Originating from more than 50 different countries, our highly-motivated team includes professionals with extensive emerging markets investment experience
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Originating from more than 50 different countries, our highly-motivated team includes professionals with extensive emerging markets investment experience
Founder & Chairman
Wahid is the Founder & Chairman of INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Group (LLC & LTD.). He Founded ICDA at the start of it's operations in 2017, and has been involved in all aspects of the business including investment decision making, investor relations, operations management and fundraising. He chairs the investment committees for all funds.
Before founded ICDA, Wahid spent more time at financial sectors, including roles in private equity, investment banking, debt and equity capital markets. Wahid is a Managing Director and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TOPKAPI LIMITED’ private limited company. Executive Director of Runner Group of Companies. Works on Country Development, Infrastructure, Foreign direct investment(FDI), private equity business & investment banking. Also working on strategy and business planning, Equity Research department, Equity Capital Markets and Debt Capital Markets departments.
Wahid is one of the most young Entrepreneurs and doing PhD from abroad.
President (CEO & Managing Director), China
Zhao joined ICDA in 2021 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Zhao was an Asia Chief Representative of China Energy Engineering Corporation(CEEC), Zhao also worked as an Senior Management in China Machinery Engineering Corporation(CMEC). Zhao is based in ICDA's Hong Kong & China office.
Zhao holds a BA from Agriculture University of China and an MBA from the Zhejiang University of China.
President, Morocco, Oman, UAE
Nawar joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nawar is an experienced leader in both government and private institutions. 2022 -2023 : position Chairman of the Board of Governors of Lucton British Scool/s ‘LEMS’ in the Kingdom of Morocco ➢ 2022-2023 : Position Business Developer in company BETA ENERGY & FINANCE ➢ 2022 : represent GARUDHA PUTIH NEDERLAND ➢ 2017- 2022 : Position of second vice president and director of the business CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Spain Haiti ➢ 2020-until now : CEO & Founder Shadid Capital Investments company ➢ 2019-2022: vice president of company SHAMEL PETROLEUM in UAE ➢ 2016-2017: Advising the "Tayniwin sous" association for social development And Construction (Morocco) ➢ 2015-2017: member with the association ENTRELLE (Agriculture in Mororcco) ➢ 02 March to date: sales manager at Agadir Fraiche Fruit ➢ 10 January 2011 To date: Manager within the company Jawharat Roudana ➢ October 13, 2010 to date: Director Mena Africa company ALMANHAL GROUP IN UAE ➢ 01April 2010 AT 30 DECEMBER 2010: 9 Months manager at SARANA NEGOCE ➢ 01April 2009 AU 01March 2010: 12 Months manager at the company Orangina export ➢ 2014/2015: MASTER En Droit ,Economie ,Gestion spécialité Entrepreneuriat et développement d’activités . ➢ 2006/2009: LICENSE Sciences Economiques et Gestion ➢ 2008/ 2009:Diplome en Economie et gestion dentreprise ➢ 2007: Diploma in SOFTWARE Study: ACCOUNTING - PAYROLL - COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT ➢ 2005/2006: DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING ASSISTANCE IN ENTERPRISE.
Nawar holds a (2014/2015): Master's Economics, and Management, specializing in Entrepreneurship and Business Development. ➢ 2006/2009: licence degree in Economics and Management.
President (Communications Director), Romania
Simona joined ICDA in 2021 as a President with the International Country Development Association Ltd (Romania). Prior to joining ICDA, Simona was a Expertise CONSULTING in branding. Brand Manager in mass media in Romania Television. Producer luxury events. Talent management, performance arts. Beauty Ambassador global: Mrs Heritage Romania. Best Beauty Ambassador Awards, Dubai 2021. (Award) GLOBAL MANAGENENT in Beauty Contests. CULTURAL DIplomacy. Competence: 1. ORGANIZATIONAL DIAGNOSIS. 2.Information management. International relations and European studies.
Simona hold University "Lucian Blaga'"from Sibiu, Romania. Specialist Communication and PR in Jurnalism University & MBA/Master in Business Management at University "George Bacovia', Bacău, Romania, & PhD /Postgraduates, in areas related to business specialization, see HR Manager, Media Consulting or Behavioral Psychology (Executive Coaching or Vocational Counseling in the area of training). Professional MBA /master's degree at "Mihai Viteazul" Information Academy, Bucharest - for the promotion of the security culture in the civil society: International Relations and European Studies Program.
President (Secretary, Law & Policy), South Korea
Jun joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Jun was an Executive Director of MITOCORPORATION, INC. Co., Ltd. Jun also worked Shanghai trading company in China & Rebaco INC. in Hongkong. Jun is based in ICDA's Seoul, Korea office.
Jun holds a B.A Graduate from Meiji University of Japan.
Vice President (Director & CFO), Finance
Ryu joined ICDA in 2022 as a Vice President & CFO with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Ryu was an Vice President of (2016.01– 2021.05) RF Holdings, Co., Inc. (R. O. KOREA) Investing properties - Financing and Monetizing instruments. President of (2008.11– 2016.09) Icornspnp, Ltd. (R. O. KOREA), CEO of the first world’s invention: Reed Composite Boards. (2004.04– 2008.10) Lyong Investment, Co. (U.S.A). Ryu also worked (2009.11– Current) REBACO, Inc., Ltd. (HONG KONG) –CEO- As the sole Mandate, handling IBOE - Monetizing Bank Instruments & (2021.06 – Current) MITO Corporation Ltd. (R. O. KOREA) – Vice President - Financing and Office Management. AWARD Publications: Korea Union for the Conservation for Nature, Fall, 2010. Award: The Minister of Environment of Korea, 2010 Ryu is based in ICDA's Seoul, Korea office.
Ryu holds a Computer and Education, MS, December, 1999 & Analytical Chemistry, MS, December, 1997 from Texas A&M-C (USA).
President (Director & Head of HR), Vietnam
Choi joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Choi was an General Director & CEO of ENVY TECH VINA Co., Ltd., METRO FLUX Co., Ltd. & Director of GSC Co., Ltd. Choi also worked as an Head of Sales Management in SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS Co., Ltd. . Choi is based in ICDA's Vietnam office.
Choi holds a Graduate from Chung Ju Under University of Korea.
President (Director & GM), Sri Lanka
Indeewara joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Indeewara was a Deputy Features Editor and Co-Editor of Montage, Cultural Paradigm of Sunday Observer (2008-2013), Co-Editor of Mosaic, the Cultural supplement of Ceylon Today and Senior Associate Editor, Daily Express and Weekend Express Editorial up to 2017. He is also Managing Director & Director- Corporate- Communication of 21st Century Advocacy (Pvt.) Ltd., and Director of Sound of Anthurium (Pvt.) Ltd., in Sri Lanka. Indeewara is based in ICDA's Sri Lanka office.
Indeewara holds a MBA from the Asia- e –University, Malaysia.
President (Director, Oil & Gas), Iran
Hossein joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Hossein is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Petro Sanat Jonub Company and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Petro pushesh pars Company (currently)- Head of Mahshahr Petrochemical special economic repair services workshop with Rampco for 1 year. - Substitute for Mahshahr Petrochemical Special Economic Zone Training Project with Rampco Company for 1 year. - Substute for repairs of the phosphoric acid unit of Razi Petrochemical Complex for 2 years. - Senior maintenance supervisor of Razi petrochemical complex with Rampco company for 3 years. - 15 years of work experience in various categories of oil, gas and petrochemical. Hossein is based in ICDA's Iran office.
Research Activities: - Presentation of an article in the National Conference on Maintenance and Repairs entitled Problems of CMMS Systems in Iran - Presentation of an article in the national maintenance and repair conference on the subject of evaluation and improvement of maintenance and repair systems in Industrial complexes. - Publication of an article on maintenance and repair systems problems in Iran in the journal of artificial intelligence and precision instruments. - Presentation of an article in the oil and gas transmission lines conference on the feasibility of implementing TPM in oil and gas transmission lines. - Presenting an article in the national maintenance and repairs conference on the role of quality improvement systems in maintenance and repairs Industrial complexes.
Hossein holds a Bachelor & Master's degree in mechanical engineering from Islamic Azad University. He also completed his Phd - Advanced oil and gas management from Tehran University.
