Our Team
Our Team
Mark Fadel
Managing Director
Mark is a sustainability focused procurement and supply chain transformation leader with 25 years of experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, including 6 years in consulting. He is results-driven and passionate about delivering sustainable capability development projects.
He has successfully established centralized procurement functions in three organizations in the Middle East and Africa (Nokia, Citibank & Emirates NBD), resulting in significant benefits to these organizations through his strategic outlook, functional leadership, and hands-on management approach.
A Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), Mark is the sole CIPS Procurement Excellence Assessor located in the Middle East. He conducts comprehensive assessments of procurement functions against a global standard and was the assessor for the distinguished EXPO2020 Procurement Excellence certification.
Technical Expertise
Procurement transformation and cost management initiatives, including strategy development, organizational design, procurement governance, policy and procedures, process improvements, opportunity analysis, category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, competence assessment and development, and program management.
Industry Experience
Mark has worked in several different industries including Aerospace, Travel, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality, Leisure and Entertainment, Oil and Gas, Packaging, Property and Telecommunications.
Qualifications
- Executive MBA from INSEAD Business School
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management – Institute for Sustainable Leadership, University of Cambridge
- Fellow of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
- BA Financial Services from London Guildhall University
Firas Ghazali
Senior Manager
Firas is a highly accomplished professional with over 10 years of experience in technology, supply chain, and procurement consultancy across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. He has a deep understanding of procurement transformation, supply chain optimization, and the digitization of operations.
His expertise in project management has led to consistently successful outcomes, ensuring that transformations are implemented effectively and sustainably. Firas is passionate about reshaping the supply chain landscape by championing sustainable solutions and identifying opportunities that enhance client value while aligning with environmental and social objectives.
With six years at prestigious consulting firms, Firas brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of exceeding client expectations. His client-centric approach and collaborative techniques enable him to forge strong partnerships and drive impactful change within organizations.
Technical Expertise
Procurement transformation including development of procurement strategy/operating model, and competence assessment and development. Supply chain transformation including inventory optimization, demand management, and change management. Digital transformation including system selection, design, testing, and training.
Industry Experience
Firas has worked in and supported clients in several industries, including Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Public Sector, Industrial Manufacturing, Energy Management, and Logistics and Transportation.
Qualifications
- Chartered MCIPS
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management – Institute for Sustainable Leadership, University of Cambridge
- Digital Transformation – from Strategy to Execution, University of Cambridge
- BASc: Bachelor’s of Chemical Engineering, University of Toronto
Ramy Alkaissy
Senior Manager
Ramy is a dedicated procurement professional with over 10 years of experience in the procurement and logistics sectors across Africa and the Middle East. He excels in managing staff productivity, ensuring compliance with procedures, and implementing efficiency measures. As an effective leader, Ramy thrives in collaborative environments with clients and colleagues.
He is skilled at ensuring the timely delivery of services while assessing their technical feasibility. Ramy flourishes in settings that foster intellectual and professional growth, significantly contributing to team and organizational success through his extensive expertise.
Ramy has managed a variety of tenders and projects in emergency contexts, including the 2020 Beirut blast, where he led the tender process that resulted in contracts for the rehabilitation of the affected area. Additionally, Ramy has successfully secured numerous large-scale tenders for the supply of goods, services, and consultancies through comprehensive procurement processes.
Technical Expertise
Procurement transformation, procurement strategy development, procurement policy and procedure implementation, strategic sourcing, category management, contract management, supplier relationship management, logistics and supply chain optimization, tender management, risk mitigation and compliance, procurement governance, performance monitoring, procurement in emergency and humanitarian contexts, team leadership, and change management.
Industry Experience
Ramy has worked in several industries, including Humanitarian and Non-Profit organizations, Government and Public Sector, Healthcare, Construction and Infrastructure, Logistics and Transportation, Education and Training, Gender Equality, and Social Development.
Qualifications
- Master of Laws, Business Law (LLM)
- Chartered MCIPS
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management – Institute for Sustainable Leadership, University of Cambridge
- BA: Political Science & International Affairs with emphasis on International Economics and Developmental studies
Busra Tamara Deniz
Manager
Tamara is a Procurement Manager with over 9 years of experience in procurement and supply chain transformation across the Middle-East, Europe and Turkey.
With a strong background in both procurement operations and consulting, Tamara has helped organizations transform their procurement functions by adopting digital solutions and market best practices. She has a proven ability to lead procurement departments and operations to enhance supplier management, cost savings, and business performance.
Tamara is deeply committed to sustainability and to empowering organizations to optimize procurement practices for sustainable growth. She strives to help people and businesses reach their full potential through innovative strategies and effective collaboration.
Technical Expertise
Procurement transformation, including organizational design, procurement governance, policy and procedures, process improvements, opportunity analysis, category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, competence assessment and development, supplier risk framework.
Industry Experience
Tamara has worked in several different industries including Automotive, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Insurance and Financial Services, Luxury, Retail and Mining.
Qualifications
- Master Degree in Procurement, M.A.I Kedge Business School
- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Neoma Business School
Gabrielle Kirsten Brophy
Marketing Specialist
Gabrielle brings a fresh perspective to the field of marketing as a recent graduate in International Business. With a strong understanding of cultural dynamics and a strategic approach to innovative marketing initiatives.
Her experience at Canon UK in Channel Marketing enhanced her ability to navigate company communications between direct and indirect stakeholders, driving initiatives that enhanced brand visibility and fostered deeper customer engagement.
Gabrielle’s creative and analytical approach enable her to identify and leverage market trends, developing strategies that not only resonate with target audiences but also align with overarching business objectives.
Technical Expertise
Digital marketing strategies including social media management, content creation. Utilizing marketing and sales enablement tools to enhance customer experience.
Industry Experience
Gabrielle has worked in the Imaging and Optical industry.
Qualifications
- BSc: Bachelor’s of International Business with Industrial Placement, University of Leeds