May 2019 – Mar 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos · Qatar

• Managed Economic Initiatives in Qatar:
• Qatar Economic Diversification Plan: Led initiatives to diversify Qatar's economy beyond oil and gas, fostering sustainable growth across various sectors including tourism, finance, and technology.
• Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Law & Implementation: Spearheaded the development and implementation of PPP laws, enhancing collaboration between the government and private sector to drive infrastructure and service projects.
• Green Economy Initiative: Championed the transition to a green economy by promoting renewable energy, sustainable practices, and eco-friendly technologies, aligning with global environmental standards.
• Leading Qatar's Economic Vision:
• Green Economy: Pioneered efforts to build a sustainable and resilient green economy, integrating environmental considerations into economic planning and promoting green technologies.
• Knowledge-Based Economy: Advanced Qatar’s transformation into a knowledge-based economy by investing in education, research, and innovation, fostering a culture of continuous learning and intellectual growth.
• Creative Economy: Promoted the creative industries, including arts, culture, and media, as key drivers of economic diversification and cultural enrichment.
• Startup Economy: Supported the growth of a vibrant startup ecosystem, providing mentorship, funding, and infrastructure to innovative entrepreneurs, making Qatar a hub for groundbreaking startups.
• Global Impact: Built Qatar's economic future in a unique and creative way, leveraging global best practices and innovative strategies to position Qatar as a leading player on the international economic stage.

Jan 2018 – May 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos · Doha, Qatar

• As the Vice President of Innovation & Business Development, I lead negotiations resulting in innovative joint ventures with technology solutions and investments in Qatar MENA Exclusive. I spearhead strategy formation & mapping resulting in triple digit growth using the kaizen philosophy, boost organization’s value by 15% with the procurement of over $7B of international business, and complete projects 10% under budget and 100% on time.
• Key Competencies Used In This Role: International Business | Project Life Cycle Planning | Resources & Logistics | Budgeting & Cost Control | Project Controls | Cash Flow Projection & Management | Risk & Conflicts Management | Kaizen | Team Building Leadership | Innovation |Entrepreneurship | Startup Expert

Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 · 1 yr · Doha, Qatar

• As Chief Operating Officer, I spearheaded transformative initiatives that drove measurable business growth and operational excellence. By implementing international project budgets, cost centers, and an optimized invoicing system, I achieved a remarkable 30% growth in business performance. My strategic pricing model reduced costs by 18%, while fostering a unified “one-team” approach among stakeholders resulted in a 50% reduction in overall expenses. Furthermore, I established a robust Project Management Office (PMO), introducing standardized processes and governance frameworks that cut costs by an additional 25%.
• Key Achievements
• Established the PMO: Developed and launched the Project Management Office, creating standardized procedures and governance structures that ensured project efficiency, streamlined execution, and significant cost savings.
• Innovative Growth Strategy: Designed and executed a creative and competitive strategy, transforming a single project into the foundation for seven joint ventures (JVs), showcasing exceptional business expansion and strategic collaboration.
• People Development: Prioritized building team capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and skill enhancement that empowered individuals to excel in their roles and drive organizational success.
• Core Competencies and Skills
• Strategic Planning and Execution: Mastery of international business operations, project life cycle planning, and resource logistics.
• Financial Acumen: Expertise in budgeting, cost control, project controls, and cash flow management to ensure profitability and sustainability.
• Operational Excellence: Implementation of risk and conflict management strategies, leveraging Kaizen principles for continuous improvement.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Proven ability to build high-performing teams, foster stakeholder alignment, and drive innovation and entrepreneurship.

Jul 2017 – Present · 8 yrs 8 mos · Qatar

• Building Qatar & the GCC’s first SuperApp for food delivery, Q&E-commerce, ticketing, logistics, and more.
• 🚀 Achieved several national firsts:
• First to launch A, B, and C investment rounds in the Qatari tech ecosystem
• Qatar’s first 1 billion QAR tech startup
• Championing local innovation and digital economy growth
• Driven by a mission to empower businesses, simplify lives, and make Qatar a global hub for tech.

Mar 2017 – Jul 2017 · 4 mos · Qatar

• Failed try :)

Jan 2016 – Apr 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · Qatar

• Created OryxNet to bring new level of innovation in technology in Qatar

Jan 2016 – Mar 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos · Doha, Qatar

• As a successful entrepreneur, I have founded the following companies all under the Mieraj Group umbrella:
• Oryx Net
• Lilac Landscape
• Vision Development Project
• Mshwar
• Biryani Express
• Jasmine Trading House
• Snoonu Delivery
• I develop and align high quality business strategies with organizational objectives boosting sales by 20% and cultivate an environment of advancement through employee engagement resulting in a decrease of attrition by 75%. Results include a 31% increase in profits, 53% reduction in risk, and an annual growth of 25%.
• Competencies Used in This Role: International Business | Project Life Cycle Planning | Resources & Logistics | Budgeting & Cost Control | Project Controls | Cash Flow Projection & Management | Risk & Conflicts Management | Kaizen | Team Building Leadership | Innovation |Entrepreneurship | Startup Expert

Jun 2014 – Jun 2017 · 3 yrs · Qatar

• Spearheaded a startup with an initial investment of QAR 100K, achieving an impressive exit valuation of QAR 8M, an 80x investment paybacks 🚀
• Engineered unique solutions using advanced construction technology, significantly enhancing project efficiency and quality.
• Successfully integrated these innovations into the construction of a World Cup stadium, showcasing the project's global impact and high standards.

Jan 2014 – Dec 2017 · 3 yrs 11 mos

• As the LPG Marketing Director, I created marketing department’s vision and deployed marketing plans boosting revenue by 22%, led department strategy resulting in 100% adoption rate across verticals, developed and adopted marketing plans that reached targets 25% faster than our competitors, and increased awareness by 20% at all levels (Regional, National, & International).
• Key Competencies Used in This Role: International Business | Project Life Cycle Planning | Resources & Logistics | Budgeting & Cost Control | Project Controls | Cash Flow Projection & Management | Risk & Conflicts Management | Kaizen | Team Building Leadership | Innovation |Entrepreneurship | Startup Expert

Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 · 2 yrs

• As the Head of Control System-Offshore Engineering, I managed 14 full-cycle offshore projects, monitored and analyzed plan performance resulting in a 27% reduction in downtime, and reduced troubleshooting, investigating, and problem solving by 15% with streamlined processes.
• Key Competencies Used in This Role: International Business | Project Life Cycle Planning | Resources & Logistics | Budgeting & Cost Control | Project Controls | Cash Flow Projection & Management | Risk & Conflicts Management | Kaizen | Team Building Leadership | Innovation |Entrepreneurship | Startup Expert

Oct 1997 – Oct 2010 · 13 yrs

• As the Senior Project Engineer, I mentored all contractor activities and approved designs, designed instrumentation system and controlling philosophy, created Emergency Shutdown system, and reviewed and approved all instrumentation specifications per international standards (API/ASMIE).
• Key Competencies Used in This Role: International Business | Project Life Cycle Planning | Resources & Logistics | Budgeting & Cost Control | Project Controls | Cash Flow Projection & Management | Risk & Conflicts Management | Kaizen | Team Building Leadership | Innovation |Entrepreneurship | Startup Expert

Sep 1997 – Jan 2000 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Jul 2012 – Jan 2016 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Qatar

Oct 2010 – Oct 2012 · 2 yrs · Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

• Building world biggest liquid petroleum gas unit