Journey

Career Progression

General Manager

Led large scale healthcare operations with P&L responsibility, overseeing organizational scaling, market expansion, digital transformation, and team development.

Regional Director

Managed healthcare administration operations across multiple countries, building capabilities from the ground up and advising C suite leadership on expansion strategy.

Operations & Claims Management Specialist

Built foundational expertise in health insurance administration and provider coordination.

Senior Operations Manager

Directed high volume claims processing and policy administration, driving efficiency and quality improvements.

Recognitions

GAIP insuretek event

Ali Zaidi was deeply honoured to receive the “Healthcare Innovation Leader in TPA Services” award at the GAIP InsureTek Golden Shield Excellence Awards 2025, held during InsureTek Middle East. This recognition represents far more than an individual achievement; it reflects a shared journey of transforming healthcare through technology, trust, and continuous innovation. He expressed gratitude to the InsureTek and GAIP platforms for this prestigious honour and acknowledged the entire Aafiya team for their belief in purpose-driven leadership.

InsureTek Middle East Recognition

He expressed his sincere gratitude on receiving this recognition at InsureTek Middle East, a platform that brings together global leaders from the healthcare and insurance ecosystem. The honour held special significance as it reflected the resilience, commitment, and “never give up” attitude of the Aafiya team. He dedicated the recognition to every team member whose passion and dedication continue to drive meaningful innovation and lasting value across the industry.

Annual Health Magazine Awards

Ali Zaidi felt immensely privileged to be recognised at the prestigious Annual Health Magazine Award Ceremony and to receive this honour from His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, UAE, alongside Dr. Thumbay Moideen, President of the Thumbay Group. This recognition further reinforced his commitment to ethical leadership, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable growth within the healthcare insurance sector.

12th MENA Health Insurance Congress – Dubai

At the 12th MENA Health Insurance Congress, held on 10–11 October 2023 at Conrad Dubai, Ali Zaidi contributed insights on one of the most critical topics shaping the industry the shifting consumer mindset among Millennials and Gen Z. As the global workforce continues to evolve, this recognition underscores the importance of adapting insurance solutions through innovation, transparency, and meaningful engagement to meet the expectations of the next generation.

Insurance Meet 2022 Recognition

He was extremely honoured to receive this recognition at Insurance Meet 2022 from some of the most respected leaders within the UAE healthcare ecosystem, including H.E. Mr. Saleh Al Hashimi, CEO of Dubai Health Insurance Corporation, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder and President of the Thumbay Group, and Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division. This award reflects a foundation of trust, shared vision, and collective commitment to strengthening healthcare insurance services across the region.

Corporate Excellence Recognition – Aafiya

Ali Zaidi expressed pride in sharing this recognition as a reflection of the strength, resilience, and long-term vision of Aafiya. Building an organization designed to endure, in his view, requires strong values, adaptable systems, and people who believe deeply in the mission. This achievement further reinforced his conviction that companies grounded in purpose and integrity are structured to stand the test of time.

CEO Today Middle East Awards 2020

Ali Zaidi was humbled to be named Winner at the CEO Today Middle East Awards 2020 in the Health Insurance – UAE category. This international recognition celebrated leadership excellence and acknowledged his journey in building innovative, trusted, and scalable healthcare insurance solutions through Aafiya. It remains a proud milestone in his professional journey.

Leadership Recognition – Aafiya 2023

This recognition held deep significance for him, as it reflected his belief that true leadership is grounded in action, responsibility, and consistency. As he often notes, “You can curse the darkness or light a candle and show up as a leader.” The honour further strengthened his resolve to lead with clarity, purpose, and accountability, while continuously empowering teams at Aafiya to create meaningful, positive, and lasting change within the healthcare insurance ecosystem.