President (Director, Africa Region), Ghana
Dennis joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Dennis was a G.M, Business Development of Caltex Oil Ghana Ltd. (2004 – 2006). He is also Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Maxigate Petroleum Ghana Ltd. in Ghana. Dennis is based in ICDA's Ghana office.
Dennis holds a B.B.A. from Ghana Institute of Management & Public Administration - GIMPA & PGD from Chartered Institute of Marketing –(UK).
President (Investor Relations Director), Cyprus
Panikos joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Panikos was a Co-Founder & Managing Director of 7-STAR Properties Ltd. (CY) 2012 – 2018, Licensed Real Estate Agency & Consulting Lapertas & Associates Ltd. (CY), Founder & Director 1994 – 2018 International Trade, Investments, Consulting, Financing, M&A GITS-Global Investments That Serves Ltd. (CY), Principal 2003 – 2014 Holding Company - Land Development Projects Lapertas Fisheries Ltd. (CY), Co-Founder & Managing Director 1992 – 2004 Offshore Fish Farming, Marketing, Sales & Distribution of Fresh Seafood (Local & Global Markets) PAA Tsada Hills Estates Ltd. (CY), Co-Founder, Director & Consultant 1995 – 2003 Land Acquisitions & Sales Safetyfirst Inc. (USA), Co-Founder & President 1989 – 1993 Medical Supplies Import, Marketing, Sales and Distribution Microsoft Corp. (USA), Consultant 1988 – 1990 Lapertas International Trading Co. (USA), Founder & President 1986 – 1990 General International Trade: Timber, Medical and other general items. He is also Partner/ CEO of EVIMERIA Asset Holdings Group Ltd. (CY), (2021 – Present), Real Estate & Equity Asset Holdings Unlimited Resources International (Cyprus), Partner/ Director (2018 – Present Business Investments & Consulting. Panikos is based in ICDA's Cyprus office.
As founder and co-founder of USA and Cyprus’ businesses, PGL’s network of associates, clients and suppliers expanded his Companies’ activities across North America (USA, Canada), to Asia (Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, China, India, Sri Lanka), Europe (UK, Cyprus, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, France, Greece), Russia, Middle East (Israel, Lebanon, Egypt) and elsewhere.
Panikos holds a B.A. International Trade & Investment – University of Washington (Seattle, USA).
President, KSA, Qatar, Egypt
Jamal joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Jamal is the owner and Chairman of “SHAMEL INTERNATIONAL GROUP”for Trade & Investment , It is a large investment group operating in the Republic of Yemen and the Arab Gulf states, and it has projects in various fields, and it includes several institutions and companies, which are: - Shamel Petroleum FZE (The UAE office), which is a company that works in the field of importing, exporting and trading oil, gas, petrochemicals and gold, and it has tanks in Hamriyah Sharjah with a capacity of 81 thousand square tons, as well as tanks in Aden, Yemen with a capacity of 200 thousand square meters, and registered with major international companies such as Rosneft And other specialized international companies. - Shamel Petroleum Company S.P.C It is a company based in Muscat - Oman, working in the field of refining, exporting and trading oil, storage and petrochemicals. - Al-Shamel International Oil and Gas Services (Yemen Office) - Al-Shamel International for Mining and Minerals: It owns from the mining sites of the Republic of Yemen. - Al Shamel International Financial Brokerage, Banking Services and Money Transfer - Al-Shamel International Security Services is an agent of the American company Meres. - Al Shamel International Trading, Import & Export. - Tamdeen Arabia for Construction and Development: It is a company specialized in contracting, extensions and infrastructure fields, and it owns a number of residential city projects in Aden, Taiz and Hadramout. - Bab Al-Mandab International Economic Company: It is a company established for the Economic City project in the Bab al-Mandab region and Mayon Island, which is a huge project located on an area of 381 square kilometers and consists of 12 huge vital projects, to serve the region and international shipping lines and connects the continents of Asia and Africa, and the group mobilized for this project all its energies and secured the necessary financing for it . EXPERIENCE SHEIKH JAMAL B. ALKASADI - chairman of : “Al-Shamel International Group Trade & Investment” CEO of: " Bab Al Mandab Int’l Economic Company " President of the Federation of Arab Importers and Exporters in the United Arab Emirates, This union is derived from the Organization of Economic Unity of the League of Arab States. - Founding member of the Arab Investment Fund of the Union of Arab Exporters and Importers - Economic Unity Organization - Arab League. - President of the Arab Federation of Gold in the United Arab Emirates. - Founding member of the Arab Investment Bank - under establishment.
Jamal holds a Bachelor in Sharia Sciences : - College of Arts - University of Sanaa - Republic Of Yemen.
President (Global Investment Ambassador), Mexico
Miguel joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Miguel is General Director of RUMEC INTERNACIONAL. Secretary of International Affairs in The International Confederation of Workers Attorney of RUMEC SAPI (Unique Document Key CUD A202206161645407779) Secretary of social communication in the international confederation of workers CIT.
As the founder of RUMEC Miguel has worked to define and strengthen the values that characterize the social labor of the organization in its various economic,cultural and educational objectives. Distinguishing itself for establishing cooperation links between various sectors of production and society, based on relationships that preserve the identity of its participants and nurture horizontal communication dynamics in increasingly large communities; from the strengthening of geography by passing specific to much more open spaces. With a track record in the fields of Construction, Agrobusiness, Exports and Imports Business and Social Entrepreneurship; Miguel has generated a permanent commitment to society, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team that creates connections between diverse sectors with common interests, as well as proposals for collaboration between complementary sectors in order to strengthen local production dynamics and participate in the satisfaction of education, housing and work needs. Characterized by an inclusive spirit, the RUMEC Direction in charge of Miguel Ángel Suárez has a diverse agenda that, for the moment, has established his interest in Mexico as a space for dialogue with its localities and with the exterior, making a disposition of interested parties and collaborators. an office in Mexico City, in the Torre Latin-American with fines of business connections and social affairs.
The general director Miguel Ángel Suárez, designed together with Jaime Sada Salinas, attorney of DroneTech, the contract for obtaining capital and commercial commission which gives us the necessary tools to create trends for the consumption of Mexican high technology in foreign markets among some other associations. Miguel is based in ICDA's Mexico office.
Miguel holds a Human Rigths attorney from Berkeley University, California USA.
President (Director, International Trade & Development), Turkey
Musa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION. He is the President of INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSPERSON AND DIPLOMATS UNION (BDU). Previously, Musa was a senior manager and adviser, whose business life has been continuing since 1995. He has served in different sectors on subjects such as European Union Legislation, Foreign Trade, Management Consulting, Project Management, Investment Consulting, International Financial Management, Competition Law, Government Incentives and Supports Country-Sector-Market Research Reporting, Reorganization (Company Configuration), Privatization, Energy, Waste Management, Real Estate Consulting, Foreign Capital Consulting, Brand Management and Turqality. He has also provided consultancy services to more than 190 public institutions, municipalities, companies, NGOs and universities. Furthermore, he has written 15 EU grant projects and received more than 60 incentive certificates in different sectors such as education, health, aviation, agriculture, textile, energy, waste, cement, tourism, port operation, shipbuilding and has prepared more than 60 feasibility reports.
