Board Members & Management Team

Nayer Fouad is the co-founder of Infinity, the leading renewable energy solutions provider in Egypt and Africa, and Managing Partner of Infinity Power, a joint venture between Infinity and Masdar. Fouad co-founded Infinity in 2014, playing a key role in scaling the company from a small start-up to becoming the largest renewable energy company in Egypt today. As a part of his role at Infinity, he has been responsible for developing meticulously planned renewable energy solutions across scales and technologies.

He has been instrumental in leading teams to close and deliver the first and only PV plot in Benban, Aswan under the FIT Round 1 guidelines with non-recourse financing, on time, while adhering to world-class specifications. The team under his leadership stayed the course by delivering four more plots in FIT Round 2.

Fouad has contributed immensely in building partnerships with major investors, world-class partners and global experts to deliver exponential growth. He has also played a pertinent role in the continued success, growth and expansion of Infinity EV, and under his guidance, Infinity EV has built the largest EV charging network in Egypt.

Furthermore, Fouad has been at the forefront of Infinity’s expansion into new markets in Africa. He has been actively involved in spearheading the company's expansion efforts across the continent, leading to the establishment of Infinity Power in collaboration with Masdar, in 2020. Through this joint venture, Fouad played a pivotal role in the acquisition of Lekela Power, which marked Africa's biggest renewable energy deal in 2023.

This transaction propelled Infinity Power to become the largest renewable energy company on the continent.

Previously, Fouad co-founded a construction firm, IND, for residential, commercial and development projects in 2009. The firm has now become the construction arm of Infinity, building over 230 MW of solar projects in the Africa’s biggest solar park to date in Benban Aswan, Egypt. In 1998, he also established Arkitech, an independent architecture, planning and interior design firm in Cairo, specializing in residential, commercial, leisure, and urban development projects modeled around his own contemporary vision. Fouad was born and raised in Paris, France and graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University. He also has a Master’s Degree in Architecture and Urban Planning from Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Paris.

Abdulla Zayed is Director of Development & Investment for Asia and Africa at Masdar. He is responsible for implementing Masdar’s growth strategy by overseeing the company’s business and project origination, development, and investment activities for utility-scale clean energy projects in Asia Pacific, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Africa.

In addition, in his capacity as CEO of  MW Energy, he manages a joint venture between Masdar and W Solar, a subsidiary of Alpha Dhabi Holding, to expand the renewable energy portfolio of both companies globally. Within Masdar and MW Energy, Mr. Zayed currently manages a pipeline of projects of more than 30 gigawatts in over 35 countries in Asia Pacific, CIS, and Africa. He plays a leading role in directing and defining    MW Energy and Masdar’s strategy.

He is also responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and leveraging strategic partnerships with local and international developers.

Mr. Zayed joined Masdar in 2009 as a financial and commercial analyst and also worked as a quality engineer during the construction of the100MW Shams 1 plant. In 2012, he joined the General Secretariat of the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi and rejoined Masdar in 2016 as a business development manager before assuming his current leadership roles within Masdar and MW Energy.

Mr. Zayed attended the UAE Higher Colleges of Technology, graduating as a mechanical engineering 2009 and obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Management in 2012.

Ahmed Mulla has been working in the international renewable energy industry for over twenty years and is driven by a singular vision of delivering affordable, sustainable, clean power to the masses.

Mulla started his career in Venture Capital before turning to renewables, where he worked as an R&D engineer, an engineering consultant, a strategist, a project manager, a development director exploring new market opportunities in Africa, MENA region, CIS countries and beyond, at big names in the industry including E.on Climate & Renewables, FRV, Scatec Solar, and Masdar.

Mulla has a Masters in Arts, a Masters in Engineering, and a Bachelors (with Honours) in Electrical, Electronic and Information Systems Engineering from the University of Cambridge.

Joachim Altpeter has over 25 years of P&L responsibility and leadership in the renewable energy industry and a deep understanding of global solar and wind energy markets.

He disposes of extensive PV solar, Wind and Battery Storage project development and execution experience across Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa and U.S.. He has a profound technical and financial understanding of the Renewable Energy industry.

His wide network comprises of project developers and suppliers as well as EPC and financing institutions alike.

Altpeter is now responsible for managing the overall execution of new projects and the asset management of the existing portfolio projects. He is also involved in the strategic business development of Infinity Power. His passion is to make renewable energy projects real.

Ashish Ranjan is an esteemed technology executive with over 15 years of extensive international experience in the renewable energy sector, spanning project development, construction, and operations.

As a dynamic leader, he has successfully driven energy business growth and spearheaded technical functions at renowned organizations like Vestas, Enel Green Power, DNV, and ACWA Power. Currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Infinity Power Holding, Ashish's visionary approach and profound expertise have significantly contributed to the company's success and innovation in the renewables industry.

With a strong educational foundation in Electrical Engineering from VIT University, India, Ashish possesses an in-depth understanding of the intricate nuances of the renewable energy domain. His vast knowledge and proven track record make him a valuable asset in shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions

Adham, a seasoned HR executive and current Chief Human Capital at Infinity Power Holding, brings over 30 years of experience in steering organizational success through strategic HR initiatives. In his role as Chief People Officer, he adeptly crafts and executes HR strategies aligning with company goals, fostering high-performance cultures in sectors like banking, food industry, and renewable energy.

Adham's commitment to continuous professional development, complemented by a master's in human resources and a bachelor's in professional accounting, positions him as a distinguished leader contributing significantly to organizational success through effective HR practices.