Dania Ismail Email & Phone Number

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Jusoor is an NGO dedicated to creating opportunities for Syrian youth in education, career development, and entrepreneurship.• Co-founded and oversaw operations of Canada, US and UK registered none profit organization that focuses on securing and funding education for Syrian youth and creating opportunities in career development and entrepreneurship • Placed more than 500 Syrian students in accredited universities in the US, Canada, Europe and MENA and delivered primary schooling for… Show more Jusoor is an NGO dedicated to creating opportunities for Syrian youth in education, career development, and entrepreneurship.• Co-founded and oversaw operations of Canada, US and UK registered none profit organization that focuses on securing and funding education for Syrian youth and creating opportunities in career development and entrepreneurship • Placed more than 500 Syrian students in accredited universities in the US, Canada, Europe and MENA and delivered primary schooling for 4,500 Syrian refugees in Lebanon• Directed and executed entrepreneurship program supporting early-stage startups, directly impacting more than 150 entrepreneurs since launch in 2013 Show less

• Established the program to support Syrian youth with the development of their entrepreneurial skills and setting up their startups and social businesses• Launched and managed four annual competitions and more than 7 training bootcamps for Syrian youth around the world• Tailored and implemented world-class entrepreneurship training program targeting Syrian youth • Mentored teams on their strategic, financial and business growth• Led partnerships with stakeholders and industry… Show more • Established the program to support Syrian youth with the development of their entrepreneurial skills and setting up their startups and social businesses• Launched and managed four annual competitions and more than 7 training bootcamps for Syrian youth around the world• Tailored and implemented world-class entrepreneurship training program targeting Syrian youth • Mentored teams on their strategic, financial and business growth• Led partnerships with stakeholders and industry leaders across MENA and Europe• Since launching the program, we have supported 82 teams, over 150 entrepreneurs, increased female participation from 20% to 40%, engaged more than 50 mentors and advisers, and gave away $200K in financial prizes. Show less

United Arab Emirates

• Business planning and financial analysis for new media and broadcast operations. Advised on establishment strategy and budget including content cost analysis and financial projections, strategic positioning, competitive analysis and profitability outlook.• Financial analysis for production entities including financial modelling, content production, acquisition and sales forecasting.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Music/Artist and Events Management Agency• Conceptualized, executed and promoted music entertainment events in Dubai • Consulted and curated the music schedule for various festivals in the UAE• Built brand partnerships with key global brands to launch regional marketing campaign events (Red Bull, Ray-Ban, Puma and others)• Worked closely with musicians across the region to promote them in the UAE through media, PR, and social channels

Leading media and broadcast group in the Middle East and North Africa• Formulated group five year strategies, objectives, and financial plans• Worked with TV Channels and New Media units to set budgets and financial projections for content and channel growth• Identified growth and revenue opportunities for the group, conduct business due diligence on financials and markets and negotiate deals• Saw through strategic acquisition and investment projects • Prepared strategy… Show more Leading media and broadcast group in the Middle East and North Africa• Formulated group five year strategies, objectives, and financial plans• Worked with TV Channels and New Media units to set budgets and financial projections for content and channel growth• Identified growth and revenue opportunities for the group, conduct business due diligence on financials and markets and negotiate deals• Saw through strategic acquisition and investment projects • Prepared strategy workshops to guide discussions and thought around media trends, challenges and opportunities MBC Group Venture Capital Fund - • Set up the fund and communicated with the shareholder on the fund’s objectives, developments, and investment decisions • Screened and interviewed 200+ teams for potential investments• Reviewed business models, pitch decks, and conducted financial and legal due diligence • Managed the legal framework, negotiated valuations, and closed deals • Invested in and managed the relationship with more than 10 portfolio companies • Participated in board meetings of portfolio companies and helped guide their strategy and growth Show less

M.A., Media And Communication

Effective Strategies For Media Companies

B.A., Sociology