Ali Bin Towar Al Kuwari

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Ali bin Towar is a representative of Qatar Museums' Year of Culture program and is involved in setting up the English-language "37 TV" for Qatar Media Corporation. He has also represented various official entities, including the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Interior, Culture, Sports, Public Health, Defense, Education, Finance, Transportation, as well as Qatar Energy and Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development.

Ali bin Towar has a passion for civilizations, customs, traditions, and environmental sustainability. He has filmed 405documentaries across 21 countries, even reaching Antarctica. His work has been featured on various platforms, including AlJazeera, Al Jazeera Documentary, TRT Arabic, Kuwait TV, Al Kass Sports Channels, Qatar TV, Monte Carlo Doualiya, andthe Qatar Airways in-flight entertainment system.

ETQAN Documentary 

Etqan 3 - 2023

Etqan 3 highlights Qatar's achievements in various s ctors, focusing especially on digital transformation. The show explores science, technology, and artificial intelligence in advanced countries and features guests who are experts in scientific and technological fields and image-making industries.

Etqan 2 - 2022

The second part of "Etqan" features a range of initiatives created by Qatari talent in areas such as innovation, entrepreneurship, industry, commerce, arts, and social work. Additionally, it explores archaeological sites in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Palestine, showcasing Arab excellence in these regions.

Etqan 1 - 2021

The first part of the "Etqan" documentary highlights Qatar's progress and development across various fields. It provides an in-depth look at the operational mechanisms of different entities, administrations, institutions, and ministries within the State.

Khota El-Rahallah Documentary

Europe - 2020

In 2020, the "Khota El-Rahallah" documentary focus d on Europe, with Ali bin Towar exploring the continent's historyand civilization. He highlighted the significant influence of Islamic civilization on Europe's renaissance.

Republic of China - 2019

This season focused on the Republic of China, delving into its historical, and cultural landmarks. It explores ancient Chinese history, tracing back 2200 years to the first emperor, and continues to the present, highlighting China's progress in various fields.

Turkey - 2018

The documentary showcased the blend of Eastern charm and Western modernity in Turkey, highlighting its landmarks and centuries-old civilization. During the filming, Ali bin Towar took part in the "Sultan Abdul Hamid" program, playing he role of an Al-Shafi’i student.

India - 2017

This segment of "Khota El-Rahallah" focused on the Republic of India, highlighting its rich and diverse cultures, languages, and religions, beginning with the vibrant and bustling city of Mumbai.

North America - 2016

The first season of "Khota El-Rahallah" started by exploring Latin American countries, delving into their cultures, civilizations, customs, and traditions. It highlighted both the similarities and unique aspects of the people in the region. The filming spanned across five countries in Latin America and covered 45 locations.

Achievements & Awards 

Ali bin Towar has received numerous awards and certificates of appreciation for his achievements in media, sports, travel, and environmental sustainability, including:

·  Ambassador of Year of Culture program (Qatar-Indonesia 2023), initiative by Qatar Museums 2023-2024

·  Honored by the President of Rwanda after Ali’s successful organization of (From Ashes) initiative in 2019.

·  Recognized by the Gulf Cooperation Council General Secretariat for his positive contributions to youth work in 2019.

·  Received the Sports Excellence Award from H.E. Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al-Thani, the President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, in 2019.

·  Ali received the "Akhlaquna" award in 2024, an initiative launched by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF).

·  The Sultan Qaboos Prize for Arts and Culture for his effective contribution to educating the Arab and Gulf public 2018

·  Represented Vodafone Qatar brand as an ambassador in numerous local and international events 2018-2019

·  Recognized by the Gulf Cooperation Council General Secretariat for his positive contributions to youth work in 2019.

·  Nominated by the University of Southern California to represent the Middle East region in the USA as a regional influencer 2017-2018

·  Certificate of appreciation from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs for his support and11 representation of Qatar 2017.

·  Certificate of appreciation from the Qatari Navy for his role in supporting sustainability and governance 2012.

·  Honorary Ambassador by China after the success of the “Khota El-Rahallah - China" documentary.

·  Brand ambassador for Ooredoo 2018-2019

·  Honored by the Saudi Cycling Federation 2018

·  Founder of the "Qatar Cyclists" team 2016.

