elie Makhoul
@eliemakhoul1
I build commercial growth, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across MENA banking and insurance.
What I'm looking for
At Comin Insurance Brokerage, I lead commercial growth, partnerships, operations, and strategy as Deputy CEO across Egypt and Lebanon. I delivered 20% revenue growth, 15% market-share growth, and digital transformation that reduced processing time by 35% while improving customer satisfaction by 50%.
Previously at Inventure Capital, I generated more than USD 5M in business opportunities through multinational partnerships, led entry into three new territories, and exceeded sales targets by 25%. At SGBL, I managed a USD 100M+ portfolio, expanded SME and mortgage business by 35%, and supported compliance oversight, AML reporting, and executive training across Lebanon, Jordan, and Cyprus.
I build executive relationships across banking, insurance, and corporate sectors, turning commercial opportunities into long-term growth through strategic alliances, market expansion, and operational transformation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Comin Insurance Brokerage
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Executive leadership across commercial growth, partnerships, operations and strategy. Delivered 20% revenue growth and 15% market share growth, and led digital transformation reducing processing time by 35%.
Regional Business Development Manager
Inventure Capital
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Generated USD 5M+ in business opportunities through multinational partnerships and delivered 15% revenue growth in first year. Led market entry strategies across three new territories.
Assistant Branch Manager
Société Générale de Banque au Liban
Jan 2015 - Dec 2021 (6 years 11 months)
Managed USD 100M+ portfolio while consistently ranking among the bank's top-performing commercial leaders. Expanded SME and mortgage business by 35% while strengthening HNWI relationships.
Compliance Controller
Société Générale de Banque au Liban
Jan 2011 - Dec 2015 (4 years 11 months)
Led compliance oversight, AML reporting and executive training across Lebanon, Jordan and Cyprus. Performed permanent supervision control to ensure compliance and security of transactions.
Head Teller / Back Office
Lebanese Canadian Bank
Jan 2009 - Dec 2011 (2 years 11 months)
Managed teller operations and back office functions, ensuring accurate and efficient transaction processing.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Master of Business Administration, Management
Pursued an MBA in Management, focusing on advanced business and leadership skills.
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
Earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, building a strong foundation in business principles.
Saint Joseph School
Baccalaureate II, Humanities
Completed secondary education with a focus on humanities.
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