Feras Al Jabi
General Manager
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-driven Chief Executive Officer with a formidable track record of staying ahead of industry trends. I have founded multiple companies from the ground up, specializing in Cloud Computing, by establishing and achieving strategic short- and long-term business objectives. As an accomplished Senior Vice President with a career spanning nearly 28 years, I have garnered multiple awards and cultivated extensive experience in enhancing business operations and capitalizing on untapped growth opportunities.
As a visionary leader, I am committed to a robust growth strategy that leverages digital transformation to enhance business agility and secure global recognition. My expertise encompasses operational leadership, project management, and rigorous cost control and optimization. I excel in human resource management, equipped with the acumen to implement innovative and strategic business solutions effectively.
I am a clear communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills, consistently demonstrating the ability to forge sustainable relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. My relentless drive to increase the company's market share involves forming and sustaining strategic business partnerships with high-value clients. I possess a deep understanding of business budgeting, loss forecasting, and business intelligence, which enables me to minimize losses effectively.
Furthermore, I am passionate about leadership development and am proficient in inspiring others to build and sustain high-performing management teams. My leadership style not only drives operational efficiencies but also fosters an environment of growth and innovation across the organization.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Vice President
Itqan Global for Cloud and Digital Computing Systems L.L.C. Digital OKTA
01.2017 - Current
- Successfully led the company to achieve its goals and objectives through the execution of effective growth strategies.
- Collaborated with senior staff, board members, community leaders, executive directors, and major stakeholders to expand and increase company productivity.
- Maintained an in-depth understanding of the industry and market dynamics in which the organization operates.
- Developed and implemented business growth strategies that significantly enhanced sales and profitability.
- Designed and deployed customized IT infrastructure service solutions, including Microsoft Practice, cloud services, application collaboration, productivity solutions, and a diverse range of business application services.
- Assessed the company's overall performance, providing senior management with operational and tactical guidance.
- Enforced company policies' end-to-end compliance controls to reduce procedural inconsistencies and eliminate redundant steps.
- Crafted high-quality business plans and strategies that aligned with both short-term and long-term organizational goals.
- Achieved and surpassed industry growth ratios in profile rating for cloud growth across multiple market verticals swiftly.
- Leveraged robotic process automation to fully utilize the cloud as a transformative platform and adapt to disruptive trends such as mobility, AI, and big data.
Senior Vice President
Advanced Technology Consultancy
12.2015 - Current
- Fostered a creative and proud workplace environment by initiating, maintaining, and expanding ATC, contributing to the overall success of the company.
- Strategically led the company to meet its goals and objectives through the implementation of effective growth strategies.
- Collaborated closely with senior staff, board members, community leaders, executive directors, and major stakeholders to expand company productivity.
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of the industry and market dynamics in which the organization operates.
- Developed and executed business growth strategies that significantly increased sales and profitability.
- Designed and implemented customized IT infrastructure services solutions, including Microsoft Practice, cloud services, collaborative applications, productivity enhancements, and a broad array of business application services.
- Evaluated the overall business performance, providing senior management with operational and tactical guidance.
- Ensured strict adherence to company policies through end-to-end compliance controls, minimizing procedural inconsistencies and eliminating redundant steps.
- Crafted high-quality business plans and strategies aligned with both immediate and long-term organizational goals.
- Achieved surpassing industry growth rates in profile rating for cloud growth across multiple market verticals within a brief period.
- Leveraged robotic process automation to maximize the benefits of cloud technology, establishing a foundation for disruptive trends such as mobility, AI, and big data.
General Manager/Senior Sales Manager
ITQAN
06.1998 - Current
- Provided pivotal oversight to a nine-member management team, focusing on aligning their efforts with the company's vision and mission to meet profitability targets.
- Conducted rigorous evaluations of past performance to enhance accountability and foster a culture of transparency.
- Managed precise forecasting of expenses and developed comprehensive operational budgets to guide financial planning.
- Oversaw daily business operations, spearheading the development and implementation of effective growth strategies to drive expansion and enhance market presence.
- Actively engaged in the professional development of junior managers and team members, significantly enhancing their operational efficiency and productivity.
- Created and managed budgets aligned with strategic objectives, effectively improving revenue streams.
- Led the recruitment and performance evaluation processes, ensuring optimal team composition and performance.
- Extended responsibilities included the detailed analysis of accounting and financial data, ensuring informed decision-making and sustained financial stability.
Sales Manager
AIT (Jumna AL Majid Group)
10.1995 - 05.1998
- Significantly contributed to the introduction of modern systems integrators, focusing on the four pillars of the third ICT platform as the primary foundation.
- Kept abreast of opportunities in the field and established connections with other industry executives.
- Enhanced operational frameworks and productivity by leading the entire IT Sales department.
- Researched industry standards and promoted overall innovation within AIT.
- Improved system efficiency by consulting with end users and proposing innovative solutions.
- Contributed to the expansion of AIT through the collection of market intelligence reports, development of novel strategies, and entrance into new markets.
- Provided external market analysis regarding products, competition, pricing, and other general market conditions to aid in the development of long-term strategic product plans.
Education
DBA - Business Quantitative Methods
Paris School of Business
Paris, France 04.2001 - 04.2024
MBA -
University of Liverpool
Liverpool, U.K. 04.2001 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Ajman University College of Science And Technology
United Arab Emirates 04.2001 - 04.1995
Skills
Adaptability
undefinedPersonal Information
Hobbies: Reading, Travel, Coaching
Affiliations
The 2011 Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Award in the Accomplished Leaders category was awarded to Dr. Feras Al Jabi from the UAE .
Timeline
Senior Vice President
Itqan Global for Cloud and Digital Computing Systems L.L.C. Digital OKTA
01.2017 - Current
Senior Vice President
Advanced Technology Consultancy
12.2015 - Current
DBA - Business Quantitative Methods
Paris School of Business
04.2001 - 04.2024
MBA -
University of Liverpool
04.2001 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Ajman University College of Science And Technology
04.2001 - 04.1995
General Manager/Senior Sales Manager
ITQAN
06.1998 - Current
Sales Manager
AIT (Jumna AL Majid Group)
10.1995 - 05.1998
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