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Our People

Knowend combines people-development expertise, public policy and sustainable economic development experience to deliver programs suited to each organisation's needs.

Our People

Experienced practitioners, each bringing a distinct field of expertise

Our people bring together leadership development, international development, public policy and sustainable economic growth — so the programs we design are informed by deep, real-world expertise.

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Shady Boktor

MLead

Founder · Leadership & People Development

A purpose-driven business and people leader with over 20 years' experience in leadership, business, and people development. With a Master's in Leadership, he empowers individuals and teams to discover their potential, lead with purpose, and create meaningful impact.

Combining strategic thinking with commercial insight across product development, marketing, and revenue growth, Shady turns vision into action — building capable people, high-performing teams, and organisations positioned for sustainable success.

LeadershipPeople developmentStrategy & commercial insightYouth & young adult communicationProduct developmentTeam development
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Dr. Maryam Davis

Ph.D

International Development & Public Policy

Over 20 years' experience in international development, human rights, public policy and philanthropy planning — working with UN agencies, governments and NGOs, and advising high-level officials.

Her expertise spans public health, child protection, behavioural change and social mobilization. She holds a Master's in International Development and a PhD in Public Policy & Administration.

International developmentPublic policyPublic healthChild protectionBehavioural change
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Dr. Richard Berkshire

Ph.D

Sustainable Economic Development & Fintech

Over 30 years' experience in business, investment banking, urban development and sustainable communities — accelerating sustainable economic growth across private sector and NGO roles.

An expert in blockchain, digital assets and fintech strategy, he has advised high-net-worth individuals, family offices, businesses and municipalities across the USA, GCC and EMEA. He holds a PhD in Public Policy, an MBA/MS in Cyber Security and a BSc in International Trade.

Sustainable economic developmentInvestment & bankingBlockchain & digital assetsFintechBusiness continuity

How we deliver

Knowend combines people-development expertise, practical facilitation and a network of experienced practitioners to deliver programs suited to each organisation's needs.

  • Programs delivered by an experienced practitioner
  • Network of facilitators matched to the audience and context
  • Practical, structured and measurable development

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