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
2024.10 - 2025.05
- 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
2023.05 - 2024.10
- 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
2022.04 - 2023.04
- 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
2017.08 - 2022.03
- 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
Custom
- 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
2024.10 - 2025.05
Sr. Business Development Specialist
Saudi Institute of Internal Auditors
2023.05 - 2024.10
Partnership Specialist
Resal
2022.04 - 2023.04
Sr. Business Development Officer – SME
Bupa Arabia
2017.08 - 2022.03
Bachelor of Science - Risk Management & Insurance
Ball State University