Halima Laoute
Greenfield,IN
Summary
Business Development and Strategic Partnerships | Commodities and Inspections Business Development and Project Management professional with more than eight years of experience supporting growth, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships across inspections, geotechnical services, infrastructure, commodities, and international trade environments. Proven ability to identify market opportunities, develop proposals, manage key client relationships, and support operational scalability. Strong exposure to trade flows, supply chains, regulatory compliance, and cross border operations between the United States and Morocco.
Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager (Civil Engineering )
GEOTILL Inc Engineering -USA/KSA
Indianapolis, USA
12.2020 - Current
- Supported business development activities by preparing technical and commercial proposals for public and private clients
- Acted as primary client contact ensuring satisfaction contract execution and retention
- Coordinated inspection drilling and materials testing projects aligned with operational capacity
- Monitored budgets commercial performance and financial follow up
- Managed client onboarding documentation and compliance processes
- Identified operational gaps and recommended process improvements
- QA/QC Oversight & Risk Management Drilling Operations & Field Supervision Proposal & Report Writing (RFPs, RFQs, SAM.gov, FHWA)
- DOT Prequalification (Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana)
- Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I ESA)
- Contract Negotiation & Client Relations Payroll & HR Management (ADP)
- Financial Management (QuickBooks, Invoicing, Budgeting)
- Compliance: IRP, IFTA, USDOT Paperwork
- Prepared bid packages for construction material testing, attended bidding meetings with Indiana University Health, Inc., and successfully secured three major projects in 2024:
- 1. South Support Building – ~1,166,154 SF multi-use facility
- 2. Indiana University Health, Inc. Central Utility Plant – +/- 82,528 SF EI - Central Utility Plant
- 3. Site Utilities, Campus Roadways & Site Improvements – comprehensive site infrastructure project
- Managed technicians on site, oversaw lab work and concrete test results, ensured timely preparation of reports, and uploaded them to the client online portals.
- Conducted client qualifications through online portals including Avetta and ISN.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize operational workflows and increase productivity.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Founder and Business Development Lead-Morocco/USA
Minex Drilling Solutions
Chicago, USA
2026 - Current
- Leading business development strategy for oil and Gas drilling and commodities related services. Developing market entry strategies for United States and Morocco including trade flows. Building relationships with suppliers logistics partners and inspection stakeholders. Conducting market research competitive analysis and client acquisition.
Community Relations Liaison
Office of the Governor State of Indiana
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Represented the administration in community and stakeholder engagements
- Supported public initiatives reporting and institutional coordination
- Developed community engagement strategies to strengthen relationships with local stakeholders.
- Coordinated outreach programs to enhance public awareness of state initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between government officials and community members for improved dialogue.
Financial Assistant and Project Coordinator
Office of International Affairs Indiana State University USA
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Coordinated international programs budgets and reporting
- Supported financial planning administrative compliance and partner coordination
Financial Intern
(ONDA)National Airports Office Casablanca Morocco
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted in budget monitoring accounting operations and internal reporting
- Collaborated with team members to streamline invoicing procedures, enhancing efficiency.
- Supported preparation of financial reports by gathering and organizing data from various sources.
- Participated in monthly reconciliation of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Junior Internal Auditor
Orange Telecom International
Casablanca, Morocco
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Conducted internal audits risk assessments and control reviews
- Supported compliance governance and operational risk improvement
- Supported preparation of audit reports and documentation for management review.
- Assisted in executing internal audits to evaluate compliance with financial regulations.
- Supported senior auditors in planning, executing, and completing complex audit engagements for various departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess business risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Education
MBA - Administrative and Financial Sciences
ENCG Settat Morocco / Indiana State University
USA12-2019
Bachelor Degree - Human Resource Development
Indiana State University
USASkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Professional skepticism
- Data analytics
- Audit planning
- Laboratory soil testing
- Commercial projects
- Groundwater management
- Geotechnical investigation
- Geotechnical report writing
- Geotechnical process interpretation
- Risk assessment
- Daily audits
- Ethical standards
- Policy compliance
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multilingual abilities
- Partnership development
LANGUAGES
Arabic Native
English Proficient
French Proficient
Timeline
Community Relations Liaison
Office of the Governor State of Indiana
10.2024 - 12.2024
Manager (Civil Engineering )
GEOTILL Inc Engineering -USA/KSA
12.2020 - Current
Financial Assistant and Project Coordinator
Office of International Affairs Indiana State University USA
12.2018 - 12.2020
Junior Internal Auditor
Orange Telecom International
01.2016 - 12.2016
Financial Intern
(ONDA)National Airports Office Casablanca Morocco
01.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor Degree - Human Resource Development
Indiana State University
Founder and Business Development Lead-Morocco/USA
Minex Drilling Solutions
2026 - Current
MBA - Administrative and Financial Sciences
ENCG Settat Morocco / Indiana State University