Sumaia Al-Saffar

Deliver case-study-based teaching in clinical assessment, diabetic foot, and vascular pathology, translating specialist expertise into structured learning for podiatry students. Presented clinical research findings to multidisciplinary teams at CSH via invited L&D sessions.

Established a foot and ankle lesion screening programme from scratch, initiating 50+ referrals with diagnostic success strong enough to secure departmental grant funding. Trained the podiatry department in lesion identification and referral documentation, implemented vascular screening (80% of foot-wound referrals requiring vascular intervention), and streamlined discharge processes via new approv

Originated the product concept and co-designed an MVP for a structured clinical video library focused on diabetes and cardiovascular complications. Led a cross-functional team of 8 from concept to live deployment in a GP trial for 5,000+ patients, coordinating NHS stakeholder requirements and grant discussions with NHS Innovate.

Generated £50,000 revenue in three months through prospecting, negotiation, and account retention while leading a team of 12. Streamlined operational processes to improve customer experience and ensured staff compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Identified and established strategic partnerships aligned with growth objectives, managing OEM and distributor relationships and concluding commercial agreements. Monitored partnership performance metrics and identified improvement opportunities to drive results.

Managed high-stakes client relationships for ultra-high-net-worth clients across the GCC region, reporting directly to the CEO. Led front- and back-office teams, managed AML audits and risk assessments at institutional level, and established UK branch operational procedures during initial setup.

Ranked #1 loan converter in the South West region and consistently exceeded sales targets. Led and developed a team of 6 Business Managers, delivering training and task management, and initiated Women in Business networking events.

Delivered specialist podiatric dermatology sessions covering lesion identification, dermoscopy, referral pathways, and case studies drawn from clinical practice. Converted advanced dermatology knowledge into teachable frameworks for learner progression.

BA in Business Management Practice at Kingston University, Kingston upon Thames.

MSc in Podiatric Medicine (pre-registration, clinical specialist track) at the University of Brighton.