I am an innovative and strategic leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, VR, AR, MR, and 3D software development. I have a proven track record in conceptualizing, selling, designing, and developing immersive real-time 3D solutions that significantly enhance client engagement and business growth. I am skilled at orchestrating collaborative teams, mentoring talent, and forging strong industry partnerships, driving technical initiatives from conception to completion across various sectors. Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in emerging technologies including large language models, generative AI, blockchain, and real-time 3D engines such as Unity3D and Unreal Engine. I am passionate about leveraging AI and 3D visualization technologies to build innovative applications for industries like real estate, automotive, tourism, media, and marketing. My commitment is to deliver excellence in technology solutions that transform business and marketing landscapes.

Ahmed Assal

I am an innovative and strategic leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, VR, AR, MR, and 3D software development. I have a proven track record in conceptualizing, selling, designing, and developing immersive real-time 3D solutions that significantly enhance client engagement and business growth. I am skilled at orchestrating collaborative teams, mentoring talent, and forging strong industry partnerships, driving technical initiatives from conception to completion across various sectors. Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in emerging technologies including large language models, generative AI, blockchain, and real-time 3D engines such as Unity3D and Unreal Engine. I am passionate about leveraging AI and 3D visualization technologies to build innovative applications for industries like real estate, automotive, tourism, media, and marketing. My commitment is to deliver excellence in technology solutions that transform business and marketing landscapes.

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I am an innovative and strategic leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, VR, AR, MR, and 3D software development. I have a proven track record in conceptualizing, selling, designing, and developing immersive real-time 3D solutions that significantly enhance client engagement and business growth. I am skilled at orchestrating collaborative teams, mentoring talent, and forging strong industry partnerships, driving technical initiatives from conception to completion across various sectors.

Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in emerging technologies including large language models, generative AI, blockchain, and real-time 3D engines such as Unity3D and Unreal Engine. I am passionate about leveraging AI and 3D visualization technologies to build innovative applications for industries like real estate, automotive, tourism, media, and marketing. My commitment is to deliver excellence in technology solutions that transform business and marketing landscapes.

