The modern world is shaped by large extraordinarily complex organizations with elaborate objectives. These Multifaceted Organizations – whether they have a business, public or social mandate – comprise many discrete enterprises, each with its own definable set of missions. The Principals who lead these Multifaceted Organizations are the owners (or owners' representatives) who stand at the pinnacle of this complexity.

THE ERA OF THE PRINCIPAL

Unprecedented changes in the environment – economic, social, political and technological – cumulatively represent an existential threat to the models of many of today's enterprises. We are transitioning from an era when success was dependent on good management to an era when the winners will be driven by Principal-led reinvention. The same entrepreneurial vision and energy that was required from Principals to establish yesterday's prosperous organizations is again required to create the champions of tomorrow.

FROM MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT TO REINVENTION

Esteban has a track record extending over 25 years of successfully leading initiatives for growing and restructuring businesses in the telecom, media, banking and insurance industries among others. Whether as executive, entrepreneur or management consultant, Esteban played a leading role in creating value and bringing innovations to fruition at the organizations he served, including numerous multinational businesses, conglomerates, and governments. Esteban has shown the aptitude and dexterity required for implementing complex transformations and turnarounds achieving breakthrough results in different markets, including GCC and Europe. A Spanish national, Esteban has been based in the Middle East since 2009. He holds a BS in Economics from Universidad Autonoma de Madrid and participates in several Advisory and Fiduciary Boards.

DECADES OF EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

ESTEBAN GOMEZ NADAL
Stra-tical is a boutique of indigenous senior business leaders with extensive experience in advising and managing prominent organizations in the region. We are on a mission to support Principals of complex organizations in shaping and managing their journey of reinvention.

By balancing strategy with tactics, Stra-tical's Board ensures its clients have a successful journey of reinvention.

Ghassan has four decades of senior executive experience in business organizations and in the public accounting profession operating in various parts of the world, including USA, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. He held senior executive positions, including CEO, at MAF Group, one of the leading regional diversified business groups headquartered in Dubai. More recently, he was a partner in an international accounting firm providing audit and forensic services. As a trusted advisor, Ghassan contributed, over the years, to the success and growth of various prominent businesses. Ghassan holds a BA in Business Administration from the American University of Beirut and is qualified as a US Certified Public Accountant.

GHASSAN SAKHNINI

Iyad Malas is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience in various senior roles, spanning many countries and industries, including real estate, retail, leisure & entertainment, financial services, and investments. Iyad is currently Chief Executive Officer of Al Ghurair Group. Earlier he was a Partner in Gateway Partners, a private equity firm with offices in Singapore and Dubai. Iyad also served as Group CEO at Majid Al Futtaim Holding (MAF) where he led the group through a decentralized business structure, while expanding its business and territory into Africa and Central Asia. Before moving to Dubai, Iyad lived and worked in the United States, Egypt and India, including as Regional Director for the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Iyad holds an MBA from George Washington University, Washington DC and a BA from the American University of Beirut.

IYAD MALAS

Khaled has more than 35 years of experience building various businesses and advising business owners. He managed a manufacturer of electromechanical components for the automotive industry, oversaw a venture capital fund, led the corporate finance advisory team that pioneered access to the UAE's capital markets and built a leading Dubai-based private bank from the ground up. He contributed, in an advisory capacity, as a lawyer and a business professional, to the success of a variety of businesses in financial services, manufacturing, real estate development and construction. Khaled's clients benefit from his experience in creating and implementing solutions to overcome complex challenges and accelerate growth. Khaled holds a JD from the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University in Washington, DC and a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland. He is a member of the board of The Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington.

