Maaz Sheikh is CEO of STARZPLAY, the leading video-on-demand platform in the region bringing the best of entertainment and sports. Under his leadership, STARZPLAY concluded an investment from E-Vision, a subsidiary of e& and ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, who acquired a majority equity stake of 57% in the company at a valuation of $420M. Maaz is a prominent Linkedin influencer with a powerful voice. The CEO Magazine declared him 'Media CEO of the Year'. He has been recognized in the 'GCC 100 - Inspiring Leaders' and 'DXB 100 - Influential People Helping Shape the Emirate.'
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