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Work Experience

Business Development and Tech. Lead at Vertex Motion Labs
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Co-founder and technological leader managing creative emerging tech solutions and innovation consulting. Leading research and development on scalable pixel streaming, advanced RAG, and knowledge graph integration with AI agents. Driving global partnerships, sales pipelines, and client acquisition. Responsible for team recruitment, coaching, and feasibility studies for AI projects including Legal Assistant AI, Corporate Data Search Engine, AI Interview System, and AI Meetings Insights.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at Augmentoria Inc.
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Directed AI/ML and real-time 3D leadership for a sophisticated metaverse platform integrating Unreal Engine 5, pixel streaming, blockchain, NFTs, and generative AI technologies. Led team management, market analysis, strategy development, partnerships with governments and brands, and successful customer acquisition, notably leveraging the Qatar World Cup 2022.
Real-time 3D Tech Lead at Sightline Vision AB
April 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024
Technical lead overseeing development of Neo4 real-time 3D real estate sales solution. Spearheaded pixel streaming integration, scalability on cloud platforms, client engagement, and multidisciplinary team leadership blending software, 3D visualization, and VR/AR expertise. Delivered innovative projects and drove business expansion in real estate marketing.
Co-founder, Business Development, and CTO at News Hues Inc.
August 1, 2020 - March 31, 2023
Led development of an interactive 3D virtual metaverse for citizen journalism and news creation, integrating Unity3D, generative AI, blockchain, NFTs, and RAG pipelines. Managed market segmentation, target market selection, recruitment for XR and AI talent, branding, and customer acquisition leading to successful product adoption and sales.
AI|VR|AR|MR|3D Advisor at Cybercom Sweden
May 1, 2018 - October 31, 2020
Consulted and led design and development of XR and 3D service offerings. Drove market analysis, team structuring, and pipeline automation. Delivered keynote speeches, collaborated on strategic partnerships, closed major sales including Autoliv account, managed multidisciplinary teams, and led innovation in photogrammetry, AR/VR, and AI technologies for diverse clients.
Senior Consultant at Cybercom Group AB
November 1, 2017 - April 30, 2018
Provided expert technology consulting focused on XR and AI solutions, supporting client initiatives across Sweden and the Nordics.
Co-founder and Managing Director at Vertex Technologies
August 1, 2003 - June 30, 2015
Led business development and technical leadership to deliver 3D real-time graphics, virtual reality, and multi-touch solutions. Developed proprietary real-time 3D engines for real estate and automotive, optimized rendering pipelines, and forged long-term corporate and government client relationships.
Co-founder, Managing Partner at Vertex Motion Studios
June 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014
Directed architectural visualization and 3D production studio operations with primary focus on business development and technical artistry. Created immersive marketing campaigns and managed production pipelines ensuring quality delivery for clients across the Middle East.
Co-founder, Managing Partner at Vennovations
April 1, 2009 - June 30, 2011
Led business development and creative technology for immersive on-ground experiential marketing campaigns utilizing multi-touch and AR technologies to craft innovative user engagement solutions for marketing agencies and brands.
Systems Sales Engineer at Integrated Systems
January 1, 2002 - July 31, 2003
Pioneered introduction and sale of real-time on-air graphics systems to key broadcasting clients including Egyptian Radio Television Union, managing client requirement analysis, presentations, and system integration for turnkey broadcast solutions.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at Vertex Motion Labs
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Led creative emerging technology solutions and innovation consulting, including research and development in scalable pixel streaming, advanced Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), knowledge graphs, and AI agents. Managed business development and sales pipelines, forged global partnerships, and recruited and coached teams to deliver AI-powered enterprise systems.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at Augmentoria Inc.
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Directed the creation of a 3D metaverse platform integrating generative AI, blockchain, and NFT technologies. Developed real-time graphics using Unreal Engine 5 and pixel streaming. Led market analysis, strategic positioning, partnership development, and successful early customer acquisition during Qatar World Cup 2022.
Technical Lead at Sightline Vision AB
April 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024
Oversaw real-time 3D interactive solutions for real estate marketing and sales, led project and team management, developed the Neo4 platform using Unreal Engine and pixel streaming, and drove business development and market expansion strategies across the Nordics.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at News Hues Inc.
August 1, 2020 - March 31, 2023
Championed the development of a 3D virtual world/metaverse for citizen journalism that integrates generative AI and blockchain technology. Led recruitment, branding, early sales, and strategic AI pipeline design to enhance interactive news experiences.
AI|VR|AR|MR|3D Advisor at Cybercom Group AB
May 1, 2017 - October 31, 2020
