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I am an experienced professional with over 17 years in financial advisory, business management, and corporate communications. Alongside my corporate expertise, I am a professional visual artist with extensive experience in graphics design and digital art and have led innovative projects involving blockchain and NFTs with notable companies like Binance and MBC Group.
I founded Dar Alfann Gallery, which showcases art influenced by the Arabian Gulf’s cultural heritage at Bahrain International Airport. I continuously strive to enhance my creative skills through an Interior Design Diploma, and I am passionate about using cutting edge technologies to create immersive visual experiences and leverage creative communication strategies, including in dynamic industries like gaming.
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Founder and Owner at Dar Alfann Gallery
May 1, 2015 - PresentEstablished Dar Alfann Gallery and consultancy in 2015, a boutique firm located at Bahrain International Airport and Al-Aali Mall. The firm creates art and artwork that reflect the traditional heritage of Arabian Gulf countries. Collaborated with local and regional institutions to produce unique bespoke products. Provide services including art consultancy, curation, artists management, customized artwork, event organizing, and AI generative artwork for cultural purposes.
Manager - Corporate Communications for Arts & Design at Gulf International Bank, Bahrain & Saudi
April 30, 2016 - August 23, 2025Organized internal and external events, managed departmental budgets, created marketing and promotional materials for print and electronic media, promoted products and services through public relations initiatives, created and delivered press releases and media content, assisted in fundraising activities including preparation of information and pre-placement memoranda.
Senior Consultant, Mergers and Acquisitions at Ernst & Young, Bahrain
February 28, 2015 - August 23, 2025Worked on buy and sell-side M&A transactions across the GCC. Assisted in fundraising including preparation of information and pre-placement memoranda. Participated in healthcare advisory services including business models, valuations, and financial analysis. Delivered valuation reports and feasibility studies for healthcare providers. Supported transaction advisory projects across various industries including valuations, business modeling, and financial due diligence.
Consultant, Corporate Finance Advisory at BDO Jawad Habib, Bahrain
June 30, 2008 - August 23, 2025Performed business valuations, financial projections, due diligences, feasibility studies, equity financing assistance, and information memorandum preparation. Conducted sector research and presented periodic reports to senior management. Attended client meetings and supported financial advisory services.
Assistant Underwriter at Arab Insurance Group (Arig) - Bahrain
June 30, 2006 - August 23, 2025Handled statistical analysis and review of underwriting offers, checked premium payments on renewal business, managed risk detail compilation, data entry for underwriting offers, and followed up on signed lines, renewals, and queries.
Founder at Dar Alfann Gallery
May 1, 2015 - PresentEstablished and manage Dar Alfann Gallery and consultancy since 2015, located at Bahrain International Airport and Al-Aali Mall. The gallery specializes in art reflecting the Arabian Gulf's cultural heritage, creating bespoke products, custom corporate gifts, artwork customization, artist management, art consultancy and curation, murals, event organization, and AI generative artwork focused on art and culture.
Manager - Corporate Communications for Arts & Design at Gulf International Bank, Bahrain & Saudi
April 30, 2016 - August 23, 2025Managed internal and external events, departmental budgets, created marketing and promotional materials including print and electronic media, promoted products and services through public relations, handled media relations and social media content, assisted in fundraising efforts including preparation of financial documents.
Senior Consultant at Ernst & Young, Bahrain
February 28, 2015 - August 23, 2025Worked in Mergers and Acquisition team focusing on buy and sell-side transactions across the GCC. Assisted in fundraising documentation preparation. Participated in healthcare advisory including business models, valuations, financial analysis, and sector research. Delivered valuation reports and feasibility studies for healthcare providers and expansion projects.
Consultant at BDO Jawad Habib, Bahrain
June 30, 2008 - August 23, 2025Performed business valuations, financial projections, due diligence, feasibility studies, financial modeling, and sector research. Assisted with equity financing and preparation of financial offering documents. Reported periodically to senior management and attended client meetings alongside partners.
Assistant Underwriter at Arab Insurance Group (Arig) - Bahrain
June 30, 2006 - August 23, 2025Supported underwriting division by analyzing statistical data, reviewing offers and premium payments, preparing risk details, entering underwriting data, and managing follow-ups on renewals and offer confirmations.
Founder at Dar Alfann Consultancy
May 1, 2015 - PresentFounded Dar Alfann Gallery and consultancy specializing in art and design that reflects the traditional heritage of the Arabian Gulf. The gallery has a permanent location in Bahrain International Airport and collaborated with regional institutions to produce unique bespoke products. Responsibilities include art consultancy, artist representation, product design, event organization, murals, and AI generative artwork for cultural purposes.
Manager - Corporate Communications for Arts & Design at Gulf International Bank, Bahrain & Saudi
April 30, 2016 - September 4, 2025Organized internal and external events and managed departmental budgets. Created marketing and promotional materials including artwork and advertisements. Conducted media relations, press releases, and social media content creation. Supported fundraising efforts by preparing information and pre-placement memoranda.
Senior Consultant (Mergers and Acquisition) at Ernst & Young, Bahrain
February 28, 2015 - September 4, 2025Worked on various buy and sell-side M&A transactions across the GCC region. Assisted with fundraising including preparation of information memoranda. Contributed to healthcare advisory projects involving business models, valuations, and financial analysis. Led projects including valuation reports, feasibility studies, and business plans across multiple sectors.
Consultant, Corporate Finance Advisory at BDO Jawad Habib, Bahrain
June 30, 2008 - September 4, 2025Provided business valuations, financial projections, and due diligence. Built financial models and conducted feasibility studies. Assisted equity financing and prepared information and pre-placement memoranda. Delivered periodic reports to senior management and attended client meetings alongside partners.
Assistant Underwriter at Arab Insurance Group (Arig), Bahrain
June 30, 2006 - September 4, 2025Performed statistical analysis, reviewed offers, and checked premium payments. Prepared risk information and entered underwriting data into systems. Managed follow-ups on signed lines, renewals, and queries on accepted offers.
Education
Art History Diploma at London Art College
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Professional Art Courses at Accademia Riaci – Florence
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Business Management Graduate at University of Bahrain
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Art History Diploma at London Art College
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Professional Art Courses at Accademia Riaci – Florence
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Business Management Graduate at University of Bahrain
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Diploma in Art History at London Art College
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025Bachelor of Business Management at University of Bahrain
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Qualifications
Diploma in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2024Diploma in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2024Art History Diploma
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Professional Art Courses
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2025Business Management Degree
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Diploma in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2024Diploma in Interior Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2024ACCA Level 1
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025ACCA Level 1
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025Diploma in Art History
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Retail, Travel & Hospitality
A bold and immersive poster and T-shirt design commissioned by Universal Music Group for the Guns N’ Roses tour. The artwork was showcased at the live concert in Bahrain and featured as part of the official tour merchandise. It continues to be available through the official Guns N’ Roses merchandise website.
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