
Timeline
About me
Commercial Director | MBA®, PMP®, CCBA®, TOT®, ICDL®
Education

Saihat high school
1997 - 1999High school business administration and management, general a
University of science and technology, yemen
2000 - 2004Bachelor’s degree banking and financeFinance, Banking, Investment, Marketing, Math, Analysis, Economic, Administration, Management Letters, Communication.

European open university
2024 - 2025Master of business administration - mba business administration and management, general
Oxford home study center ohsc
2024 - 2025Diploma of education hotel/motel administration/management
Experience

Hany musallam photography
May 2009 - Nov 2009Key account sales executiveIn my role as a Key Account Sales Executive at Hany Musallam Photography in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, I led corporate sales initiatives, managed projects, and maintained public relations. Utilizing Google AdWords and Google AdSense, I implemented successful marketing and communication strategies. Additionally, I tracked and reported on performance, contributing to the growth of international business and effective account management.

Hmh - hospitality management holding
Nov 2009 - Mar 2010Sales executiveIn my role as a Sales Executive at HMH - Hospitality Management Holding in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, I spearheaded corporate sales, MICE sales, FIT/Wholesale sales, and government business. By leveraging my expertise in account management, business planning, and customer service, I successfully cultivated relationships with travel agents and B2B clients, resulting in increased revenue and client satisfaction.

Ihg hotels & resorts
Mar 2010 - Sept 2015In my role as Senior Sales Manager at IHG Hotels & Resorts, I spearheaded various sales and marketing strategies to drive business growth and enhance brand visibility. My responsibilities included overseeing B2B/B2C sales, M.I.C.E & Group Sales, FIT/Wholesale Sales, and digital marketing efforts. Through strategic planning and data analysis, I successfully increased revenue and improved market positioning for the Crowne Plaza Hotel Al Khobar. In my role as Cluster Sales Manager at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) in Al Khobar, I spearheaded local & global corporate sales, M.I.C.E & group sales, and FIT/wholesale sales. I strategically planned digital marketing initiatives, conducted market research, and optimized pricing to drive revenue growth and achieve key performance indicators.
Senior Sales Manager (Pre-Opening)
Feb 2011 - Sept 2015Cluster Sales Manager (Pre-Opening)
Mar 2010 - Feb 2011

Sunset beach resort, marina & spa
Oct 2015 - Oct 2016Assistant director of sales & marketing (restructuring)In my role as Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing at Sunset Beach Resort, Marina & SPA in Saudi Arabia, I spearheaded various initiatives to drive business growth and enhance brand visibility. I led cross-functional teams in developing innovative sales strategies, implemented digital marketing campaigns to boost online bookings, and conducted in-depth market research to optimize pricing strategies. My efforts resulted in a significant increase in revenue and market share for the company.

Radisson hotel group
Oct 2016 - Sept 2021In my role as Cluster Commercial Director at Radisson Hotel Group, I spearheaded a wide range of responsibilities including local & global corporate sales, M.I.C.E & Group Sales, and FIT/Wholesale Sales. I focused on strategic planning, business development, and revenue management to drive growth and profitability for the company. In my role as Director of Sales & Marketing at Radisson Blu Hotel Jeddah Corniche, I spearheaded local and global corporate sales efforts, focusing on B2B and B2C markets. By leveraging digital marketing strategies and conducting in-depth market research, I successfully increased revenue streams and enhanced brand visibility. Additionally, I played a key role in developing and implementing strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve sales targets. In my role as Director of Sales at Radisson Hotel Group, I spearheaded local and global corporate sales efforts, focusing on B2B and B2C markets. I led a team in developing innovative digital marketing strategies to drive business growth and enhance brand visibility. Through strategic planning and data analysis, I successfully optimized pricing strategies and revenue management, resulting in a significant increase in sales performance.
Cluster Commercial Director
Feb 2021 - Sept 2021Director of Sales & Marketing (Pre-Opening)
Nov 2017 - Jan 2021Director of Sales
Oct 2016 - Oct 2017

Guidepoint london
Jan 2021 - nowIndependent consultant - commercial & business developmentAs an Independent Consultant at Guidepoint London, I specialized in business development, MARCOM, and corporate sales structuring. I crafted innovative commercial plans, conducted feasibility studies, and provided coaching and training to enhance team performance.

Glg
Jan 2022 - nowIndependent consultant - commercial & business developmentAs an Independent Consultant specializing in Commercial & Business Development, I have successfully crafted business plans, conducted feasibility studies, and implemented digital transformation strategies for clients in various industries. My expertise in MARCOM, corporate sales structuring, and e-commerce has led to measurable revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements.

Millennium hotels and resorts
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023Cluster commercial directorIn my role as Cluster Commercial Director at Millennium Hotels and Resorts in Saudi Arabia, I spearheaded sales, revenue, and marketing efforts across multiple locations. I focused on driving business growth through strategic planning, data analysis, and market research, resulting in increased revenue and performance metrics.

Radisson hotel group
Nov 2023 - nowCommercial development directorIn my role as Commercial Development Director at Radisson Hotel Group in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, I spearheaded sales, revenue, and marketing strategies to drive business growth. By focusing on MARCOM, MICE conversion, and digital marketing, I successfully increased corporate sales and optimized pricing strategies. Through market research and data analysis, I identified opportunities for revenue optimization and implemented effective sales tactics to achieve KPIs.
Licenses & Certifications
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Pathways to property: starting your career in real estate
Henley business schoolDec 2020 .webp)
Creative certification
Google digital academy (skillshop)Sept 2020
Project management professional (pmp)
CybraryNov 2020.webp)
Google analytical individual qualification
Google digital academy (skillshop)Jul 2020- View certificate

Digital skills: social media
AccentureNov 2020 .webp)
Google my business
Google digital academy (skillshop)Jul 2020- View certificate
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The fundamentals of digital marketing
Google digital academy (skillshop)Sept 2020 - View certificate

Creative ai
Institute of codingDec 2020 
Cvent event management certification
CventSept 2020- View certificate

Inbound sales certified
Hubspot academyDec 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Ahmed NaklaBest Opening Team MEA RHG 2018
- Awarded to Ahmed NaklaOutstanding Performance MEA IHG 2014
Languages
- enEnglish
- arArabic
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