Designed and led XR and 3D offerings, conducted market segmentation and gap analysis, coached team members, and worked on technology evaluations and prototyping. Managed major client accounts including Autoliv, H&M, Scania, Ericsson, and Volvo, leading multi-disciplinary project teams and contributing to business growth.
Senior Consultant at Cybercom Group AB
November 1, 2017 - April 30, 2018
Provided consultancy services focusing on technology and market solutions in XR and AI spheres across Sweden and Nordics.
Co-founder and Managing Director at Vertex Technologies
August 1, 2003 - June 30, 2015
Led business development and technology for real-time 3D graphics, virtual reality, and multi-touch solutions. Managed product lifecycle, negotiated deals, built corporate relationships, and developed proprietary software engines tailored for real estate and automotive industries.
Co-founder, Managing Partner at Vertex Motion Studios
June 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014
Directed architectural visualization and 3D productions studio activities including business development, technical leadership, technical artistry, and full 3D production pipeline design and staff training.
Co-founder, Managing Partner at Vennovations
April 1, 2009 - June 30, 2011
Managed immersive experiential marketing campaigns deploying multi-touch, auto-stereoscopic displays, VR CAVEs, and augmented reality. Led business development, client relations, delivery, technical creativity, and team coordination.
Systems Sales Engineer at Integrated Systems
January 1, 2002 - July 31, 2003
Sold turnkey broadcast solutions and major hardware/software systems to clients including Egypt Radio Television Union. Managed client requirements analysis, technical specifications, presentations, and complex sales processes.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at Vertex Motion Labs
March 1, 2023 - June 10, 2024
Co-founded and lead business development and technology initiatives focused on creative emerging tech solutions and innovation consulting. Led research and development on scalable pixel streaming, advanced retrieval-augmented generation, and knowledge graph integration combined with AI agents for advanced AI architectures. Forged global partnerships, led sales pipelines, and drove client acquisition. Provided leadership in recruitment, coaching, and conducting feasibility and project planning including MVPs and PoCs across various AI and tech domains.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at Augmentoria Inc.
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Directed AI/ML and real-time 3D technology leadership for a sophisticated metaverse project combining Unreal Engine 5, Pixel Streaming, Blockchain, NFTs, and generative AI. Created dynamic generative pipelines leveraging large language and diffusion models. Developed market strategies, partnerships, and customer acquisition, including during the Qatar World Cup 2022. Demonstrated expertise at the intersection of AI, blockchain, and real-time 3D technologies.
Tech. Lead at Sightline Vision AB
April 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024
Led real-time 3D interactive solutions for real estate marketing and sales. Managed project teams, developed Neo4 property sales solutions, and led implementation of scalable Pixel Streaming on cloud platforms. Worked on business development, client engagement, and integrating advanced technologies into multidisciplinary project teams combining software engineering, 3D visualization, and VR/AR expertise.
Business Development and Tech. Lead at News Hues Inc.
August 1, 2020 - March 31, 2023
Led business development and technology for an interactive 3D virtual world and news metaverse utilizing Unity engine, generative AI, and blockchain/NFT technologies. Managed AI pipeline development for real-time multimodal responses. Executed market analysis, recruitment, branding, lead generation, and closed early sales, significantly improving audience interaction and innovation in digital news dissemination.
AI|VR|AR|MR|3D Advisor at Cybercom Group AB
May 1, 2018 - October 31, 2020
Designed and drove XR and 3D software offerings for mid/large technology consulting firm. Provided market analysis, team coaching, business development, and sales support. Led client demos, proposals, and project management for major accounts including Autoliv, H&M, Ikea, and Ericsson. Managed multi-disciplinary teams delivering real-world AI and XR solutions, prototyping, and innovation in photogrammetry and AR/VR technologies.
Senior Consultant at Cybercom Group AB
November 1, 2017 - April 30, 2018
Provided consulting services within a mid/large technology consulting firm.
Co-founder and Managing Director at Vertex Technologies
August 1, 2003 - June 30, 2015
Co-founded and managed a 3D real-time graphics, virtual reality, and multi-touch solutions provider. Led business development, product lifecycle management, and technical leadership for advanced 3D visualization engines tailored for real estate and automotive industries. Negotiated contracts and built client relationships, led teams, and drove innovation in interactive software and real-time rendering technologies.
Co-founder, Managing Partner, and Lead Technical Artist at Vertex Motion Studios
June 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014
Led business development and technical artistry for architectural visualization and 3D production studios. Created compelling sales strategies, managed client accounts, and developed 3D production pipelines. Directed immersive 3D/AR/VR experiences and CGI productions for marketing campaigns, events, and visualization films.
Co-founder, Managing Partner, and Lead Creative Technologist at Vennovations
April 1, 2009 - June 30, 2012
