and user growth, leveraging over a decade of experience across the UAE’s sectors.

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Mohammed is a growth-focused marketing and sales strategist with a proven record of building campaigns, digital platforms, and commercial partnerships. He has held key leadership roles at dubizzle and DriveArabia, managing automotive media partnerships and driving B2B sales across the region. His consultancy experience includes advisory roles with JARVIS Digital and TONIX Agency, where he led digital strategies for high-impact campaigns spanning e commerce, mobility, and hospitality. With hands-on expertise in product storytelling, audience targeting, and multi-platform content strategy, Mohammed brings a sharp commercial edge to BlueKey’s innovation goals. He supports the company in building digital presence, refining market fit, and developing execution-ready campaigns that translate ambition into traction.

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Advisory Board

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Samer AlNaqbi

Advisory Board Member for UrbanTech

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Board Member – Real Estate & Development Strategy, BlueKey
Samer advises on the strategic design and execution of BlueKey’s real estate ventures, combining development foresight with local market acumen.

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Samer Al Naqbi is a serial entrepreneur and recognized figure in the UAE’s luxury real estate sector. He is the Founder of Tanami Properties and Co-Founder of Reef Developments, with a track record of delivering high-value off-plan projects and residential investments. With a background in finance and operations, Samer leads ventures that blend architectural vision with strong commercial fundamentals. At BlueKey, his leadership helps drive property innovation aligned with national growth priorities.

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Dr Jorge Guedes

Advisory Board member for Digital transformation & Educational

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DOT & Senior Advisor – Strategy & Digital Transformation, BlueKey
Dr. Jorge supports BlueKey’s enterprise innovation and digital transformation efforts, leveraging his global experience leading large-scale systems delivery and executive education initiatives.

Professional Summary
Dr. Jorge Guedes is a senior transformation leader and academic with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and education. He has held leadership roles at Capgemini, KPMG, and PwC, where he specialized in SAP implementations and enterprise change programs across Europe and the UK. Jorge has also served as a university lecturer, designing and delivering executive courses focused on digital transformation and innovation management. His cross-sector experience strengthens BlueKey’s capability to build scalable solutions that integrate cutting-edge systems with real-world execution.

Ryan Connolly

Advisory Board member for Strategy, Operations, & Cost management

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Strategic Advisor – Business Intelligence & Growth Strategy, BlueKey
Ryan advises on data-driven market entry and strategic growth opportunities across BlueKey’s initiatives, drawing on 20+ years of global experience.

Professional Summary
Ryan Connolly is a seasoned Insight Analyst and Strategy Director with over two decades of experience in market intelligence, business development, and strategy execution. His track record spans heavily regulated industries including healthcare, FMCG, real estate, and financial services across the UK and MENA. Ryan has led strategic projects for FTSE 100 companies, managed cross-functional teams, and advised board-level stakeholders. His specialization in actionable insights and cost-optimization enables BlueKey to align innovation with commercial and regulatory realities.

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Bilal Irshad

Advisory Board member for Healthcare and Healthtech Development

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Advisor – Healthcare Delivery & Policy, BlueKey
Bilal supports BlueKey’s healthtech strategy with expertise in systems delivery, public health policy, and healthcare transformation across the Gulf.

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Bilal Irshad is a healthcare executive with 15+ years of experience spanning government clusters, Big Four consulting, and clinical delivery reform. Currently Executive Director at the Eastern Health Cluster in Saudi Arabia, he has led initiatives in capacity planning, digital integration, and program implementation. His experience at EY shaped major healthcare transformations, and his current work focuses on national system reform. At BlueKey, Bilal contributes to building health solutions that are policy-aligned, scalable, and patient-centric.