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Amr Riad

Amr Riad

Regional Business Development Manager
Cairo

Summary

Accomplished Development Manager with innovative leadership style and expertise in brand positioning strategies. Outstanding sales and marketing talents to manage product-related budgets. Great influencing and communication strengths.

Agile BDM recognized for building strong customer base and achieving sales targets. Extensive knowledge of local, national and international market trends within oilfield tools and equipment category. Organized individual with expertise in brand building, strategic planning and trend analysis. Innovative BDM experienced in converting sales leads and managing multiple accounts. Highly skilled in forecasting, project management and strategic planning with exceptional communication abilities. Thorough in monitoring trends and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.

Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in Oil & Gas industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.

Business Development Manager skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with results-driven approach.

Strategic-thinking Business Development Manager with history of transforming inefficient, underperforming operations into successful enterprises. Accomplished communicator with talent for building over-achieving teams. Dedicated to continuous improvement and achieving market-leading results.

Energetic business development professional driven to motivate and excite employees to reach optimum performance. Natural leader and complex problem solver. Experienced with product testing, management and development of new business opportunities. Skilled Business Development leader offering +25 years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives.

Creative Business Development Manager with impressive track record of improving sales and growing company customer base. Innovative program management, strategic planning and team leadership skills. Successful team builder with exceptional communication abilities.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Managing Director

GeoCode LLC, Http://www.geocode1.com
03.2020 - Current
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Established a high-performing executive team, recruiting top talent from diverse industries to drive organizational excellence.
  • Piloted cross-departmental projects to achieve successful delivery of new initiatives.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Led development of comprehensive business plan to maximize profitability and company performance.
  • Expanded market presence through successful negotiation of key partnerships and acquisitions.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.

Regional Business Development Manager (MENA)

PPS Canada, Http://www.pioneerps.com
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Responsible for business development in the MENA region.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Optimized sales processes for improved efficiency and effectiveness in meeting organizational targets.
  • Mentored junior team members to develop their skills and capabilities in driving business growth across the region successfully.
  • Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
  • Developed process to analyze customer feedback to incorporate insights into product development strategies.
  • Expanded regional market presence by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
  • Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
  • Established key performance indicators to track and analyze business progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Led contract negotiations with clients, suppliers, or partners that balanced company interests while fostering strong relationships for long-term mutual benefit.
  • Provided regular performance reports to senior management, offering insights into areas of success as well as potential improvement opportunities.
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Developed comprehensive territory plans to prioritize resources effectively for optimal ROI on initiatives undertaken.
  • Delivered presentations at industry conferences and networking events to promote company offerings and establish thought leadership positioning within the market space.
  • Collaborated with internal departments such as finance, operations, and logistics to ensure smooth execution of business development plans.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop successful marketing strategies.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Developed key partnerships for increased revenue generation with strategic alliances and joint ventures.

Regional Business Development Manager (MENA)

Probe USA, Http://www.probe1.com
01.2010 - 05.2018
  • Responsible for business development in the Middle East & North Africa region.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Developed new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations.
  • Compiled product and customer data to generate informed profit projections.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.
  • Optimized sales processes for improved efficiency and effectiveness in meeting organizational targets.
  • Provided regular performance reports to senior management, offering insights into areas of success as well as potential improvement opportunities.
  • Coordinated product launches, ensuring seamless integration into the market while maximizing exposure and reach.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop successful marketing strategies.
  • Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to key audience.
  • Continuously evaluated competitor offerings adjusting our strategies accordingly keeping ahead in a highly competitive environment.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Developed comprehensive territory plans to prioritize resources effectively for optimal ROI on initiatives undertaken.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Monitored competitive activity and market conditions to provide feedback to management.
  • Delivered presentations at industry conferences and networking events to promote company offerings and establish thought leadership positioning within the market space.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Successfully turned around underperforming territories by reevaluating and adjusting sales approaches, leading to increased market share and profitability.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
  • Led contract negotiations with clients, suppliers, or partners that balanced company interests while fostering strong relationships for long-term mutual benefit.
  • Enhanced brand visibility through targeted promotional campaigns, trade shows, and industry events.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences for informed decisionmaking.
  • Collaborated with internal departments such as finance, operations, and logistics to ensure smooth execution of business development plans.
  • Expanded regional market presence by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
  • Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
  • Gathered customer needs and worked with product development teams to implement changes based on feedback.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Developed CRM database of qualified leads through referrals, cold calling, direct mail, email campaigns and networking.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Wireline Senior Field Engineer

Weatherford, Http://www.weatherford.com
04.2008 - 01.2010
  • Worked as a Wireline Senior Field Engineer (Open Hole, Cased Hole & Pipe Recovery).

