Nawal Hamd

Relationship-driven business leader with 20+ years of experience spanning entrepreneurship, business development, sales leadership, international operations, advertising, community engagement, events, and strategic relationship building. Known for connecting naturally with people, representing organizations with confidence, identifying opportunities, negotiating solutions, and turning relationships into long-term value. Brings executive presence, multicultural experience, and an entrepreneurial understanding of partnerships, brand visibility, customer experience, and growth.

Founder & Owner at Fire & Pita Lebanese Street Food (2026-01 – Present)

• Founded and launched a mobile Mediterranean brand, leading concept development, licensing, marketing, partnerships, customer acquisition, and operations.
• Develop relationships with businesses, schools, breweries, markets, event organizers, municipalities, and community groups to secure events and visibility.
• Represent the brand directly with clients and partners while coordinating vendors, event participation, purchasing, scheduling, and service execution.

Founder, Owner & Operator at Falafel Hut Mediterranean Cuisine (2018-06 – 2025-12)

• Owned and led a full-service Mediterranean restaurant for 7+ years, overseeing operations, staffing, financial management, scheduling, inventory, vendors, marketing, and customer experience.
• Developed community partnerships, local outreach, promotions, loyalty initiatives, and relationship-based marketing to strengthen brand awareness and repeat business.
• Built long-term relationships with customers, vendors, community organizations, and business partners while maintaining a strong service-focused culture.

Per Diem Floor Manager - Ground Operations at Emirates Airline (2012 – 2017)

• Supported airport ground operations in a high-visibility international environment while representing a globally recognized airline brand.
• Coordinated people, service priorities, and operational needs on the airport floor; communicated across cultures and resolved time-sensitive customer issues with diplomacy.

Medical Device Sales Representative at DUBIMED Aesthetic Medical Supplies (2011 – 2017)

• Managed relationships with physicians, directors, healthcare executives, and key accounts across a competitive international market.
• Developed new business, generated leads, presented solutions, negotiated contracts, supported clients, and maintained territory and inventory records while working toward sales targets.

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative at Medway LLC (2007-02 – 2011-01)

• Built relationships with healthcare providers and key clients through consultative communication, product presentations, demonstrations, and ongoing account support.
• Attended industry conferences, supported pricing strategy, addressed challenging accounts, and negotiated agreements with healthcare providers.

Business & Marketing Manager at Saginaw Alterations - Family Business (2000 – 2008)

• Helped run the family business, supporting day-to-day operations, customer relationships, business development, and local brand growth.
• Planned and coordinated advertising campaigns across television commercials and radio stations, helping strengthen local awareness and community recognition.
• Built relationships with customers, media contacts, and community partners while representing the business publicly and supporting promotional opportunities.

Specialized training in Orthopedic Reconstruction, Sports Medicine, and Biologics – Medical Sales College