Fluxx Conference 2025 Honors Two Visionaries Driving Education and Renewable Energy in the Middle East

The prestigious Fluxx Conference 2025 – Qatar Edition recognized two exceptional leaders for their transformative contributions across the Middle East. David Lazaro, named Director of the Year in Education and Hasan Daouk, awarded Business Development Expert of the Year, are shaping the future of education and renewable energy in the region.

David Lazaro, a long-time advocate for accessible learning, leads Edraak, one of the Arab world’s largest digital learning platforms. With over 10 million active users, Edraak provides free courses in ICT, coding and career readiness, enabling young people across the region to build skills for the future economy. Lazaro emphasizes that education is more than content; it requires mentorship, guidance and real-world engagement. Under his leadership, Edraak has expanded initiatives in Morocco, Jordan, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, equipping learners with tools to succeed in technology-driven careers while aligning with national development goals.

Hasan Daouk, Vice President of Sales at FTC Solar, has advanced renewable energy adoption across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Specializing in utility-scale solar tracker systems, Daouk combines technical expertise with innovative financing solutions to deliver sustainable energy to diverse and challenging markets. His work prioritizes reliability, affordability and local partnerships, ensuring solar energy serves communities effectively, from large-scale Gulf projects to power-stabilizing solutions in Lebanon.

Both Lazaro and Daouk share a commitment to leveraging technology for meaningful social impact. Their work reflects a broader vision for the Middle East: a region where innovation meets human need and where transformative leadership addresses both global trends and local realities.

Commenting on their achievements, a Fluxx Conference spokesperson said:  "David Lazaro and Hasan Daouk exemplify the next generation of leaders driving real change in the Middle East. Their dedication to education and renewable energy highlights how visionary thinking, combined with practical solutions, can create lasting impact in communities across the region."

The recognition of these leaders at Fluxx Conference 2025 underscores the critical role of visionary leadership in shaping sustainable, inclusive growth. Lazaro and Daouk’s achievements serve as a reminder that lasting progress in education and energy depends on combining innovation with empathy, local insight and a focus on outcomes that truly matter to people.