sawsan Derki

Strategic advisor and execution partner to the CEO on growth, organizational development and digital transformation. Led Syria expansion planning, organizational health diagnostics, KPI framework design, and digital enablement initiatives.

Founded the UAE's first makerspace and grew it into a product design and prototyping business. Ran every function from strategy to finance, HR, suppliers and government relations.

Led internal and external communications for the office of the CEO, Chief Economist and Chief of Staff. Developed the bank's internal communications strategy and channels, and revamped the intranet.

Managed events, PR and corporate communications for clients including Al-Rajhi Bank, Saudi Telecom, NAS Airline, American Express, GSK and Novartis. Led the Global Entrepreneurship Week campaign in KSA and the launch of NAS Airline.

Pursued an MSc in International Management, focusing on global business strategies and organizational leadership.

Earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Operations and Information Management.

Completed training in SharePoint and Copilot Studio, enhancing digital workplace and automation skills.

Completed training in Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals and Copilot for MS Office, focusing on AI applications.

Completed training in Leadership Skills and Negotiation Skills, enhancing managerial capabilities.