Ahmed Selim

• Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
• Expanded global market presence by identifying and pursuing strategic partnerships with key industry leaders.
• Navigated complex regulatory environments in different countries to ensure compliance while pursuing new business opportunities effectively.
• Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
• Managed cross-functional teams for successful execution of business development initiatives in various regions.
• Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.

• Increased client base by developing and implementing effective business development strategies.
• Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
• Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
• Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
• Championed organizational change initiatives that resulted in streamlined operations and significant cost savings for the company.
• Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
• Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
• Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams internationally to maintain consistent message and experience.

• Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
• Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
• Mentored team members to develop their skills, leading to increased productivity and successful promotions within the company.
• Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
• Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.

• Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
• Developed compelling proposals that resonated with clients'' unique needs, showcasing the company''s value proposition in a persuasive manner.
• Exceeded revenue targets consistently by developing tactical sales plans aligned with overarching business objectives.
• Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.

• Successfully managed the Development of the CG-47 Ticonderoga Class Aegis Cruisers upgrade program for US Navy
• Delivered high-quality results by setting performance metrics and monitoring progress against targets.
• Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.

• Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
• Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.

Enlisted at 17, served two active duty tours including one combat tour in Iraq. My primary MOS was Interrogator Translator Team and Forward Observer.

The best time of my life.