Hi, I’m Marwan Sharaiha. I’m an operations and growth-minded leader with 21+ years of experience steering large-scale functions to on-time delivery, peak quality, and measurable performance. I thrive when building customer-centric teams and turning around stalled operations through strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making. I’ve led diverse initiatives across marketing, digital, and operations, driving efficiency, cost reductions, and revenue growth while maintaining strong partner and client relationships. I’m passionate about scalable processes, leading with empathy, and delivering practical solutions that align with business goals.

Marwan Sharaiha

Hi, I’m Marwan Sharaiha. I’m an operations and growth-minded leader with 21+ years of experience steering large-scale functions to on-time delivery, peak quality, and measurable performance. I thrive when building customer-centric teams and turning around stalled operations through strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making. I’ve led diverse initiatives across marketing, digital, and operations, driving efficiency, cost reductions, and revenue growth while maintaining strong partner and client relationships. I’m passionate about scalable processes, leading with empathy, and delivering practical solutions that align with business goals.

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Hi, I’m Marwan Sharaiha. I’m an operations and growth-minded leader with 21+ years of experience steering large-scale functions to on-time delivery, peak quality, and measurable performance. I thrive when building customer-centric teams and turning around stalled operations through strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making.

I’ve led diverse initiatives across marketing, digital, and operations, driving efficiency, cost reductions, and revenue growth while maintaining strong partner and client relationships. I’m passionate about scalable processes, leading with empathy, and delivering practical solutions that align with business goals.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Operations Manager / Co-founder at MENA-Review.com
July 1, 2021 - Present
Oversee weekly AI-curated marketing newsletter; research trends in the MENA region; curate content with AI tools; implement SEO and social media strategies to boost online visibility and reader engagement.
Education/Student Advisor & Sales at EF Education First
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Market English language solutions to engaged leads; identify and nurture potential leads; conduct follow-ups and tailored presentations; maintain CRM data for tracking and follow-up.
GoDaddy Guide / Sales Consultant at Teleperformance
February 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Support customers on GoDaddy products (hosting, domains, DNS, marketing products, email); resolve technical issues; guide customers in configuring DNS; train clients on using GoDaddy tools.
Operations Manager / Co-founder at Shabab.in
September 1, 2020 - Present
Launch and grow a pioneering Arabic-language ad revenue-sharing magazine for the Middle East; recruit authors from multiple countries; manage ad sales and revenue sharing among contributors.
General Manager / Owner at Carouge Trade Mediators LLC
November 1, 2019 - October 31, 2021
Manage automotive fleet sales and canvassing; oversee export of Jordanian/Middle Eastern goods to Europe; develop sales strategies and conduct market research to expand the client base.
Online Marketing Manager / Marketing Project Manager at Cairo Amman Bank (CAB)
November 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
Develop and execute digital marketing strategies; manage content, social media, and online ads; lead campaigns, partnerships, and customer segmentation; oversee ROI-focused marketing initiatives.
Managing Director at PRODIGI Corp
October 1, 2012 - September 30, 2013
Oversee social media & online marketing communications for brands such as Hyundai, LG, and Hamley’s; lead a cross-functional team and drive business growth.
Project Leader / Consultant at Adrenaline Marketing Communications
March 1, 2012 - September 30, 2012
Led projects and provided strategic marketing guidance for clients; contributed to campaign planning and execution.
Marketing Manager at DER (LG Air Conditioners exclusive distributor in Iraq) – Dar El Ryan
July 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Developed and executed marketing strategies for DER; expanded product line exploration; enhanced in-store presence and distribution.
Invention Manager – Media Manager at Mindshare MENA
February 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Managed media budgets from $15K to $2M; developed media strategies and launch campaigns; improved audience engagement across traditional media.
Head of Buying at Zenith Optimedia
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Founded and led ZO's media buying division; negotiated vendor partnerships and drove cost-effective media buying operations.
Account Manager at Publicis.Graphics
December 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Managed marketing communications and branding projects; collaborated with clients to deliver integrated campaigns.

Education

B.A., Public Administration at American University of Beirut
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
IGCSE, GCE at New English School, Jordan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Certified Marketing Manager (CMM)
January 1, 2017 - December 20, 2025
Strategic Planning / Communication Specialist
June 1, 2008 - December 20, 2025
Digital Marketing Strategy & Tactics Workshop
December 1, 2013 - December 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Financial Services, Retail