Kahlil Edwin

CEO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates17 yrs 2 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • 20 years of experience in global business management.
  • Proven track record in sustainability initiatives.
  • Expertise in strategic partnerships and commercial development.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in sustainability-focused business development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Event ManagementBusiness DevelopmentStrategyProject ManagementSustainabilityStrategic PartnershipsSales LeadershipRenewable Energy Systems

Other Skills

ActivationsBuilding Business PartnershipsBusiness StrategyNew Business DevelopmentKey Account ManagementAnalyticsRelationship BuildingNumeracyPricing StrategyProfit AnalysisStrategic InitiativesBusiness NetworkingInternational MarketsLead QualificationInterpersonal Skills

About

20 years of high level commercial experience and a proven track record contributing to global business management, acquisitions, and strategic market penetration with a focus on facilitating investments and sustainability initiatives. With expertise in new business sales, exhibitions, and sponsorship sales, fostering stakeholder relationships to drive business growth and revenue. Over 8 years of experience in sustainability, business strategy, and stakeholder engagement, including leadership roles such as Project Lead at COP29 Azerbaijan. Dedicated to fostering meaningful collaborations and advancing organizational goals through commercial advisory, client acquisition, and innovative event management strategies.

Experience

17 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 10 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 2 mos
Current Experience

Clarion events middle east

2 roles

Regional Commercials

Promoted

Dec 2025Present · 5 mos

Project Lead - International Outreach

Mar 2025Dec 2025 · 9 mos

  • Leading the International Outreach & Engagement of Saudi General Aviation Airshow - "Sand & Fun"
  • Strategic outreach and engagement involves making meaningful, purposeful industry connections to expand the market reach, foster community, and drive revenue and market growth.
  • Key strategies deployed include leveraging social media and email for direct communication, participating at industry events, industry webinars to educate and connect with a wider audience, forming collaborations with other organizations, and engaging influencers to amplify our message.
  • Consistent engagement keeps the brand top-of-mind, leading to increased referrals, sales, and a stronger market position.
ActivationsBuilding Business PartnershipsBusiness StrategyEvent ManagementNew Business DevelopmentBusiness Development

Cop29 azerbaijan

Project Lead - International Outreach

Apr 2024Jan 2025 · 9 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

  • Spearheaded international outreach & engagement at COP29 Azerbaijan, fostering collaboration with the private sector.
  • Managed and delivered the Green Zone space for accredited & non-accredited delegates from various sectors.
  • Facilitated strategic partnerships and organizational leadership to address climate change.
AnalyticsStrategic PartnershipsRelationship BuildingNumeracyPricing StrategyProfit Analysis+38

Cop28 uae

Project Lead - Blue Zone

May 2023Apr 2024 · 11 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • Coordinated country pavilions, presidency events, and panel discussions to facilitate global climate change discussions.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to enhance delegate experience and foster collaboration among accredited parties and observers.
Key Account DevelopmentProject DeliveryAnalyticsRelationship BuildingNumeracyPricing Strategy+36

Masdar (abu dhabi future energy company)

2 roles

Partnerships Manager

Aug 2022May 2023 · 9 mos · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • Drove new business development and growth through data acquisition, cold calling, and strategic presentations to international companies.
  • Contributed to annual marketing and sales campaigns, engaging in revenue generation and partnership opportunities.
  • Collaborated across business units to grow strategic initiatives and achieve company objectives.
Key Account DevelopmentBudget ManagementStrategic PartnershipsMicrosoft OfficeRelationship BuildingNumeracy+41

Partnerships Consultant

Jun 2020Aug 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • As the Partnerships Consultant, my focus was to drive new business development and growth, through new data/contact acquisition, cold calling, creating marketing/business strategy and presenting Masdar to prospective international companies. Through business development and partnership opportunities the primary objective was to grow the strategic initiatives across all
  • business units. In addition to generating revenue, I engaged and contributed to all aspects of the annual marketing and sales campaigns
Key Account DevelopmentAnalyticsBudget ManagementStrategic PartnershipsAdvertising SalesRelationship Building+47