In The Social And Communal Sphere : within the scope of social responsibility, he developed projects for the benefit of the community, gave free seminars, worked on refugees, young entrepreneurs, environment (afforestation), protection of consumer rights, vocational education, women and children. Currently; ❖ Bıreysel University Founding Board of Trustees President, ❖ ICES-International Center for Economic Social Strategic Studies Think Thank of Founding President, ❖ TURFED-Consumer Rights and Competition Law Federation Board of Founding President, ❖ BDU International Businesspersons and Diplomats Union of President, ❖ UK European Organization Development and Peace Turkey Of Presindent and Goodwill Ambassador, ❖ Consumer Dialogue Association Chairman of the Board Member, ❖ European Economic Senate, Vice Chairman of Turkey Middle East Region, ❖ Eco-Friendly Dolphins Association Vice President, ❖ Fenerbahçe Sports Club’s İstanbul 3rd Region, Strategic Research and Projects Committee Member and Chairman of the Training Board, ❖ Istanbul Industrialists and Investor Businessmen’s Association (İSİYAD), High Advisory Board Member and Head of R&D Training Commission, ❖ Workinton Entrepreneurship and Incubation Center, Permanent Mentor. Also; ❖ Turkish Northern Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Commerce, Vice Chairman of the Board (2013-2020), ❖ Association for the Protection of Consumer and Competition (TURDER), Vice President (2013-2020), ❖ ARGEV Foundation Founding Board of Trustees II. President (2015-2020), ❖ Chief Adviser of the Rector of the American University of Cyprus (2017-2020), ❖ DMW International Diplomats Union, Vice President (2014-2020), ❖ Federation of Consumer Organizations (TÖF), Member of the Board of Directors (2014-2019), ❖ Consumer and Competition Law Platform, Founding Member (2014-2019), ❖ Turkish Consumer Movement, Founding Member and Chairman of the Coordination Commission (2015-2019), ❖ Consumer Problems Arbitration Committee of K.Cekmece, Principal Membership (2015-2019), ❖ IGDAD Founding Secretary General (2005-2012), ❖ Cyprus Education and Culture Association, Founding Vice President (2014-2018), ❖ Founding President of European Union Club (1993-1995), ❖ Founding President of Young European Generation (1994-1996), ❖ Founding Member of Istanbul Branch of Turkey EU Association (1993-1997), Apart from his active NGO duties, he has nearly 15 NGO memberships of which he is a founder and former manager. In addition, Musa Karademir has received nearly 150 plaques, certificate of appreciation and medals from various institutions and organizations.
At The Academic Level: He has been teaching “International Relations,” “Integration Theory,” “Turkey EU relations,” “Foreign Policy,” in foundation universities since 2010. On the other hand, he gives Certified Training Seminars in various universities throughout Turkey on “Entrepreneurship,” “Brand Management,” “Governance,” “Project Management,”“EU Grants and Project Cycle Management,” “Personal Development,” “Coaching Management.” As of December 2021 throughout Turkey including the various provinces and districts, he has given more than 60 seminars in public institutions and organizations, governorates, municipalities, universities, non-governmental organizations, private sector. EU, International Relations, Customs Union, Turkey-EU Relations, Foreign Trade, Competition Law, Consumer Rights Protection, World Trade Organization, etc. about 35 Research reports have been published on their subjects by him. He also worked as an “expert” in legal compliance studies. Between 2016-2019 he was the Chief Adviser to the Rector of the American University of Cyprus. EU, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Macro and Microeconomics, Business Management, Human Resource Management, etc. He has more than 150 articles and more than 20 papers which have been published in various newspapers and magazines on such topics. In addition, he has been a “speaker”, moderator, session chair, rapporteur at nearly 200 various conferences, panels, seminars, symposiums. He has been working on subjects of terrorism, migration and refugees recently.
Musa Holds a graduated from Istanbul University.
President, Pakistan
Sharfa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Sharfa is CO-FOUNDER & General Manager of MEEZAB PROPERTY TURKEY 06.2023 - present YAKUT GLOBAL REAL ESTATE COMPANY Freelancer Real Estate Investment Consultant Responsibilities: Consulting international clients about Turkish Real Estate market; promoting properties for investment and TurkishCitizenship program; answering incoming inquiries of clients; ensuring customer relationship 05-2022 - 05-2023 PROPERTY ADVISOR TURKEY Call Center Manager & Real Estate Investment Consultant Responsibilities: Developing objectives for the call center's day to day activities; collecting and analyzing call-center statistics; providing training to maintain high customer service standards; preparing reports weekly; responsible for consulting international prospects regarding their property-purchasing decisions in Turkish Real Estate; developing strategies to increase the value of properties for prospects looking to buy, rent or sell 01-2020 - 09-2021 INVESTO GLOBAL REAL ESTATE Real Estate Investment Advisor Responsibilities: Consulting international clients about Turkish Real Estate market; promoting properties for investment and Turkish Citizenship program; answering incoming inquiries of clients; ensuring customer relationship 02-2019 - 12-2019 AIESEC ISTANBUL TURKEY International Global Volunteer/ English Teacher Responsibilities: volunteered on the project "Meet my world" as English Teacher at Istanbul DogaHigh School, 11-2017 - 12-2017 Atasehir; exchanged Pakistani culture with Turkish citizens along with other 10 international exchange volunteers.
EDUCATION : 02.2019 - 03.2021 İstanbul Aydın Üniversitesi Masters in Business Administration ; 01.2014 - 10.2017 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO Bachelors in Electronics Engineering.
Vice President (Investor Relations Director), Turkey
Nalan joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nalan is Vice President of INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSPERSON AND DIPLOMATS UNION (BDU). 2018- 2022 (STILL CONTINUING) ÖZKAN GENRAL TRADING COMPANY - COMPANY OWNER RESIDENTIAL IN KUWAIT. 2009- 2015 NALITTA TEXTILE AND ADVERTISING IND. TRADE. LTD. STI. - TEXTILE MANUFACTURING - COMPANY OWNER 2006-2009 ERGİNLER TEKSTİL VE REKLAM SANAYİİ TİC. LTD. STI. - TEXTILE MANUFACTURING - COMPANY OWNER 1989-1997 EKSPRES OFSET VE MATBAACILIK TIC. LTD. STI. - BUY 1997-2005.
SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES : A MEMBER OF 2017- 2022 (CONTINUING) TURKISH ASSOCIATION OF SPECIAL NEEDS PEOPLE - FOUNDER GENERAL PRESIDENT 2021 - 2022 (CONTINUING) BDU INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMATS ASSOCIATION - VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD 2019- 2022 (CONTINUING) UNITED KINGDOM PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION – PRESIDENT OF KUWAIT AND AMBASSADOR OF GOODNESS 2020- 2022 (CONTINUING) TECHNICIANS ASSOCIATION - PRESIDENT OF KUWAIT 2016-2018 WORLD DISABLED ASSOCIATION - HEAD OF ISTANBUL BRANCH.
COURSES AND CERTIFICATES RECEIVED : • TÖMER ENGLISH B level Training • Project Management Certified Training • Quality Management Certified Training • Risk Analysis Certified Training • Internal Auditor Certified Training • Entrepreneurship Certified Training • Leadership Certified Training • Environmental Security Certified Training
Nalan holds a Faculty of Business Administration from University of Anatolia, Turkey.
Vice President (Director & CFO), Turkey
Barış joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Barış is the Business Development CFO/ UBS ENERJİ MADENCİLİK PETROL SANAYİ VE DIŞ TİCARET A.Ş., (2013-2021). He is also CFO and Co-Founder of the company/SIGNUM DIŞ TİCARET LTD ŞTI.(until now). 25 years of extensive experience in International Trade & Business Development, Oil & Gas and Finance.
Founder of the Firm : A KARE was established to improvise beauty, security, health and life style products. The objective is to out burst the inner most desires of investors and have them develop their enthusiastic form of life to their businesses. Learning the facts can help achieve what they are prepared to do and progress their ability to identify their goals. The A KARE approach was created for the means of innovative and creative businesses. A KARE builds success through planning, educating and promoting business ideas according to the decisions of the client and/or firm(s). Over time, A KARE partners, national and international, have developed a marriage of trust and secure foundation, to which, companies are beginning to recognize globally and nationally.
Holds a Masters from the International American University in USA (1993- 1995).
