Dr. Issam Krimi

Biography

Dr. Issam Krimi is the Head of the Innovation and Creativity Department in the Science and Environment Sector at ICESCO, where he leads initiatives at the intersection of science diplomacy, innovation, and technologies across 53 Member States.

His work focuses on mobilizing science and innovation to address shared grand challenges, strengthen South-South cooperation, and reduce technological inequalities. He is spearheading The 53 Futures, an initiative connecting innovators and solutions across the Islamic world, as well as ICESCO’s work on inclusive access to advanced computing infrastructure, positioning shared scientific infrastructure as a mechanism for science diplomacy, capacity building, and cross-border collaboration.

Dr. Krimi holds a PhD in Decision Science and is a PMP-certified professional. He has worked across academia, industry, and international policy, with expertise in innovation ecosystems, AI, emerging technologies, and science diplomacy. He also serves as Innovation Lead at OCP Group and is a faculty member at institutions in Morocco, France, and the UAE.