Senior Logging Engineer

Marjan Geoservices (a Schlumberger Company)
12.2004 - 03.2008

Job Description:

• To undertake contractually & technically stakeholders’ requirements & market demand of logging services for onshore/offshore oil‐gas operation.

• Implement operational business plan in utilizing highly qualified resources & capabilities with the latest state of art based on technological aspects & models of high level accuracy which satisfies clients’ needs.

Key Results & accountabilities:

With the guidance & consultancy of the operation Manager, the following criteria shall be fulfilled:

• Manage & control all logging operations & assets in terms of resources, financial revenues/income, equipment & tools with the objective to carry out fully the assigned

downhole services in a way exceeding clients’ expectations.

• Liaise with end‐users & vendors to insure acceptance & reliability of utilizing suitable & superb technical tools in getting accurate results & high level performance.

• Follow up the progress of logging data analysis & interpretation with end‐users & third party laboratories if any, in order to affirm that the resultant task(s) is observed & accomplished as nominated & relevant to the oil/gas wells performance & history.

• Verify with clients data interpretation scheme & compare results with the complete “Set Up” of each task & implement measurable scales & technical investigation methods for corrective action if any.

• Guide & motivate logging team to run their services & operation with the optimum level of technical standards & expertise.

• Establish regular/routine maintenance schedule & procedures for the logging tools & equipment & sourcing out logistically required materials & parts necessary for equipment & tools revamping.

• Adhere & fully comply with the HSEMS company rules & articles.

• Play an essential role in defining the business potentials & market survey as to increase & expand logging services presence & negotiate with clients further business development parallel to company strategic goals & tactics on acceptable business terms & conditions.

• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.

• Able to handle multi‐tasks and work well under pressure Customer focus & solution provider.

Field Engineer

SAPESCO, Http://www.sapesco.com
01.2002 - 12.2004
  • Worked as a Field Engineer (Casedhole logging and downhole tools)

Geophysicist

HBS International Egypt Ltd. (E & P Company)
01.1999 - 01.2002

HBS International Limited is a Tunisian Exploration Company (Oil & Gas); its concession is at South Dabaa area at the Western Desert, Egypt.

As Geophysicist duties, responsibilities include all aspects of Seismic Data Interpretation.

  • Provided valuable insights into subsurface properties with expert application of inversion techniques to seismic data.
  • Increased exploration efficiency by conducting thorough geological and geophysical interpretations of subsurface structures.
  • Enhanced reservoir characterization through integrating seismic, well log, and core data in detailed stratigraphic analysis.
  • Prepared maps and interpretations for all seismic data and performed regular analysis of data.
  • Implemented innovative machine learning algorithms for improved seismic inversion results.
  • Increased efficiency of seismic interpretation tasks by developing customized software tools.
  • Leveraged high-performance computing resources to efficiently process large volumes of 3D seismic data.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geophysics

Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Skills

Sales & Marketing

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Accomplishments

  • Successfully started up the company “Probe Holdings, Inc” in the MENA region from scratch in Q1 2010. Was involved in the company setup / office and workshop setup / personnel hiring and training / initial introduction to clients in the entire region (MENA).
  • Successfully Increased the Sales & Revenue in MENA during the last years since joining among the region.
  • Succeed to compete with old players and take a place over them.
  • Controlled the market of high temperature tools in Oman and dominating.
  • Strong relationship and wide Network among the whole Region.