Vice President (Business Development Director), South Africa
Charles joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Charles is a Global Union Ambassador to South Africa MEMBER OF GU's SUPERVISORY COUNCIL FOR AFRICA at THE GLOBAL UNION • GU-GHCF & its Permanent Mission to the global Safety of Nations and their People. OPAD Ambassador to South Africa. – Presently. International Ambassador for Canada & Africa Relations Special Envoy To African Union – Federal Association For The Advancement Of Visible Minorities (F.A.A.V.M) Senior Director and Special Adviser To The President – UPLIFTING AFRICA PROGRAM. – Present. • Develop and execute the organization’s strategies in order to attain the goals of the organization. • Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson so that they will have accurate view of the program and the organization’s future • Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities • Ensure organization policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the organization and that they are followed at all times • Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and government authorities • Oversee the organization’s financial performance, investments and other business ventures • Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance • Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems • Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the organization in ways that strengthen its profile • Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure organization survival and growth. Special Envoy To The Secretary General, Adjunct Representative To The United Nations- Office Of Nairobi, To The PAN African Parliament and African Union. High Commissioner For Africa, Representative Of The PAN Africa Parliament and Africa Union. – Universal Education Charter. • Support in repairing/maintaining educational systems and infrastructure affected by natural disasters, environmental disasters, and conflicts, by coordinating with the member state and the international community in implementing synergetic recovery and/or prevention actions • Support to the population of the member state by developing knowledge based opportunities that would in still hope and confidence, especially in the “new generation”, that would move their societies forward even through the accession to the new technologies available worldwide. • Act as a Think Tank for member states seeking to implement all of the activities that the Treaty envisage • Encourage and enable every international policy action aimed at promoting sustainable development in member states. • Plan/organize meetings and exchanges between member states and international organizations on educational issues impacted by climate change, natural disasters, conflicts etc. Ambassador of Peace – Institute of Peace and Development. (INSPAD). The Eurasia Center & The Eurasia Business Coalition (November 2016-Present) Director of Africa Program – Present. • Developing the Eurasia Center’s new “Uplifting Africa” Program • Identifying Grant Funding for the Program and building a Donor Base • Providing Program Support and Strategic Development within South Africa with a purpose to conduct research and implement projects in Africa. LCW GROUP, South Africa (Present) Chief Executive Officer • Analyze operations to evaluate performance of a company and its staff in meeting objectives, and to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change. • Appoint department heads or managers, and assign or delegate responsibilities to them. • Confer with board members, organization officials, and staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems. • Coordinate the development and implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, and other administrative control processes. • Direct and coordinate an organization's financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. • Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans and activities, the selection of directors and other high-level staff, and establishment and organization of major departments. • Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, and activities of organizations or businesses in order to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, and to increase productivity. • Establish departmental responsibilities, and coordinate functions among departments and sites. Nitware Solutions, South Africa (Jul 2016 – Preent) Business Development Director • Developed business-marketing strategy for Board Management Solution. • Identified new market opportunities. • Provided corporate representation in South Africa, communicating corporate strategy and message to potential clients. Nitware Solutions Limited, Lagos, Nigeria (Oct 2013 – June 2016) Head, Business Development/Marketing • Led Business Development efforts for software development and services. • Developed business-marketing and sales strategy for School Management Solution and Sales Management system. • Identified marketing opportunities and conducted business development meetings. The Third Party Media Company Ltd, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, (Jan 2012 – Sep 2013) Head, Events and Hospitality Unit • Led Event and Hospitality Unit consisting of a team of over 20 people • Managed supplier relationships ensure project communications and timely support of multiple events. • Developed event projects throughout the life cycle from concept and proposal to production and delivery. Clecon Construction & Oil Company Ltd, Auchi, Edo, Nigeria, (Jan 2009 – Dec 2011) Project & Business Development Manager G & M Secured Properties Ltd, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, (Nov 2004 – Dec 2008) Business Development Manager Ministry of Youth Affairs, Rivers State, Nigeria, (Sep 2003 – Sep 2004) Personal Assistance to Commissioner (NYSC) Guaranty Trust Bank Plc., Victoria Island Lagos, Nigeria, (Jun 2000 – Apr 2001) Cooperate Banking (I.T Marketing).
Proven Professional with strong business development and management experience across diverse sectors to include: information technology, construction, real estate, media, and event management. Skills: Account management; Business development; Client management; Great written and oral communications; Strong analytical and planning skills; Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance, Computer literacy; Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Charles holds a B.tech. degree from the University of Auchi Federal Polytechnic in Urban and Regional Planning, Nigeria.
Vice President (Business Development Director), Romania
Silviu joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Mr. Silviu Crăescu is an expert young leader with an extensive background in protocol and diplomacy, intelligence operations, journalism, military geopolitical analysis, prediction, and European inter-institutional affairs. Career specialized in the study of: organization and management of national and defense intelligence institutions; role of and policy concerning intelligence institutions in government; comparative study of intelligence institutions and concepts; intelligence analytic training and methodology; intelligence agencies and cyber-security; intelligence professionalization, standards and doctrine. Former Advisor / Administrator / Chief of Protocol / ATO / TIC and Protection Officer for the last two U.S. Ambassadors at the American Diplomatic Mission of Bucharest, in Romania (2006-2010). He was awarded by the U.S. Department Defense Security Service Academy and the U.S. Department Defense Cybersecurity of USG a scholarship to study awareness training for high rank DoD personnel eligible for official travel on government orders and security awareness training for federal security personnel. Life time OSINT Intelligence Collector / Operator with experience across multiple disciplines. Direct experience with CIA, USSS - Advance Protective Team, RSO and NSA, military source operations, executive protective management, liaison and advanced defense security operations. Working also for the private CIA – Tactical Rabbit from the U.S. Now he is also a member of the international close protection intelligence group which fights for global security and North-Western ideals. At present, he is a senior advisor to many Romanian political leaders for Homeland Security, Intergovernmental Affairs, Political Affairs & Public Liaison. He is Executive Vice-President at the International Center for High Security Studies, charged with Defense and Operational Responses to Crisis, from Bucharest, Romania. Ex-Special Operations Agent. Representative Member at the International Association for Intelligence and Security, also a member of the global intelligence community. Trainer specialized in counterintelligence training design, running, evaluating and reviewing theoretical / practical activities and / or geopolitical study, research, training, and professional skills development, carried out in institutions or at work. He is a competent professional evaluator, assessing candidates’ professional skills compared with the occupational standard. A mentor, he specializes in the fields of military intelligence education, civil education, culture, mass media, assuming the responsibility to monitor students' teaching practice. As President and mentor, he organizes demonstrative lessons and teaching hours for student practicing, by practicing techniques, methods, and teaching tools, leading to improved student skills in intelligence in the educational process. Hi is senior economist, political consultant, senior analyst in international military affairs, OSINT-HUMINT intelligence operator / collector, private and residential security consultant, expert – risk assessor in occupational workplace health and safety issues, specialist in physical protection, expert in national defense and security.
Career specialized in: organizing and managing the national defense and information gathering institutions (STAR CC) – intelligence, surveillance, target identification and acquisitions –, coordination of All Sources Cells (ASC), studying the role and policy concerning government owned intelligence institutions, comparative case studies of intelligence entities and making up concepts, security awareness culture, consultancy in the field of security and defense, analytic and methodological intelligence, intelligence agents and cybernetic security, professionalized information, NATO military standards and doctrine. He is full member of board of directors of PSA Academy™, which company is full member of the PSA International Company Group™. furthermore he is full member our teacher faculty.
Silviu was a graduate student, following the order of the commander (rector of the military unit 02585), at the National University of Defense "Carol I". Department of Advanced Education, advanced degree graduate, multiple courses and studies on NATO, DOISS Department of Security Operations and Strategy Studies, also studied at the IDF NATO School in Obergammen, Germany, and the IDF NATO college in Rome, Italy. Education: Trainee at the NATO School in Obergammen, Germany, and at the NATO College in Rome, Italy; multiple individual military and civil courses; other international operational training courses in law enforcement; special courses in the field of emergency intervention in case of crisis or hostile activity, counterintelligence and military espionage, both civil and industrial, within the Department Of Defense (DoD) and other countries such as Belgium, Switzerland, and Brazil.
President (Secretary, Law & Policy), South Africa
Nelisa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nelisa is an Advocate in Private Practice Member of the Pan African Bar Association of Southern Africa. Evangelist and Social Justice activist. Previous Occupation: Director/ Member of Gwele Vermeulen Digicon CC Legal Advisor – South African Broadcasting Corporation Candidate Attorney, Adams and Adams IP specialized law firm Legal Advisor – Independent Communication Authority of South Africa Legal Researcher – South African Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. Business Interests: Director – Phonerugg Steelworx (Pty) Ltd Mining and Commodity trading.
