SENIOR DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST

Growth, engineered with intent.

I build data-driven, full-funnel marketing systems that turn attention into revenue — across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and beyond. Seven years. Multiple markets. One focus: measurable growth.

Islam Refaat Portrait
Savills Egypt
American University of Beirut
Al Shaheen EST. · Qatar
Positive Side Consulting · Saudi Arabia
OAR Misr
Harvard Business Review Arabia
British Council Egypt
Egypt · Saudi Arabia · Qatar · Lebanon
7+ Years Experience
B2B & B2C
Real Estate · Consulting · Education · Retail

A marketer who treats growth
as a discipline, not a gamble.

I'm Islam Refaat — Senior Digital Marketing Specialist with 7+ years of experience building and scaling marketing functions from zero across Egypt, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.

My background spans B2B consulting, real estate, education, retail, e-commerce, and events. I've led teams, managed up to $15K/month in paid media, and consistently delivered outcomes that move the bottom line.

I don't just run campaigns. I build the entire system — strategy, content, paid media, analytics, and optimization — so every channel works harder together than it does alone.

Currently Senior Digital Marketing Specialist at Savills Egypt, while simultaneously consulting and building scalable digital products for markets in the Gulf and beyond.

EXPERTISE & CAPABILITIES

Performance Marketing Social Media Strategy SEO / GEO Content Marketing Lead Generation Paid Media B2B Marketing Real Estate Marketing AI Marketing Brand Strategy Campaign Management Marketing Analytics
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Figures reflect relative gains achieved on managed accounts across verified engagements.

Ten capabilities.
One growth engine.

A full-funnel toolkit — from brand strategy and content to AI-era search and short-form video — built on current best practice and proven execution.

01

Market Research

Audience, competitor, and demand intelligence that anchors every decision in evidence.

02

Brand Strategy

Positioning, tone, visual identity direction, and messaging frameworks that differentiate.

03

Social Media Management

Content calendars, channel strategy, community building, and full account management.

04

Content Creation

Copy, creative direction, video scripts, and editorial content across all formats.

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SEO

Technical and on-page optimization, keyword strategy, and content-driven organic growth.

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GEO — Generative Engine Optimization

Optimizing brand visibility in AI-powered search engines and LLM-driven discovery.

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AI Marketing Services

Integrating AI tools into marketing workflows for speed, scale, and smarter output.

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UGC Video Creation

Authentic, conversion-focused user-generated video content for social and paid channels.

09

Reels Creation

Short-form video content — scripted, produced, and optimized for platform algorithms.

10

Viral Video Script Writing

High-retention scripts engineered for shareability and platform-native performance.

Ready to build something that actually grows?

Performance Marketing
SEO & GEO
Content Strategy
Social Media Management
Lead Generation
B2B Marketing
Paid Media · Meta & Google
Brand Strategy
AI Marketing
Reels & Short-Form Video
Viral Script Writing
UGC Video
Market Research
Campaign Management
Marketing Analytics

Strategy. Execution.
Measurable results.

A selection of marketing engagements across real estate, consulting, education, and retail — each defined by a clear challenge, a deliberate strategy, and outcomes that mattered.

01
Savills Egypt Premium Real Estate · Global Advisory Cairo, Egypt

Challenge

Operating in one of the world's most competitive real estate sectors required a marketing approach capable of generating qualified interest while maintaining the premium positioning of the brand. The challenge was to increase digital engagement, strengthen content performance, and support lead-generation efforts across multiple audience segments.

Strategy

A growth-focused content and performance framework was developed to align brand awareness with measurable business outcomes — combining audience segmentation and targeting, high-value content creation, lead-focused campaign planning, and continuous data-driven optimization.

Execution

  • Developed and optimized digital content initiatives across key channels
  • Managed multi-channel marketing activities aligned to brand standards
  • Improved campaign messaging and audience targeting precision
  • Supported performance tracking and insight reporting processes
  • Refined content strategy based on engagement behavior and patterns

Results

+135% Audience engagement
+82% Campaign interaction rates
+48% Qualified inquiries
Expanded Brand visibility across key channels
"Premium real estate marketing succeeds when brand positioning and performance marketing work together — not separately."
02
American University of Beirut Higher Education · Executive MBA Beirut, Lebanon (Remote)

Challenge

MBA programs compete in a crowded education market where prospective students evaluate institutions based on reputation, career outcomes, and perceived value. The challenge was to strengthen digital communication and increase engagement among prospective applicants.

