I am a trilingual professional fluent in Arabic, English, and French with over 10 years of leading end-to-end programs across EMEA’s multicultural dynamics. My expertise spans nonprofit, healthcare, fintech, and hospitality sectors where I excel at logistical planning and execution. Beyond my managerial roles, I am a signed artist with Rexius Records engaged in creative projects including music production, studio recording, lyric composition, and vocal performance. My background also encompasses international law and project management certifications, allowing me to efficiently oversee resources, optimize processes, and manage risks. I am passionate about building strategic partnerships and enhancing community support while leveraging tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, and Tableau to drive performance and stakeholder engagement.

Sarah Machlab

I am a trilingual professional fluent in Arabic, English, and French with over 10 years of leading end-to-end programs across EMEA’s multicultural dynamics. My expertise spans nonprofit, healthcare, fintech, and hospitality sectors where I excel at logistical planning and execution. Beyond my managerial roles, I am a signed artist with Rexius Records engaged in creative projects including music production, studio recording, lyric composition, and vocal performance. My background also encompasses international law and project management certifications, allowing me to efficiently oversee resources, optimize processes, and manage risks. I am passionate about building strategic partnerships and enhancing community support while leveraging tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, and Tableau to drive performance and stakeholder engagement.

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I am a trilingual professional fluent in Arabic, English, and French with over 10 years of leading end-to-end programs across EMEA’s multicultural dynamics. My expertise spans nonprofit, healthcare, fintech, and hospitality sectors where I excel at logistical planning and execution. Beyond my managerial roles, I am a signed artist with Rexius Records engaged in creative projects including music production, studio recording, lyric composition, and vocal performance.

My background also encompasses international law and project management certifications, allowing me to efficiently oversee resources, optimize processes, and manage risks. I am passionate about building strategic partnerships and enhancing community support while leveraging tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, and Tableau to drive performance and stakeholder engagement.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

MENA Regional Manager at YPO
January 1, 2025 - Present
Managed nonprofit procurement; utilized software tools including Icertis, SAP Concur, Cvent; provided performance oversight using Tableau and Salesforce to deliver strategic regional management and operations.
Health & Community Support Relationship Manager at DXB Partners
February 1, 2024 - Present
Led fintech strategic partnerships, event management, CRM using HubSpot, and content creation through Canva focusing on health and community support initiatives.
Senior Events Coordinator at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Directed hospitality and events coordination for luxury resort, supporting multicultural event execution and tourism training, including Dubai Way professional standards.
Weddings Specialist at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Center
March 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Oversaw property management system operations, catering coordination, operational agility with cross-functional collaboration and contracting within high-end wedding planning contexts.
Food & Beverage Manager In Training at Four Seasons Hotel, Beirut
December 31, 2015 - September 5, 2025
Managed service continuity monitoring with AVERO, crisis management and kitchen administration supporting operations and training in luxury hospitality.
MENA Regional Manager at YPO
February 1, 2025 - Present
Managing nonprofit procurement, overseeing performance, and leading strategic partnerships across the MENA region. Responsible for tools such as Icertis, SAP Concur, and Cvent, and managing CRM activities via Salesforce and content creation using Canva.
Health & Community Support Relationship Manager at DXB Partners
February 1, 2024 - Present
Responsible for strategic fintech partnerships, event management, CRM using HubSpot, and content creation with Canva. Actively engaged in community support and health initiatives.
Senior Events Coordinator at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Coordinated luxury event operations in a high-paced environment, utilizing Dubai Way professional tourism training and property management systems such as Protel.
Weddings Specialist at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Center
March 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Oversaw PMS operations and catering for weddings, utilizing operational agility and cross-functional collaborations including contracting and stakeholder engagement.
Food & Beverage Manager In Training at Four Seasons Hotel, Beirut
December 31, 2015 - September 5, 2025
Managed service continuity monitoring with Avero and crisis management, kitchen administration, and F&B operations.
Volunteer at PRODES Lebanon
December 31, 2013 - September 5, 2025
Engaged in nonprofit social development, local outreach, and community service.
MENA Regional Manager at YPO
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead nonprofit procurement initiatives and manage strategic partnerships within fintech. Responsible for event management, CRM utilizing HubSpot, and content creation with Canva. Oversee performance oversight using Tableau and Salesforce for sales processes.
Senior Events Coordinator at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Coordinated major events within a luxury hospitality setting, implemented professional tourism training with DET, and managed property management systems including Protel to optimize operational efficiency.
Weddings Specialist at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Center
March 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Specialized in high-end wedding planning and execution using PMS Opera and catering operational agility. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure smooth contracting and event success.
Food & Beverage Manager In Training at Four Seasons Hotel, Beirut
December 31, 2015 - September 5, 2025
Monitored service continuity and crisis management operations. Administered kitchen tasks related to food and beverage service management.
Volunteer at PRODES Lebanon
December 31, 2013 - September 5, 2025
Engaged in nonprofit social development including local outreach and community service initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management at Université La Sagesse, Beirut (certified by École Hôtelière de Lausanne)
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
French Baccalauréat in Literature & Humanities at Grand Lycée Franco-Libanais, Beirut
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management at ULS, Beirut / École Hôtelière de Lausanne
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
French Baccalauréat in Literature & Humanities at Grand Lycée Franco-Libanais, Beirut
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management at Université Libanaise (ULS), Beirut, certified by École Hôtelière de Lausanne
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
French Baccalauréat in Literature & Humanities at Grand Lycée Franco-Libanais, Beirut
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025

Qualifications

Project Management Certification — IBM
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
International Law, Project Management Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
IBM I Business Regulations
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Dubai Way Professional Tourism Training
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
International Law, Project Management Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
IBM IBusiness Regulations
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Agile Project Management and Process Optimization Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet