The Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP), a vital member of the Qatar Foundation, has recently announced the appointment of Dr. Jack Lau as its president. With an illustrious career spanning over 25 years and extensive expertise in technology, academia, and entrepreneurship, Dr. Lau is poised to lead QSTP into its next phase of growth and innovation.
Dr. Lau brings to QSTP a distinguished track record of leading sustainable ventures across various domains. With personal recognition for 20 patents and experience steering multiple startups as CEO, he has collectively contributed to the development of 45 patented technologies. His expertise extends to crafting technology incubation policies and facilitating venture funding, highlighting his commitment to fostering technological innovation and entrepreneurship.
Expressing his enthusiasm for his new role, Dr. Lau stated, “I am honoured and excited to join Qatar Science & Technology Park as its president. QSTP has made incredible contributions to the technology development and entrepreneurship landscape in Qatar through its robust and collaborative ecosystem. I look forward to leading QSTP’s exceptional team to continue building the organisation’s legacy of excellence and drive further innovation and growth.”
Dr. Lau’s proficiency in design thinking, financial technology, and artificial intelligence (AI), coupled with his dual roles as a practitioner and professor, positions him with invaluable insights to play a pivotal role in QSTP’s mission. QSTP aims to serve as a hub of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the region, and Dr. Lau’s appointment underscores the organisation’s commitment to advancing its mission.
“We eagerly anticipate advancing our mission and delivering augmented value to our stakeholders, partners, and the local community under the leadership of Dr. Jack Lau,” stated QSTP.
Dr. Lau’s appointment heralds an exciting new chapter for QSTP, poised to further enhance its contributions to technological development and entrepreneurship in Qatar, fostering innovation and growth in the region.