KHALED SIFRI

Kito has 40 years of experience, living and working in the Netherlands, US, UK, Singapore, India, Dubai and Jerusalem. He built his career as a Strategic Advisor to the Private Sector and Government. Kito worked with McKinsey for nearly 30 years, where he founded the India, Middle East and Government practices. He lived in Dubai for most of the past 20 years. Kito also held a diplomatic role for three years as the Head of Mission of the Office of the Quartet and Managing Director of the Initiative for the Palestinian Economy. Kito received an MBA from Cranfield University and an MSc in Management Sciences (as well as an honorary doctorate) from Loughborough University of Science and Technology. Kito serves on the Boards of Mercy Corps, a global humanitarian NGO, and the Lewa Trust in Kenya, which is dedicated to wildlife conservation. Kito is an Angel Investor in and Advisor to five start-ups.

KITO DE BOER

Nabil is a GE veteran of 38 years. Following various global assignments, he moved to GE's regional headquarters in Dubai in 1996, where he held several positions covering the region for various energy-related divisions. He is currently President & CEO of GE International Markets responsible for leading all international markets outside Europe and North America. Nabil holds BS and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Syracuse University in New York. He serves on the boards of INJAZ Al Arab, the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, the Arab Forum for Environment and Development, and the US – UAE Business Council. He is also a trustee of the American University of Beirut. Nabil ranks first on Forbes Middle East's "Global Meets Local — Top 100 Executives in the Arab World" list. He also advises several boards of global companies.

NABIL HABAYEB
Behind this team of highly experienced business leaders is a broad network of seasoned professionals from across various industries and disciplines.
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Nasser has a career that spans 22 years in a diverse range of Public and Private Sector initiatives. He served in executive and board level posts in sectors such as financial services, maritime manufacturing, government, hospitality, media, and education. He has expertise in complex operational restructuring, organizational diagnostics, strategic planning and execution, corporate governance, and entrepreneurial development. In the Public Sector, Nasser served as CEO of the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), participated in the establishment of Nasdaq Dubai, and worked on city economic expansion projects, including Dubai Internet City, TECOM, and Dubai Media City. He also worked with The Executive Office of the Dubai government. In the Private Sector, Nasser was Managing Director of Sabertia Capital Partners and CEO of Gulf Craft, one of the top ten global yacht manufacturers. Nasser has a BA from American University in Washington. He is a member of the board of HSBC Middle East, as well as several other advisory boards.

NASSER ALSHAALI
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FOCUSING ON THE ESSENTIALS

Stra-tical is devoted to working hand-in-hand with clients to shape and achieve their aspirations throughout their journey of reinvention. Our services are provided by our most valuable resource, our Partners, who focus on a limited number of Principals and give them their undivided attention.

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IS THE LINCHPIN

The starting point for reinvention is a clear strategic vision. As seasoned executives with deep experience in the region, we also understand the challenges of implementation and what it takes to turn ideas into results.

THE PRINCIPAL IS THE DIFFERENTIATOR

Our single-minded focus on the Principal creates the conditions to provide the objective and unbiased advice that Principals need to hear and all too rarely receive.

THE PRINCIPAL'S SUCCESS IS THE MISSION

SUPPORTING PRINCIPALS ON THEIR JOURNEY OF REINVENTION

DEFINE SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS

Is the portfolio of enterprises on the path to sustainability? Given the changing environment, what will success in the coming decades look like?

REASSESS THE PORTFOLIO

TRANSCEND
Invest to realize full potential
TRANSFORM
Turn around underperforming assets
TRANSACT
Adjusting the asset mix of the portfolio

Evaluate each enterprise to ensure alignment with the portfolio purpose and assign each of them to one of the following three actionable tracks:

DEVELOP THE ROADMAP

For each enterprise, develop action plans with key deliverables and related timetables, enabled by the appropriate resources and talent.

PROJECT MANAGE THE JOURNEY

The journey of reinvention may require the services of third parties. Stra-tical is well-positioned to support the Principal in identifying and scoping the roles of appropriate third parties, as well as providing integrated project management support.

GOVERN FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Principals of complex organizations require sustained and institutionalized strategy management capability to ensure alignment with the purpose and pace of the journey.

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