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Hani Dajani

Hani Dajani

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Highly motivated professional with 15 years of experience in advertising and 9 years as a business owner in furniture refurbishing and restoration. Proven expertise in marketing, branding, project management, and business operations. Adept at creative strategy, client relations, and driving business growth. Now seeking to leverage a diverse skill set and entrepreneurial mindset in a corporate environment, contributing to innovative marketing and business strategies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Founder

VINTAGE FINDS – FURNITURE RESTORATIONS
01.2016 - 03.2025
  • Successfully launched and managed a furniture refurbishing and restoration business, overseeing all aspects of operations, marketing, and customer engagement
  • Handled project management, supplier relationships, and quality control to deliver high-quality craftsmanship
  • Built and maintained strong customer relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business

Account Director

PARTNER & PARTNER ADVERTISING
Abu Dhabi
12.2012 - 01.2016
  • Led strategic planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns for a diverse portfolio of clients, including Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF), International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Emirates Foundation, SDIC, Al Jazira Football Club, and others.
  • Managed client relations, ensuring seamless execution of campaigns and alignment with business objectives.

Sr. Account Manager

O2 MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
Abu Dhabi
05.2009 - 12.2012
  • Managed a high-profile portfolio of government and private-sector clients, including Municipality of Abu Dhabi City, Al Rahba Hospital, TDIC, ADEC, ADNOC Distribution, The General Secretariat of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Al Qudra Holding, and more
  • Developed comprehensive communication strategies for diverse clients
  • Led the execution of corporate and tactical campaigns, as well as internal communication initiatives, from brief to rollout
  • Ensured smooth daily operations, maintained project timelines, and upheld high-quality deliverables
  • Contributed to strategy development, providing insights for impactful advertising solutions
  • Fostered strong client relationships by balancing operational efficiency with strategic counsel

Account Manager

TEAM YOUNG & RUBICAM Y&R
Abu Dhabi
11.2004 - 05.2009
  • Managed key accounts, including Etihad Airways, Etisalat, and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
  • Worked alongside an Account Director and Account Executive to elevate clients' advertising standards and drive marketing success
  • Developed and executed corporate, tactical, and internal communication campaigns
  • Assisted in strategy development to deliver effective advertising solutions
  • Conducted competitive analysis and budget reviews to support strategic decision-making

Account Manager

MIDDLE EAST MEDIA GROUP (MMG)
Dubai
03.2003 - 11.2004
  • Company Overview: MMG was an advertising agency that was exclusively set up to cater to BMW Group Middle East
  • Managed the advertising needs of three major BMW Importers in the Middle East, namely Abu Dhabi Motors, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors - KSA and Ole Jordan – Amman, Jordan

Account Executive

Graphic International Advertising
Abu Dhabi
04.2002 - 03.2003

Education

B.S. Degree - Business Administration

Ajman University of science and Technology

Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Thorough knowledge of pre/post production processes
  • Comprehension of advertising development process and strategy development
  • Understanding of billing procedures
  • Good creative judgment and selling skills

Additional Training

  • Customer Service Excellence, Y&R/ The Holding Group THG
  • Thinkubator - Creative selling workshop, Team Y&R, Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Presentation Skills, Middle East Media Group (MMG), Dubai, UAE
  • BMW Corporate brand and marketing strategies, BMW Group, Dubai, UAE

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder

VINTAGE FINDS – FURNITURE RESTORATIONS
01.2016 - 03.2025

Account Director

PARTNER & PARTNER ADVERTISING
12.2012 - 01.2016

Sr. Account Manager

O2 MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
05.2009 - 12.2012

Account Manager

TEAM YOUNG & RUBICAM Y&R
11.2004 - 05.2009

Account Manager

MIDDLE EAST MEDIA GROUP (MMG)
03.2003 - 11.2004

Account Executive

Graphic International Advertising
04.2002 - 03.2003

B.S. Degree - Business Administration

Ajman University of science and Technology

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