CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Since 2015, Arafat Sakr has held the position of Board Chairman for ICON, its subsidiary company ACROW Misr and Inshaa for Development & Construction. His role in building the companies to the leading position they hold today in the global formwork and scaffolding industry started in 2002 when as CEO, he developed the management system and upgraded the brand and market position with a growth-oriented strategy.

The distressed company underwent a turnaround strategy that focused on product innovation and diversification, helping to regain the company’s competitive edge.

After graduating from Alexandria University’s Faculty of Commerce in 1996, Arafat Sakr established his credentials in the business world by founding Nile Investments Security Company in 1998, where he presided as Executive Director, steadily growing the company until its sale to Naeem Holding for 300m EGP. In addition to his role as Chairman of ICON and ACROW Misr, he also sits as a board member for Mega Investments Holding and Sun Infinite Energy.