Timeline

Managing Director

GeoCode LLC, Http://www.geocode1.com
03.2020 - Current

Regional Business Development Manager (MENA)

PPS Canada, Http://www.pioneerps.com
08.2018 - 01.2020

Regional Business Development Manager (MENA)

Probe USA, Http://www.probe1.com
01.2010 - 05.2018

Wireline Senior Field Engineer

Weatherford, Http://www.weatherford.com
04.2008 - 01.2010

Senior Logging Engineer

Marjan Geoservices (a Schlumberger Company)
12.2004 - 03.2008

Field Engineer

SAPESCO, Http://www.sapesco.com
01.2002 - 12.2004

Bachelor of Science - Geophysics

Ain Shams University
04.2001 -

Geophysicist

HBS International Egypt Ltd. (E & P Company)
01.1999 - 01.2002

Deliverables

Supporting the business development of the organization in every way and ensuring its success in the long term., Making every kind of business development plan and strategy whether of short term programs or long-term ventures, ensuring profitability and business growth., Identifying every market opportunity and working hard to make the most of it., Developing partnership opportunities for the company, which in turn facilitates more and more progress in the long run., Staffing, developing training programs, and managing associates on-site and abroad, Leading and managing the department to develop a strong, knowledgeable, pro-active team environment., Managing, coaching and providing leadership to internal managers/supervisors and staff to achieve goals emphasizing on professional development & driving the industry's best practices., Developing the sales & revenue generation., Establishing framework for customer relation strategy and driving process changes through business units with the goal of improving customer satisfaction & revenue, thereby ensuring profitability of the unit., Developing strategies to account for changes in business, law, technology & meeting compliance standards., Defining, developing and monitoring the service metrics of the centre’s performance; providing regular reports and updates to senior management., Spearheading the organization operations working as a Sales & Business Development Manager., Administering the entire management of sales and performances of all the organizations achieving maximum efficiency and profitability, consistently high level of quality service and customer satisfaction., Overseeing, analyzing and maximizing the financial performance of the sales including budget, profit contribution and loss, planning sales and controlling costs., Identifying legal requirements and government reporting regulations, legislative and arbitration decisions affecting operational functions; ensuring policies and procedures are in compliance, Conducting and carrying out business and operation reviews, advising on business (new start-ups and ongoing), analyzing data, spotting trends, preparing reports, initiating and developing business and sales improvements., Developing and implementing commercial strategy and balanced business plan that are consistent with corporate strategy to deliver commercial goals and objectives, and ensure categories and brand development strategies, business plans and tactics are developed and implemented., Ensuring how to reach the high EBTIDA that the group required.

Safety Courses

  • Defensive Driving Course (Cairo, Egypt).
  • Offshore Survival (Sea Survival and HUET, Helicopter under Water) at (ETSDC) {Emirates Technical & Safety Development Centre} Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Basic First Aid. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Advanced First Aid (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Basic Fire Fighting. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Advanced Fire Fighting. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • H2S and B.A. (ETSDC, UAE).

Profession

Managing Director

Organization

GeoCode LLC (Oilfield Supplier)

Location

Cairo, Egypt

From

03/01/20

To

Present

Website

http://www.geocode1.com

Birthday

01/09/76

Cover Letter

Dear Sir/Madam, With the knowledge and experience in Business Development, Sales and Consulting, I have decided to leverage my network, connectivity and experience background and transition into a new role. In this introductory cover letter, my intent is to highlight and convey my educational background, current work experience, past entrepreneurial endeavors, and future goals and aspirations. My current role is a Sr. Business Development Manager with a manufacturing company of different Oil Tools but all related to Measurements. I am looking to utilize my skills and experiences and move into a new position with your esteemed organization. Educationally, I graduated from Ain Shams University of Cairo, Egypt with my Bachelor of Science Degree in Geophysics in 1998. I have extensive knowledge and experience in several areas such as negotiating contracts and meeting and exceeding budgetary and revenue goals. Additionally, I have experience with new companies’ foundation and establishment, excellent experience in Middle East Market especially Gulf, in a consultative sales environment. During my over 20 years professional career, I have been in filed operations in early career especially Wireline and a sales capacity, either face-to-face, where I have created and presented presentations to different Level executives or over the telephone. I have been in management positions since 2010 at Probe Holdings, where I have made executive decisions especially with a company new to Middle East Market and started it from scratch. Working at Different Service Companies between local and International, which added to my knowledge of how to manage people before the technical experience of the oil & gas industry. My duties consisted of creating proposals, making presentations, and acquiring new accounts as well as growing the revenue in my existing book of business. As an entrepreneur, I have created successful businesses, which have been very profitable. The experience, the training and wealth of knowledge I have acquired, I have leveraged into my current professional role. Within the corporate structure, I have been able to think outside the box, assert new and creative ideas to achieve revenue growth and success. Presently, I am looking to pursue and explore another venture. Over the past experienced years my professional career I have acquired and enhanced several skills. Now, I would like the opportunity to use those skills with your company. I believe my personal and professional experiences will allow me to contribute to the bottom-line with your company immediately. Enclosed is a copy of my resume. I have open availability for an interview, either over the telephone and/or face-to-face. I can be reached via e-mail and/or by the telephone number that listed in my personal details. Best Regards, Amr Riad

