Dr Mahmoud Elmarzouky

Dr. Mahmoud Elmarzouky is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at the University of St Andrews Business School — one of the UK's most prestigious universities — where he also serves as Director of Research and Study Abroad Coordinator. He holds the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation, is a Certified Management and Business Educator, and a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy.
Born in Egypt and now based in the UK, Mahmoud's career embodies the kind of journey that defines truly compelling keynote speakers: from his roots in the Egyptian Tax Authority to a globally recognised academic and executive educator, he has built a career anchored in intellectual rigour, relentless work ethic, and a deep belief in the transformative power of knowledge. He has delivered executive training and corporate education programmes across more than 40 countries, reaching senior finance professionals, board directors, and government officials across the Gulf, Europe, and Africa.
As a researcher, Mahmoud is internationally recognised for his work on ESG and sustainability disclosure, corporate governance, earnings management, digital financial transparency, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. His work has been published in top-tier journals including the Journal of Accounting Literature, Business Strategy and the Environment, and the Journal of Business Research, with research funding from KPMG, the British Academy, and the FRC.
As a speaker, Mahmoud brings something rare: the intellectual firepower of a world-class researcher, the communication skills of an experienced corporate trainer, and the authentic personal narrative of someone who has genuinely overcome adversity to reach the highest levels of his profession. His keynotes challenge audiences to think differently about ESG, leadership, performance, and what it truly means to create lasting value.
He is based in Birmingham and speaks globally.