Purpose-driven Senior Leader with over 15 years of international experience with deep experience in the Middle East Africa region. Main areas of expertise include Corporate affairs, Regulatory affairs, Public affairs, Compliance, Sustainability, Communications, Crisis management, Stakeholder management and Advocacy and Policy, with established strong relations with key food & beverage stakeholders. Solid track-record in problem solving complex policy and regulatory issues, building coalitions and partnerships to make a positive impact in sustainability, key opportunity identification, launching new products and services, reputation management and effectively leading corporate transformation.Strong ability to shape regulatory environments and an in-depth understanding of policymaking, communications, integrated engagement, compliance policies. Safeguards Danone’ reputation and license to operate in a highly regulated industry.Engages key political & policy stakeholders in the region to ensure that Danone remains a trusted partner of government agencies and external trade organizations.Play a vital role in Industry and Scientific associations and Influence industry positions. Recognized leaders & raising stars in different authorities & regulatory bodies.Proven ability to understand and leverage accelerated changes in marketplace dynamics. led diverse cross-functional teams across emerging-market geographies for flawless strategy execution and achieving exceptional results.As General Secretary for Danone Middle East Africa, leads the team in charge of Legal & Regulatory affairs, Compliance, Governmental and public Affairs, Sustainability, Security, Corporate Social Responsibility, as well as Internal and External communications.Core Competencies / Specialized expertise:Corporate & Public Affairs / Government Relations / Regulatory Affairs / Legal and Compliance / Public Advocacy & Policy / Public-Private Partnerships / Internal & External Communications / Corporate Social Responsibility / Reputation Management / Sustainability / Crisis management / Change management / Stakeholder Management / Commercial Strategies / Cross-Functional Leadership.