Sami Abdallah is the R&D Head of Strategy, Governance & Product Stewardship at Henkel, based in Dubai. With over a decade of experience in the FMCG industry, Sami has consistently driven excellence in product innovation, regulatory compliance, and strategic governance.

He holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde and is particularly passionate about sustainability, digital transformation, and building consumer-centric, future-ready product systems. His leadership approach is data-driven, collaborative, and focused on delivering meaningful impact at scale—bridging strategic clarity, operational excellence, and responsible innovation.