Tekha Selim is Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Innovest Holding and Innovest Arab Forum, regional investment and entrepreneurship platforms connecting startups, investors, and business leaders. With a network of more than 2,500 active investors, Innovest facilitates investment opportunities, strategic partnerships, and business growth through high-level investment forums, entrepreneurship programs, training initiatives, and television and media platforms, bringing together key stakeholders to advance innovation and investment across the MENA region.
September 2024 - Present
P3Global
Chief Executive Officer
P3Global Technologies architects intelligent technology ecosystems that elevate building performance and operational efficiency at scale. By integrating advanced analytics, smart systems, and real-time data intelligence, the company transforms how assets are monitored, optimized, and managed. Through a strategic blend of technology, automation, and performance insight, P3Global enables organizations to operate smarter, reduce inefficiencies, and unlock measurable long-term value.
October 2017 - Present
Delos
Executive Vice President, Head of MENA Region
Delos is a global wellness leader with a mission to enhance health and well-being in the spaces where we live, work, learn and play. From the beginning, the vision has been simple: all indoor spaces should promote and support health and well-being. Delos leverages its expertise in health sciences and building sciences to curate and develop products, programs and solutions that transform indoor environments into vehicles for health, well-being, performance and resilience.
July 2023- Present
International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)
Vice President, Head of MENA Region
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) leads a global movement to transform health and well-being with a people-first approach to buildings, organizations, and communities. Using the WELL Building Standard (WELL), a scientifically backed roadmap, IWBI certifies spaces that promote human health and well-being. As the largest certification platform for healthy buildings, IWBI spans 132 countries and over 5.1 billion square feet. WELL supports physical and mental health through 10 core concepts, with rigorous performance standards verified by a third party, applicable from single spaces to entire organizations.
January 2016 - March 2018
West Virginia State University
College Instructor
West Virginia State University (WVSU), established in 1891, is a historically black public university located in Institute, West Virginia. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including arts, sciences, business, education, and technology. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and cultural diversity, WVSU provides a supportive and inclusive environment for its students. The university emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, research opportunities, and leadership development, preparing students to excel in their careers and contribute positively to society.
July 2011 - Present
Tekha Group
Founder/CEO
Tekha Group was founded by Tekha Selim, who changed his life for the better in numerous ways. He was driven to help others overcome their own battles and achieve a healthy lifestyle. To achieve this, he collaborated with like-minded professionals globally and started sponsoring various events, seminars, and producing motivational videos. Tekha Selim firmly believed that his mantra of “Dream, Believe, Achieve” was applicable to anyone who had a goal, be it weight loss, quitting smoking, becoming a better athlete, or something else. As a result, Tekha Group evolved into an organization that promoted healthy physical, mental, and emotional lifestyles.
February 21-25, 2016
“Solutions for a Better Life” International Health Conference
Founder
The Solutions for Better Life conference was organized by Tekha Group in collaboration with the World Health Organization, University of Sharjah, and West Virginia State University. The conference brought together thousands of scholars, researchers, professionals, and students from around the world to the UAE, where they discussed ways to improve people’s lives. The conference drew representatives from government and major corporations and received widespread media attention. Leading experts and scholars in the healthcare field attended the international conference to identify and address global health challenges. Additionally, the conference featured an academic symposium and a World Future Leaders Program that involved high school and university students competing from more than 100 countries.
December 12, 2022
The Future of Health, Wellness & Innovation Forum
Founder
The Future of Health, Wellness & Innovation Forum focused on how health and well-being were directly tied to the buildings and communities people spent most of their time indoors, and how healthier and smarter buildings had a direct impact on environmental and sustainability goals. At the Forum, regional and global leaders from several sectors addressed the progress that had been made so far and how they could foster the growth of the WELL healthy building movement through meaningful collaborations between partner organizations both in the UAE and Globally. The Forum featured a lineup of governmental and private sector executives who were both in attendance and spoke during the event.
January 2022 - Present
Qaderoon Youth Foundation
Ambassador & Board Member
Qaderoon Youth Foundation is a non-profit organization that aims to promote sustainable development and national awareness among young people in Egypt. The foundation is registered with the Ministry of Social Solidarity under number 11492. Qaderoon Youth Foundation offers various programs and activities to empower youth, create decent job opportunities, foster social cohesion, and address the challenges that hinder development. Qaderoon Youth Foundation believes that youth are capable of leading positive change and contributing to the prosperity of their country.
January 2014 - July 2015
MPAC Sports
Global Business Development Manager
MPAC Sports Launched into the Gulf region in 2007 and trains over 10 thousand kids Annually. MPAC Sports has established the most unique basketball and Athlete development framework in the MENA Region. The Flagship Dubai basketball School provides unique opportunities for dedicated student athletes training with certified International Coaches from the USA and around the Globe.
February 2010– January 2014
Cleopatra Sports Services
Managing Director, Cleopatra Sports Services
Cleopatra Sports Services is a dynamic sports company with a strong international presence, operating across UAE and Egypt. The organization provides a wide range of sports activities and services tailored to both kids and adults, with a focus on exceptional quality and global standards. Cleopatra’s services encompass a comprehensive suite of skills, including planning, organizing, directing, controlling, leading, and evaluating within the realm of sports.
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