Parenting the AI Generation Forum Speaker Profile

Professor Ibrahim Aljarah

Professor Ibrahim Aljarah is one of the Arab world’s leading artificial intelligence researchers, combining internationally recognized academic excellence with practical leadership in AI strategy, digital transformation, and national policy development.

Professor Ibrahim Aljarah is a globally recognized artificial intelligence expert, researcher, and technology strategist whose work bridges academia, industry, and public policy. As both a leading AI scientist and executive, he has helped shape how governments and organizations adopt artificial intelligence responsibly while advancing world-class research in machine learning and data science.

Leading AI Strategy and Digital Transformation

Professor Aljarah serves as Chief AI Officer at Arrowad Group and Kaizen Consulting in Saudi Arabia, where he leads initiatives in artificial intelligence, data strategy, and digital transformation. He also serves as CEO of AI Crunch (Arab Pioneers for Artificial Intelligence), helping organizations leverage advanced AI technologies to improve decision-making, innovation, and operational performance.

His work focuses on translating complex AI technologies into practical solutions that create measurable value for governments and private-sector organizations.

Academic Excellence and Global Research Impact

Alongside his executive leadership, Professor Aljarah is a Full Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Jordan. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from North Dakota State University (USA), a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Information Systems from Jordan University of Science and Technology, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Yarmouk University.

His research interests include:

Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Data Mining
Big Data Analytics
Data Governance
Intelligent Optimization

Professor Aljarah has published more than 140 scientific papers, receiving over 23,000 citations. His research has earned international recognition, and he is consistently ranked among the world’s most influential researchers by Clarivate.

Shaping Jordan’s AI Future

Beyond research, Professor Aljarah plays an important role in developing Jordan’s national AI ecosystem. He contributed to the development of Jordan’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2023-2027) and helped draft the country’s AI Code of Ethics, supporting the responsible, ethical, and effective adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.

His involvement demonstrates a commitment to ensuring AI serves society while balancing innovation, governance, and public trust.

National Leadership and Advisory Roles

Professor Aljarah serves on several influential national committees and governing bodies, including:

Artificial Intelligence Committee at the Higher Council for Science and Technology
National Data and Artificial Intelligence Council
Board of Trustees of Al Hussein Technical University
Executive Council of the National Center for Curriculum Development

Through these roles, he contributes to AI policy, education reform, technology governance, and national innovation initiatives.

Perspective for Parenting AI Generation

Artificial intelligence is reshaping education, work, parenting, and society. Professor Aljarah brings a rare combination of internationally recognized research, executive leadership, and public policy experience that enables him to explain both the opportunities and the challenges of AI in practical, accessible terms.

For Parenting AI Generation, he offers valuable insights into how AI is transforming learning, future careers, responsible technology adoption, and the skills children and families need to thrive in an AI-driven world.