Ahmed Elrefaei

Ahmed Safwat Elrefaei
Founder & CEO, Marinoz
Tech Innovator | Digital Transformation Expert | Marine & Tourism Visionary
Ahmed Safwat Elrefaei is a dynamic entrepreneur, digital transformation expert, and visionary founder behind Marinoz the leading global platform for yachting, marine tourism, and luxury sea experiences. Combining technical mastery with bold leadership, Ahmed has carved a unique path across industries ranging from IT and telecommunications to maritime tourism and economic development.
With over a decade of experience, Ahmed is known for his strategic mindset, innovation-driven approach, and deep understanding of diverse sectors. He brings a rare fusion of engineering precision and entrepreneurial passion to every venture he leads.

Academic & Technical Foundations
Ahmed holds a distinguished academic background that reflects his commitment to lifelong learning and tech excellence:
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in E-Business.
• Postgraduate Professional Diploma in Computer Science, with specialization in Cloud Computing & Virtualization
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering.
• Certified in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Over 20 Professional course & Certifications.
His pursuit of advanced studies in AI, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure has enabled him to lead digital transformation efforts with confidence and vision in both public and private sectors.

Entrepreneurial Journey
Ahmed founded Marinoz early in his career with a clear vision to modernize and digitalize marine tourism. While laying the foundations for his company, he simultaneously dedicated himself to enriching his career, technical expertise, and leadership capabilities across a wide range of sectors including Government, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Maritime, Tourism, and Industrial development.
During this phase, Ahmed gained invaluable experience that would later fuel Marinoz’s evolution. Once Marinoz was well-established, he refocused his energy entirely on taking the company to extraordinary levels driving development, innovation, and global expansion. Today, under his leadership, Marinoz is growing beyond Egypt, with operations GCC Region focused in the UAE, KSA, and Oman and other global destinations, with a clear mission to redefine luxury marine experiences worldwide.
 
Vision & Values
Ahmed’s leadership philosophy centers on human-centric innovation, digital empowerment, and a customer-first mindset. His mantra:
“Technology isn’t here to replace us; it’s here to elevate us.”