Raghid W. Charara Email & Phone Number

Doha, Qa

Doha, Qa

- Leading a team of experienced and inspiring international trainers and coaches with the latest industry know-how in the technology, to deliver high standards training in different topics and subjects, across all industries. the training includes topics covering: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Cloud, Networking, Telecom Services (5G and others), Cyber Security, and many others.- Developing projects related to Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) to ensure 100% collection of customs fees for all mobile phones.- Offering Anti Drone solutions to secure sensitive areas against unwanted mini drones.- Delivering custom-made technology solutions.- Biometric enrollment projects with secure, reliable and scalable solutions. - Consultancy, Business Plans, Assessment and Project Management.

I have used my extensive experience and knowledge in Technology to design and build technology solutions for clients in all sectors:- Improve their Cyber Security and Deploy the latest Information Security (InfoSec) tools,- Deploy Anti Drone Systems- Tools to Empower the Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRA),- Insights using Big Data to generate substantial extra revenues,- Dashboards to monitor activities.- Design and Assist in the Digital Transformation,- use Big Data for Analytical purposes, forecast sales, and for social good (BD4SG).- deploy Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) for the International Mobile Equipment Identity number (IMEI) control.- deploy Fraud Management System (FMS) with advanced Test Call Generator (TCG).- use Cloud Services , Software as a service (SaaS) , Platform as a service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a service (IaaS)

Fontainebleau, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, San Francisco, Oo

My role as a Learning Coach is to enhance the overall learning experience of the participants on the INSEAD online courses. Learning Coaches work closely with participants and the INSEAD Online team to drive engagement and learning throughout the course of a programme. The courses are:Transforming Your Business with AI (TBAI)and Innovation in the Age of Disruption (IAD)andStrategy in the Age of Digital Disruption (SDD)AndFINTECH

Zone 20, Doha, Qa

During a pivotal juncture in the organization, I assumed a leadership role where I formulated and executed the technology strategy and plan. Overseeing multiple projects, I spearheaded the crucial upgrade of the core banking system to the latest release, R23, facilitated the replacement of the online banking platform, introduced several modules to enhance functionality, upgraded the overall infrastructure, orchestrated a comprehensive transformation of the disaster recovery (DR) site, and implemented automation and digitalization initiatives. My efforts during this critical period played a pivotal role in modernizing and fortifying the technological landscape of the organization.

Ashrafieh, Beirut, Lb

I led Saradar Bank through the disruptive changes impacting the Financial (#fintech) sector and completed the Digital Transformation (#digitaltransformation) by being Agile, Digital, and Customer-Centric and by implementing Automation.I worked on bringing the bank's core system Temenos T24, the upgrade to R21 and the digital architecture and solutions up to date, future-proof, scalable, elastic, efficient, and highly secure and using the latest Cloud Services, Software as a service (SaaS), Platform as a service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), and Omni Channel.Led the software engineering, the Digital Factory, the team responsible for the mobile application.

Kuwait, Kw

I employed my well-versed abilities in high technology to formulate appropriate technology solutions while spearheading an international team of several professionals in different countries. I provided leadership to remote teams for maintaining an inspiring direction in line with the company’s vision. Initiated the Digital Transformation and moved all services to the Cloud, SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. Directed company strategy towards profitable growth by developing operating plans that reflect longer-term objectives established by board. Generated gross profit of 120% by creating carrier division with minimal capex, staff, and tools. Established fully operational division with a breakeven status in a short time span of three months.  Reached 100 interconnections in 6 months.

Paris, Fr

I have become adept in overseeing technology solutions and products to assist in the bilateral, transit, and interconnect arrangements while identifying revenue optimization prospects and developing annual sales strategy, targets, and monthly sales forecasts and reports. I demonstrated extensive executive-level experience in getting initiatives off the ground successfully and flourishing for the long term. Accelerated business growth by capitalizing on business development opportunities and designing winning proposals, quotations, contracts, and supporting documentation for sales activities. Empowered regulators with QoS, anti-fraud, and big data analytics while supervising the execution of control center projects for telecom authorities. Cultivated strong relations with large international carrier/operator accounts and devised SWAP deals, bandwidth, and co-location agreements. Secured 250 interconnects, completed three main operational projects, and achieved sales targets by fostering strategic partnerships with key mobile operators, carriers and policymakers. Exceeded revenues of 50M USD per year and reached 200 interconnections in 18 months.

I strategically expanded, preserved, and improved the company’s existing procedures, standards and policies by conceptualizing and implementing innovative technology strategies to drive market impact and business development. I have been instrumental in winning new business, exploring new avenues of activity, and finding opportunities to develop and grow. Safeguarded integral resources by identifying and blocking suspicious activities using a robust fraud management system in several countries in MEA. Improved customer experience and delivered high revenue streams through the implementation of effective technology strategies for company products and services.

Gm

Interim Management in charge of the day to day operations of GAMTEL (landline) and GAMCEL (mobile).Special focus on the international traffic (Carrier & Wholesale), Roaming, SMS, interconnections and data.

Managed the design and building of different technology services (SMS, Premium Numbers and IVR, VoIP and broadband) including distribution channels and reaching more than 300 point of sales (PoS).

Beirut, Lb

Programming ASP.NET, C#, Java

Beirut, Beirut, Lb

Lab Instructor for:Java, C# (basic and advanced)Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)

Executive Education Certificates, Business Administration And Management, General

Master Of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science, Pending Thesis

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.) Statistics, Minor Computer Science