Professional highlight/s : Member of the team funded by the Mark Shuttleworth foundation To review the Electronic Communications Act and make written submissions to parliament on the proposed changes. Microsoft Word - Edge Shuttleworth ECA amendment 25 June 2009.docx (thornton.co.za)
Educational Qualifications: LLM IN Information Tachnology, Media and E- Commerce (University of Essex, Colchester – England) LLB and B.Proc (University of the North- now University of Limpopo) Industrial Relations Diploma (Damelin Management School) Certificates in Telecommunications Policy and Regulation (Wits Business School- SA and University of Adelaide – Australia).
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Zhao joined ICDA in 2021 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Zhao was an Asia Chief Representative of China Energy Engineering Corporation(CEEC), Zhao also worked as an Senior Management in China Machinery Engineering Corporation(CMEC). Zhao is based in ICDA's Hong Kong & China office.
Zhao holds a BA from Agriculture University of China and an MBA from the Zhejiang University of China.
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Jun joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Jun was an Executive Director of MITOCORPORATION, INC. Co., Ltd. Jun also worked Shanghai trading company in China & Rebaco INC. in Hongkong. Jun is based in ICDA's Seoul, Korea office.
Jun holds a B.A Graduate from Meiji University of Japan.
Vice President & CFO, South Korea
Ryu joined ICDA in 2022 as a Vice President & CFO with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Ryu was an Vice President of (2016.01– 2021.05) RF Holdings, Co., Inc. (R. O. KOREA) Investing properties - Financing and Monetizing instruments. President of (2008.11– 2016.09) Icornspnp, Ltd. (R. O. KOREA), CEO of the first world’s invention: Reed Composite Boards. (2004.04– 2008.10) Lyong Investment, Co. (U.S.A). Ryu also worked (2009.11– Current) REBACO, Inc., Ltd. (HONG KONG) –CEO- As the sole Mandate, handling IBOE - Monetizing Bank Instruments & (2021.06 – Current) MITO Corporation Ltd. (R. O. KOREA) – Vice President - Financing and Office Management. AWARD Publications: Korea Union for the Conservation for Nature, Fall, 2010. Award: The Minister of Environment of Korea, 2010 Ryu is based in ICDA's Seoul, Korea office.
Ryu holds a Computer and Education, MS, December, 1999 & Analytical Chemistry, MS, December, 1997 from Texas A&M-C (USA).
Secretary (International France Director), South Korea
Han joined ICDA in 2024 as a secretary & IFD with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, COMPANY NAME Establishment of Korea Credit Card Network (Credit Card Value Add Network)-CEO- Seoul, Korea |Mar. 2009 – Present- Approved by the government as a van exclusively for small business owners in 2015 ; COMPANY NAME CARDBANK -CEO- Seoul, Korea | Sep. 2000 – Apr. 2007 Credit card approval broadcasting business. Han is based in ICDA's Seoul, Korea office.
Han graduated from Yonsei University | Department of Business Adminstration Seoul, Korea | Mar. 1984 – Feb.1989.
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Simona joined ICDA in 2021 as a President with the International Country Development Association LLC (Romania & United Arab Emirates). Prior to joining ICDA, Simona was a Expertise CONSULTING in branding. Brand Manager in mass media in Romania Television. Producer luxury events. Talent management, performance arts. Beauty Ambassador global: Mrs Heritage Romania. Best Beauty Ambassador Awards, Dubai 2021. (Award) GLOBAL MANAGENENT in Beauty Contests. CULTURAL DIplomacy. Competence: 1. ORGANIZATIONAL DIAGNOSIS. 2.Information management. International relations and European studies.
Simona hold University "Lucian Blaga'"from Sibiu, Romania. Specialist Communication and PR in Jurnalism University & MBA/Master in Business Management at University "George Bacovia', Bacău, Romania, & PhD /Postgraduates, in areas related to business specialization, see HR Manager, Media Consulting or Behavioral Psychology (Executive Coaching or Vocational Counseling in the area of training). Professional MBA /master's degree at "Mihai Viteazul" Information Academy, Bucharest - for the promotion of the security culture in the civil society: International Relations and European Studies Program.
Vice President (Business Development Director), Romania
Silviu joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Mr. Silviu Crăescu is an expert young leader with an extensive background in protocol and diplomacy, intelligence operations, journalism, military geopolitical analysis, prediction, and European inter-institutional affairs. Career specialized in the study of: organization and management of national and defense intelligence institutions; role of and policy concerning intelligence institutions in government; comparative study of intelligence institutions and concepts; intelligence analytic training and methodology; intelligence agencies and cyber-security; intelligence professionalization, standards and doctrine. Former Advisor / Administrator / Chief of Protocol / ATO / TIC and Protection Officer for the last two U.S. Ambassadors at the American Diplomatic Mission of Bucharest, in Romania (2006-2010). He was awarded by the U.S. Department Defense Security Service Academy and the U.S. Department Defense Cybersecurity of USG a scholarship to study awareness training for high rank DoD personnel eligible for official travel on government orders and security awareness training for federal security personnel. Life time OSINT Intelligence Collector / Operator with experience across multiple disciplines. Direct experience with CIA, USSS - Advance Protective Team, RSO and NSA, military source operations, executive protective management, liaison and advanced defense security operations. Working also for the private CIA – Tactical Rabbit from the U.S. Now he is also a member of the international close protection intelligence group which fights for global security and North-Western ideals. At present, he is a senior advisor to many Romanian political leaders for Homeland Security, Intergovernmental Affairs, Political Affairs & Public Liaison. He is Executive Vice-President at the International Center for High Security Studies, charged with Defense and Operational Responses to Crisis, from Bucharest, Romania. Ex-Special Operations Agent. Representative Member at the International Association for Intelligence and Security, also a member of the global intelligence community. Trainer specialized in counterintelligence training design, running, evaluating and reviewing theoretical / practical activities and / or geopolitical study, research, training, and professional skills development, carried out in institutions or at work. He is a competent professional evaluator, assessing candidates’ professional skills compared with the occupational standard. A mentor, he specializes in the fields of military intelligence education, civil education, culture, mass media, assuming the responsibility to monitor students' teaching practice. As President and mentor, he organizes demonstrative lessons and teaching hours for student practicing, by practicing techniques, methods, and teaching tools, leading to improved student skills in intelligence in the educational process. Hi is senior economist, political consultant, senior analyst in international military affairs, OSINT-HUMINT intelligence operator / collector, private and residential security consultant, expert – risk assessor in occupational workplace health and safety issues, specialist in physical protection, expert in national defense and security.
Career specialized in: organizing and managing the national defense and information gathering institutions (STAR CC) – intelligence, surveillance, target identification and acquisitions –, coordination of All Sources Cells (ASC), studying the role and policy concerning government owned intelligence institutions, comparative case studies of intelligence entities and making up concepts, security awareness culture, consultancy in the field of security and defense, analytic and methodological intelligence, intelligence agents and cybernetic security, professionalized information, NATO military standards and doctrine. He is full member of board of directors of PSA Academy™, which company is full member of the PSA International Company Group™. furthermore he is full member our teacher faculty.
Silviu was a graduate student, following the order of the commander (rector of the military unit 02585), at the National University of Defense "Carol I". Department of Advanced Education, advanced degree graduate, multiple courses and studies on NATO, DOISS Department of Security Operations and Strategy Studies, also studied at the IDF NATO School in Obergammen, Germany, and the IDF NATO college in Rome, Italy. Education: Trainee at the NATO School in Obergammen, Germany, and at the NATO College in Rome, Italy; multiple individual military and civil courses; other international operational training courses in law enforcement; special courses in the field of emergency intervention in case of crisis or hostile activity, counterintelligence and military espionage, both civil and industrial, within the Department Of Defense (DoD) and other countries such as Belgium, Switzerland, and Brazil.
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Choi joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously Choi was an General Director & CEO of ENVY TECH VINA Co., Ltd., METRO FLUX Co., Ltd. & Director of GSC Co., Ltd. Choi also worked as an Head of Sales Management in SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS Co., Ltd. . Choi is based in ICDA's Vietnam office.
Choi holds a Graduate from Chung Ju Under University of Korea.
