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I am a truly multi-cultural, incredibly outgoing professional with a natural talent for building strong relationships. I excel at clear communication, business development, and finding practical recruitment solutions that balance long-term fit with delivering results. I thrive under pressure and enjoy contributing to organizational success through a transparent, relationship-driven approach.
Since taking on regional leadership at Nicholas Howard LLC in 2025, I established our UAE presence, onboarded six new clients, and consistently sourced high-caliber candidates for roles across borders. I work closely with our UK teams to align international recruitment efforts, expand client networks, and deliver value through clear, collaborative execution.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced
Work Experience
Regional Managing Director at Nicholas Howard LLC
January 1, 2025 - PresentOversee all aspects of the business in the Middle East; client acquisition and relationship management; sourcing and placing candidates; align processes with UK HQ; international recruitment; onboarded six new clients; built regional presence and expanded networks.
Senior Project Manager at ADDED Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
December 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025Right hand of the Director of Executive Communications for projects pertaining to the Chairman's Office; project management for Abu Dhabi's industrial portfolio; organized and managed high-profile events; coordinated UAE Delegation to Japan; assisted with bids to host MC13 and the Fortune Global Forum; managed UAE protocol for VVIP delegates.
Project Manager at Omnia
September 30, 2022 - October 10, 2025Editing content and preparing reports for Strategic Communications; following up on details pertaining to special projects; contributed to Tabreed branding and coordinated regular site visits to ensure updated branding across UAE.
Managing Partner at Alpha Works
August 31, 2022 - October 10, 2025Converted Alpha Works into a profitable business; expanded services, trained employees, and implemented social media as the primary sales & marketing tool; maintained confidentiality for high-profile clients and supervised prestigious projects.
Consultant at Private Family Office
July 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025Led diverse special projects for a portfolio of companies; ensured alignment with strategic objectives; supervised cross-functional teams; maintained strict confidentiality and discretion.
Founder & Managing Partner at Oddball Motor Works
June 1, 2017 - October 10, 2025Built and managed the workshop; developed business plan, budgeting, financial forecasting and growth strategies; recruited and managed a team of skilled mechanics; delivered high-end automotive projects with strong client relationships.
Sales Manager at Classic Diagnostic Imaging
June 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025Increased sales revenue; launched recycling initiative for outdated X-ray machines; managed the full sales process and after-sales support; oversaw refurbishment and international resale of machines.
Regional Managing Director at Nicholas Howard LLC
January 1, 2025 - PresentOversee all aspects of the business in the Middle East, from client acquisition and relationship management to sourcing and placing candidates. Focus on understanding each client's needs to offer practical recruitment solutions, screening for qualifications and cultural fit, and maintaining clear communication with clients and candidates throughout the process. Since joining, onboarded six new clients across diverse industries and consistently placed high-quality candidates with emphasis on long-term fit. Collaborate with the UK team to support international recruitment, regularly sourcing candidates for roles in the UK and overseas markets, and expand networks through outreach, referrals, and in-person meetings.
Senior Project Manager at ADDED Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
December 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025Right-hand to the Director of Executive Communications for projects pertaining to the Chairman's Office. Collaborated with the Industrial Development Bureau on Abu Dhabi's Industrial Strategy events to strengthen the Emirate's competitive position. Project-managed high-profile events (JETRO, ADJEC, AIM, I2U2, GITEX, Fortune Global Forum, MIITE, ADIPEC, COP13) and represented Abu Dhabi as an official government delegate. Played a key role in organizing the UAE Delegation to Japan (2023) to build business relationships and attract Japanese industry. Assisted with government bids to host the WTO MC13 and the Fortune Global Forum. Managed UAE protocol for local and international VIP delegates and prepared marketing collateral and briefing materials for the Chairman and Executive Office.
