Our Founding Partners

Joe Abi-Aad

Joe Abi-Aad, born in Lebanon in 1962, graduated from École Centrale de Paris with a specialization in Software Engineering. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Computer Science from NYU.

Starting his career at Accenture in Paris in 1986, Joe played a key role in developing the back office system for the Paris Stock Exchange. His expertise expanded at GE Information Services, where he led the deployment of electronic commerce communities across Europe for major corporations like Intel, AMD, and Renault.

In 1995, Joe returned to Lebanon and founded Netgate, specializing in website design and development. This initiative evolved into Netiks International sal in 2003, focusing on CRM solutions, AI-powered tools, and digital transformation. Partnering with Georges Antaki in 2003, Joe's leadership has driven Netiks towards innovative CRM implementation services and advanced business performance software.

In 2016, Joe completed the UK Lebanon Technology Hub program, emphasizing innovation and human capital in scaling technology companies like Netiks International. His journey underscores a commitment to personalized customer experiences and secure digital interactions, defining Netiks as a leader in CRM and business solutions.

Georges Antaki

Georges Antaki, born in Lebanon in 1973, graduated with dual degrees in Industrial Engineering and International Affairs/Political Science from the Lebanese-American University. Since 2003, he has been a partner at Netiks International sal, contributing significantly to the company's success through his deep technical expertise and strategic insights.

His leadership has been instrumental in enhancing Netiks' offerings, particularly in CRM solutions, AI-powered CRM, and omnichannel banking software. Antaki's strong understanding of vertical markets like Banking, Government, and Education has bolstered Netiks' rapid growth and high sales performance. He is also actively involved in promoting economic liberalism and private enterprise interests through his membership in the « Rassemblement de Dirigeants et Chefs d’Entreprises Libanais » (RDCL).

Antaki continues to drive innovation in advanced digital solutions, ensuring personalized customer experiences and secure digital interactions for Netiks 360CRM and Netiks 360Bank. His contributions underscore Netiks' commitment to excellence in CRM implementation services, customer relationship management tools, and AI-driven customer insights.