Hala Kira
Managing Director
Cairo,Egypt
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Managing Director
Kira Floorings
Cairo, Egypt
02.2009 - Current
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Led development of comprehensive business plan to maximize profitability and company performance.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Managing Director
Kira Trading & Supplies
Cairo, Egypt
11.1997 - Current
- Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.
- Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
- Spearheaded corporate reorganization efforts, realigning internal resources to better support growth objectives.
- Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Established a high-performing executive team, recruiting top talent from diverse industries to drive organizational excellence.
Executive Vice President
United Trading Organization
Cairo, Egypt
04.1994 - 04.1997
- Promoted a culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.
- Drove talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier candidates, building a high-performing team capable of achieving company objectives.
- Developed comprehensive sales training programs that improved team performance and contributed to revenue growth over time.
- Championed data-driven decision-making processes across all levels of the organization, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Executive Secretary for the Japanese Manager
Mitsubishi Corporation
Cairo, Egypt
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Served as a liaison between executives, staff members, clients, and stakeholders to maintain effective communication channels.
- Streamlined office operations for optimal efficiency by implementing effective filing systems and organizational tools.
- Demonstrated flexibility adapting quickly when new tasks or responsibilities arose, maintaining a high level of performance under pressure.
- Supported project completion through diligent tracking of milestones, deadlines, resources allocation making sure that all projects were executed successfully.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Cairo University
Giza, Egypt 05.2001 -
Skills
Sales Leadership
Recruitment Strategies
Mentoring and training
Business Administration
Operations Management
Organizational Development
Strategic Planning
Financial Management
Negotiation
Client Relationships
Business Development
Staff Management
Affiliations
- Lions Club
Timeline
Managing Director
Kira Floorings
02.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Cairo University
05.2001 -
Managing Director
Kira Trading & Supplies
11.1997 - Current
Executive Vice President
United Trading Organization
04.1994 - 04.1997
Executive Secretary for the Japanese Manager
Mitsubishi Corporation
01.1986 - 01.1990