Hashem Chaballout

Experience

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  Saatchi & Saatchi

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2002

  Senior Account Executive
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  Leo Burnett

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2004

  Key Account Manager
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  OgilvyOne Worldwide

  Mar 2004 - Sept 2016

  Managing Director

  Built and grew Ogilvy’s Riyadh branch, guiding the agency to award-winning success and a strong client base. Led brand development and campaign strategy, securing Ogilvy’s position as a top marketing agency in Saudi Arabia. • Effie Award for a campaign that achieved 130% growth in product awareness and a 12% sales increase for the Middle East’s largest bank • Developed and executed six product launches for Huawei, integrating digital and grassroots marketing strategies

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  Nxtting

  Sept 2016 - Nov 2017

  Director of Marketing & Business Development

  Launched nxtting, providing marketing services across banking, telecommunications, and FMCG sectors. Led all business development efforts, securing high-value contracts and establishing nxtting’s market presence. • $1M in revenue within the first year by building a client base with major brands • Grew the team from 2 to 15, scaling operations to support growing client demand

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  MullenLowe Group

  Nov 2017 - Sept 2020

  Regional Engagement Director

  Played a key role in transforming MullenLowe Group’s operations and client relationships across Saudi Arabia. Led a team to achieve notable client engagement and revenue growth through innovative campaign strategies and strong cross-functional collaboration. • 120% business growth in 1st year by developing & implementing a robust strategic marketing plan • Increased client engagement for a ride sharing app by 60% through insight-driven strategies

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  Mindspace®

  Sept 2020 - Oct 2021

  Regional Growth Director

  Led business development for a shopper marketing agency, identifying growth opportunities across markets and securing key contracts. Built long-lasting client relationships through data-informed marketing strategies. • Established new operations and secured a major e-commerce portfolio for an FMCG brand • Conducted audits across retail and social channels, identifying strategic growth opportunities

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  Designit

  Oct 2021 - Feb 2023

  Director Of Business Development

  Focused on expanding Designit’s brand footprint and driving commercial growth through new client relationships and strategic partnerships across the US. By showcasing Designit’s unique strategic design capabilities, I strengthened its market position as a leader in design innovation. • Drove revenue growth by identifying and securing high-impact client partnerships • Positioned Designit as a preferred partner through strategic branding and industry outreach

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  Nxtting

  Mar 2023 - now

  Co-founder & Chief Solutions Officer
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  Breef Sandwich

  Jan 2024 - now

  Co-founder & Chief Integration Officer