Project Manager at Omnia
September 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025Edited content and prepared reports for the Strategic Communications department. Followed up on details for all special projects assigned by the Executive Director of Strategic Communications. Member of the Tabreed re-branding team within Marketing, coordinating regular site visits to ensure updated branding across Tabreed locations in the UAE.
Managing Partner at Alpha Works
August 1, 2022 - October 10, 2025Converted Alpha Works into a profitable business; prior to involvement they operated at a monthly loss of approximately AED 40k, and under management the company began generating monthly profits between AED 50k and AED 100k. Revamped the company by training employees to offer new services, expanding the target market, and implementing social media as the primary sales and marketing tool.
Consultant at Private Family Office
July 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025Project managed diverse special projects for a portfolio of companies across various industries. Ensured alignment with the Family Office's strategic objectives, supervised cross-functional teams, and maintained strict confidentiality and discretion.
Founder & Managing Partner at Oddball Motor Works
June 1, 2017 - October 10, 2025Founded and grew a workshop business in Ohio, building and maintaining strong client relationships through exceptional service. Recruited, trained and managed a team of 8 skilled mechanics and handled comprehensive business planning, budgeting, financial forecasting, and day-to-day operations.
Sales Manager at Classic Diagnostic Imaging
June 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025Significantly increased sales revenue and created a new revenue stream by recycling outdated X-ray machines. Managed the full sales cycle from initial contact to installation, provided after-sales support, and coordinated online bidding for all work orders.
Regional Managing Director at Nicholas Howard LLC
January 1, 2025 - PresentEstablished the company’s presence in the UAE and built the regional portfolio from the ground up. Onboarded six new clients across multiple industries and prioritized long-term fit when placing candidates. Coordinated with the UK team to support international recruitment, actively sourcing candidates for roles in the UK and overseas. Expanded client and candidate networks through outreach, referrals, and in-person meetings, strengthening the company’s regional position.
Senior Project Manager at ADDED Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
December 31, 2023 - October 10, 2025Right hand to the Director of Executive Communications for projects related to the Chairman’s Office, including Hub71, ADIO, ADGM, Free Zones Council, KFED, and Khalifa Fund. Led cross-functional teams to plan, manage and execute projects, and coordinated UAE protocol for VIP delegates; organized signature events (e.g., JETRO, ADJEC, AIM, I2U2, GITEX, Fortune Global Forum, MIITE, ADIPEC, COP13) and prepared executive briefings.
Project Manager at Omnia
September 30, 2022 - October 10, 2025Managed Strategic Communications and Marketing projects for major contracts, including Tabreed’s multi-regional branding effort. Edited content, prepared reports, coordinated branding site visits, and supported the marketing team in ensuring consistent brand execution across locations.
Managing Partner at Alpha Works
August 31, 2022 - October 10, 2025Converted Alpha Works from losses to profitability, trained staff to offer new services, expanded market reach, and implemented social media as the primary sales and marketing tool. Oversaw client communications and project delivery for high-profile automotive projects.
Consultant at Private Family Office
July 31, 2019 - October 10, 2025Led diverse special projects across a portfolio of companies, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives, supervising cross-functional teams, and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Founder & Managing Partner at Oddball Motor Works
June 1, 2017 - October 10, 2025Built and managed a boutique automotive workshop, cultivating strong client relationships, delivering high-end projects, recruiting and leading a team of skilled mechanics, and ensuring profitability and sustainability through effective planning.
Sales Manager at Classic Diagnostic Imaging
June 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025Significantly increased sales revenue and created a new revenue stream by recycling and refurbishing outdated X-ray machines for international markets; managed full sales cycle and after-sales support.
Education
Bachelor of Science at John Carroll University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013High School Diploma at University School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Management (Minor in Marketing & Entrepreneurial Studies) at John Carroll University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Management; Minor in Marketing & Entrepreneurial Studies at John Carroll University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013High School Diploma at University School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Qualifications
Industry Experience
Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Real Estate & Construction
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