Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Membership /Volunteer work
Fellowship
References
Timeline
Huda Radhi

Huda Radhi

Manama, Bahrain

Summary

Experienced Managing Director with proven success in leading and growing businesses across diverse industries. Expertise in strategic planning, banking, business development, team management, and driving operational excellence. Committed to achieving sustainable growth and delivering exceptional results.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder & Director

Richmond Advisory Services
01.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
  • Created and managed the company's financial budgeting, forecasting, and reporting systems.
  • Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
  • Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
  • Developed strategic initiatives to increase market share and revenue growth.
  • Engaged in market analysis to help clients develop industry-aligned compensation packages.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to business operations.
  • Directed strategic planning to develop and implement corporate goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
  • Cultivated deep understanding of market, customer and competitor landscapes to identify growth opportunities.

Trainer/Peer Mentor/Freelance Trainer/Peer Mentor/Coaching Assistant

Self Employed
01.2011 - Current

Training

  • I delivered courses over 30 courses through several institutions in Bahrain & GCC varying from Finance, Risk Management, Leadership, Organization Structure & Entrepreneurship: Bahrain Financial Exchange (BFX), Bahrain, Blue Vision Institute, UAE, Qatar Finance & Business Academy, Qatar, Oasis Training Centre , Bahrain Institute of Entrepreneurship & Technology ( BIET), Golden Trust, Bahrain, Graduate School, UK, Applied Science University (ASU) & Royal University for Women in Bahrain & Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy in UAE .
  • Researched new technologies applicable for use within the organization's training processes.
  • Organized and facilitated virtual workshops for clients.
  • Designed customized courses based on client needs and expectations.

Mentorship

  • I mentored over 120 mentees in Bahrain & USA through Tamkeen Mashroo3i Program, Tamkeen Mowgli Mentorship Program, Vital Voices Mentorship Program in USA, Aiesic Youth Entrepreneurship Program, Business Mentor to Polytechnic Students, Enjaz Bahrain, and Taqadum Program by British Council,
  • Provided one-on-one coaching to participants in the program.

Speaker

  • Developed and delivered engaging presentations to audiences of varying sizes in Bahrain, KSA, UAE, Yemen, Kuwait, Morocco & Lebanon.
  • Prepared detailed outlines of topics to be discussed at each engagement.
  • Facilitated and moderated conversations between panelists about "Data Analytics & Digital Transformation for Business" during The 7th Edition of Manama Entrepreneurship week Q&A sessions.
  • Participated in conferences related to field of expertise.

Advisory Consultant, Commercial Market Committee

Bahrain Chamber
Manama
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Served as Commercial Market Committee Advisor for two years, providing strategic guidance and expertise.
  • Assessed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement or innovation opportunities.
  • Actively participated in brainstorming sessions for developing new ideas.
  • Conducted research, surveys and interviews to gain business insights.

Director

Daskalides Bahrain, Fine Belgian Company
01.2004 - 01.2018
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
  • Directs the efforts of the marketing, communications and public relations staff and coordinates at the strategic and tactical levels with the other functions of the organization
  • Coordinate media interest in the organization and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests
  • Work with the parent company in Belgium to develop and implement process for maintaining the integrity of the company’s brand in order to target Bahrain and GCC customers.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends in product performance or customer service issues.
  • Monitored market conditions and competitor activities to inform business decisions.

Board Member & Member of Audit Committee

Bahrain Institute of Banking & Finance
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Identified areas of improvement in business operations and provided solutions to maximize efficiency.
  • Provided strategic direction to the organization by setting goals and objectives.
  • Reviewed financial statements and monitored organizational performance against budgets.

Manager

The Arab Investment Company
Manama
12.2002 - 04.2011
  • Review and nurture existing correspondent banking relationships with the banks & FIs in the assigned regions for better reciprocity / business and income generation
  • Identify new and potential countries and the banks & FIs in the assigned regions for establishing relationship for doing business and increase the income potential
  • Identify new products and to expand the base for the existing business viz
  • L/C confirmations; Risk Participations (both under Funded and Un Funded) and facilitate for its successful commissioning and production
  • Managing portfolios in syndication with over US$ 40 BN
  • Collect and gather information in the respective markets in the assigned regions as to the prevailing risk premium, quotes, etc.
  • Maintain and hold the data related to the information of business dealt with the respective banks and FIs in the assigned regions for making use of the same for the MIS and reciprocity analysis purpose
  • Undertake the Annual Review of the existing lines set up for the banks and FIs in the assigned regions and prepare the necessary documentations including the CAs for consolidation and approval by the Board of Directors
  • In charge of trade finance, forfeiting, discounting and syndication and maintain relationship with the banks, reviewing relationship periodically to evaluate and integrate transactional activities of these relationships, attending meetings with correspondent banks representatives and preparing call reports for such meetings, helping in preparing reports for the senior management
  • Selected by the Senior Management to be part of Basle II implementation committee and I was involved in evaluating the critical assurance role by identifying and clarifying the current internal compliance practices and controls within the Agency
  • Involved in diagnosing and developing enhanced procedures to ensure agency wide compliance with all regulatory, financial and core operational system requirements
  • Developed annual goals for each department based on market trends and competitor analysis.
  • Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.

Private Banking Relationship Manager

TAIB Bank
Manama
10.2001 - 12.2002
  • Developed tailored solutions for high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations based on their specific needs.
  • Managed client relationships through regular meetings in order to identify opportunities to increase assets under management.
  • Arranging and conducting meeting with high-net-worth customers in Kuwait and Jeddah.
  • Identified potential cross-sell opportunities within existing portfolios and developed strategies for new business development initiatives.
  • Ensure continued compliance with policy documents. - Operate within risk management guidelines set out in the credit policy of the Bank
  • Collaborated with internal departments such as credit risk management and legal teams to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.

