Zahra Sayed
Nairobi, Kenya
Summary
Versatile professional with 14+ years' experience across luxury sales, international real estate, and premium event management. Skilled in driving sales performance, cultivating client relationships, and executing strategic initiatives. Recognized for top-tier client service, analytical thinking, and high-level collaboration with government and multinational entities. Adept at navigating diverse markets including Africa, MENA, and Europe.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Director - International Portfolio
Reportage Properties
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: UAE
- Developed regional sales strategy covering MENA, East Africa & Europe.
- Organized new project launches in Dubai & Kenya.
- Collaborated with UAE HQ to boost brand presence in African markets.
- UAE
Regional Sales & Marketing Manager
Proton Thermodynamics
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Remote
- Oversaw sales in Ethiopia, Sudan, Somalia, and Rwanda.
- Conducted market analysis, presentations, and lead generation.
- Managed B2B engagements and contract proposals.
- Remote
Freelance Business Development Agent
Scenic Air Safaris
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Promoted premium air safari packages to HNIs.
- Liaised with international clients and introduced charter solutions.
Luxury Property Consultant
Pam Golding Properties
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Kenya
- Generated high-value real estate transactions.
- Networked with stakeholders and represented company at events.
- Kenya
Education
Postgraduate - Event Management & Public Relations
05.2025
Diploma - Event Management & PR
UK Institute of Commercial Management
Skills
- Strategic Sales & Marketing
- Luxury Real Estate & Property Consulting
- High-Profile Event Planning
- Client Relations & Business Development
- Contract Negotiations
- Market Expansion & Trend Analysis
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Public Relations & Brand Promotion
Professional Highlights
- Awarded Gold Club Status at Pam Golding for record sales and client satisfaction.
- Represented Kenya at COMESA trade fair; supported international trade facilitation.
- Executive Member, KNCCI - advised on B2B/B2G strategies with MENA partners.
- Led market entry strategies for UAE-based property firm in East Africa.
- Attended and promoted luxury properties at high-profile events in Dubai.
- International exposure: Worked or trained in London, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, UAE, South Africa.
Affiliations
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Executive Member, Advised on business collaborations with Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia.
Target Roles
- Remote
- Sales & Marketing
- Customer Experience
- Event & Property Management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Sales Director - International Portfolio
Reportage Properties
08.2024 - 11.2024
Regional Sales & Marketing Manager
Proton Thermodynamics
01.2019 - 01.2021
Freelance Business Development Agent
Scenic Air Safaris
01.2018 - 01.2021
Luxury Property Consultant
Pam Golding Properties
01.2013 - 01.2017
Postgraduate - Event Management & Public Relations
Diploma - Event Management & PR
UK Institute of Commercial Management
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