The American University in Cairo (AUC) renewed Sherif Kamel’s (Bio) term as dean of the Onsi Sawiris School of Business, effective 1 July 2026, according to a statement. Kamel — a professor of management and a longtime AUC faculty member — will continue to work to improve the school’s performance, enhance its productivity, and boost operational efficiency.

What they said: “[Kamel’s] tenure has been defined by a bold strategic vision, a commitment to academic excellence, and a relentless drive to position the school as a global leader,” the AUC Provost said in an internal announcement. “He has championed innovation in teaching and learning, launching the region’s first Co-Op Program and integrating sustainability and global challenges into the curriculum.”

PLUS- Local luxury brand management firm Longe Black brought on vice chairman of Elsewedy Electric Mohamed Ahmed Elsewedy as partner and investment director, according to a statement. The move is part of the company’s plans to expand beyond luxury brand consulting and into business incubation, developing projects for companies seeking regional and global growth.

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