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Nawar joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nawar is an an experienced leader in both government and private institutions. 2022 -2023 : position Chairman of the Board of Governors of Lucton British Scool/s ‘LEMS’ in the Kingdom of Morocco ➢ 2022-2023 : Position Business Developer in company BETA ENERGY & FINANCE ➢ 2022 : represent GARUDHA PUTIH NEDERLAND ➢ 2017- 2022 : Position of second vice president and director of the business CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Spain Haiti ➢ 2020-until now : CEO & Founder Shadid Capital Investments company ➢ 2019-2022: vice president of company SHAMEL PETROLEUM in UAE ➢ 2016-2017: Advising the "Tayniwin sous" association for social development And Construction (Morocco) ➢ 2015-2017: member with the association ENTRELLE (Agriculture in Mororcco) ➢ 02 March to date: sales manager at Agadir Fraiche Fruit ➢ 10 January 2011 To date: Manager within the company Jawharat Roudana ➢ October 13, 2010 to date: Director Mena Africa company ALMANHAL GROUP IN UAE ➢ 01April 2010 AT 30 DECEMBER 2010: 9 Months manager at SARANA NEGOCE ➢ 01April 2009 AU 01March 2010: 12 Months manager at the company Orangina export ➢ 2014/2015: MASTER En Droit ,Economie ,Gestion spécialité Entrepreneuriat et développement d’activités . ➢ 2006/2009: LICENSE Sciences Economiques et Gestion ➢ 2008/ 2009:Diplome en Economie et gestion dentreprise ➢ 2007: Diploma in SOFTWARE Study: ACCOUNTING - PAYROLL - COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT ➢ 2005/2006: DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING ASSISTANCE IN ENTERPRISE.
Nawar holds a (2014/2015): Master's Economics, and Management, specializing in Entrepreneurship and Business Development. ➢ 2006/2009: licence degree in Economics and Management.
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Dennis joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Dennis was a G.M, Business Development of Caltex Oil Ghana Ltd. (2004 – 2006). He is also Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Maxigate Petroleum Ghana Ltd. in Ghana. Dennis is based in ICDA's Ghana office.
Dennis holds a B.B.A. from Ghana Institute of Management & Public Administration - GIMPA & PGD from Chartered Institute of Marketing –(UK).
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Jamal joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Jamal is the owner and Chairman of “SHAMEL INTERNATIONAL GROUP”for Trade & Investment , It is a large investment group operating in the Republic of Yemen and the Arab Gulf states, and it has projects in various fields, and it includes several institutions and companies, which are: - Shamel Petroleum FZE (The UAE office), which is a company that works in the field of importing, exporting and trading oil, gas, petrochemicals and gold, and it has tanks in Hamriyah Sharjah with a capacity of 81 thousand square tons, as well as tanks in Aden, Yemen with a capacity of 200 thousand square meters, and registered with major international companies such as Rosneft And other specialized international companies. - Shamel Petroleum Company S.P.C It is a company based in Muscat - Oman, working in the field of refining, exporting and trading oil, storage and petrochemicals. - Al-Shamel International Oil and Gas Services (Yemen Office) - Al-Shamel International for Mining and Minerals: It owns from the mining sites of the Republic of Yemen. - Al Shamel International Financial Brokerage, Banking Services and Money Transfer - Al-Shamel International Security Services is an agent of the American company Meres. - Al Shamel International Trading, Import & Export. - Tamdeen Arabia for Construction and Development: It is a company specialized in contracting, extensions and infrastructure fields, and it owns a number of residential city projects in Aden, Taiz and Hadramout. - Bab Al-Mandab International Economic Company: It is a company established for the Economic City project in the Bab al-Mandab region and Mayon Island, which is a huge project located on an area of 381 square kilometers and consists of 12 huge vital projects, to serve the region and international shipping lines and connects the continents of Asia and Africa, and the group mobilized for this project all its energies and secured the necessary financing for it . EXPERIENCE SHEIKH JAMAL B. ALKASADI - chairman of : “Al-Shamel International Group Trade & Investment” CEO of: " Bab Al Mandab Int’l Economic Company " President of the Federation of Arab Importers and Exporters in the United Arab Emirates, This union is derived from the Organization of Economic Unity of the League of Arab States. - Founding member of the Arab Investment Fund of the Union of Arab Exporters and Importers - Economic Unity Organization - Arab League. - President of the Arab Federation of Gold in the United Arab Emirates. - Founding member of the Arab Investment Bank - under establishment.
Jamal holds a Bachelor in Sharia Sciences : - College of Arts - University of Sanaa - Republic Of Yemen.
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Miguel joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Miguel is General Director of RUMEC INTERNACIONAL. Secretary of International Affairs in The International Confederation of Workers Attorney of RUMEC SAPI (Unique Document Key CUD A202206161645407779) Secretary of social communication in the international confederation of workers CIT.
As the founder of RUMEC Miguel has worked to define and strengthen the values that characterize the social labor of the organization in its various economic,cultural and educational objectives. Distinguishing itself for establishing cooperation links between various sectors of production and society, based on relationships that preserve the identity of its participants and nurture horizontal communication dynamics in increasingly large communities; from the strengthening of geography by passing specific to much more open spaces. With a track record in the fields of Construction, Agrobusiness, Exports and Imports Business and Social Entrepreneurship; Miguel has generated a permanent commitment to society, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team that creates connections between diverse sectors with common interests, as well as proposals for collaboration between complementary sectors in order to strengthen local production dynamics and participate in the satisfaction of education, housing and work needs. Characterized by an inclusive spirit, the RUMEC Direction in charge of Miguel Ángel Suárez has a diverse agenda that, for the moment, has established his interest in Mexico as a space for dialogue with its localities and with the exterior, making a disposition of interested parties and collaborators. an office in Mexico City, in the Torre Latin-American with fines of business connections and social affairs.
The general director Miguel Ángel Suárez, designed together with Jaime Sada Salinas, attorney of DroneTech, the contract for obtaining capital and commercial commission which gives us the necessary tools to create trends for the consumption of Mexican high technology in foreign markets among some other associations. Miguel is based in ICDA's Mexico office.
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Musa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION. He is the President of INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSPERSON AND DIPLOMATS UNION (BDU). Previously, Musa was a senior manager and adviser, whose business life has been continuing since 1995. He has served in different sectors on subjects such as European Union Legislation, Foreign Trade, Management Consulting, Project Management, Investment Consulting, International Financial Management, Competition Law, Government Incentives and Supports Country-Sector-Market Research Reporting, Reorganization (Company Configuration), Privatization, Energy, Waste Management, Real Estate Consulting, Foreign Capital Consulting, Brand Management and Turqality. He has also provided consultancy services to more than 190 public institutions, municipalities, companies, NGOs and universities. Furthermore, he has written 15 EU grant projects and received more than 60 incentive certificates in different sectors such as education, health, aviation, agriculture, textile, energy, waste, cement, tourism, port operation, shipbuilding and has prepared more than 60 feasibility reports.
In The Social And Communal Sphere : within the scope of social responsibility, he developed projects for the benefit of the community, gave free seminars, worked on refugees, young entrepreneurs, environment (afforestation), protection of consumer rights, vocational education, women and children. Currently; ❖ Bıreysel University Founding Board of Trustees President, ❖ ICES-International Center for Economic Social Strategic Studies Think Thank of Founding President, ❖ TURFED-Consumer Rights and Competition Law Federation Board of Founding President, ❖ BDU International Businesspersons and Diplomats Union of President, ❖ UK European Organization Development and Peace Turkey Of Presindent and Goodwill Ambassador, ❖ Consumer Dialogue Association Chairman of the Board Member, ❖ European Economic Senate, Vice Chairman of Turkey Middle East Region, ❖ Eco-Friendly Dolphins Association Vice President, ❖ Fenerbahçe Sports Club’s İstanbul 3rd Region, Strategic Research and Projects Committee Member and Chairman of the Training Board, ❖ Istanbul Industrialists and Investor Businessmen’s Association (İSİYAD), High Advisory Board Member and Head of R&D Training Commission, ❖ Workinton Entrepreneurship and Incubation Center, Permanent Mentor. Also; ❖ Turkish Northern Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Commerce, Vice Chairman of the Board (2013-2020), ❖ Association for the Protection of Consumer and Competition (TURDER), Vice President (2013-2020), ❖ ARGEV Foundation Founding Board of Trustees II. President (2015-2020), ❖ Chief Adviser of the Rector of the American University of Cyprus (2017-2020), ❖ DMW International Diplomats Union, Vice President (2014-2020), ❖ Federation of Consumer Organizations (TÖF), Member of the Board of Directors (2014-2019), ❖ Consumer and Competition Law Platform, Founding Member (2014-2019), ❖ Turkish Consumer Movement, Founding Member and Chairman of the Coordination Commission (2015-2019), ❖ Consumer Problems Arbitration Committee of K.Cekmece, Principal Membership (2015-2019), ❖ IGDAD Founding Secretary General (2005-2012), ❖ Cyprus Education and Culture Association, Founding Vice President (2014-2018), ❖ Founding President of European Union Club (1993-1995), ❖ Founding President of Young European Generation (1994-1996), ❖ Founding Member of Istanbul Branch of Turkey EU Association (1993-1997), Apart from his active NGO duties, he has nearly 15 NGO memberships of which he is a founder and former manager. In addition, Musa Karademir has received nearly 150 plaques, certificate of appreciation and medals from various institutions and organizations.
