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Amel Gaoua

Head of Partnerships and Business Development

€600/day
Paris, FR
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Amel

Hello, my name is Amel. I am an accomplished international business development professional with over 8 years of experience. My expertise focuses on global sales management, marketing, communication campaigns, and sales. I have had the opportunity to work in diverse markets such as Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.

What sets me apart is my ability to combine strong business expertise with exceptional creativity. I excel in designing and implementing marketing and communication strategies that are both culturally relevant and commercially effective. My role is to help companies grow internationally by developing impactful campaigns and managing complex projects from start to finish, while respecting deadlines and budgets.

The value I bring to your projects lies in my ability to adapt business strategies to the specificities of each market, thus ensuring sustainable growth and effective market penetration. My goal is to contribute to the global expansion of your activities by providing innovative solutions tailored to your needs.
  • French

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • German

    Fluent

  • Spanish

    Fluent

  • Arabic

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Paris (up to 20km)

Experience

  • Consultant
    Strategic Partner Management and Business Development
    December 2022 - Today (3 years and 6 months)
    Paris, France
    -Delivered expert consulting services to startups and SMEs, focusing on business development,
    operational efficiency, and partnership management.
    -Collaborated with key clients, including Driiveme, to support market expansion initiatives,
    streamline operational workflows, and foster strategic partnerships across France and Benelux.
    -Guided clients across diverse industries in developing market entry strategies, optimizing
    processes, and enhancing customer engagement.
    -Designed customized solutions to address complex operational challenges, improve efficiency,
    and align business services with evolving market needs.
    -Provided strategic insights and actionable recommendations to strengthen client relationships,
    drive performance, and support sustainable growth.
  • DHL
    International Key Account Manager
    TRANSPORTATION
    December 2018 - December 2021 (3 years)
    Montréal, Canada
    • Oversees a portfolio of nearly 300 SME clients,
    establishing loyal business relationships by influencing C-level executives to present tailored business solutions as a product expert
    Effectively negotiate sales contracts to yield
    maximum revenue for the business
    Prospecting and new business generation
    through up and cross selling
    Perform data analysis and evaluate sales growth
    • Create target action plans to further develop
    territory in Montreal
    Proactive in understating customer needs and
    identify key verticals, priorities, challenges, constraints and market trends which could effect future business performance
    • Creating and managing international shipping
    profiles for businesses
    Project Management Communication Account Management International Development Sales Strategy
  • Cheeky management
    Talent Manager
    ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
    October 2017 - November 2023 (6 years and 1 month)
    Montreal, Canada
    • Strategically managed and developed the careers of diverse artists (singers, dancers, photographers), designing and executing customized growth strategies to maximize opportunities and accelerate long-term career success.
    • Led the end-to-end execution of recording projects, overseeing all stages from concept through to release, ensuring seamless production, efficient timeline management, and high-quality outcomes.
    • Spearheaded comprehensive marketing, branding, and promotional campaigns for major song releases, tours, and events, driving measurable increases in audience engagement, brand visibility, and fan base expansion across digital and traditional platforms.
    • Cultivated and leveraged strong industry relationships with record labels, agents, promoters, and key stakeholders, consistently securing new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and high-value contracts to drive artist growth.
    • Conducted in-depth market analysis to identify emerging trends and adapt strategies, ensuring artists remained competitive and at the forefront of industry developments while optimizing promotional and branding efforts.
    • Led high-stakes negotiations for business deals, sponsorships, and collaborations, securing mutually beneficial partnerships that aligned with long-term artist career goals and vision.
    Project Management Marketing Communication Strategy Sales Negotiation Art Direction

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Education

  • MBA International Management
    Laval University
    2017
    International Management
  • MASTER international Business
    Université Paris XII
    2016

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