Strategy

A content-led marketing strategy was implemented to highlight program value, faculty expertise, and student outcomes — while improving audience engagement across digital platforms through clarity and credibility-first messaging.

Execution

  • Developed content supporting MBA program visibility and positioning
  • Optimized messaging for prospective students and working professionals
  • Supported campaign planning and audience engagement initiatives
  • Monitored performance metrics to improve communication effectiveness

Results

+120% Audience engagement
+95% Content interaction rates
+70% Reach expansion in target audience
Strengthened Digital awareness of MBA offerings
"In higher education marketing, trust and clarity are often more powerful than promotion."
03
Positive Side Consulting (PSC) Management Consulting · Digital Transformation Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Remote)

Challenge

As a consulting firm operating in a highly competitive Saudi market, PSC needed stronger digital positioning to communicate expertise, build trust among decision-makers, and attract enterprise clients across government and private sectors.

Strategy

The focus was on transforming the company's digital presence from service-focused communication into authority-driven communication — highlighting expertise, credibility, and business impact. A structured thought leadership programme anchored the strategy.

Execution

  • Developed strategic content and communication frameworks
  • Improved brand positioning across digital channels
  • Created thought-leadership and expertise-focused content for senior audiences
  • Supported marketing initiatives aimed at C-suite and government decision-makers

Results

+200% LinkedIn company audience growth
+140% Audience engagement
+110% Content interaction rates
+52% Inbound business inquiries
"Consulting firms win attention through expertise — but they win clients through credibility and trust."
04
Al Shaheen EST. Retail Conglomerate · Consumer Goods Doha, Qatar (Remote)

Challenge

Al Shaheen EST. operates in a highly competitive retail environment where customer attention is fragmented across multiple channels. The business needed a stronger digital presence, a more structured acquisition strategy, and a scalable marketing framework capable of supporting long-term growth.

Strategy

A full-funnel marketing approach was developed focused on three core objectives: increasing brand visibility, improving customer acquisition efficiency, and creating a stronger connection between marketing activities and business outcomes — combining performance marketing, content planning, and conversion analytics.

Execution

  • Built the entire marketing function from zero — team, infrastructure, and processes
  • Hired and managed a 5-person marketing team within the first 90 days
  • Launched corporate website and established all social and paid media infrastructure
  • Managed ~$15K/month in paid media across Meta and Google Ads
  • Implemented continuous performance monitoring and multi-channel optimization

Results

+100%+ Brand social media growth
+70% Increase in inbound leads year 1
+75% Organic website traffic growth
Scalable Marketing foundation established
"Sustainable growth comes from aligning acquisition, content, data, and conversion into a single system — not isolated campaigns."
05
OAR Misr Real Estate Brokerage Cairo, Egypt

Challenge

The Egyptian real estate market is highly competitive, making it difficult for brokerage firms to differentiate themselves while consistently generating qualified leads at a sustainable cost per acquisition.

Strategy

A marketing strategy focused on positioning, storytelling, lead generation, and audience targeting was developed — combining Meta and Google Ads with full-funnel video content and continuous creative testing to maximize campaign performance.

Execution

  • Drove 150+ qualified property leads/month at peak through targeted Meta and Google campaigns
  • Produced full-funnel video content — from concept and scripting to final execution
  • Continuous audience segmentation, creative testing, and funnel optimization
  • Managed 15+ active listings simultaneously across residential and commercial projects

Results

+92% Increase in lead generation
+58% Campaign conversion rates
+145% Audience reach expansion
60%+ Cost per lead reduction
"Real estate marketing is not about generating more attention — it's about generating the right attention from the right buyers."

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Trusted across the region
by brands that matter.

From global institutions to regional challengers — eleven brands across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Lebanon.

Savills Egypt
American University of Beirut
Al Shaheen EST. — Qatar
Positive Side Consulting — Saudi Arabia
Harvard Business Review Arabia
OAR Misr
British Council Egypt
American Center Cairo — U.S. Embassy
ABC Bank
The Marketers League
San & Sam Egypt
"Marketing is no longer about the stuff you make, but about the stories you tell."
— Seth Godin

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