My Portfolio

Circle III

Executive Technical Director

Circle III specializes in deep-tech transformation projects for NGOs, companies, and governments throughout the EMEA region.

• Directing strategic vision for deep-tech transformation projects in diverse sectors across EMEA
• Championing innovation in sustainable solutions using AI, Blockchain, Cloud computing, tailored by industry
• Guiding 15 tech and domain leads towards collaborative success in multi-sector projects Leading critical projects
• execution with an emphasis on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Managing budgets and risks, prioritizing cost-efficiency and data privacy & security
• Adapting internal processes and procedures to changing technological landscapes, ensuring compliance in EMEA region

10+ SMEs

Innovation, Product, and Operations Management Advisor

• Collaboration with one of the largest incubators/accelerators in the MENA region, offering tailored support for productdevelopment and operations optimization.
• Mentoring on team structure, defining roles and responsibilities, and establishing a team culture conducive to innovation andgrowth.
• Guiding startups in the development and implementation of product strategies tailored to their market and objectives.

ESIB, USJ

Professional Branding Lecturer

Professional Branding Lecturer, Saint Joseph University, Engineering Faculty

Anera

EMEA Tech career acceleration program director

Anera’s People Leveling Up Skills (PLUS) is an EMEA tech career accelerator program. It equips young individuals with technical and human skills forsuccessful career paths and connects them to a global network of partner companies for on-site or remote employment opportunities.

• Developed Anera PLUS program strategy to upskill 5000+ youth and professionals in EMEA by 2025, connecting them to localand global job opportunities
  • Conducted detailed market needs assessment, incorporating insights from WEF, ILO, World Bank, and LinkedIn future ofjobs reports
  • Conducted 55+ interviews with tech ecosystem stakeholders in the Levant region, Europe and the US to identify techcompanies’ needs and challenges regarding employee upskilling and hiring
• Collaborated with top tech companies worldwide to design tech-focused learning programs aligned with technology trends andAI co-pilot tools (AWS, Microsoft, Interaction design, etc.)
• Oversaw the creation and implementation of the “Employability booster” program for 2000+ youth in the Levant region,encompassing Core Digital skills, Business English, Professional branding, and Freelancing & remote work learning packages
• Defined technical framework for PLUS impact investment and supported business development team in defining outcomeindicators and budget for a $10 million project
• Co-led Anera’s digital transformation stream with its CDO (Chief Development Officer)

Doctolib

Program Manager – Tech & Product Learning

• Developed a learning strategy and roadmap for the Europe tech & product departments (200+ employees)

Zero & One, UAE

Senior Project Manager

ZERO & ONE are the top Amazon Web Services (AWS) Consulting Partners in MENA region, offering various cloud services and tailored solutions fromdiagnostic, design, and architectural stages to implementation, operation and optimization to their clients.

• Managed full project lifecycle and served as interim Product Manager for an innovative waste management application focused onglobal recyclables trading, driving sustainability efforts
• Collaborated with strategic partner Roland Berger in the design and development of the application
• Conducted 20+ client/partner interviews to gain insights into their specific needs and incorporated feedback into product featuresand roadmap
• Applied Agile methodologies to oversee product backlog creation using JIRA and orchestrate sprints for a team of 20 developers.
• Collaborated with UX/UI experts to deliver wireframes that align with user needs and create an optimal user experience
• Worked closely with the marketing team to finalize branding strategies, ensuring alignment with the product vision

LIBRO

Founder & CEO

LIBRO was a MENA-based social enterprise that aimed to turn youth challenges into opportunities. They operated across the region and providedtraining and coaching services, including professional branding, human skills, and digital skills. Additionally, they offered change management,organizational development, and digital transformation services to companies.

• Coached and trained over 3000 young graduates & professionals within a span of 2.5 years
• Helped 80% of clients who received career coaching
  services secure job opportunities within a 3-month period
• Assisted over 10 companies in change management initiatives. and supported 15+ SMEs in their digital transformation efforts

Murex

Senior Technical Consultant & Team Leader

Murex is a company providing technology solutions for trading, treasury, risk, and post-trade operations for financial markets. Murex was founded in1986 in Paris, it
was recognized as the third largest French software publisher.

• Client-facing operations:
  • Provided onsite technical & functional consultancy, training, and support for Murex clients in EMEA/MSEA regions.
    • Examples of clients served include ANZ in Singapore, IKB in Germany, BNPP in France, APG in the Netherlands, BURGAN inTurkey, BELFIUS in Brussels, and BANKIA & ABANCA in Spain.
  • Served as stream lead for 30+ technical Murex software implementation and upgrade projects in EMEA region
  • Ensured operational follow-up with team members at both Murex and client sides to ensure timely delivery and high-qualityexecution of all project deliverables.
• Internal streams operations:
  • Led the Upgrade Lab internal program to assess the quality and operational work of 40+ upgrade projects, identifyinggovernance and automation opportunities.
  • Successfully reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by 20% within a 2-year period through the implementation of identifiedimprovements.
  • Expanded the team from myself and my manager to more than 10 team members working across various Murex global offices,and implemented 15 procedures to ensure full-time service coverage, leveraging team members in different time zones forseamless support and facilitate smooth onboarding and handover operations for new team members
  • Provided support and mentoring to team members, ensuring their development and success within the company and aligningtheir career paths with their potential and aspirations