U+ Announces the Appointment of Youssouf Kamal as Managing Partner for the MENA Region

SAN FRANCISCO, (February 5, 2023) – U+, a leader in global digital innovation, is proud to announce the addition of Youssouf Kamal to their team as Managing Partner for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This appointment comes at a time when U+ is rapidly expanding its reach and solidifying its position as a leading provider of corporate research and development services, innovation launches, and the transformation of Fortune 1000 companies' digital ideas into actual products.

Throughout his career, Youssouf has demonstrated a strong ability to drive growth and innovation. He has built a reputation as an expert in corporate innovation, leveraging his experiences from founding his own startup and working with prestigious organizations such as Valyans Consulting, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center, and the Plug and Play Tech Center, among others. Youssouf's involvement in high-profile projects such as Expo 2020 has further solidified his expertise in this field, making him a valuable asset for any organization looking to drive innovation and growth. "We are thrilled to welcome Youssouf to the U+ family," said Jan Beránek, U+ Founder and CEO, "His background in innovation and entrepreneurship, combined with his extensive experience in the MENA region, make him the right person to lead our efforts in this critical and growing market."

Over the past 14 years, U+ has successfully brought over 100 digital ideas to market with a total valuation exceeding $2B across multiple industries, including fintech, energy, telecommunications, health, and automotive.

With Youssouf's appointment, U+ is poised to continue its trajectory of growth and success. This is a major step forward as the company continues to expand its reach and capabilities in the rapidly-growing MENA region.

"I am honored to be joining such a highly regarded and innovative organization," said Youssouf. "I look forward to working with the U+ team to bring their world-class services and expertise to the MENA region and help companies unlock their full potential through digital innovation."

U+'s mission is to be at the forefront of the digital revolution, delivering world-class services and expertise to help companies unlock their full potential through innovation. With the addition of Youssouf, U+ is well positioned to achieve that goal and drive impactful change in the MENA region.