Led business development, sales, and creative technology for on-ground and immersive experiential marketing campaigns. Built sales pipelines and partnerships with marketing agencies, developed innovative multi-touch and AR/VR interactive solutions, and managed multidisciplinary creative teams to deliver impactful experiences.
Systems Sales Engineer at Integrated Systems
January 1, 2002 - July 31, 2003
Introduced and sold on-air real-time graphics systems to major clients like the Egyptian Radio Television Union (ERTU). Managed client relations, system requirements analysis, tender specification support, and conducted presentations ensuring successful integration and team training.
Business Development and Tech. Lead / CTO / Co-founder at Vertex Motion Labs
March 1, 2023 - Present
Leading research, development, and business development for creative emerging technology solutions, including scalable pixel streaming, advanced retrieval-augmented-generation, and knowledge graphs integrated with advanced AI agent technologies. Responsible for global partnerships, sales pipeline design, customer acquisition, team recruitment, coaching, and project feasibility studies with successful delivery of AI-powered legal assistant and enterprise search solutions.
Business Development and Tech. Lead / CTO / Co-founder at Augmentoria Inc.
September 1, 2022 - Present
Directed the development of a sophisticated 3D travel metaverse platform integrating Unreal Engine 5, Pixel Streaming, generative AI, blockchain, and NFT technologies. Led market analysis, go-to-market strategy, partnership building with governments and brands, and executed online sales funnels acquiring early customers during the Qatar World Cup 2022.
Real-time 3D Tech Lead at Sightline Vision AB
January 31, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Led technical strategy, project management, and team leadership for real estate marketing and sales 3D interactive solutions. Developed Neo4 real-time sales solution and spearheaded scalable pixel streaming deployments on cloud platforms. Engaged in business development and client relations, delivering immersive virtual building experiences with multidisciplinary teams.
Business Development and Tech. Lead / CTO / Co-founder at News Hues Inc.
March 31, 2023 - August 25, 2025
Led the creation of an interactive 3D news metaverse leveraging Unity3D, advanced generative AI, and blockchain/NFTs. Managed AI pipelines, RAG, knowledge graphs, and multi-modal real-time responses. Directed market segmentation, branding, recruitment, sales, and customer acquisition impacting citizen journalism and digital news spaces.
AI|VR|AR|MR|3D Advisor / Senior Consultant at Cybercom Group AB
October 31, 2020 - August 25, 2025
Designed and led XR and 3D technology offerings, market and gap analysis, production workflow, and automation. Delivered technical leadership and sales activities including securing major accounts such as Autoliv with multiple XR applications. Led prototypes, demos, and integration of photogrammetry, AR, VR, and AI technologies across multiple industry sectors.
Senior Consultant at Cybercom Group AB
April 30, 2018 - August 25, 2025
Provided consultancy in emerging technologies, contributed to project delivery and client engagement in Sweden and Nordics technology markets.
Co-founder, Managing Director, Business Development and CTO at Vertex Technologies
June 30, 2015 - August 25, 2025
Led business growth, design, and development of real-time 3D interactive solutions and engines for real estate, automotive, and other industries. Developed and optimized proprietary high-performance photorealistic rendering engines, managed product lifecycles, closed sponsorship deals, and directed teams across Middle East.
Co-founder, Managing Partner, Business Development and Lead Technical Artist at Vertex Motion Studios
December 31, 2014 - August 25, 2025
Focused on business development and technical leadership in architectural visualization and 3D production studios. Oversaw sales, client relationships, pipeline development, coaching, and delivery of immersive campaigns across AEC, Oil & Gas, and manufacturing sectors.
Co-founder, Managing Partner, Business Development and Lead Creative Technologist at Vennovations
June 30, 2012 - August 25, 2025
Built sales pipelines generating $4.5M in 12 months, developed immersive experiential marketing campaigns using multi-touch, AR, VR, and 3D display technologies for major marketing agencies and corporate clients. Led creative technology design and integration, supplier negotiations, and team training.
Systems Sales Engineer at Integrated Systems
July 31, 2003 - August 25, 2025
Introduced and sold on-air real-time graphics systems to the Egyptian Radio Television Union. Managed complex sales cycles involving hardware, software, training, and integration.

Education

Master’s Program in Machine Learning at KTH Royal Institute of Technology
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Bachelor of Science at American University in Cairo (AUC)
February 1, 1995 - February 28, 2003
Master’s Program in Machine Learning at KTH Royal Institute of Technology
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science at American University in Cairo
February 1, 1995 - February 28, 2003
Master’s Program in Machine Learning at KTH Royal Institute of Technology
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Bachelor of Science at American University in Cairo (AUC)
February 1, 1995 - February 28, 2003
Master’s Program in Machine Learning at KTH Royal Institute of Technology
September 1, 2015 - August 25, 2025
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science at American University in Cairo (AUC)
February 1, 1995 - February 1, 2003

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Software & Internet, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services