Said Taha

Said Taha occupies the Esteemed role of Senior Vice President, presiding over the Solutions Sales & Consulting/Services division within Elsevier's Academic and Government sector. In this capacity, he assumes leadership for the Strategic Research Intelligence, Life Science, and Engineering Solutions portfolios.

His purview extends to global engagement with the Academic and Government sectors.

With unwavering dedication, Said is deeply committed to bolstering the academic missions of universities worldwide. His profound dedication is rooted in equipping these institutions with the requisite tools to make judicious decisions. Leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies, Said actively strives to unveil and leverage scientific trends that catalyse advancements in research.

For nearly two decades, Said has been an active figure in supporting research leaders and decision-makers across the globe. His contribution has been commended in the development and realization of institutional and national research objectives in many nations.

Said has had the distinct privilege of engaging with and advising numerous esteemed research leaders and government officials across more than 80 countries. His extensive career journey has led him to traverse numerous university campuses, enriching his global perspective.

Before his tenure at Elsevier, Said distinguished himself at Hoffman La Roche, a preeminent player in the pharmaceutical industry.

Said Taha is a distinguished alumnus, having earned an MBA from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport in Cairo. Furthermore, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Cairo University.

Presently, Said calls New York home, where he shares his life with his cherished wife and two beloved daughters.