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ABRAR ALSHARIF

Riyadh

Summary

Strategic and transformation-driven leader with over a decade of success in driving organizational change, brand evolution, and post-merger integration across high-impact sectors. Combines deep academic insight (PhD in Marketing Research & Change) with hands-on leadership in both public and private sectors, including PIF-backed initiatives. Known for bridging strategic vision with operational execution - optimizing performance, enabling cultural integration, and leading with purpose.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Post-Merger Integration Manager - M&A / Acquisition

Saudi Investment Recycling Company
Riyadh
05.2023 - 06.2025
  • Company Overview: SIRC - PIF
  • Spearheaded integration of newly acquired entities, aligning business units with strategic objectives
  • Designed and implemented structured integration frameworks based on diagnostic assessments
  • Led stakeholder engagement sessions to ensure continuity and change adoption
  • Identified critical risks, built mitigation roadmaps, and ensured sustainable handovers to operations

Key Achievements:

  • Reduced integration timeline by 30% through tailored checklists and cross-functional coordination
  • Identified and mitigated over 15 major operational risks across newly acquired entities
  • Successfully stabilized 3 subsidiaries post-acquisition within first 90 days

Marketing & Change Management Manager

Riyadh Second Health Cluster
Riyadh
03.2018 - 04.2023
  • Company Overview: Ministry of Health
  • Directed multi-channel marketing strategies and change programs impacting +10 subsidiaries
  • Led brand transformation initiatives and change campaigns
  • Ensured adoption of new systems, processes, and mindsets across organization
  • Designed KPIs to measure impact and reported insights to leadership.

Key Achievements:

  • Achieved 85%+ employee adoption rate for two major transformation initiatives
  • Launched national health awareness campaign with 1M+ engagement in under 2 months
  • Reduced resistance to change by 40% through personalized communication frameworks

Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)

Al-Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
Riyadh
04.2018 - 12.2022
  • Taught graduate and undergraduate courses in Strategic Brand Management, Marketing Metrics, Public Relations, and Digital Marketing

Key Achievements:

  • Integrated real-world case studies to bridge theory with practice
  • Rated 'Excellent' in 4 consecutive teaching evaluations
  • Co-designed curriculum aligned with industry transformation trends

Marketing Analyst

Al-Dirih for Supplies
Riyadh
01.2012 - 02.2013
  • Conducted competitive analysis and market research
  • Developed digital content and managed integrated marketing campaigns
  • Designed brand identity tools and optimized brand consistency

Key Achievements:

  • Increased online engagement by 60% in first quarter
  • Implemented customer segmentation improving targeting accuracy by 40%
  • Created company's first brand guideline and digital asset toolkit

Education

Ph.D. - Marketing Research & Customer Behavior

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK
01.2013 - 01.2018

Master's - Design Thinking & Branding Strategy

Brunel University
London, UK
01.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

King Abdulaziz University
Jeddah, KSA
01.2004 - 01.2007

Skills

  • Post-Merger Integration (PMI & M&A)
  • Change Leadership & Organizational Transformation
  • Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Alignment
  • Marketing Innovation & Brand Positioning
  • Design Thinking & User Experience (UX)
  • Data-Driven Insights & Market Intelligence
  • Executive Presence & Influence
  • Cross-Functional Project Leadership
  • KPI Development & Performance Management

Certification

  • Certified Post-Merger Integration Expert (CPMI)
  • Prosci Certified Change Practitioner
  • Executive Leadership Journey
  • KPIs Professional Certificate
  • Stage Presence & Strategic Communication
  • Project Management

Languages

Arabic
English

Timeline

Post-Merger Integration Manager - M&A / Acquisition

Saudi Investment Recycling Company
05.2023 - 06.2025

Adjunct Faculty (Part-Time)

Al-Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
04.2018 - 12.2022

Marketing & Change Management Manager

Riyadh Second Health Cluster
03.2018 - 04.2023

Ph.D. - Marketing Research & Customer Behavior

Glasgow Caledonian University
01.2013 - 01.2018

Marketing Analyst

Al-Dirih for Supplies
01.2012 - 02.2013

Master's - Design Thinking & Branding Strategy

Brunel University
01.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

King Abdulaziz University
01.2004 - 01.2007
ABRAR ALSHARIF