Deepak Padmanabhan

Deepak Padmanabhan is a Partner at tenten100, a strategic advisory firm specializing in foresight and strategy.12 He brings over 35 years of global experience in the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sector.1

Professional Background

Deepak's expertise lies in several key areas:

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Investment
• Operational Transformation
• Value Creation2

Prior to joining tenten100 in January 2018, Deepak held several significant positions:

• Chief Executive Officer of Emirates International Telecommunications, LLC (EIT) for 16 years2
• Chief Strategy & Business Development Officer of TECOM Investments2

During his tenure at TECOM Investments, Deepak played a crucial role in shaping Dubai's knowledge economy landscape. He was responsible for developing various knowledge clusters in Dubai, including:

• Dubai Internet City
• Dubai Media City
• Knowledge Village
• DuBiotech1

Board Positions

Deepak currently serves on the boards of several public companies:

• Member of the Board at GO plc (since July 2006)2
• Member of the Board of Directors at BMIT Technologies Plc (since May 2021)2
• Member of the Board of Directors at Malta Properties Company Plc (since November 2015, Chairman from 2015 to 2021)23

Other Roles and Interests

In addition to his primary role at tenten100, Deepak is involved in various other activities:

• Founder Member of AngelSpark (since October 2023)2
• Advisory Committee Member for Technology & Innovation at Al Noor Training Centre for Persons with Disabilities (since March 2023)2
• Certified independent board director (IDP) from INSEAD Business School3
• Completed the Oxford Real Estate Program at the Said Business School, University of Oxford3

Deepak Padmanabhan's extensive experience and diverse roles in the TMT sector make him a valuable asset to tenten100 and the companies he advises.