Ahmed Ali
Operations & Leadership Professional
"Excellence is not a destination : it is a continuous journey of strategic growth, operational precision, and relentless leadership."
High-impact Operations Leader and Department Head with 8+ years of progressive experience driving operational excellence, revenue growth, and team performance across Academia, Retail, Contact Centers, Telecommunications, and Family Entertainment sectors in the UAE, UK, and Egypt. Proven track record of achieving 21% year-one revenue growth despite a decline in footfall, securing four rapid promotions with three salary increments and early completion of probation within a single organization, and introducing performance frameworks that became organizational benchmarks. Experienced Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 & ISO 45001) with expertise in compliance, process optimization, and multi-site operations. Currently serving as English Social Studies Teacher at Al Nahda National School for Boys, commencing the 2026/2027 academic year, having previously led the MoE Subjects Department for Non-Arabic Speakers at Ain Al Khaleej School across Grades 1 to 12 in alignment with ADEK and Irtiqa'a standards. Bilingual in Arabic (native) and English (Academic IELTS Band 7), with strong cross-cultural leadership capabilities suited to diverse international markets.
English Social Studies Teacher
Aug 2026 - PresentAl Nahda National School for Boys, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- ▸Teaching English Social Studies at Al Nahda National School for Boys, commencing the 2026/2027 academic year.
MSC Studies and Islamic Education B Teacher and Lead of Non-Arabic Speaking Section
Sep 2025 - July 2026Ain Al Khaleej Private School, UAE
- ▸Delivered MSC Studies and Islamic Education B through English-medium instruction, ensuring ADEK and Irtiqa'a compliance
- ▸Mentored department teachers in differentiated instruction, educational technology integration, safeguarding, inclusive education, and UAE national identity
- ▸Appointed Faculty Head for Model United Nations in Term 2, taking charge of the school delegation programme
- ▸Coached the delegation to win Best School at MANORMUN V 2026, developing students' diplomatic reasoning, research writing, and public speaking
- ▸Active contributor to the school's "Student First" initiative and a campus-wide source of mentorship and emotional support for students beyond his own classes
Branch Operations Manager
May 2024 - Sep 2025Cheeky Monkeys Playland LLC, UAE
- ▸Achieved 21% revenue growth in the first year despite a decline in footfall, through optimized service packages and stronger vendor partnerships.
- ▸Earned four rapid promotions, three salary increments, and early completion of probation within one year.
- ▸Directed daily operations of a 1,700 sqm facility with a 12-person cross-functional team, maintaining ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 compliance and an ‘A’ municipal hygiene rating.
Sales Executive - Duty Manager
Jul 2022 - Jun 2024e& Etisalat UAE, Al Ain Mall Branch
- ▸Highest-performing sales executive across multiple KPIs
- ▸Introduced Net Promoter Score (NPS) framework for customer satisfaction
- ▸Managed duty operations and team performance metrics
International Account Advisor
Mar 2019 - Jul 2022Vodafone UK, Remote
- ▸Managed high-value international accounts with precision and care
- ▸Delivered consistent performance in a remote, cross-border environment
Team Leader
Feb 2017 - Feb 2019FEED, Alexandria, Egypt
- ▸Led team operations and coordinated project deliverables
- ▸Built and mentored high-performing teams from the ground up
Research Assistant & Translator
2017Emory University
- ▸Conducted academic research and provided professional translation services
- ▸Supported cross-cultural academic collaboration initiatives
Creator & Host
"Echoes of Wisdom" Podcast
Co-Founder & Member
Educational Youth Club, Bibliotheca Alexandrina
General Coordinator
Waste Segregation Initiative
Co-Organiser
3rd Annual International Conference, Philosophy Dept, Alexandria University
Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Sep 2024 - Sep 2025Faculty of Education, Al-Azhar University
Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy
Sep 2016 - May 2021Faculty of Arts, Alexandria University
LinkedIn Recommendation · April 7, 2026
I had the pleasure of working closely with Ahmed during his tenure as Store Manager for our Al Ain branch at Cheeky Monkeys Playland. Ahmed is a high-impact leader who manages with a rare blend of hard work and disciplined oversight.
He is remarkably results-driven, having achieved a 21% increase in branch sales within a year while boosting 5-star customer feedback by 150%. Beyond the numbers, Ahmed’s greatest strength lies in his uncompromising commitment to operational standards. He utilized a firm, disciplined management style to ensure his team maintained peak performance, consistently securing an ‘A’ rating in municipality food health and safety inspections.
Ahmed is a dedicated ISO professional who leads by example. His ability to maintain a high-pressure environment while focusing on hygiene, cleanliness, and team accountability directly translated into enhanced customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Ahmed for any leadership role where operational excellence and measurable growth are the priorities.