At The Academic Level: He has been teaching “International Relations,” “Integration Theory,” “Turkey EU relations,” “Foreign Policy,” in foundation universities since 2010. On the other hand, he gives Certified Training Seminars in various universities throughout Turkey on “Entrepreneurship,” “Brand Management,” “Governance,” “Project Management,”“EU Grants and Project Cycle Management,” “Personal Development,” “Coaching Management.” As of December 2021 throughout Turkey including the various provinces and districts, he has given more than 60 seminars in public institutions and organizations, governorates, municipalities, universities, non-governmental organizations, private sector. EU, International Relations, Customs Union, Turkey-EU Relations, Foreign Trade, Competition Law, Consumer Rights Protection, World Trade Organization, etc. about 35 Research reports have been published on their subjects by him. He also worked as an “expert” in legal compliance studies. Between 2016-2019 he was the Chief Adviser to the Rector of the American University of Cyprus. EU, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Macro and Microeconomics, Business Management, Human Resource Management, etc. He has more than 150 articles and more than 20 papers which have been published in various newspapers and magazines on such topics. In addition, he has been a “speaker”, moderator, session chair, rapporteur at nearly 200 various conferences, panels, seminars, symposiums. He has been working on subjects of terrorism, migration and refugees recently.
Musa Holds a graduated from Istanbul University.
Vice President (Investor Relations Director), Turkey
Nalan joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nalan is Vice President of INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSPERSON AND DIPLOMATS UNION (BDU). 2018- 2022 (STILL CONTINUING) ÖZKAN GENRAL TRADING COMPANY - COMPANY OWNER RESIDENTIAL IN KUWAIT. 2009- 2015 NALITTA TEXTILE AND ADVERTISING IND. TRADE. LTD. STI. - TEXTILE MANUFACTURING - COMPANY OWNER 2006-2009 ERGİNLER TEKSTİL VE REKLAM SANAYİİ TİC. LTD. STI. - TEXTILE MANUFACTURING - COMPANY OWNER 1989-1997 EKSPRES OFSET VE MATBAACILIK TIC. LTD. STI. - BUY 1997-2005.
SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES : A MEMBER OF 2017- 2022 (CONTINUING) TURKISH ASSOCIATION OF SPECIAL NEEDS PEOPLE - FOUNDER GENERAL PRESIDENT 2021 - 2022 (CONTINUING) BDU INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMATS ASSOCIATION - VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD 2019- 2022 (CONTINUING) UNITED KINGDOM PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION – PRESIDENT OF KUWAIT AND AMBASSADOR OF GOODNESS 2020- 2022 (CONTINUING) TECHNICIANS ASSOCIATION - PRESIDENT OF KUWAIT 2016-2018 WORLD DISABLED ASSOCIATION - HEAD OF ISTANBUL BRANCH.
COURSES AND CERTIFICATES RECEIVED : • TÖMER ENGLISH B level Training • Project Management Certified Training • Quality Management Certified Training • Risk Analysis Certified Training • Internal Auditor Certified Training • Entrepreneurship Certified Training • Leadership Certified Training • Environmental Security Certified Training
Nalan holds a Faculty of Business Administration from University of Anatolia, Turkey.
Vice President (Director & CFO), Turkey
Barış joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Barış is the Business Development CFO/ UBS ENERJİ MADENCİLİK PETROL SANAYİ VE DIŞ TİCARET A.Ş., (2013-2021). He is also CFO and Co-Founder of the company/SIGNUM DIŞ TİCARET LTD ŞTI.(until now). 25 years of extensive experience in International Trade & Business Development, Oil & Gas and Finance.
Founder of the Firm : A KARE was established to improvise beauty, security, health and life style products. The objective is to out burst the inner most desires of investors and have them develop their enthusiastic form of life to their businesses. Learning the facts can help achieve what they are prepared to do and progress their ability to identify their goals. The A KARE approach was created for the means of innovative and creative businesses. A KARE builds success through planning, educating and promoting business ideas according to the decisions of the client and/or firm(s). Over time, A KARE partners, national and international, have developed a marriage of trust and secure foundation, to which, companies are beginning to recognize globally and nationally.
Holds a Masters from the International American University in USA (1993- 1995).
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President & Head of Management
Sharfa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Sharfa is CO-FOUNDER & General Manager of MEEZAB PROPERTY TURKEY 06.2023 - present YAKUT GLOBAL REAL ESTATE COMPANY Freelancer Real Estate Investment Consultant Responsibilities: Consulting international clients about Turkish Real Estate market; promoting properties for investment and TurkishCitizenship program; answering incoming inquiries of clients; ensuring customer relationship 05-2022 - 05-2023 PROPERTY ADVISOR TURKEY Call Center Manager & Real Estate Investment Consultant Responsibilities: Developing objectives for the call center's day to day activities; collecting and analyzing call-center statistics; providing training to maintain high customer service standards; preparing reports weekly; responsible for consulting international prospects regarding their property-purchasing decisions in Turkish Real Estate; developing strategies to increase the value of properties for prospects looking to buy, rent or sell 01-2020 - 09-2021 INVESTO GLOBAL REAL ESTATE Real Estate Investment Advisor Responsibilities: Consulting international clients about Turkish Real Estate market; promoting properties for investment and Turkish Citizenship program; answering incoming inquiries of clients; ensuring customer relationship 02-2019 - 12-2019 AIESEC ISTANBUL TURKEY International Global Volunteer/ English Teacher Responsibilities: volunteered on the project "Meet my world" as English Teacher at Istanbul DogaHigh School, 11-2017 - 12-2017 Atasehir; exchanged Pakistani culture with Turkish citizens along with other 10 international exchange volunteers.
EDUCATION : 02.2019 - 03.2021 İstanbul Aydın Üniversitesi Masters in Business Administration ; 01.2014 - 10.2017 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO Bachelors in Electronics Engineering.
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President & Head of Management
Indeewara joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Indeewara was a Deputy Features Editor and Co-Editor of Montage, Cultural Paradigm of Sunday Observer (2008-2013), Co-Editor of Mosaic, the Cultural supplement of Ceylon Today and Senior Associate Editor, Daily Express and Weekend Express Editorial up to 2017. He is also Managing Director & Director- Corporate- Communication of 21st Century Advocacy (Pvt.) Ltd., and Director of Sound of Anthurium (Pvt.) Ltd., in Sri Lanka. Indeewara is based in ICDA's Sri Lanka office.
Indeewra holds a MBA from National Institute of Business Management, Asia e University.
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President & Head of Management
Hossein joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Hossein is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Petro Sanat Jonub Company and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Petro pushesh pars Company (currently)- Head of Mahshahr Petrochemical special economic repair services workshop with Rampco for 1 year. - Substitute for Mahshahr Petrochemical Special Economic Zone Training Project with Rampco Company for 1 year. - Substute for repairs of the phosphoric acid unit of Razi Petrochemical Complex for 2 years. - Senior maintenance supervisor of Razi petrochemical complex with Rampco company for 3 years. - 15 years of work experience in various categories of oil, gas and petrochemical. Hossein is based in ICDA's Iran office.
