Kareem Al Hajj Fakieh

Multilingual professional with extensive experience in written communication, research, and cross-cultural engagement. Fluent in Arabic, French, Spanish, and English, with advanced proficiency in Italian and intermediate German. Proven ability to translate complex concepts accurately and effectively, with a strong background in content creation, academic research, and international communication.

Seasoned professional with focus on analytics and strategic planning. Possess unique skills in data interpretation and trend forecasting, enabling businesses to make informed decisions and optimise performance. Committed to driving growth and improving business processes through careful data analysis and insightful recommendations.

• Travelling
• Soccer/Football
• Brazilian Jiujitsu
• Taekwondo
• Movies
• Music
• Forex Trading
• Writing

• Bloomberg Market Concepts – Financial terminologies and reporting in multiple languages (2022)
• ICDL Full Standard – Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word (2021)
• Python & Data Skills – Basic coding and data analysis, supporting technical translation tasks

• Content Creation & Research

    - Authored in-depth articles on sports betting and media bias, demonstrating  ability to convey complex ideas clearly and accurately.

    - Presented and defended written work, honing skills in precise articulation and persuasion.

• Academic & Professional Communication

    - Delivered a graduation speech in high school, showcasing proficiency in public speaking and written expression.

    - Conducted research and wrote detailed reports and articles, translating complex topics into accessible language.

• Multilingual Customer & Client Interaction

    - Experience engaging with diverse audiences through banking and consultancy roles, emphasizing clarity and cultural sensitivity.

• Volunteer & Cross-Cultural Engagement

    - Volunteered with the Asian Football Confederation 2018-2019

    - DAFA Campaign 2020

    - Working with international teams and diverse stakeholders.

• Bocconi (Sep 2021 - Jun 2024)

    - Led Bocconi University’s class football team as captain, uniting players from diverse linguistic backgrounds such as French, English, Spanish, and Italian, to compete in official tournaments such as the B-League, securing decisive victories and fostering team cohesion across cultures.
Organized and managed multilingual training sessions and match logistics, ensuring seamless communication and strategic alignment among international teammates 

• IESE (Sep 2024 - Jun 2025)

    - Founded and captained the first-ever football team for IESE’s Master in Management program, assembling a multicultural squad which included French, Italian, Spanish, and English speakers in Madrid and establishing the team’s presence in the Canal Ocio y Deporte Liga de Futbol  
Spearheaded the team’s transformation from underdog status to top-tier contender within one season, recording landmark wins against elite competitors, including IE Business School, and drawing enthusiastic crowds of 50+ supporters from the university community
Facilitated cross-cultural communication on and off the pitch, translating tactical instructions and fostering camaraderie among players from varied linguistic and national backgrounds