Born in South Africa and forged in Dubai's dynamic landscape, Zaid's vision has always extended beyond traditional recruitment. After successfully placing over 700 professionals and partnering with industry giants across the Middle East, he saw an opportunity to go beyond the conventional recruitment model.
Driven by a vision of taking talent acquisition beyond accessibility, strategy, and authenticity, Zaid founded Wolf33 Advisory to pioneer an approach that transcends industry norms: combining premium recruitment with employer branding in one monthly subscription. This innovative model has already helped numerous organizations go beyond their talent strategies while significantly reducing costs.
Known for his ability to understand workplace cultures and build magnetic employer brands, Zaid brings an entrepreneurial mindset that pushes beyond boundaries. His passion lies in helping companies transform their unique stories into compelling employer brands that naturally attract exceptional talent.

Candice Lenders is a strategic talent acquisition leader with over a decade of experience in the EMEA region, specializing in digital, fintech, and technology recruitment.
Having spent the last 10 years in Dubai, she has developed a deep understanding of the region’s evolving talent landscape working for some of the leading brands in the region. Candice is passionate about building future-ready teams, helping businesses scale by creating and executing impact-driven talent strategies.
As a co-founder of Wolf33, she is redefining recruitment by integrating employer branding, talent acquisition, and strategic hiring solutions into one seamless approach.