Dynamic and results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience delivering transformational change and measurable impact across industries. From scaling SMEs to optimizing Fortune 500 operations, I specialize in turning complex challenges into growth opportunities, unlocking long-term value for organizations.🧠 Ranked in the top 3% of the world’s brightest minds (MENSA), my sharp analytical skills and strategic foresight drive bold, data-backed decisions. With a Challenger (DC) DiSC profile, I’m known for my direct, results-oriented leadership style—ideal for high-stakes environments.🚀 Key Achievements:💼 Transformational Value Creation: At a major container shipping line, I led a finance centralization initiative that reduced OPEX by over 50% and saved $20M in CAPEX through a restructured shared services model.📊 Board-Level Strategic Advisory: As a trusted advisor to the board of a leading shipping line representing six GCC sovereign wealth funds, I developed and implemented governance frameworks and strategic decisions, aligning shareholder objectives with operational excellence.🚘 Luxury Brand Strategy: Recently partnered with Porsche Club GB to deliver the first integrated strategy and communications plan for the Panamera Register. This pro bono project reflects my passion for blending luxury branding with community engagement to drive impactful results.📸 Creative Leadership Beyond the Boardroom: A published photographer (Amateur Photographer magazine) and social media lead for the Porsche Club GB Panamera Register, I bring creative agility to my professional rigor.🔑 Previous Engagements:🏛️ The Office of Tony Blair: Strategy & Global Transformation💡 Booz & Co (now Strategy&): High-impact Consulting💰 Private Equity & SWFs: Value Creation & Turnarounds🌍 Serving Clients Globally📱 Let’s Connect: +44 7545 504 960
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Founder & Ceo | Organisational Growth & Transformation LeaderGro Apr 2024 - PresentUnited KingdomAt Gro, we believe visionary founders deserve more than conventional strategies—they deserve transformational growth.✨ Key Contributions:🌟 Scaling Operations: Helped businesses streamline processes, enabling rapid yet sustainable growth.🌍 Market Expansion: Guided SMEs and larger enterprises in identifying and conquering new markets.💡 Strategic Positioning: Sharpened clients' competitive edge, driving brand differentiation.🤝 Talent Retention: Implemented organizational frameworks to attract and retain top-tier talent. -
Freelance Strategy Consultant | Pro Bono WorkPorsche Club Great Britain May 2024 - Dec 2024🚘 Challenge: The Panamera Register needed a cohesive strategy to enhance member engagement, showcase the luxury lifestyle, and integrate communications across digital platforms.✨ Actions Taken:📊 Strategic Planning: Worked closely with the Panamera Register Secretary to develop a comprehensive communications strategy tailored to the Porsche Club’s unique blend of heritage and innovation.📸 Content Leadership: Introduced curated UGC campaigns to elevate brand storytelling and member interaction.🚀 Enhanced Positioning: Crafted initiatives to align the Panamera Register’s vision with the broader Porsche Club GB ethos, fostering stronger member connections.🏆 Results:🛠 Delivered the first integrated strategy and communications plan for the register.🎯 Elevated the Panamera Register’s positioning within the Porsche Club GB ecosystem.🔗 Laid the groundwork for future engagement and sponsorship opportunities.Why It Matters: This pro bono project reflects my passion for combining luxury branding, community engagement, and strategic innovation to create lasting impact. -
Founder & Ceo | Organisational Excellence & StrategyBrushed Steel Apr 2019 - Apr 2024Dubai | LondonInnovative strategist driving growth through a fusion of ethics, culture, and execution.✨ Key Projects:📈 Transformation Leadership: Delivered comprehensive change programs for Fortune 500 companies and SMEs.🛢️ Energy Sector Expertise: Led transformational projects for an international energy firm, resulting in operational efficiency and cultural alignment.
