Walid Sheta has been leading Schneider Electric’s Middle East and Africa (MEA) Zone since 2021. He oversees operations across the zone’s 80 countries, which are grouped into six clusters. He manages a diverse team of over 6,500 people representing 67 nationalities. His leadership is defined by a strong commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, harnessing digital innovation and advanced technologies to optimize energy and resource consumption for the benefit of society. With over 30 years of experience in energy management and industrial automation, Walid has a proven track record of success. Before assuming his current role, he served as the Cluster President for Northeast Africa and Levant, managing operations in eight countries, including Egypt, where he spearheaded numerous high-profile mega-projects. Walid's journey with Schneider Electric began in 1994. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership positions globally. Notably, he led the launch of Schneider Electric’s first Regional Distribution Center in Jebel Ali, UAE, in 2001. He also served as the International Accounts Manager for Global Customers in France, Strategy VP for Egypt and Africa, and Country President in Nigeria. Beyond his professional achievements, Walid is passionate about education and upskilling, and he is actively involved in business and educational institutions. He chaired the Egypt Committee of French Trade Advisors (CCEF) from 2018 to 2021 and is a member of the supervisory board of the French University of Egypt (UFE). A French national, of Egyptian origin, Walid holds a master's degree in electronic engineering from the National Institute of Applied Sciences in France.