Transformational leader with 24 years of international expertise across varied industries, collaborating with leading companies like Hewlett Packard, Philips, and Dixon Ticonderoga.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marketing Director
Franchise Brokers Association
05.2023 - Current
Led a team of 6 professionals, optimizing operations to significantly expedite project delivery and revitalize the company’s image
Authored a comprehensive 3-year marketing strategy, targeting a 30% increase in annual revenue
Spearheaded brand revitalization efforts, contributing to a 25% surge in market share
Innovated digital content strategies, including “Brokers of the Month” and “People Among Us” campaigns, to humanize brand interaction, increasing digital platform traffic and engagement substantially
Identified and leveraged new market opportunities to diversify product offerings, capturing additional revenue streams
Established an omni-channel strategy that emphasized customer-centric communication, deepening emotional brand connections, and positioning the company ahead of its competitors
Led a rapid redesign and relaunch of the member and client websites in under three months, markedly improving user experience and engagement
Reimagined the social media approach to focus on educational and engaging content, significantly enhancing client interaction and engagement
Developed and advocated for a long-term digital marketing strategy and vision, promoting best practices, and leveraging marketing automation to align with the customer lifecycle
Oversaw the creation of digital-first creatives, elevating brand awareness and engagement across key digital platforms.
Head of Sales and Marketing- Americas
Healy
02.2022 - 02.2023
Directed the creation and execution of a holistic marketing growth plan, significantly enhancing brand presence and customer engagement in the competitive healthcare sector
Collaborated with the German team to forge a distinctive lifestyle brand, setting it apart in the market and fostering deep emotional connections with our target audience
Led the R&D team in a customer-centric innovation process, translating in-depth consumer insights into breakthrough product solutions that surpassed market expectations
Strategized and guided all marketing facets, including digital media, e-commerce, advertising, and communications, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand narrative
Oversaw the marketing department's financial planning, from monthly allocations to annual budgets, optimizing resource utilization for maximum ROI
Ensured a potent and consistent brand strategy across various platforms and marketing initiatives, enhancing customer experience and engagement
Identified and capitalized on new market segments, collaborating with sales leadership to develop and implement aggressive business development strategies, resulting in significant market share gains
Headed the new product development initiative, leading to innovative offerings that strengthened market position and drove revenue growth.
SENIOR BRAND MANAGER - NORTH AMERICA
Dixon Ticonderoga
08.2017 - 01.2022
Orchestrated partnerships with external creative agencies, vendors, and managed international projects to align with the company's strategic goals
Developed and executed multifaceted marketing strategies, inclusive of budget oversight, to drive both B2B and B2C growth through diverse channels like marketing automation, email campaigns, direct mail, and digital platforms, including Google 360 and Google Ads
Employed IBM SPSS and SPSS Modeler to delve into market dynamics, crafting brand strategies that bolstered brand awareness and penetrated new market segments
Forged strong alliances with sales leadership to craft business development strategies, yielding a 30% year-over-year increase in market share
Spearheaded the product development team to launch new SKUs, securing prime retail placements with leading retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Dollar Tree
Meticulously developed a comprehensive brand identity, emphasizing emotional connection through targeted marketing and packaging redesigns
Demonstrated an unparalleled ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring team alignment towards collective and individual objectives
Collaborated with the creative department to refresh packaging, aligning design with brand ethos
Additionally, conducted extensive training for the sales team to enhance brand representation
Revitalized the brand's digital footprint, including website and social media platforms, leveraging content marketing and digital assets to foster consumer engagement and interaction.
CEO|FOUNDER
Shine International
01.2015 - 04.2023
Pioneered comprehensive market research initiatives, informing strategic planning for market entry, positioning, and growth
Consulted for YoungFL, facilitating their launch as an Amazon partner by researching optimal product selections, competitive pricing strategies, and implementing effective SEO tactics
Orchestrated partnerships with external creative agencies, vendors, and managed international projects to align with the company's strategic goals
Implemented cutting-edge SEO and SEM techniques, bolstered by data-driven content and social media strategies, to magnify online presence, and engage audiences and cultivate brand loyalty
Utilized email marketing and automation tools for tailored communication, supplemented by rigorous digital analytics for ongoing optimization
Our commitment to innovation ensures that our tailor-made solutions consistently surpass client expectations in a competitive landscape.
MARKETING MANAGER
Philips
05.2010 - 12.2014
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Hewlett-Packard
08.2008 - 04.2010
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Global Distribution
02.2003 - 07.2008
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration - Marketing - Branding
University of Leicester
06.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Business- Accounting
Ain Shams University
06.2000
Skills
Strategic Marketing and Analytics
Brand and Digital Marketing
Campaign Execution and Evaluation
Market and Competitive Analysis
Forecasting and Reporting
SEO Strategy
Budget and Pricing Management
Website and Portfolio Management
Market Tracking
Sales and CRM Management
Target Audience and Market Analysis
HubSpot and Google Analytics/Ads
Certification
IBM SPSS
LED Certified Certificate
Time Management
Persuasive Sales Technique
Accomplishments
Honored to be selected from Philips' global team to lead the company's rebranding transformation and educate employees on brand awareness.
Led from ideation till execution a multi-million-dollar deal between HP and one of the world's largest oil companies.
Led the rebranding of multiple brands at Dixon Ticonderoga resulting in 40% year-over-year growth in under 16 months.
Role Model 2 years in a row at Philips.
Role Model 4 years in a row at Dixon Ticonderoga.
REFRENCES
References available upon request.
Timeline
Marketing Director
Franchise Brokers Association
05.2023 - Current
Head of Sales and Marketing- Americas
Healy
02.2022 - 02.2023
SENIOR BRAND MANAGER - NORTH AMERICA
Dixon Ticonderoga
08.2017 - 01.2022
CEO|FOUNDER
Shine International
01.2015 - 04.2023
MARKETING MANAGER
Philips
05.2010 - 12.2014
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Hewlett-Packard
08.2008 - 04.2010
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Global Distribution
02.2003 - 07.2008
MBA - Master of Business Administration - Marketing - Branding