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• Managing the entire lifecycle of AI-driven products in the energy sector portfolio, from initial concept through development to successful market delivery.
• Guiding the development of a market-leading, tech-agnostic Computer Vision platform that seamlessly
integrates with any camera system, driven by customer requirements and market analysis.

Product Champion

Thrive Everywhere

Chief Well-being Officer

Esade

Provide timely and frequent feedback to students to reduce doubts and foster their curiosity and interest in programming.
Reinforce student learning of programming principles through weekly check-ins and tutoring sessions.

Teaching Assistant - Applied Algorithmic Thinking

YEGO

Analyzed historic post-ride feedback from 2017 in English, Spanish, and French using an NLP topic model. This model categorizes messages into 7 key topics, automatically routing them to the appropriate department, eliminating the need for manual sorting by customer service.

Data Science Consultant

Baker Hughes

• Led a team of engineers in the adoption of next generation software systems for Drilling Services, exceeding quarterly targets by achieving a 10% increase in adoption rates.
• Oversaw the development and deployment of a software application that boosted operational efficiency by 70% and reduced manpower requirements by 30%.

NextGen Product Engineer

• Conducted comprehensive field tests of new Drilling Services technology across different locations in then United States, driving technological advancement.
• Served as the primary liaison between Global Operations and Regional Engineering teams, ensuring the
successful deployment of new technologies.

Product Test Engineer

• Managed the product backlog of a $10M surface acquisition software solution, prioritizing requirements from extensive stakeholder inputs, leading the development of next-generation software solutions.
• Utilized deep field experience to ensure the creation of user-centric software tools that met the specific needs of Field Engineers.

Product Owner

Played an integral part in flawless execution performed by the Offshore team, where a 99.5% quality performance was achieved, breaking a record for Saudi Aramco and as a result getting awarded a new tender to drill more wells offshore.

MWD Field Engineer I / LWD Field Engineer II

Al-Babtain Group

Research and Development Engineer

General Motors Components Holdings

General Support

Shaw Nass Middle East WLL

Intern - Operations Management

Bahrain Petroleum Company

Industrial Trainee

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I wear two hats in my professional journey...

In one role, I'm deeply passionate about technology and digital products, especially those that enhance the quality of our lives. As a Product Champion, I take ideas from conception to launch, empowering teams to craft products that leave a positive impact.

Yet, in another equally compelling role, I'm dedicated to helping others cultivate a healthier and happier life.

If you're seeking more energy, heightened productivity, better performance, and enhanced well-being, you've reached the right guy!

I empower entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers to thrive through my holistic approach:

- As a Mindful Productivity Guide, I enable you to work on high-impact tasks that are aligned with your goals, free from distractions and with full focus.
- As a Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator, I guide you to find focus, calm and intention amidst chaos.
- As a Health and Wellbeing Coach (in-training), I help you create customized plans for living a healthier, more balanced life.

I'm here to champion your life journey. Let's connect and tailor an actionable plan suited to your unique needs!

George Karaan

I’ve had the privilege of leading a dynamic team of product managers in creating and delivering innovative B2B SaaS products. My role encompassed every facet of product strategy and development. I profoundly shaped our product roadmaps to align with company objectives and market needs and worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution from conception to launch.

Leveraging Agile methodologies, we’ve fostered an environment of adaptability and efficiency. It allows us to drive efficient product development cycles, accelerate market time, and maximize business impact.

Championing a user-centric ethos, I prioritize seamless user experiences throughout product design and functionality, ensuring customer satisfaction remains paramount. Additionally, I am adept at defining and monitoring key performance metrics, leveraging data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making, and refining product offerings iteratively.

𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

𝗻.𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 is a cutting-edge computer vision solution designed to enhance customer experiences and boost employee productivity in retail, entertainment, fast food chains, health and safety, and more. 

𝗻.𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘁 is an AI-powered solution that facilitates remote management of oil wells. It predicts pump failures with real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance to optimize operations, increase oil production, and reduce downtime.

𝗻.𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗺 aims to transform palm tree agriculture with AI algorithms. It is designed to enable businesses to maximize yields, reduce costs, and enhance profitability in palm cultivation by preventing pest infestations, soil contamination, and excessive water consumption.

𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘆𝗹𝗮 is a cutting-edge, no-code machine-learning platform. It empowers enterprises to leverage advanced machine-learning algorithms to extract critical insights from their business data, drive informed decisions, and optimize outcomes.

Head of Products

I spearheaded the development and implementation of all processes related to product management. This included establishing the Product Organization from the ground up and designing the product development lifecycle and agile processes, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

Additionally, my experience in digital transformation and project management plays a pivotal role in establishing the Project Management Office (PMO), including processes, tools, and templates to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. 

The key to our success was developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and report progress to the leadership team. These KPIs provided valuable insights for informed decision-making.

Furthermore,  I trained the product and development teams to utilize new processes and best practices, empowering them to deliver high-quality solutions within scope, budget, and schedule constraints.

Senior Product Manager

Zabeel International Institute of Management & Technology

PMP Professional Trainer

Intertec Systems

I led a digital transformation initiative within the healthcare sector to implement digital G2B, G2C, and B2G SaaS products and services.

