Expertise

The ocean grahic asset

With over 20 years of experience in marketing communications within both B2B and B2C sectors, I've gained a multidisciplinary skill set, excelling in leading teams and executing impactful projects.

I am currently based in Dubai and work with various clients in MENA region on consultancy basis. My engagement with organizations from varied sectors—such as higher education, policy institutes, non-profits, financial institutions, logistics, incubators, research labs, retail, and technology—has allowed me to tailor marketing solutions to meet specific client needs.

My leadership is defined by a deep commitment to mentorship and career development, focusing on empowering team members to thrive and progress. This approach to nurturing talent has been key to achieving both individual and organizational success, underscoring my belief in the transformative impact of effective leadership.

Expertise

Strategic Communications

I am proficient in developing and scaling marketing communications strategies that support organizational goals. My experience covers market research, strategy mapping, crisis communication, external and internal communications, and media relations.

Brand Development

My journey in brand development is marked by leading award-winning and complex branding projects. My expertise covers the full spectrum of brand development—from research, strategy, and identity creation to messaging, positioning, and brand activation.

Growth Marketing

Throughout my career, I have led over 1,000 integrated marketing communications (IMC) campaigns across various industries. My work spans the B2G, B2B, and B2C sectors, focusing on driving measurable growth, boosting customer acquisition, and fostering loyalty.

Content Marketing

My content marketing approach is characterized by a wide range application of content formats, thoughtfully designed to resonate with varied audience segments across both digital and traditional media landscapes.

Leadership at heart

A significant aspect of my management expertise lies in developing and guiding high-performing marketing teams. I’ve managed and scaled teams for 18 years. At my recent employer, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, I joined a team of 4 and scaled it to 38 high-performing members across several functions supporting the university, its colleges, national research institutes, and centers.

Regardless of team size, my priority has always been to nurture a collaborative atmosphere that promotes creativity and innovation. My leadership style is characterized by a dedication to clear guidance, coupled with the encouragement of team members to take initiative and offer their distinct insights. This approach has been instrumental in achieving both team and project success.

The behavioral skills that most define me include leadership, communication, analytical, creativity, and a results-oriented focus, which underpin my ability to drive successful marketing strategies and team dynamics.

  • Leadership: I thrive in team settings, consistently demonstrating strong leadership skills that foster collaboration and drive teams toward achieving marketing objectives.

  • Communication: I possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, significantly enhancing team dynamics and client interactions.

  • Analytical: I have a strong aptitude for numbers and possess advanced analytical abilities, enabling meticulous campaign evaluation and data-driven decision-making.

  • Creative: With a background in Graphic Art, creativity has been a constant in both my career and personal life. I am always keen about generating creative and innovative solutions.

  • Results-Oriented: As a proactive and results-driven marketer, I am always focused on delivering measurable results and continuous improvement.

Professional Experience

I am proficient with

Google Search Console
Google Ads
Google Analytics 4
Hootsuite
Meta
ahrefs
Shopify
Benchmark email
Hubspot

“Houssam is a professional in his field and possess an excellent execution track record. He is innovative and creative in terms of corporate communication channel, outputs and other collateral. His execution speed is phenomenal. His grasp of communicating Knowledge Management as a value-added corporate capability in attention-grabbing format is exciting. He is an excellent team player and would endorse with him with confidence.”

Norlida (Oli) Azmi,
Chartered FCIPD, Group Chief People Officer Axiata Group,
Adjunct Professor (UNITAR), Author, Keynote Speaker

I am available for consultancy engagements.