Wadad
COO/Managing Director - Austria - iCEO #91874

Experience

A visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in the IT industry. Successfully guided organizations through growth and geographical expansion in Europe, the ME, and LATAM. Extensive leadership skills and ability to transform large-scale, highly complex multimillion-dollar businesses. Expertise in digital transformation, SaaS, IT services & software, security services, AI/machine learning.

Major Achievements

Consistently delivered double-digit revenue growth (responsible for $680 million annual budget and a globally distributed team of 450 members). Delivered a 50% efficacy increase, 25% OpEx reduction, and single-digit attrition by implementing a disruptive human capital optimization initiative. Increased retention 37% by building a customer-centric culture and generated 130% recurring revenue by leading an account health and service optimization initiative.

Industry Sector Competencies

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Cybersecurity

IT Consulting

Professional Objectives

Function: Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Customer Officer, Board Member

Sector: IT Sector

Interim Manager: No

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: Major cities in European Countries

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Austria

Croatia

France

Netherlands

United Arab Emirates

Operational Competencies

AI strategy (Expert)

DEI strategy (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)