EPISODE · Dec 24, 2024 · 37 MIN
Ep.19- Leading a Team Like a Father with Elie Hawa
from Inspirational Journeys of the Best Minds · host IMERGEY
“The biggest leadership lesson I've learned is to lead a team as a father. You have to care and you have to trust. Trust is the base of every functional team and you have to understand that your kids can be different with different personality, with different vibes, with different attitudes and one size doesn't fit all. So you have to change and play different leadership styles with different team members.” What does it take to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and transform an entire industry? Find out in this episode with our host, Hala Kassem, as she explores the mind of Elie Hawa, Vice President of Buying, Planning, and Logistics at Majid Al-Futtaim. With a career spanning over 18 years in brand management, strategic planning, and digital transformation, Elie has become a standout force shaping the Middle East's retail landscape. Elie shares his remarkable professional story, starting from humble beginnings and growing into a visionary leader who redefines excellence at every turn. Learn how he overcame early career challenges, mastered the art of strategic leadership, and spearheaded groundbreaking projects that revolutionized retail operations. From key leadership lessons and values that guide his decisions to strategies for navigating complex business challenges, this episode is filled with insights to inspire retail leaders, strategic planners, and managers looking to make their mark. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the brightest minds in the industry. Tune in to uncover the principles that have shaped Elie's remarkable career. What’s "Inspirational Journey Of The Best Minds" About? Through insightful interviews, we explore the personal and professional lives of accomplished senior executives. Listen in as we uncover the unique perspectives and explore the impact these leaders are making to shape the world we live in today. Watch this podcast on YouTube ➤ Episode 18: Abdullah Madkhali, 'The Beacon of Opportunity' ➤ Episode 17: Foo Siew Ting, Author and Global Marketing Executive/SVP, ex HP, Mars, Unilever, Diageo. ➤ Episode 16: Rachel Goh, Zone Head of Global Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing at Nestlé ➤ Episode 15: Genevieve Hilton, Co-Author of Fairhaven - A Novel of Climate Optimism ➤ Episode 14: Rohit Adlakha, Former Chief Digital and Information Officer at Wipro Limited, and currently a Board Member and CXO Advisor ➤ Episode 13: Justin Sargent, Board Advisor at Advantage Group International, Founder & CEO at Justin Sargent Advisory ➤ Episode 12: Cat Rüst, Revenue Growth Leader and Advisory Board Member ➤ Episode 11: Mukta Arya, Chief Human Resources Officer (APAC) at Société Générale ➤ Episode 10: Simon Clarke, Managing Director, Relationship Manager, at Citi Private Bank ➤ Episode 9: Lee-Han Tjioe, General Manager (Hong Kong) at IBM Consulting ➤ Episode 8: Sammy Elazab - Sales Director, Southeast Asia, at Samsung Ads ➤ Episode 7: Vanessa Sorenson - Chief Partner Officer ANZ and Managing Director NZ at Microsoft ➤ Episode 6: Melissa Henson, Chief Marketing Officer, Philippines at AIA. ➤ Episode 5: Sherif Tawfik, Chief Sustainability Officer MENA of Microsoft ➤ Episode 4: Yves Briantais, VP APAC Marketing at Colgate-Palmolive ➤ Episode 3: Imane Eddine - Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia ➤ Episode 2: Amnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard ➤ Episode: Episode 1: June Boo, Head of Asia Business at LinkedIn Follow us on these platforms: ➤ LinkedIn ➤ Instagram ➤ Website
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“The biggest leadership lesson I've learned is to lead a team as a father. You have to care and you have to trust. Trust is the base of every functional team and you have to understand that your kids can be different with different personality, with different vibes, with different attitudes and one size doesn't fit all. So you have to change and play different leadership styles with different team members.” What does it take to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and transform an entire industry? Find out in this episode with our host, Hala Kassem, as she explores the mind of Elie Hawa, Vice President of Buying, Planning, and Logistics at Majid Al-Futtaim. With a career spanning over 18 years in brand management, strategic planning, and digital transformation, Elie has become a standout force shaping the Middle East's retail landscape. Elie shares his remarkable professional story, starting from humble beginnings and growing into a visionary leader who redefines excellence at every turn. Learn how he overcame early career challenges, mastered the art of strategic leadership, and spearheaded groundbreaking projects that revolutionized retail operations. From key leadership lessons and values that guide his decisions to strategies for navigating complex business challenges, this episode is filled with insights to inspire retail leaders, strategic planners, and managers looking to make their mark. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the brightest minds in the industry. Tune in to uncover the principles that have shaped Elie's remarkable career. What’s "Inspirational Journey Of The Best Minds" About? Through insightful interviews, we explore the personal and professional lives of accomplished senior executives. Listen in as we uncover the unique perspectives and explore the impact these leaders are making to shape the world we live in today. Watch this podcast on YouTube ➤ Episode 18: Abdullah Madkhali, 'The Beacon of Opportunity' ➤ Episode 17: Foo Siew Ting, Author and Global Marketing Executive/SVP, ex HP, Mars, Unilever, Diageo. ➤ Episode 16: Rachel Goh, Zone Head of Global Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing at Nestlé ➤ Episode 15: Genevieve Hilton, Co-Author of Fairhaven - A Novel of Climate Optimism ➤ Episode 14: Rohit Adlakha, Former Chief Digital and Information Officer at Wipro Limited, and currently a Board Member and CXO Advisor ➤ Episode 13: Justin Sargent, Board Advisor at Advantage Group International, Founder & CEO at Justin Sargent Advisory ➤ Episode 12: Cat Rüst, Revenue Growth Leader and Advisory Board Member ➤ Episode 11: Mukta Arya, Chief Human Resources Officer (APAC) at Société Générale ➤ Episode 10: Simon Clarke, Managing Director, Relationship Manager, at Citi Private Bank ➤ Episode 9: Lee-Han Tjioe, General Manager (Hong Kong) at IBM Consulting ➤ Episode 8: Sammy Elazab - Sales Director, Southeast Asia, at Samsung Ads ➤ Episode 7: Vanessa Sorenson - Chief Partner Officer ANZ and Managing Director NZ at Microsoft ➤ Episode 6: Melissa Henson, Chief Marketing Officer, Philippines at AIA. ➤ Episode 5: Sherif Tawfik, Chief Sustainability Officer MENA of Microsoft ➤ Episode 4: Yves Briantais, VP APAC Marketing at Colgate-Palmolive ➤ Episode 3: Imane Eddine - Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia ➤ Episode 2: Amnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard ➤ Episode: Episode 1: June Boo, Head of Asia Business at LinkedIn Follow us on these platforms: ➤ LinkedIn ➤ Instagram ➤ Website
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