In this role, I spearheaded an onsite cross-functional team responsible for various activities, including requirement gathering, obtaining business approvals, managing solution demos, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), service deployment, and operational support. In addition, I oversaw an offshore development team tasked with development and testing activities.

By effectively coordinating both on-site and offshore teams, I ensured seamless project execution and delivered high-quality solutions that met stakeholder requirements and industry standards.

Digital Transformation Manager (Healthcare)

Freelancer

I specialized in providing comprehensive preparation courses for Project Management Professional (PMP) and Program Management Professional (PgMP) certifications. 

Leveraging my extensive expertise and industry knowledge, I delivered tailored training sessions to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their certification exams. 

Through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and personalized coaching, I empowered my students to confidently tackle the rigorous certification process and achieve their professional goals.

PMP Professional Trainer and Agile Coaching 

Information & eGovernment Authority

I embarked on a dual journey. Within the PMO, I was at the nexus of innovation and execution, supporting top management in crafting program strategies, developing business cases, and initiating projects aligned with our strategic portfolio objectives. 

With meticulous attention to detail, I navigated the complexities of project delivery, orchestrating the end-to-end process from scope management to resource allocation, ensuring that our portfolio deliverables met the highest quality standards, were delivered punctually, and remained within budgetary constraints.

Meanwhile, as an Agile Transformation Coach, I became the architect of change, guiding cross-functional teams through the intricate maze of agile methodologies and practices. Through hands-on training, mentoring, and coaching, I empowered teams to embrace SCRUM principles, facilitating events such as release planning and iteration meetings with finesse. 

Armed with agile tools and techniques, we embarked on a journey of continuous improvement, leveraging practices such as User Story writing and Automated Testing to enhance productivity and efficiency. 

Through these intertwined roles, I drove project success and nurtured a culture of agility and adaptability, laying the foundation for our organization’s continued growth and success.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
📊 Project Management Office (PMO) Revamp
🔄 Agile transformation of the GIS Directorate
🌐 Digital transformation of G2B, G2C, and B2B services
🔧 Bahrain Central Registry System (CRS) Upgrade
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Senior Project Manager (PMO)

Public Works Authority ‘Ashghal’ – Qatar

Joining the Public Works Authority marked the beginning of an enriching journey. My experience and achievements in the software engineering industry and team leadership laid the foundation for my promotion to Project Manager within the (PMO). 

In this pivotal role, I assumed multifaceted responsibilities, steering projects through their entire lifecycle with meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication. Every endeavor was met with a steadfast commitment to excellence, from orchestrating project procurement activities and defining business requirements to managing schedules, costs, and resources. 

I ensured transparent communication with project sponsors and stakeholders, providing regular updates and proactive risk management. 

𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝘆 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹: 

🌍 The migration of Consultants' Data Centers to Qatar
📚 The implementation of the Employees’ e-learning Solution 
📱 The implementation of the Oracle HR Self-services Mobile Application

Each project is a testament to the collaborative effort and strategic foresight contributing to the IS Department's mission of driving transformative change and enhancing the authority infrastructure.

Project Manager - PMO

Scrum Master

Development Team Lead

AS invent

Technical Team Lead

LINKdotNET

Senior Solution Developer

Al-Arabia for Information Technology

Senior Web Developer

With over two decades of experience in the software industry, I have led the development and delivery of innovative B2B, B2G, G2B, G2C, and G2E PaaS and SaaS products spanning multiple countries, including Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates across private and public sectors.

I led initiatives using artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and digital transformation in multiple domains, including healthcare, finance, retail, supply chain, oil and gas, energy, telecom, e-government, media, fast food chain, and agriculture. Throughout my career, cutting-edge methodologies, tools, and strategies helped me solve complex challenges and be a center of excellence in all organizations I worked with.

As a 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 with 5+ years of experience in product management, I bring hands-on expertise in leading product strategies, managing diverse product portfolios, and guiding Product Managers and cross-functional teams through the entire product lifecycle to deliver impactful, customer-centric solutions. For example, our computer vision product significantly enhanced the customer journey by reducing service time by 20%, improving operational efficiency by 25%, and enabling customer demographic analysis that boosted sales by 15% through tailored marketing strategies and personalized offers designed to resonate with specific customer segments.

As a client-centric leader, I engage with clients to ensure our product features align with their business goals and effectively address their pain points. By collaborating with C-suite stakeholders, I translate their strategic objectives into actionable product requirements, building trust and delivering measurable results. I maintain regular touchpoints and clear communication throughout the process, ensuring solutions meet and exceed client expectations while streamlining operations for maximum efficiency.

I have spearheaded large-scale digital transformation programs, including healthcare digitization in the UAE and e-government services in Bahrain. By establishing clear KPIs and utilizing tools like Amplitude and Google Analytics, I achieved a 40% reduction in service delivery times and significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Skilled in Agile frameworks such as Scrum and scaled Agile, I have streamlined delivery cycles, accelerated development timelines, and improved customer satisfaction while fostering team adaptability and collaboration.

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