Ismail Farid, CEO Chief Executive Officer

Ismail Farid

CEO Chief Executive Officer

Tiraz Al-Arabia

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
Experience
22 years, 3 Months

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Total years of experience :22 years, 3 Months

CEO Chief Executive Officer at Tiraz Al-Arabia
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since December 2022

• Implement strategies to stimulate revenue growth in alignment with company objectives; plan and execute multiple high-level projects simultaneously.
• Guide strategic business development and operations initiatives to maximize overall performance.
• Address key weaknesses and capitalize upon opportunities in a dynamic real estate market.
• Conduct analyses to optimize key performance metrics.
• Direct projects such as CRM system implementation and lead generation process improvement.
• Foster productive relationships with multiple external partners such as funds and independent investors, leveraging industry knowledge and trends to drive business objectives.
• Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports, including Project Managers.
• Signed agreements to launch 800 units (mix of off plan and ready to move) in Riyadh in 2023.

CO-FOUNDING PARTNER and GENERAL MANAGER at EKC
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • January 2014 to November 2022

• Drove the expansion of the brand outside of its current location; implemented SOPs to apply across various locations.
• Coordinated with various partners such as architects, designers, and master planners to bring hospitality concepts to life.
• Engaged in negotiations in several HMAs from start to opening; cultivated and maintained developer/operator relationships to achieve the best working model.
• Grew entire departments from the ground up, including authoring detailed SOPs of operations to ensure a synergetic workflow across the organization.
• Prepared yearly budgets and forecasts; tracked revenues and expenses.
• Streamlined the day-to-day operations of various hospitality outlets by improving processes and bridging communications cross-functionally.

EXTERNAL PROJECT CONSULTANT at Olive Properties
  • Greece - Athens
  • September 2017 to October 2019

• Clarified the vision for the project while identifying several products under development.
• Interfaced with architects, landscape consultants, interior designers, and civil engineers in developing the various phases of the project from concept to final product.
• Selected branding, marketing, and sales strategies.
• Oversaw the building and management of commercial, development, and marketing departments.
• Defined KPIs for various departments.
• Offered mentorship and leadership to off-plan sales teams with a focus on various markets.
• Facilitated the training of key sales associates to conduct one-to-one sales pitches with high net-worth customers, promoting swift onboarding, high productivity, and best practice adherence.

PROJECT DIRECTOR – RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT at Samcrete Development
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • October 2009 to December 2013

• Determined the most appropriate partners for different roles throughout the project lifecycle, such as master planners, architects, retail/hospitality consultants, property management partners, and hospitality/F&B brands.
• Prioritized, scheduled, and delegated responsibilities based on lifecycle stage, maintaining communications with all stakeholders throughout the process.
• Designed a product roadmap for each phase of the project and established internal/external KPIs.
• Generated regular reports reflecting project progress and KPI achievement; proactively identified and mitigated emerging issues.
• Provided leadership and direction to the residential development team; built and led the commercial department while focusing on off-plan sales.
• Devised reasonable timelines, goals, and objectives for all aspects of the project, such as conception, design development, and marketing and sales.
• Ensured alignment between all departments to meet goals and objectives and adhere to deadlines.
• Allocated budgets and resources with the finance department to adhere to financial constraints and evaluate necessary funds required for future development.
• Recognized for successfully launching and selling 1000+ residential units.

Special Delegate to the CEO at Egyptian Resorts Company
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • February 2009 to October 2009
Marketing Manager at Coldwell Banker and Ishraqah for Real Estate Development
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • December 2007 to December 2008
Senior Account Executive at Gulf Hill and Knowlton
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • April 2006 to December 2007
Marketing Coordinator at Mediterranean Tours and Travel
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • April 2005 to April 2006
Marketing Coordinator and Event Manager at Demoleo Productions
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • March 2003 to April 2005
PR and Communications Department Supervisor at Industrial Modernisation Centre
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • January 2002 to March 2003

Education

Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
  • at American Intercontinental University in London
  • September 2001
High school or equivalent,
  • at Scappoose high School
  • June 1995

Specialties & Skills

Problem Solving
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Real Estate Development
Hospitality Management
MS Excel
Creative Skills
Troubleshooting
MS Word
MS Power Point
Critical Thinking
Negotiation

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Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

PADI
  • Assistant Dive Instructor
  • August 1997
Egyptian Golf Federation
  • Member
  • January 2020

Hobbies

  • Traveling
  • Scuba Diving
  • Kitesurfing
  • Golfing