1- SYNERGY RETAIL operates three subsidiaries : A- Kitchen & Laundry equipment for hotels and restaurants. Covering all international brands and providing a comprehensive array of services including kitchen design, MEP design, supply & installation of equipment, maintenance.B- Comprehensive services for investors & developers of shopping centres, mixed use developments and retail destinations. Depending on the stage of development of the asset, we provide tailored assistance and solutions: - Design and Development Consultancy- Fit Out Coordination- Brand/Tenant Mix, Leasing Strategy , and Leasing Assistance- Operations and Management Services C- Representation of major groups and brands in both F&B and FASHION segments, for their Territorial Expansion in UAE and GCC (we created the concept of Bertin Bistro & Restaurant, and represent international brands such as Ines de la Fressange in Fashion.....and Sapori Di Bice, Bice, The Habit, GBK, etc....in F&B) : - Business development strategy- Identification/negotiation/leasing of locations in major streets, mixed used developments, and malls.- Provide assistance for Investors to identify Franchises/Brands to develop in MENA and GCC; and design their business plans.- Provide assistance for Brand Principals to identify local partners or Investors ;and structure the related deals according to planned development strategies.

Brand/Tenant Mix and Leasing Strategy (The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall, Gold & Diamond Park, etc…) Management of Leasing Team Retail Mix and Design Recommendations and Review Leasing Process and Negotiations

ASG-Consultancy & Management encompasses several divisions:1. consultancy and assistance during Design, Construction, Pre- and Post- Opening phases2. sales and leasing for residential/commercial/Mixed-use projects, and shopping Malls3. sourcing investment opportunities for institutional and private investors 4. design and fitting coordination assistance5. rental management6. property management7. operation and marketing management8. Corporate identity, Branding, and Web designs/solutions9. Interior design for commercial, residential, retail and F&B10. Contracting and Fit-Out of Interiors 11. Franchise representation for Fashion Brands and F&B Concepts

Gulf Management and Services – GMS, is an affiliate of Aswaq Management and Services (Abu Dhabi), and is specialized in:“ Consultancy, Sales & Leasing, and Management of Residential, Office & Retail Properties.” www.gulfms.com - Report to the Board of Directors- Responsible for Strategic Planning, All aspects of Management, Financial Viability, of the company- Involved in Mixed -Use Projects in Bahrain, Morocco and Qatar- During my presence in this job, I have established a wide network with Real Estate developers, Agents, Brokers, Investors and Investment Funds in GCC, Lebanon, Morocco and UK.I also have conceived and implemented fully integrated solutions for Real Estate projects, in a challenging economic context.I have provided valuable consultancy to Developpers and Finacial institutions, to guide them in their decision making.Have developed the company from a SPV (single project vehicle) into an independent company that caters to a variety of clients by providing multiple services.

- Implemented the company’s strategies - Managed all personnel : Property & Facilities Dpt, Sales Dpt, Leasing Dpt- Closed deals with Property Buyers and Retail Tenants for Projects handled by company: mainly introduced the first Waitrose supermarket to Bahrain, by signing it as Anchor Tenant to one of the company’s projects.

- planned and implemented the business development strategy of the company in India, United Kingdom, KSA, Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, Lebanon.- Identified, negotiated and acquired for the company International Master-Franchises and Franchises (in F&B and Fashion retail) from Europe in order to develop them in countries in MENA region. - Leased, Fitted & Equipped, Manned, and Opened several F&B and Fashion Retail Outlets in Egypt, KSA, Qatar, India.- Sample of F&B Brands acquired: NOURA (Paris), Francesca, Relais de Paris, Isfahan Gardens, Sushi Minto, Inch café.- Sample of Fashion Brands acquired: DEPT, No Name, Caramelo, Hush Hush, GURU, During my presence in this Position, I achieved the following:- Developed strong relationships with a Substantial number of Brand Principals across Europe, USA and the Middle East- Established close ties with the Major F&B and Fashion Retailers/Operators/Franchisees in the GCC and Middle East- Acquired a rich knowledge of the consumer and business/professional markets of the following countries: KSA, Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, Lebanon.- Established efficient relations with leading Mall Developers/Operators in the GCC and Middle East.

- Created and developed a new Shopping Mall concept for Spinneys Locations.- Successfully planned, leased, and opened 5 Shopping Malls/Centers within SPINNEYS locations, in a record of 4 months.

Sep2005 - Nov 2006 BOULEVARD Mall – Habtoor Group – Lebanon Mall’s General Manager + Leasing Manager- Managing all operational aspects of the Mall.- Managed all leasing aspects of the Mall. Jan 2004 – Sep 2005 BOULEVARD Mall – Habtoor Group – Lebanon Leasing Manager + Operations Manager (during pre-opening phase)- Directed/supervised the building and design of BOULEVARD.- Closely involved in Fit-Out coordination with the tenants.- Successfully leased 88% of the Mall prior to Opening.- Established close ties with the Major F&B and Fashion Retailers/Operators/Franchisees in the GCC and Middle East: Azadea, Al Shaya Group, Al Hokair Group, Jawad Group, Liwa Trdg, Bestseller, Landmark Group, etc…