Hi, I’m Kamel Salem. I am a results-driven business developer with over 30 years of international B2B experience in sales, lead generation, negotiation, and market expansion across Europe, Africa, and Asia. I have a strong track record of prospecting, exhibitor recruitment, and building partnerships for global trade shows and B2B events. I excel at developing pipelines, managing complex negotiations, and delivering measurable growth for organizations. I’m remote-ready and autonomous, proficient with CRM systems and digital collaboration tools. I’m open to freelance or contract collaboration with SaaS, eCommerce, or event-tech companies, focusing on B2B lead generation, prospecting, and EMEA market expansion.

Kamel Salem

Hi, I’m Kamel Salem. I am a results-driven business developer with over 30 years of international B2B experience in sales, lead generation, negotiation, and market expansion across Europe, Africa, and Asia. I have a strong track record of prospecting, exhibitor recruitment, and building partnerships for global trade shows and B2B events. I excel at developing pipelines, managing complex negotiations, and delivering measurable growth for organizations. I’m remote-ready and autonomous, proficient with CRM systems and digital collaboration tools. I’m open to freelance or contract collaboration with SaaS, eCommerce, or event-tech companies, focusing on B2B lead generation, prospecting, and EMEA market expansion.

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Hi, I’m Kamel Salem. I am a results-driven business developer with over 30 years of international B2B experience in sales, lead generation, negotiation, and market expansion across Europe, Africa, and Asia. I have a strong track record of prospecting, exhibitor recruitment, and building partnerships for global trade shows and B2B events. I excel at developing pipelines, managing complex negotiations, and delivering measurable growth for organizations.

I’m remote-ready and autonomous, proficient with CRM systems and digital collaboration tools. I’m open to freelance or contract collaboration with SaaS, eCommerce, or event-tech companies, focusing on B2B lead generation, prospecting, and EMEA market expansion.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

Arabic
Fluent
French
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Business Developer – Events & B2B Markets at Self-employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Prospecting and recruiting new exhibitors for major international trade show organizers (Foodex Saudi, Big 5 South Africa, Food Ingredients Europe, Propak East Africa, Hostex). Generated qualified leads and managed the full sales cycle: prospecting, negotiation, closing. Built recurring client relationships and a strong event-industry network. Tools: LinkedIn Sales Navigator, CRM, Google Workspace, Zoom.
Commercial Director at Industrial Import Company
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2018
Opened 10+ international markets (USA, Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, Libya). Sourced and negotiated with global suppliers. Managed participation in trade shows (Las Vegas, Tokyo, Paris, Frankfurt, Milan). Increased annual sales and supplier partnerships through B2B outreach.
Founder & CEO at EXPOVISION (Event & Communication Agency)
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2018
Created and managed an event agency specialized in B2B trade shows and corporate events. Designed exhibition stands, managed production, and coordinated logistics. Delivered turnkey event projects for leading institutions and private clients.
B2B Sales Manager at Yellow Pages Tunisia
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 2003
Conducted phone and field prospecting. Sold advertising space and consistently exceeded sales targets. Built a strong portfolio of corporate clients.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail