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Khalid Shivji – From Internet Engineering to Law & Leading Global Change
In this episode of In The ARENA, I sit down with the incredible Khalid Shivji — an award-winning lawyer, engineer, and advocate for using technology to make a difference. Khalid shares his deeply personal and professional journey of finding his true passion and how he uses his skills to help others and drive global impact.
In this episode, we explore:
Climate Change and its legal dimensions
The future of Artificial Intelligence
Why Pro Bono work matters
The power of stepping outside your comfort zone
Khalid’s Biography
With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, Khalid currently serves as the CELA CPS CEMA Multi-Country Lead at Microsoft. He provides strategic legal and policy support for Microsoft’s clients across AI, cloud computing, sustainability, data protection, and more. Khalid is passionate about tackling complex challenges while staying grounded in service and personal growth.
Podcast Highlights
00:00 – Intro
02:55 – Khalid’s background and early influences
07:18 – The role of Khalid’s grandfather
08:46 – Career journey through engineering and law
10:54 – Studying Internet Engineering
12:41 – Overcoming health challenges
13:42 – Hearing loss and resilience
16:00 – Staying positive through adversity
20:14 – Getting out of your comfort zone
23:44 – Learning from failure
25:09 – Digital transformation
27:24 – Why Khalid became a lawyer
29:17 – Life after law
32:31 – What the internet really is
36:49 – Impact of Google
37:59 – Thoughts on Artificial Intelligence
41:04 – Climate change and the tech industry
42:35 – Exploring Google Glasses
44:52 – Reflections on Stephen Hawking
47:16 – Optimism for the future of humanity
48:50 – The UAE’s success story
50:03 – Work ethic in the UAE
51:36 – Why Khalid left Dubai
53:00 – What drove him to pursue law
54:15 – Staying grounded: Khalid’s view on himself
56:24 – The meaning and value of Pro Bono work
57:42 – Insights into law firm culture
58:32 – Pro bono hours and giving back
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Khalid Shivji – From Internet Engineering to Law & Leading Global Change
In this episode of In The ARENA, I sit down with the incredible Khalid Shivji — an award-winning lawyer, engineer, and advocate for using technology to make a difference. Khalid shares his deeply personal and professional journey of finding his true passion and how he uses his skills to help others and drive global impact.
In this episode, we explore:
Climate Change and its legal dimensions
The future of Artificial Intelligence
Why Pro Bono work matters
The power of stepping outside your comfort zone
Khalid’s Biography
With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, Khalid currently serves as the CELA CPS CEMA Multi-Country Lead at Microsoft. He provides strategic legal and policy support for Microsoft’s clients across AI, cloud computing, sustainability, data protection, and more. Khalid is passionate about tackling complex challenges while staying grounded in service and personal growth.
Podcast Highlights
00:00 – Intro
02:55 – Khalid’s background and early influences
07:18 – The role of Khalid’s grandfather
08:46 – Career journey through engineering and law
10:54 – Studying Internet Engineering
12:41 – Overcoming health challenges
13:42 – Hearing loss and resilience
16:00 – Staying positive through adversity
20:14 – Getting out of your comfort zone
23:44 – Learning from failure
25:09 – Digital transformation
27:24 – Why Khalid became a lawyer
29:17 – Life after law
32:31 – What the internet really is
36:49 – Impact of Google
37:59 – Thoughts on Artificial Intelligence
41:04 – Climate change and the tech industry
42:35 – Exploring Google Glasses
44:52 – Reflections on Stephen Hawking
47:16 – Optimism for the future of humanity
48:50 – The UAE’s success story
50:03 – Work ethic in the UAE
51:36 – Why Khalid left Dubai
53:00 – What drove him to pursue law
54:15 – Staying grounded: Khalid’s view on himself
56:24 – The meaning and value of Pro Bono work
57:42 – Insights into law firm culture
58:32 – Pro bono hours and giving back
Stay Connected
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