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Alaa Hussain Alsharif

Riyadh,Riyadh Region

Summary

Professional with expertise in business development, market analysis, and strategic planning. Proven ability in business model design and stakeholder engagement, alongside strong skills in product design and Customer-focused design principles. Experienced in user research methodologies and prototyping to drive innovation, with proficiency in process optimization and 3D modeling software. Over 100 digital and industrial products developed and showcased, with participation in 5+ exhibitions to present and promote innovative projects. Effective project management and communication skills enhance client relationship management and support organizational growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Innovation & Business Design Assistant

Dare for Innovation
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Contributed to developing 10+ innovative solutions by applying design thinking and user insights.
  • Led concept development, prototyping, and business modeling aligned with market needs.
  • Supported R&D feasibility assessments and delivered presentations to stakeholders.
  • Collaborated across teams to ensure alignment with business strategy and impact.

Co-op Trainee

NAMI National Innovation Industrial Co
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Contributed to developing innovative solutions using 3D printing technologies (SLA & Titan).
  • Designed and produced functional prototypes and final products with optimized efficiency and material usage.
  • Conducted Customer-focused research and testing to ensure product readiness and market fit.
  • Applied advanced design tools (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Simplify3D) in end-to-end development.
  • Strengthened critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills in innovation-driven environment.

Product & UX/UI Designer

Specialty Coffee Roastery
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
06.2022 - 10.2024
  • Conducted user research and market analysis to identify customer needs and improve product usability.
  • Developed and optimized industrial and digital solutions, enhancing customer experience.
  • Oversaw product implementation and evaluated business performance outcomes.
  • Contributed to innovation management and supported business growth initiatives.

Product Developer

Ertqa Company
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
10.2023 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deliver user-focused products.
  • Ensured designs aligned with brand identity and met manufacturing readiness standards.

Education

B.A. - Product Design

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
08.2021 - 06.2025

Skills

  • Business development and entrepreneurship
  • Market analysis and research
  • Business model design
  • Stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Strategic planning and innovation
  • Product design and UX/UI
  • Human-centered design principles
  • User research methodologies
  • Prototyping and testing
  • Process optimization techniques
  • 3D modeling software proficiency
  • Adobe Creative Suite expertise
  • Figma and Microsoft Office skills
  • Project management and collaboration
  • Effective communication and negotiation
  • Client relationship management

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Registered and showcased graduation project as an original industrial design at SAIP & Saudi Innovation Club.
  • Official recognition for specialized market critique of Blends product.
  • Completed 330+ hours of community service in exhibitions and graphic content creation.

Professional Development

Introduction to Engineering Design, Coursera, 2024
Additive Manufacturing Processes, Coursera, ASU, 2024, Engineering Design & Manufacturing (175 hrs)
Product & Service Development, 2024
Arduino Controller Programming, 10 hrs. 2023

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Advanced

Timeline

Innovation & Business Design Assistant

Dare for Innovation
05.2025 - 06.2025

Co-op Trainee

NAMI National Innovation Industrial Co
01.2025 - 05.2025

Product Developer

Ertqa Company
10.2023 - 10.2023

Product & UX/UI Designer

Specialty Coffee Roastery
06.2022 - 10.2024

B.A. - Product Design

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
08.2021 - 06.2025

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