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Transformation LeaderEmirates Transport May 2021 - Aug 2021Dubai, United Arab EmiratesChallenge: Portfolio company of UAE’s sovereign wealth fund faced inefficiencies in scaling operations.Actions & Results:🏗️ Spearheaded a 41-location facilities optimization program, leading to sub-leasing efficiencies and $0.7M in annual savings.📊 Enhanced data accuracy between Salesforce and Oracle, enabling strategic growth. -
Ceo Designate (Newco) | Industry 4.0 National Investment & Skill AcceleratorBahrain Edb Mar 2018 - Apr 2019BahrainRecommended by a global tech leader to architect Bahrain's Industry 4.0 Accelerator.✨ Achievements:🏗️ Blueprint Design: Created a transformative growth plan, reshaping aviation and steel sectors.💼 Stakeholder Engagement: Led venture discussions with the CEO of Bahrain Airport Company and Boston Consulting Group. -
Assistant General Manager | Transformational LeaderAl-Futtaim Oct 2017 - Dec 2017Dubai | Singaporeocus: Retail transformation following M&A activities across Southeast Asia.✨ Key Contributions:🤝 Integration Expertise: Oversaw McKinsey's strategic development plan🎯 Leadership Development: Coached senior leaders across Southeast Asia to adopt and implement transformative strategies. -
Assistant Vice President | Transformation & OperationsUnited Arab Shipping Company Ltd. May 2013 - Jul 2017Dubai, UaeChallenge: A global shipping company, jointly owned by the sovereign wealth funds of six GCC nations, faced financial strain due to inefficiencies across operations. Operational optimization was critical to reduce costs, improve financial stability, and position the company for acquisition by Hapag Lloyd.✨ Key Contributions:💰 Financial Optimization: Transformed Finance and IT functions, achieving significant department cost reductions.📊 Shared Service Due Diligence: Identified consolidation opportunities in back-office functions, realizing $20M in CAPEX savings.🚢 Fleet & Crew Management: Enhanced operations through external benchmarking, comparing in-house solutions vs. outsourcing.🌟 Leadership & Succession Planning: Designed a framework to ensure organizational stability and future growth.Outcome: Reduced overall operational costs, enhanced financial performance, and increased company valuation, successfully preparing the business for acquisition by Hapag Lloyd in mid-2017. -
Founder & Ceo | Organisational Excellence & StrategyQu Consulting Aug 2009 - May 2013Kuwait | LondonFocus: Delivered ISO 9001 excellence programs for telecom clients and SME transformations.
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Senior Advisor & Director | Strategic Growth & TransformationTony Blair Institute For Global Change Dec 2009 - Aug 2010Kuwait✨ Key Contributions:🌍 Leadership Delivery: Established a delivery unit in collaboration with Sir Michael Barber to drive measurable outcomes for public sector projects.🤝 High-Level Diplomacy: Coordinated VVIP visits for a global statesman, managing logistics and stakeholder relations at the highest levels. -
Lead Associate | Strategy & Business TransformationBooz & Company Jan 2008 - Aug 2009Dubai, UaeFocus: Delivered strategic advisory to leading public and private sector entities, including Abu Dhabi Government, Masdar (Renewable Energy), and KAUST (Aramco-funded research university).✨ Key Contributions:📜 Strategic Advisory: Co-developed operational strategies for Masdar, enabling the execution of groundbreaking renewable energy initiatives in the UAE.🏛️ Public Sector Transformation: Supported Abu Dhabi Government in driving organizational efficiency and enhancing citizen services.🎓 Academic Administration Setup: Partnered with Aramco and KAUST to design governance and operational frameworks for a world-class research university. -
Senior Consultant | Business Transformation & Growth StrategyCapgemini Consulting Jan 2004 - Dec 2007London, United Kingdom And Baku, Azerbaijan✨ Key Contributions:🏗️ Operational Excellence: Led strategy design for a major oilfield operator in Azerbaijan, optimizing workflows and cutting costs.📈 Change Enablement: Spearheaded change management programs for large enterprises, focusing on improving service delivery and customer experience.💻 Digital Transformation: Implemented shared service models, integrating technology into traditional business practices for scalable solutions. -
Mba Intern | Strategic Growth InitiativesLloyds Banking Group Aug 2002 - Dec 2002Southampton, United Kingdom✨ Key Contributions:📊 Operational Strategy: Conducted a multi-media contact centre review to streamline operations and improve service delivery. -
Relationship Manager | Emea Business Development & CrmE.Piphany Mar 2001 - Dec 2001United Kingdom✨ Key Contributions:🤝 Client Relations: Drove business development initiatives across EMEA, expanding the client portfolio and increasing engagement.💻 CRM Strategy: Provided technical pre-sales expertise to enhance customer relationship management systems. -
Business Development Manager EmeaAspect Communications Aug 1998 - Dec 2000London, United Kingdom✨ Key Contributions:🌍 Regional Expansion: Managed technical pre-sales and business development efforts across EMEA, securing multi-million-dollar contracts.📞 Contact Centre Leadership: Delivered industry-leading solutions for multi-media contact centres. -
Senior Business Analyst | Collaborative Strategy & OperationsAspect Communications Jan 1997 - Aug 1998London, United Kingdom✨ Key Contributions:🧩 Collaborative Computing Strategy: Designed and implemented strategies to optimize cross-functional collaboration for global teams. -
Isi Officer | International It ConsultingArab Bank Plc Sep 1995 - Dec 1996London, United Kingdom✨ Key Contributions:🏦 Process Optimization: Analyzed the home loan approval process across Australia, linking regional HQ in Singapore and corporate HQ in Jordan.📉 Efficiency Gains: Implemented Lotus Notes technology to streamline workflows, reducing loan approval times by a remarkable 66%.✈️ Global Implementation: Managed on-site rollouts in Singapore and Sydney, ensuring smooth integration and user adoption.
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