Ke advisory

Managing Director

Feb 2020Mar 2025 · 5 yrs 1 mo · Remote

  • Provide advisory services in business management, acquisitions, and strategic market penetration globally.
  • Facilitate connections for investments, business development, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Utilize strong analytical skills to identify growth opportunities and drive strategic decision-making.
  • Develop key relationships with stakeholders to enhance business opportunities and drive revenue growth.
  • Commercial advisory and target client acquisition
  • Event Management
StrategyKey Account ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBuilding Business Partnerships

Livebuzz

Commercial Director APAC

May 2019Feb 2020 · 9 mos · Singapore

  • As the lead for APAC, my focus was to drive business development and growth, through new business development and partnership opportunities. And to expand the UK business reach by penetrating new markets across APAC.
Key Account DevelopmentAnalyticsBudget ManagementStrategic PartnershipsAdvertising SalesRelationship Building+44

Dmg events

Commercial Director APAC

Jun 2016May 2019 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Singapore

  • As the Commercial Director leading by example from the front.
  • Working with key stakeholders.
  • Both nationally & internationally.
  • My Focus was to provide clients with solutions to maximise exposure, generate new business, introduce them to key prospects and to ensure maximum ROI with bespoke offerings.
  • I managed and drove the regional sales team, aligned with all divisions, delivering results year on year.
Key Account DevelopmentAnalyticsBudget ManagementAdvertising SalesMicrosoft OfficeRelationship Building+39

All solar world

Global Commercial Director

Jan 2014Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Singapore · Remote

  • All Solar. Manufacture and distribute solar lighting solutions for everyone.
  • Our focus is to provide easy-to-use solar solutions, suitable for off-grid use.
Key Account DevelopmentBudget ManagementStrategic PartnershipsMicrosoft OfficeRelationship BuildingNumeracy+39

Terrapinn

Business Development Manager - APAC

Feb 2013Jan 2014 · 11 mos · Singapore

  • To prospect for new clients for the Power & Electricity portfolio which included Cleantech Asia. I created persuasive approaches and strategies that convinced companies
  • Terrapinn operates from a network of offices in London, New York, Singapore, Sydney, Dubai and Johannesburg. This gives Terrapinn events a global reach and international perspective.
Key Account DevelopmentStrategic PartnershipsRelationship BuildingBusiness DevelopmentNumeracyRenewable Energy Systems+26

Oil & gas jobs by rigzone

Senior Business Development Manager

Feb 2012Feb 2013 · 1 yr

  • A DHI company.
  • Dice’s tech-focused career marketplace enables direct, meaningful connections between recruiters and technologists. Our connection tools, unrivaled matching capabilities, and branding opportunities speed up the vetting process, reduce time-to-hire and establish trust, making it easy to build a talent pipeline for current and future roles.
  • My Specialties
  • Energy News, Offshore Data & Utilization, Energy Job Listings, Energy Recruiter Services, Offshore Premium Data Services, Industry Training & Certification Information, Energy Equipment Marketplace.
Budget ManagementMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationSustainabilityStrategic InitiativesBusiness Networking+25

Cwc

International Relations Manager

Feb 2011Feb 2012 · 1 yr · London Area, United Kingdom · On-site

Budget ManagementAdvertising SalesMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationStrategic InitiativesBusiness Networking+22

Clarion events

Sales Manager

Mar 2009Feb 2011 · 1 yr 11 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · On-site

Bbc news

Assistant Graphic Designer

Feb 2003Aug 2003 · 6 mos · London Area, United Kingdom

Education

Møller Institute

Executive Education — Organizational Leadership

Jan 2018Jan 2018

Nottingham Trent University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) — Design Management

Jan 2003Jan 2006

University of the Arts London

Higher National Diploma — Graphic & Typographic Design

Jan 2001Jan 2003

Colfe's School

GCSE’s

Jan 1992Jan 1998

Saxon Crown Swimming Team

Jan 1989Jan 1998

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