Badr Ward

Badr Ward is the founder and CEO of Lamsa - لمسة, a leading educational technology platform for children in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.12 He established Lamsa in January 2013 and has been leading the company since then.1

Career Highlights

Lamsa - لمسة: Badr Ward founded Lamsa with the mission of democratizing education for Arabic-speaking children.1 Under his leadership, Lamsa has become:

• The number one application for children across more than 10 Arabic markets on both Google Play and Apple's App Store2
• A platform delivering digital interactive learning experiences to over 20 million Arabic-speaking children globally2

Previous Experience: Before founding Lamsa, Badr Ward held several leadership positions:

• CEO of Mobile Content Company (2008-2012)1
• Managing Director at Bravo Telecom Company (2009-2010)1
• Co-founder and Chairman of Fi-Me (2008-2010)1
• Business Development Manager at EJADA (2004-2009)1

Recognition

Badr Ward has received notable recognition for his work in educational technology:

• Selected by the World Economic Forum as a member of the Global Future Council2
• Honored as an "Innovative Educator" by Expo 20202
• Lamsa was chosen as the "Best App for Kids in MENA" in 20173

Badr Ward's work through Lamsa aims to provide a comprehensive learning companion for children during their crucial developmental years, focusing on early childhood development and leveraging the latest in educational technology.2