Research Activities: - Presentation of an article in the National Conference on Maintenance and Repairs entitled Problems of CMMS Systems in Iran - Presentation of an article in the national maintenance and repair conference on the subject of evaluation and improvement of maintenance and repair systems in Industrial complexes. - Publication of an article on maintenance and repair systems problems in Iran in the journal of artificial intelligence and precision instruments. - Presentation of an article in the oil and gas transmission lines conference on the feasibility of implementing TPM in oil and gas transmission lines. - Presenting an article in the national maintenance and repairs conference on the role of quality improvement systems in maintenance and repairs Industrial complexes.
Hossein holds a Bachelor & Master's degree in mechanical engineering from Islamic Azad University. He also completed his Phd - Advanced oil and gas management from Tehran University.
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President & Head of Management
Nelisa joined ICDA in 2023 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Nelisa is an Advocate in Private Practice Member of the Pan African Bar Association of Southern Africa. Evangelist and Social Justice activist. Previous Occupation: Director/ Member of Gwele Vermeulen Digicon CC Legal Advisor – South African Broadcasting Corporation Candidate Attorney, Adams and Adams IP specialized law firm Legal Advisor – Independent Communication Authority of South Africa Legal Researcher – South African Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. Business Interests: Director – Phonerugg Steelworx (Pty) Ltd Mining and Commodity trading.
Professional highlight/s : Member of the team funded by the Mark Shuttleworth foundation To review the Electronic Communications Act and make written submissions to parliament on the proposed changes. Microsoft Word - Edge Shuttleworth ECA amendment 25 June 2009.docx (thornton.co.za)
Educational Qualifications: LLM IN Information Tachnology, Media and E- Commerce (University of Essex, Colchester – England) LLB and B.Proc (University of the North- now University of Limpopo) Industrial Relations Diploma (Damelin Management School) Certificates in Telecommunications Policy and Regulation (Wits Business School- SA and University of Adelaide – Australia).
Vice President (Business Development Director), South Africa
Charles joined ICDA in 2023 as a Vice President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. In additionally, Charles is a Global Union Ambassador to South Africa MEMBER OF GU's SUPERVISORY COUNCIL FOR AFRICA at THE GLOBAL UNION • GU-GHCF & its Permanent Mission to the global Safety of Nations and their People. OPAD Ambassador to South Africa. – Presently. International Ambassador for Canada & Africa Relations Special Envoy To African Union – Federal Association For The Advancement Of Visible Minorities (F.A.A.V.M) Senior Director and Special Adviser To The President – UPLIFTING AFRICA PROGRAM. – Present. • Develop and execute the organization’s strategies in order to attain the goals of the organization. • Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson so that they will have accurate view of the program and the organization’s future • Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities • Ensure organization policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the organization and that they are followed at all times • Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and government authorities • Oversee the organization’s financial performance, investments and other business ventures • Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance • Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems • Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the organization in ways that strengthen its profile • Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure organization survival and growth. Special Envoy To The Secretary General, Adjunct Representative To The United Nations- Office Of Nairobi, To The PAN African Parliament and African Union. High Commissioner For Africa, Representative Of The PAN Africa Parliament and Africa Union. – Universal Education Charter. • Support in repairing/maintaining educational systems and infrastructure affected by natural disasters, environmental disasters, and conflicts, by coordinating with the member state and the international community in implementing synergetic recovery and/or prevention actions • Support to the population of the member state by developing knowledge based opportunities that would in still hope and confidence, especially in the “new generation”, that would move their societies forward even through the accession to the new technologies available worldwide. • Act as a Think Tank for member states seeking to implement all of the activities that the Treaty envisage • Encourage and enable every international policy action aimed at promoting sustainable development in member states. • Plan/organize meetings and exchanges between member states and international organizations on educational issues impacted by climate change, natural disasters, conflicts etc. Ambassador of Peace – Institute of Peace and Development. (INSPAD). The Eurasia Center & The Eurasia Business Coalition (November 2016-Present) Director of Africa Program – Present. • Developing the Eurasia Center’s new “Uplifting Africa” Program • Identifying Grant Funding for the Program and building a Donor Base • Providing Program Support and Strategic Development within South Africa with a purpose to conduct research and implement projects in Africa. LCW GROUP, South Africa (Present) Chief Executive Officer • Analyze operations to evaluate performance of a company and its staff in meeting objectives, and to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change. • Appoint department heads or managers, and assign or delegate responsibilities to them. • Confer with board members, organization officials, and staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems. • Coordinate the development and implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, and other administrative control processes. • Direct and coordinate an organization's financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. • Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans and activities, the selection of directors and other high-level staff, and establishment and organization of major departments. • Direct, plan, and implement policies, objectives, and activities of organizations or businesses in order to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, and to increase productivity. • Establish departmental responsibilities, and coordinate functions among departments and sites. Nitware Solutions, South Africa (Jul 2016 – Preent) Business Development Director • Developed business-marketing strategy for Board Management Solution. • Identified new market opportunities. • Provided corporate representation in South Africa, communicating corporate strategy and message to potential clients. Nitware Solutions Limited, Lagos, Nigeria (Oct 2013 – June 2016) Head, Business Development/Marketing • Led Business Development efforts for software development and services. • Developed business-marketing and sales strategy for School Management Solution and Sales Management system. • Identified marketing opportunities and conducted business development meetings. The Third Party Media Company Ltd, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, (Jan 2012 – Sep 2013) Head, Events and Hospitality Unit • Led Event and Hospitality Unit consisting of a team of over 20 people • Managed supplier relationships ensure project communications and timely support of multiple events. • Developed event projects throughout the life cycle from concept and proposal to production and delivery. Clecon Construction & Oil Company Ltd, Auchi, Edo, Nigeria, (Jan 2009 – Dec 2011) Project & Business Development Manager G & M Secured Properties Ltd, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, (Nov 2004 – Dec 2008) Business Development Manager Ministry of Youth Affairs, Rivers State, Nigeria, (Sep 2003 – Sep 2004) Personal Assistance to Commissioner (NYSC) Guaranty Trust Bank Plc., Victoria Island Lagos, Nigeria, (Jun 2000 – Apr 2001) Cooperate Banking (I.T Marketing).
Proven Professional with strong business development and management experience across diverse sectors to include: information technology, construction, real estate, media, and event management. Skills: Account management; Business development; Client management; Great written and oral communications; Strong analytical and planning skills; Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance, Computer literacy; Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Charles holds a B.tech. degree from the University of Auchi Federal Polytechnic in Urban and Regional Planning, Nigeria.
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President & Head of Management
Panikos joined ICDA in 2022 as a Head & President with the INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Limited. Previously, Panikos was a Co-Founder & Managing Director of 7-STAR Properties Ltd. (CY) 2012 – 2018, Licensed Real Estate Agency & Consulting Lapertas & Associates Ltd. (CY), Founder & Director 1994 – 2018 International Trade, Investments, Consulting, Financing, M&A GITS-Global Investments That Serves Ltd. (CY), Principal 2003 – 2014 Holding Company - Land Development Projects Lapertas Fisheries Ltd. (CY), Co-Founder & Managing Director 1992 – 2004 Offshore Fish Farming, Marketing, Sales & Distribution of Fresh Seafood (Local & Global Markets) PAA Tsada Hills Estates Ltd. (CY), Co-Founder, Director & Consultant 1995 – 2003 Land Acquisitions & Sales Safetyfirst Inc. (USA), Co-Founder & President 1989 – 1993 Medical Supplies Import, Marketing, Sales and Distribution Microsoft Corp. (USA), Consultant 1988 – 1990 Lapertas International Trading Co. (USA), Founder & President 1986 – 1990 General International Trade: Timber, Medical and other general items. He is also Partner/ CEO of EVIMERIA Asset Holdings Group Ltd. (CY), (2021 – Present), Real Estate & Equity Asset Holdings Unlimited Resources International (Cyprus), Partner/ Director (2018 – Present Business Investments & Consulting. Panikos is based in ICDA's Cyprus office.
As founder and co-founder of USA and Cyprus’ businesses, PGL’s network of associates, clients and suppliers expanded his Companies’ activities across North America (USA, Canada), to Asia (Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, China, India, Sri Lanka), Europe (UK, Cyprus, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, France, Greece), Russia, Middle East (Israel, Lebanon, Egypt) and elsewhere.
Panikos holds a B.A. International Trade & Investment – University of Washington (Seattle, USA).
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