Luai Kafa

Seeking an apiary management position where I can apply my expertise in sustainable honey production, hive management, inspections, swarm control, and seasonal planning to enhance bee colony health and productivity.

Team Leader and Beekeeping Internship Trainer at Kafa Beehives (2019-01 – 2024-01)

• Supervised and guided interns in hive management, honey extraction, and disease prevention practices.
• Oversaw daily operations to uphold quality standards and safety protocols.
• Mentored team members and contributed to productivity improvements, troubleshooting challenges, and supporting team development.
• Reported progress to management, ensuring efficiency and optimal hive health.

Apiary Manager (Self-Employed) at Kafa Beehives (2017-01 – 2024-01)

• Grew an initial 15 hives of Carniolan bees to over 700 hives, achieving honey production exceeding 5 tons annually, along with additional bee products.
• Produced thousands of high-quality queen bees using natural and artificial insemination methods.
• Produced various hive products (propolis, wax, pollen, royal jelly), utilizing artificial insemination to breed queens with optimal traits such as disease resistance and productivity.
• Led diverse beekeeping projects, including apiary establishment and hive management, from inception through completion, maintaining timeline, budget, and scope.
• Engaged with stakeholders (beekeepers, landowners, agencies) to enhance collaboration and optimize project outcomes.
• Utilized data-driven approaches to monitor hive performance, inform decision-making, and ensure environmental sustainability.

Trained beekeeper at Local Apiaries (2013-01 – 2017-01)

• Completed 4 years of training under expert apiary managers, developing advanced skills in hive health management, honey production, and sustainable practices.
• Managed 100+ hives, consistently implementing practices to maintain colony health and optimize production.

BSc in Law – Syrian Virtual University (2022-09)

Faculty in English Literature – Tartous University (2015-09 – 2020-01)

High School Diploma – Ibn Zaidon High School (2013-09 – 2014-09)