MDMahmoud Darweash
@mahmouddarweash
Seasoned tech entrepreneur with expertise in AI and IoT products.
MalaysiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned tech entrepreneur with 19 years of experience in bootstrapping AI and IoT products from inception to profitability. My journey has been marked by a strong focus on driving technical teams and product development roadmaps, leading to the successful launch of multiple startups and innovative technologies. I have a proven track record of mentoring over 50 startups and delivering more than 150 public speeches, showcasing my commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering growth in the tech community.
Throughout my career, I have held C-Level and VP positions, where I successfully transformed teams and processes to align with modern best practices. My leadership at DXwand LLC involved restructuring the technology team and implementing robust pipelines for reliable product releases. I have also developed patent-ready technologies and opened new revenue streams, demonstrating my ability to leverage innovative solutions for business growth.
As a member of the MDEC Digital Expert Network, I am dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry, mentoring universities on curriculum development and guiding startups in their technical strategies. My passion for technology and education drives me to continuously seek opportunities that challenge me and allow me to make a significant impact in the tech landscape.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Member
MDEC Digital Expert Network
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Mentored universities on education curriculum, bridging the gap between academia and industry. Provided mentorship to startups on their technical strategies, business models, and pivoting techniques. Contributed to the development of the Malaysian digital ecosystem.
Chief Technology Officer
DXwand LLC.
Nov 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Restructured the entire technology team, encompassing both AI and engineering, to align with modern best practices and strategic goals. Overhauled the AI team, replacing outdated NLP techniques with state-of-the-art Generative AI methodologies, significantly advancing the team’s capabilities. Created a patent-ready technology, which the company is in the process of registering as intellectual prop
VP, R&D and Solutions Design
Skymind Global Limited
Aug 2020 - Oct 2022 (2 years 2 months)
Led the company transformation from AI to AI/IoT products, capitalizing on the DL4J, the famous Java-based Eclipse AI engine. Managed an engineering team of 250+ engineers across 4 countries, driving technology for higher ROI. Successfully led the R&D process with strong hands-on coding for advanced Bluetooth and AI technologies.
Founder - CTO
Qoudra (HEXio)
Apr 2012 - Apr 2020 (8 years)
Established a technical and educational foundation for future portfolio companies. Developed various core technologies providing cross-domain competitive edge. Successfully forked 6 startups across 3 countries focused on IoT, AI, and Blockchain with a successful exit.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Not specified
Bachelor of Science, Engineering
Studied engineering principles with a focus on computer science. Gained foundational knowledge in various technical domains.
Not specified
Post Graduate Studies, Swarm Intelligence
Focused on advanced concepts in swarm intelligence. Conducted in-depth research and analysis in this specialized field.
Availability
Location
MalaysiaAuthorized to work in
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