Executive Trainee

TAIB Bank
10.2000 - 10.2001
  • Responsible for organizing TAIB Bank’s participation in exhibitions & marketing materials
  • Produce customer profile report, variance report, Private Banking budget & Business Plan Reports, Business Development Report
  • Evaluate TAIB performance, Handling customer inquiries & selling over the phone, - Reviewing & summarizing the outlook of conferences & seminars invitations, Create marketing database & handling brochures & marketing materials reprint.
  • Compiled weekly reports summarizing project status updates, accomplishments, and challenges encountered.

Independent Consultant

Reuters
London
01.2000 - 05.2000
  • Created detailed reports on findings from client engagements, including recommendations for improvement.
  • Analyzed data from multiple sources to develop actionable solutions for clients.
  • Researched my Master project thesis on the Proficiency of Reuters Kondor+ by searching its features, strengths, weaknesses, & limitation
  • Telephone interviews, face- to-face interviews, & distributing surveys to find out more about clients’ opinions

Credit Assistant

Merrill Lynch
London
01.1997 - 01.1998
  • Researched potential customers to verify identity and obtain credit references.
  • Maintained customer files, including credit histories, payment records and account status information.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable discrepancies by researching invoices, payments and credits.
  • Updated data for employee loan and total exposure of over $40m
  • Conducted detailed analysis of customers' financials prior to granting additional lines of credit.
  • Reviewed credit applications and financial statements to assess risk and determine appropriate terms for customers.

Education

(SEND) Diploma - Special Education

Centre of Excellence, UK
01.2021 - 06.2021

Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship

Beyster Institute of The Rady School of Management, University of San Diego, USA
01.2007 - 11.2023

Executive Education Diploma - Executive Women's Leadership

Harvard Kennedy School of Government , USA
02.2014 - 03.2014

Leadership Program for Entrepreneurs

Master of Science - Systems Engineering & Management

Richmond, The American International University, UK
01.1998 - 05.2000

Bachelor of Arts - International Business/ French

Richmond, The American International University, UK
09.1994 - 12.2007

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Client Relationships Management
  • Mentoring, Coaching and Training
  • Negotiation
  • Financial Management
  • Strategic Planning & Vision
  • Budget Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Consulting
  • Business Planning

Affiliations

British Council Steering Committee member, Vital Voices Fellow, Halcyon Fellow, Affiliate membership with IEE (Institute of Electrical Engineers), and IMC (Institute of Management. Consultant, GARP (Global Association of Risk Professionals), Bahrain Businesswomen Society, Board Member Women Gateway Head & Vice Treasurer (2012-2014), Association Francaise De Bahrein, “Club d’affaires Franco- Bahrenien” Bahrain/French Business (Board Member 2000-2004), Bahraini American Cultural Exchange Society (BACES), Al Muntada Society, Board Member), Bahrain Bosnia – Herzegovina Friendship Society (Board Member & Head of Media Committee 2023-2025).

Accomplishments

  • 1st Award winner at Fifth Legislation Power Program by Bahrain Institute for Political Development (BIPD).
  • Awarded for achieving excellence as a member and advisor for the Commercial Market Committee by Bahrain Chamber.
  • I was selected as Fellow by Halyon Inspire in the USA to make up 2021 Bahrain Women's Intensive as a tech in Social Entrepreneur Leader.
  • 1st Bahraini Woman to be selected by Goldman Sachs 10,000 Entrepreneurship Women from Mena.
  • 1st place Winner at British Council 200 best Bahraini-UK stories competition in celebrating 200 years of friendship between Bahrain and UK.

Certification

  • Train the Trainer (TOT ) for Community Dialogue and Facilitation Program.

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Beginner
A1

Membership /Volunteer work

  • Member at Bahrain Businesswomen Society (Economic Committee)
  • Board Member & Head of Media Committee, Bahrain - Bosnia & Herzegovina & Business Society .
  • Member at Bahrain Development SMEs ( Artificial Intelligence & Training Committees).
  • Mentor for Tamkeen Mashroo3i Program

Fellowship

  • Vital Voices, USA
  • Halcyon, USA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Centre of Excellence - (SEND) Diploma, Special Education
01.2021 - 06.2021
Advisory Consultant, Commercial Market Committee - Bahrain Chamber
01.2020 - 07.2022
Founder & Director - Richmond Advisory Services
01.2018 - Current
Harvard Kennedy School of Government - Executive Education Diploma, Executive Women's Leadership
02.2014 - 03.2014
Board Member & Member of Audit Committee - Bahrain Institute of Banking & Finance
01.2014 - 01.2017
Trainer/Peer Mentor/Freelance Trainer/Peer Mentor/Coaching Assistant - Self Employed
01.2011 - Current
Beyster Institute of The Rady School of Management, University of San Diego - Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship , Entrepreneurship
01.2007 - 11.2023
Director - Daskalides Bahrain, Fine Belgian Company
01.2004 - 01.2018
Manager - The Arab Investment Company
12.2002 - 04.2011
Private Banking Relationship Manager - TAIB Bank
10.2001 - 12.2002
Executive Trainee - TAIB Bank
10.2000 - 10.2001
Independent Consultant - Reuters
01.2000 - 05.2000
Richmond, The American International University - Master of Science, Systems Engineering & Management
01.1998 - 05.2000
Credit Assistant - Merrill Lynch
01.1997 - 01.1998
Richmond, The American International University - Bachelor of Arts, International Business/ French
09.1994 - 12.2007
Huda Radhi