HITEK AI has appointed Karen Stevens as Business Development Manager for the Middle East. The company is part of the Farnek group. The move supports HITEK’s regional expansion and sales growth strategy.
Stevens will lead business development initiatives and strategic partnerships across the GCC and the wider Middle East. She will also work with internal teams to align client needs with digital and AI-driven facility management solutions. As a result, the company aims to accelerate regional adoption of smart building technologies.
Brings more than two decades of regional industry experience
Stevens brings over 20 years of international experience across facilities management, hospitality, and real estate services. Previously, she helped grow revenues at Rentokil Initial, Abu Dhabi National Hotels Compass, and Duserve FM. She worked across multiple industry sectors and regional markets.
Before joining HITEK AI, she spent more than ten years at MRI Software in Dubai. During this period, she drove business growth through strategic sales and client engagement. She also worked closely with product teams to support innovation, product development, and market expansion.
Will support HITEK AI’s smart city and sustainability strategy
In her new role, Stevens will focus on expanding regional relationships and strengthening market presence. She said she looks forward to contributing at a key stage in the company’s evolution. She also highlighted her interest in real estate technology and smart city development.
HITEK AI delivers AI-powered digital facility management solutions. These tools improve building efficiency, reduce operating costs, and support sustainability goals. In addition, the platform enables real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and automation for modern infrastructure.
Appointment aligns with Farnek’s long-term regional growth plans
HITEK operates within the Farnek Group, a UAE-based facilities management provider with more than 40 years of operational experience. Farnek employs over 10,000 people and serves sectors including aviation, banking, retail, government, and hospitality.
Therefore, the latest leadership appointment strengthens Farnek’s push toward technology-led and sustainable facility management services across the region.
