Samar Akar Email & Phone Number

Founding the very first solar water heating firm in Lebanon in 1994 has granted me with sound experience in the realm of renewable energy. For the first four years, we were the exclusive distributers of Siemens in the country which eventually paved the way to manufacturing our own systems. Working in the field for over 25 years has been invaluable, as it has challenged me beyond my years.

• General Manager

  Mawared & Construction Co. (Kypros)

  Jun 1994 - Present

  Instrumental in growing Mawared & Construction Co. S.A.R.L, a manufacturing company specializing in Solar Water Heating Systems, into a multi-million renewable energy firm. It is one of the top contenders for bids in Lebanon to install solar water heating systems in the wider Middle East region with annual sales between $2 and $4 million.- Developing and implementing a plethora of projects in Lebanon with USAID, UNDP, Government Ministry of Water and Electricity, and EU, in addition to… Show more Instrumental in growing Mawared & Construction Co. S.A.R.L, a manufacturing company specializing in Solar Water Heating Systems, into a multi-million renewable energy firm. It is one of the top contenders for bids in Lebanon to install solar water heating systems in the wider Middle East region with annual sales between $2 and $4 million.- Developing and implementing a plethora of projects in Lebanon with USAID, UNDP, Government Ministry of Water and Electricity, and EU, in addition to overseeing the execution of projects in Africa, KSA and the UAE for leading Middle Eastern firms such as National Food Products Company and the Oasis Pure Water factory, - Keen knowledge of first-to-market solar practices and requirements after selling more than 50,000 solar water heating systems,- Highly sought after for contract negotiating capabilities with a reputation for fulfilling a 100% track-record of project completion and delivery within projected timelines,- Experienced in developing and implementing strategies that reduce overheads, efficiently allocate resources and coordinate efforts to ensure streamlined and cost efficient practices,- Responsible for overseeing the in-house team of over 70 full-time retained staff providing expertise in the fields of renewable energy, architecture, plumbing, structural and heavy engineering, and steel fabrication and formworks,- Provide resource mobilization, dispense technical advice and guidance, and engage stakeholders in the promotion of renewable energy,- Regularly participate in forums specialized in renewable energy in Germany, Egypt, and China. Show less

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  Notre Dame University - Louaize (Ndu)

  Business Marketing