Ramzi Saleh

CEO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates21 yrs 3 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Proven track record in global market expansion.
  • Expertise in brand building and management.
  • Strong leadership in cross-functional teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Consumer Technology Marketing Leader with expertise in brand strategy and market expansion.

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Skills

Core Skills

Sales & Marketing LeadershipBrand StrategyBrand DevelopmentMarketing Strategy

Other Skills

Brand BuildingBusiness DevelopmentChannelClient RelationsCommercial PlanningContent StrategyCreative Concept DesignDigital MarketingDigital MediaEvent ManagementExecutive LeadershipGo-to-Market StrategyIntegrated Marketing CampaignsManagementMarket Analysis

About

A sales and marketing leader with a strong focus on building consumer technology brands and driving sustainable growth across international markets, supported by a solid foundation in media and communications. Currently serving as Director of Sales and Marketing at Promate Technologies, with responsibility for global commercial strategy, brand development, and go-to-market execution across multiple regions. The scope spans the full commercial lifecycle—from product sourcing and supplier partnerships to brand management, brand building, and sales execution. Close collaboration with global suppliers and partners ensures product portfolios align with market demand, brand positioning, and long-term growth objectives. In parallel, oversight of brand strategy and execution maintains clarity, consistency, and relevance across diverse international markets. A prior career as a media professional continues to shape a strong approach to brand storytelling, positioning, and audience engagement. This background enables the effective connection of commercial strategy with compelling communication, ensuring brands and products resonate meaningfully with their target audiences. Professional experience includes: Global market expansion and distributor-led growth Product sourcing and long-term supplier relationship management Brand management, brand building, and positioning Sales and marketing leadership across international markets Media-driven communication and storytelling Leadership of cross-functional and multicultural teams A strong interest lies in building brands from the ground up—starting with the right product, supported by the right partners, and scaled through disciplined sales, marketing, and communication strategies. Active participation in international exhibitions, partner engagements, and market visits ensures close connection to evolving consumer trends and market dynamics. This space is used to share insights on: Global sales and marketing leadership Brand building and market expansion Product, media, and commercial strategy Open to meaningful conversations with industry peers, partners, and professionals focused on building and scaling global consumer technology brands.

Experience

Promate technologies

2 roles

Director of Sales and Marketing

Feb 2021Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Responsible for leading global sales and marketing strategy for a consumer technology brand operating across multiple international markets. The role encompasses product, brand, and market expansion, with ownership of the full commercial lifecycle from sourcing to execution.
  • Key areas of responsibility include:
  • Driving global market expansion through distributor-led and partner-based growth models
  • Leading product sourcing activities and maintaining long-term strategic relationships with global suppliers
  • Overseeing brand management and brand-building initiatives, ensuring consistency, relevance, and competitiveness across regions
  • Defining and executing integrated sales and marketing strategies aligned with commercial objectives
  • Managing go-to-market planning, product launches, and regional market entry strategies
  • Supported sustained growth across key international markets through disciplined expansion strategies
  • Strengthened global brand visibility through consistent participation in major international technology exhibitions
  • Representing the brand at international exhibitions, trade shows, and partner engagements
  • Leading and aligning cross-functional and multicultural teams across sales, marketing, product, and operations
Executive LeadershipCommercial PlanningClient RelationsNew Market ExpansionBrand BuildingBrand Strategy+12

Marketing Director

Dec 2017Present · 8 yrs 3 mos

Iflix

Regional Marketing Director

Nov 2016Dec 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo · Dubai Emirate, United Arab Emirates

  • Led regional marketing strategy across MENA for a fast-growing SVOD platform, with full ownership of brand development, market expansion, and partner performance. The role focused on scaling brand presence, strengthening distribution partnerships, and aligning marketing execution with product and commercial objectives.
  • Key contributions included:
  • Leading regional brand and content marketing launches across multiple MENA markets
  • Driving distribution-led growth strategies in collaboration with regional partners
  • Overseeing execution of integrated marketing campaigns including digital, events, PR, and partnerships
  • Working closely with product and content teams to define market positioning and pricing strategies
  • Managing regional marketing budgets and campaign performance measurement
  • Supervising joint marketing initiatives with partners to maximize market penetration
  • This role strengthened expertise in brand-led market expansion, partner ecosystems, and product-driven marketing in high-growth digital platforms.
Executive LeadershipBrand Development

Sky news arabia

Marketing Manager

Sep 2015Nov 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos · Abu Dhabi

  • Responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to grow brand awareness, audience reach, and market presence for a leading regional news broadcaster.
  • Core responsibilities included:
  • Building and executing integrated marketing strategies to increase reach and brand awareness
  • Conducting market and competitor analysis to inform positioning and campaign planning
  • Managing digital platforms including websites, mobile, SEO, SEM, and social media
  • Overseeing sponsorships, advertising initiatives, and media partnerships
  • Monitoring brand presence and competitive landscape through qualitative and quantitative reporting
  • This role reinforced strong capabilities in media strategy, audience growth, digital platforms, and brand communication.
Executive LeadershipCommercial PlanningClient RelationsMarketing Strategy

Mbc group

Marketing Manager

Jun 2009Aug 2015 · 6 yrs 2 mos · Dubai, UAE

  • Responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to grow brand awareness, audience reach, and market presence for a leading regional news broadcaster.
  • Core responsibilities included:
  • Building and executing integrated marketing strategies to increase reach and brand awareness
  • Conducting market and competitor analysis to inform positioning and campaign planning
  • Managing digital platforms including websites, mobile, SEO, SEM, and social media
  • Overseeing sponsorships, advertising initiatives, and media partnerships
  • Monitoring brand presence and competitive landscape through qualitative and quantitative reporting
  • This role reinforced strong capabilities in media strategy, audience growth, digital platforms, and brand communication.
Client Relations

Microsoft

Marketing Manager

Nov 2008May 2009 · 6 mos · Dubai, UAE

  • Led marketing and business development activities for the Mobile Communications Business (Windows Mobile) across GCC markets, covering UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait.
  • Responsibilities included:
  • Driving regional go-to-market and retail marketing strategies
  • Managing strategic partnerships with retailers, distributors, OEMs, and mobile operators
  • Owning regional marketing budgets, performance tracking, and growth targets
  • Executing multi-country campaigns focused on end-user experience and market share growth
  • Leading competitive strategy and market intelligence initiatives
  • This role strengthened expertise in regional market expansion, partner ecosystems, and technology product marketing.

I-mate

Marketing Manager

Sep 2004Oct 2008 · 4 yrs 1 mo · Dubai, UAE

  • Held regional responsibility for marketing strategy, trade marketing, and brand performance across Middle East and Africa markets for a mobile device technology company.
  • Key contributions included:
  • Driving brand profitability, distribution growth, and market share objectives
  • Developing annual operational and promotional plans aligned with supplier strategies
  • Managing trade marketing, visibility programs, and promotional ROI
  • Negotiating with suppliers and managing sponsorships and media exposure
  • Representing the brand through Arabic and English media interviews
  • This role provided early leadership exposure in supplier management, trade marketing, brand positioning, and media representation.

Education

Beirut Arab University

BA — Business Administration

Jan 2000Jan 2004

BMS

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