·  Certificate of appreciation from Qatar Cyclists Center for promoting and supporting cycling in Doha 2017

Daniel Bawez is the founder and Managing Partner of KNOWLD Trading and Events Management, a leading firm specialized in finding solutions and developing businesses with twenty years of experience in management performance and strategic planning in multiple industries to include education and corporate training, media and broadcast, events management, and foreign trade. Daniel has built a reputation among vast business network of executives and decision makers in both public and private sectors in GCC region and Europe. 

Before founding KNOWLD in 2017, Daniel held senior positions at serval leading enterprises in government and private sectors in The State of Qatar. He utilized his expertise to develop management performance and strategic planning and focused on finding solutions by prompting strategic partnerships between different entities. Holding an MBA degree in international business from the University of Liverpool and post-graduate diploma in business management from London City University.  

Major Career Highlights

KNOWLD, Founder and Managing Partner

2017 till present, Doha - Qatar 

As founder and Managing Partner, Daniel developed and delivered key projects in multiple domains in events management, sports and culture awareness, education and corporate training, and foreign trade and business matchmaking.

Qatar Media Corporation, Head of KPI Department

2012 till present, Doha - Qatar 

As senior executive at Qatar Media Corporation, Daniel has participated lead many key projects such as developing the strategic outlines and organizational structure with collaborations of KPMG, developing KPI platform, leading a training needs analysis (TNA) with collaboration with BBC academy, London and HBS academy, Paris. Building and leading a memorandum of understanding with Qatar University and other educational institutes to implement internship programs and talent in media broadcast sector. Implementing and leading major digital platform transformation ERP with Microsoft and SAP. 

Gulf Organization for Industrial Consultancy (GOIC), Project Manager

2008 – 2012, Doha - Qatar

As semi-government and diplomatic firm serving the Ministry of Industry in GCC members, the major role at the SG office was focusing on planning and managing industrial events and feasibility studies on behalf of the Ministries of Industries in GCC members. 

New Horizons Computer Learning Center, Business Development Manager

2001 – 2008, Doha - Qatar

As an international computer learning center operates in MENA region, the major role was focusing on corporate training and promoting solution via Management Learning System (LMS) to large corporates in public and private sectors.     

Honors & Awards  

Appreciation Certificate for continuous support of Jossor Institute by Supreme Committee for Delivery & legacy, 2019

Employment Recognition Award by Qatar University, 2016

Appreciation Award by Al Kass Sports Channels, 2016

The Knowld Event is a gathering of individuals who share a passion for technology and innovation. The event brings together entrepreneurs, developers, and investors to network, learn from each other, and share ideas. The event features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and interactive sessions.

C-suite, Certified non-Executive Board Member, Consultant

Expert in the sports and/tech/ media industry. Areas of expertise and consultancy:

Event and/or conferences overall management (small to large scale, local to international)
International comms, Press, PR, Marketing & Conference speaker
Political savvy
Management skills (staff +3000)
Partnerships deals and contract activation
Company detailed organisation and decision implementation
Planning & delivery
Content creation (website/ app /offline publications)
Bidding processes
Executive strategy
Marketing
CSR expertise & project management
Customer servicing
Knowledge management
Training delivery incl. content creation
International business development
Broadcast, Media & digital

IBC (Amsterdam) Council Member
SVG Europe Advisory Board Member
SVG Europe Women -External Head of the Advisory Board
QST_Qatar Sports Tech Certified Mentor (https://qatarsportstech.com/mentors/)

Graduated from ESSEC Executive Education Women Board Ready 2024-Certified independant Board member
Graduated from ESSEC Executive Education with honours in 2016 (GMP/Senior Executive Pg)
Graduated from IMM (Institut Multimedia) Paris- Media & Telecom Leadership Programme 2018-2019
Graduated from ISIT (Interpretation & Translation International Institute)

Honors & Awards

Bronze Award Winner- Category: Innovation for the FIFA &AUB Legacy Weeks Programme (Broadcast Academy) Issued by 4th International Sports Event Management Award · Nov 2010

Mega-event and complexity management. ex International Olympic Committee. Senior advisor to Dubai Expo 2020 Bid and Org Committees. Founder at Futurous

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Our main goal is to be more than a traditional consulting company: to closely support our customers as a committed business partner in all the steps of the internationalization process and assure lean and transparent final outcome.

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