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Faisal Altalhi

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Business Development & Partnerships leader with 8+ years of experience driving growth, securing high-impact collaborations, and managing stakeholders across government and private sectors. Skilled in strategic partnerships, RFPs, and CRM-driven client development. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results aligned with Vision 2030.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education

Work History

BD & Partnership Manager

Saudi Artisanal Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Spearheaded strategic partnerships across government, semi-government, and private sectors to enhance SAC's role in national initiatives.
  • Executed targeted B2B campaigns, significantly increasing visibility and partnership acquisition.
  • Achieved Q1 revenue targets for first time by leading business development efforts.
  • Oversaw full business development lifecycle, from opportunity identification to negotiation and pricing strategy.
  • Developed tailored gifting and cultural solutions reflecting clients' identity and heritage narratives.
  • Positioned SAC as official enabler of Year of Saudi Handcrafts 2025 through co-branded activations and strategic storytelling.
  • Established internal systems and scalable workflows to support growth and service excellence.

Sr. Business Development Specialist

Saudi Institute of Internal Auditors
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • Developed national membership programme, launching new strategic tiers to enhance value for individuals and corporations.
  • Activated CRM platforms to improve client engagement processes, increasing retention and satisfaction.
  • Led business outreach with local and international audit institutions to establish new partnerships.
  • Planned and supervised redesign of institute's website and digital assets.

Partnership Specialist

Resal
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Engaged high-potential clients through structured outreach and targeted strategies.
  • Fostered long-term partnerships aligned with digital innovation and market demands.
  • Contributed to revenue growth by entering new sectors and enhancing customer value.
  • Supported sales performance with tailored proposals and detailed strategic research.

Sr. Business Development Officer – SME

Bupa Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2017 - 03.2022
  • Managed strategic relations with government clients and high-impact SME accounts.
  • Delivered large-scale business development projects, including onboarding timelines and client communications.
  • Conducted market research and benchmarking to identify trends and drive service innovation.
  • Ensured timely completion of on-demand projects, achieving high customer satisfaction rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Risk Management & Insurance

Ball State University

Skills

  • Strategic partnership development
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Proposal & RFP Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Business development strategy
  • CRM & Client Lifecycle Optimization

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  • THE TALK, 11/01/19, Artistic forum that brings together influential creatives and culture enthusiasts.
  • STREET'S SOUND, 05/01/20, Cultural audio project capturing the soundscape of iconic locations in Riyadh.

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Advanced

Timeline

BD & Partnership Manager

Saudi Artisanal Company
10.2024 - 05.2025

Sr. Business Development Specialist

Saudi Institute of Internal Auditors
05.2023 - 10.2024

Partnership Specialist

Resal
04.2022 - 04.2023

Sr. Business Development Officer – SME

Bupa Arabia
08.2017 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Science - Risk Management & Insurance

Ball State University

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