Carla S.
Executive Telecommunications Operations Director
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Carla S. is a seasoned Executive Leadership professional with over 20 years of experience specializing in driving revenue growth and regulatory strategy within the telecommunications and investment sectors. Having scaled operations to exceed $60 million in annual revenue across 10 countries, she excels in structuring multimillion-dollar deals and forging strategic partnerships. As the Deputy General Manager at Berytech, she oversees financial and operational management of three innovation parks, fostering entrepreneurship in partnership with global institutions like UNICEF and EU-funded programs. Previously the COO at Stratum ICS and Executive Vice President at Tell International Inc., Carla successfully led international telecom operations, ensuring compliance and deploying complex regulatory systems. Her academic pursuits include a Global Doctorate of Business Administration in progress at Durham University and Emlyon Business School, underscoring her commitment to evidence-based leadership and innovation ecosystems. Carla is also a university lecturer, imparting knowledge on entrepreneurship and design thinking across renowned Lebanese universities.
Experience
Deputy General Manager (COO Equivalent)
BERYTECH · 2019 — PresentOversaw operations and financial management for three innovation parks serving over 50 companies. Led the development of co-working spaces and initiatives aimed at building the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including pre-incubation frameworks such as BADEEL and Preincub'AUF. Designed and executed impactful entrepreneurship programmes in collaboration with UNICEF and AUF. Directed a women-focused entrepreneurship initiative and SDG-aligned training programmes. Represented Berytech in international initiatives in Al-Ula with the Royal Commission of Al-Ula. Delivered executive education and mentorship across Lebanon and the region.Chief Operating Officer (COO)
STRATUM ICS · 2018 — 2019Advised governmental and regulatory bodies on telecom control and compliance systems, focusing on revenue assurance. Led strategic planning and business development activities, negotiating high-value contracts with both government and telecom operators. Managed comprehensive deployment and resource planning for intricate regulatory infrastructure projects.Executive Vice President
TELL INTERNATIONAL INC. · 2011 — 2017Scaled operations in 10 countries, achieving annual revenues exceeding $60 million through market entry and licence acquisitions. Secured exclusive telecom licences while structuring significant financial facilities. Directed global negotiations with Tier-1 telecom operators and regulatory authorities, implementing revenue assurance and fraud detection systems to safeguard revenue integrity.Head of Corporate Affairs
BUSINESS INVESTMENTS GROUP · 2007 — 2011Managed a diversified portfolio across telecom, oil & gas, real estate, and hospitality sectors. Conducted due diligence and feasibility studies, overseeing deal structuring and negotiations for joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Global Doctorate of Business Administration (GDBA)Durham University · 2024 — Present
- Global Doctorate of Business Administration (GDBA)Emlyon Business School · 2024 — Present
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)Lebanese American University (LAU) · 2006 — 2008
- Bachelor of Business Administration — ManagementAmerican University of Beirut (AUB) · 2000 — 2003
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