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Imad Bashour

@imadbashour

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Seasoned business and strategy consultant driving growth across MENA markets.

Lebanon

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior consulting or leadership roles where I can drive regional growth, lead research-driven strategy, mentor teams, and deliver measurable business impact for multinational clients.

A seasoned Business & Strategy Consultant with over 20 years of experience driving business growth for multinational clients across the MENA region. I bridge the gap between data-driven insights and high-level executive decision-making.

Currently transitioning from a Regional Business Manager role where I managed the full P&L and annual budget projections for UAE and Qatar operations, I offer a unique blend of strategic vision and operational rigor. My background includes serving as a Management Board member, shaping long-term business strategy and service development.

Core Executive Competencies:

- Strategic Growth: Proven track record of securing contracts with key public/private entities and developing winning tenders for NGOs and IGOs.

- Operational Excellence: Led over 14 annual regional Excellence Programs to drive performance improvements for top-tier clients in Automotive, Banking, Telecom, and Retail.

- Innovation & Insights: Pioneer of proprietary market tools, including 'lifeOgraphics' (lifestyle database) and the Retail Banking Intelligence Dashboard.

- Tech-Forward Leadership: Leveraging advanced AI platforms to accelerate data synthesis and enhance strategic reporting.

I am seeking opportunities where I can leverage my experience in management, market research, and market intelligence to drive organizational profitability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Regional Business Manager

ARA Research & Consultancy

Jan 2014 - Jan 2025 (11 years)

Managed regional P&L and client relationships across MENA, delivered 14+ annual Excellence Programs and secured major public and private contracts to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.

P&L management Client Relations Program Management Tender Writing Mystery Shopping Customer Satisfaction Strategic Planning

Managing Director

Market Intelligence & Consulting

Jan 2006 - Jan 2014 (8 years)

Led a team of 10 to deliver consulting engagements, launched a proprietary lifestyle database adopted by 14+ clients, and expanded client portfolio through events and strategic advisory.

Team Leadership Product Development Stakeholder Engagement Database Development Event Management Strategic Advisory

Managing Partner

InfoPro Research

Jan 1999 - Jan 2006 (7 years)

Managed 20 researchers and commercial teams, developed a Retail Banking Intelligence Dashboard adopted by major banks, and delivered syndicated studies and GIS-driven location analyses.

Research Management Business Development Dashboard Development GIS Syndicated Studies Quantitative Research Qualitative Research Competitive Intelligence

Senior Executive Researcher

Ipsos

Jan 1997 - Jan 1999 (2 years)

Designed and executed quantitative and qualitative studies including U&A, advertising research, opinion polls, and retail audits to inform client strategies and reporting.

Survey Design Qualitative Research Data Analysis Reporting Retail Audits Presentation

Junior Researcher

Middle East InfoSearch

Jan 1994 - Jan 1997 (3 years)

Supported coordination and analysis of qualitative and quantitative studies for media, FMCG, and manufacturing clients, contributing to data processing and project delivery.

Data Processing Quantitative Analysis Project Coordination Market Research Reporting client support