Country Of Residence

Cairo, Egypt

Cellular

  • 20 10 9896 6559
  • 20 112 583 2904

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: Cairo
  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Married with one boy

References

References furnished upon request.

Training

  • Open Hole Logging Training School, Edimessen, Germany.
  • Cased Hole Logging Training School, Edimessen, Germany & Fort Worth, USA.
  • Pipe Recovery, Edimessen, Germany & Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Radial Cutting Torch (RCT) Certified, Edimessen, Germany & Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Radiation and Explosives Training, Edimessen, Germany.
  • 10K Pressure Control Equipment, Elmar-NOV Company, Germany.
  • Kuster Downhole Memory Gauges & Geothermal logging Tools California, USA.
  • Probe Logging Tools (Open Hole & Cased Hole). Fort Worth, USA.
  • Kappa Emeraude software for PLT analysis Kappa Engineering Co., France.
  • Handling and safety for radioactive materials, Cairo University-Egypt.
  • Open Hole Log Evaluation and Interpretation, Schlumberger, Egypt.
  • Well Intervention Pressure Control, Cairo-Egypt.
  • Professional Advanced Theoretical course of wireline safety and operation, Egyptian Canadian for Business Development Training Centre, Cairo-Egypt.
  • Chemical Cutter preview published by Pipe Recovery Systems.
  • Warrior Logging Software (Sondex).
  • Multifinger Imaging Tool, MIT operation and Interpretation Principles, Sondex.

Training

  • Open Hole Logging Training School, Edimessen, Germany.
  • Cased Hole Logging Training School, Edimessen, Germany & Fort Worth, USA.
  • Pipe Recovery, Edimessen, Germany & Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Radial Cutting Torch (RCT) Certified, Edimessen, Germany & Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Radiation and Explosives Training, Edimessen, Germany.
  • 10K Pressure Control Equipment, Elmar-NOV Company, Germany.
  • Kuster Downhole Memory Gauges & Geothermal logging Tools California, USA.
  • Probe Logging Tools (Open Hole & Cased Hole). Fort Worth, USA.
  • Kappa Emeraude software for PLT analysis Kappa Engineering Co., France.
  • Handling and safety for radioactive materials, Cairo University-Egypt.
  • Open Hole Log Evaluation and Interpretation, Schlumberger, Egypt.
  • Well Intervention Pressure Control, Cairo-Egypt.
  • Professional Advanced Theoretical course of wireline safety and operation, Egyptian Canadian for Business Development Training Centre, Cairo-Egypt.
  • Chemical Cutter preview published by Pipe Recovery Systems.
  • Warrior Logging Software (Sondex).
  • Multifinger Imaging Tool, MIT operation and Interpretation Principles, Sondex.

Safety Courses

  • Defensive Driving Course (Cairo, Egypt).
  • Offshore Survival (Sea Survival and HUET, Helicopter under Water) at (ETSDC) {Emirates Technical & Safety Development Centre} Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • Basic First Aid. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Advanced First Aid (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Basic Fire Fighting. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • Advanced Fire Fighting. (ETSDC, UAE).
  • H2S and B.A. (ETSDC, UAE).

Birthday

01/09/76

Country Of Residence

Cairo, Egypt

Cellular

  • 20 10 9896 6559
  • 20 112 583 2904

Personal Information


  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Married with one boy

References

References furnished upon request.
Amr RiadRegional Business Development Manager