Dr. Awad Gabr Khalil has extensive business and industry experiences within the Pharma sector for more than 35 years through managing several well-known domestic and regional public and private companies including SEDICO Pharmaceuticals, Kahira Pharmaceutical, EIMC United Pharmaceuticals, International Drug Industries, Saudi Import Company and Arabian Medical and Pharmaceutical Corporation. Currently Dr. Khalil is Chairman & MD, of SEDICO Pharmaceuticals & Pharma Sector Advisor, He was appointed in setting up the sector strategic, action plan and promotional activities through heading the sector of Export Council under the ministry of Trade and Industry, with the objective of promoting the sector’s image and penetrate new markets. He is a Board member and Treasurer of the Egyptian Pharmaceutical Manufacturer association and was a Board member and treasurer of the Pharmaceutical importers and distributors association.