2024 Brock University Faculty of Mathematics and Science Distinguished Graduate Award<\/a>.<\/p>\nAbeidat\u2019s interest in the world around him led to Brock’s sciences programs, ultimately choosing Computer Science for the diversity of experiences it offered.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou can learn anything, really, through computing,\u201d he said. \u201cIf you\u2019re building a software system that has to do with finance, you learn finance. If you do it for shipping, you\u2019ll learn shipping.\u201d<\/p>\n
Abeidat\u2019s first industry experience was in tourism in the public sector. During his third year at Brock, he interned with JMR Software Systems (now JMR Logics) doing programming work for Niagara Parks Commission. The governmental agency was so impressed, they offered him a contract to continue his work with them once he graduated.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe internship positioned me to where I am today,\u201d he said. “The choice of company, the support I had from Brock to help coach me through what it is like to have a grown-up job where I\u2019m responsible for milestones and deliverables.\u201d<\/p>\n
After a few different experiences embracing entrepreneurship, Abeidat got the urge to try something new. Having heard about Dubai\u2019s rapid transformation into a regional tech and business hub, with the growth of Dubai Internet City and ambitious projects reshaping the city, he decided to move there to seek new work. He spent three years working for a logistics and supply chain company building logistics-focused systems before returning to Canada to take on leadership roles with well-known companies such as ADP and The Weather Network.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am ticking as many boxes as possible in terms of how much exposure to different problem domains because of my curious nature and passion for learning,\u201d he said. \u201cAt the same time, I wanted to be ready with whatever sector it is, whether it\u2019s business-to-business, business-to-consumer, or government-to-business-to-consumer.\u201d<\/p>\n
Abeidat spent seven years in Canada climbing the corporate ladder before his curiosity drew him back to Dubai, where he started a consulting company that helped startups with their tech needs. As more skyscrapers and office buildings dotted the city\u2019s skyline, he took an opportunity to work with a software company focused on the property market. He also worked with the Government of Dubai on digital transformation and with the global logistics and supply chain company Aramex.<\/p>\n
Corporate trips back and forth to Jordan eventually led to an opportunity to work in digital transformation with the Office of the Crown Prince. He is now the Director of the Digital Transformation Unit for the Prime Ministry of Jordan.<\/p>\n
In this role, Abeidat identifies opportunities to better serve Jordan\u2019s citizens through technological advancements and efficiencies. He is proud to contribute to the country\u2019s development and enjoys making a positive difference.<\/p>\n
\u201cOrganizations often focus on a certain customer segment, but with the government, we serve our country and citizens,\u201d he said. \u201cMaking a fraction of a difference in someone\u2019s life, wow, it just blows my mind sometimes.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to his work, Abeidat finds time for his health and education. In addition to waking up every morning at 5 a.m. to fit in a workout as a certified CrossFit coach, he has completed several courses related to technology leadership and digital transformation. He is nearly finished a master\u2019s in artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n
Abeidat credits his success to his curious nature and to being \u201ccomfortable with the uncomfortable,\u201d and advises others to learn, adapt and explore.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt might feel awkward to get out of your comfort zone, but the valuable lessons you learn will help you evolve.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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