# Ahmed Raafat

AI/ML Specialist Solutions Architect Manager · AWS UK & Ireland · United Kingdom

Page: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/ahmed-raafat

Ahmed Raafat is Head of Data & AI Specialist Solutions Architects at AWS UK & Ireland, with over 20 years of experience in technology. He helps leading organisations harness AI, machine learning, cloud, and data to drive innovation and business transformation. A trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, Ahmed works with customers on AI strategy and adoption, helping them turn emerging technologies into practical outcomes at scale.

## Sessions at Techne Summit 2026

- [From 10 People to 2: How Ultra Lean Startups Are Being Built Today](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/from-10-people-to-2-how-ultra-lean-startups-are-being-built-today.md): Sat 3 Oct, 2:10 pm – 2:55 pm, The Great Hall, Alexandria
- [Meet & Greet: Ahmed Raafat](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/meet-and-greet-ahmed-raafat.md): Sat 3 Oct, 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Meet & Greet, Alexandria
- [Building Software in the AI Era: The AI-Native SDLC](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/building-software-in-the-ai-era-the-ai-native-sdlc.md): Sun 4 Oct, 2:20 pm – 3:20 pm, Multipurpose Room - Workshops A, Alexandria