Lilan Mahwi

• Established business operations for auto body repair and maintenance services.
• Managed daily activities and workflow of a busy auto body shop.
• Trained staff on customer service techniques and repair processes.
• Oversaw inventory management to ensure necessary parts were available.
• Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers to the shop.
• Implemented quality control measures for automotive repair services.
• Coordinated with suppliers to maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Fostered a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and efficiency.

• Founded one of Kurdistan's leading domestic helper agencies, achieving industry recognition.
• Established reliable partnerships with countries including India, Nepal, Ghana, and Indonesia.
• Managed remote operations through a trusted team, ensuring seamless day-to-day functionality.
• Built long-term client relationships, contributing to sustained business growth.
• Implemented systems that continue to support company success.

• Supported families during quarantine through coordination of food deliveries and at-home testing.
• Provided emotional support and vaccine education to enhance community health awareness.
• Trained new community health workers in empathy, communication, and crisis response techniques.
• Developed informational materials to promote various community health programs.
• Participated in outreach initiatives, including health fairs and community events.
• Maintained accurate patient records within a secure electronic database.
• Conducted home visits to assess health needs of patients and families.

• Interpreted for Arabic and Kurdish-speaking patients across hospitals and clinics.
• Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers.
• Interpreted medical terminology accurately for diverse populations.
• Assisted in translating patient documents and consent forms.
• Coordinated with medical staff to ensure clear understanding of treatment plans.
• Provided cultural insights to enhance patient-provider interactions.
• Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information.
• Interpreted complex medical terminology accurately between languages.

• Co-founded first graphic design company in Kurdistan in 2007.
• Led team of 79 employees, overseeing HR, marketing, and operations.
• Educated local businesses on effective branding strategies.
• Gained media recognition as a pioneering female entrepreneur in a male-dominated industry.
• Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
• Recruited, hired and trained staff members to ensure that operational goals were met.
• Oversaw financial planning and budgeting processes for sustainability.
• Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.

• Selected from 360 candidates for Prime Minister’s Spokesman Team.
• Coordinated press conferences, media relations, and diplomatic visits, ensuring alignment with leadership.
• Acted as liaison between ministries and Prime Minister’s Office to facilitate communication.
• Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
• Reported directly to leadership on key communications strategies and developments.

Served as trilingual interpreter and cultural advisor during Iraq liberation mission.

• Coordinated training for Kurdish Peshmerga alongside U.S. Army soldiers.
• Assisted in real-time translation for missions and briefings, ensuring accuracy.
• Entrusted with confidential meetings and special missions, recognized for integrity.
• Adapted swiftly to evolving environments and language requirements on-site.
• Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while upholding ethical standards.
• Supported border operations through effective cross-cultural communication.

Provided trilingual interpretation for U.S. police training initiatives in English, Arabic, and Kurdish.

• Delivered instructional sessions on Iraqi constitutional laws and enforcement methods.
• Gained recognition in a male-dominated setting via professionalism.
• Interpreted technical and operational documents for training exercises.
• Adapted quickly to changing environments and language needs on-site.
• Translated written texts from one language to another accurately and efficiently.

• Taught sixth-grade curriculum at International Bible Community, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Supported ministry teams throughout Kurdistan, acting as a faith leader in diverse cultural contexts.
• Established long-term trust with local communities and international missions despite challenging conditions.