Chaam Alkhouli

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Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec H9B 1Y4

Res.: 514-***-**** / Cell. 514-***-****

English, French, Arabic ace3kq@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

o Over 10 years of experience promoting business partnerships

between European Union companies and local businesses

o Coordination of conferences and business meetings

o Data gathering and market research experience

o Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

o Responsible, perseverant and resourceful

o Word, Excel, Internet

Professional Experience

Gemini Group, Damascus, Syria 2010-2013

Project Manager / Human Resources

. Reviewed policies and procedures in all departments to facilitate

workflow

. Participated in developing the company's mission and vision statement

. Created and implemented appraisal forms for every department

. Participated in the recruitment process

. Participated in the employee training and development process

Syrian-Enterprise and Business Centre (SEBC), Damascus, Syria

(Contracts) 2007-2010

Event Management Consultant (2007-2010)

. Prepared event proposals: target sector, programs and host companies

participation

. Prepared and implemented promotional strategies

. Organized and coordinated meetings with business partners and host

government

. Reviewed breakdown of expense budget with management

. Negotiated offers for venue, lighting, catering and transportation

Major Events:

~ Syrian-Saudi Business Conference in 2010

~ Syria and the European Union-Dimensions of Cooperation in 2008

Syrian-European Business Centre (SEBC), Damascus, Syria (Contracts) 1997-

2006

Business Information Consultant (2004-2006)

. Provided Syrian trade and investment information to European SMEs

. Prepared articles, reports and promotional material on centre's

activities

Information Officer (2000-2004)

. Processed Syrian & European businesses information requests on import

& export rules and regulations, investments opportunities

. Coordinated EU-Mashrek Partenariat event for 25 European Union

countries

Associate Consultant (2000)

. Assisted in the production of a catalogue to promote Syrian

traditional industries

. Analyzed and gathered data, assisted in the design of the catalogue

Project Assistant (1997-1999)

. Arranged business prospecting missions for EU companies

. Participated in the preparation of bids for European consultants

. Acted as interpreter in organized visits

Alfurat Petroleum Company, Damascus, Syria 1996-1997

Secretary to the Board

Education

Skills Institute, Damascus, Syria 2009

HR Training Course

Damascus University, Faculty of Literature, Damascus, Syria 1994

Bachelor of Arts in French Literature

Volunteer Activities

OPP cole Saint-Louis, Pointe-Claire 2013-2014

Parent Member

Environment Friend Society, Damascus, Syria 2002-2003

Board Member

Red Crescent Environment Committee, Damascus, Syria 2001

Volunteer

Hobbies & Interests

~ Horseback riding

~ Kickboxing

~ Swimming

References available upon request

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