Ghena Abu Obeid

Business Development Specialist at Cognigy

Ghena Abu Obeid has a diverse work experience with roles in business development, sales, marketing, and communications. Ghena is currently working as a Business Development Specialist at Cognigy since July 2022. Prior to this, they worked at meetyoo conferencing GmbH from February 2021 to November 2021, where they held the positions of Business Development - Global Expansion MENA and Sales Business Development - UK, Netherlands, and Nordics.

Their previous experience includes working as a Business Development Executive at the Jordan Tourism Board from December 2016 to March 2018. Ghena also worked at AB Apartment Barcelona from April 2016 to November 2016, where they were involved in marketing and communications for an online booking portal.

Ghena gained experience in marketing and PR as a freelancer at The Royal Film Commission - Jordan from September 2015 to March 2016. Ghena also worked as a Marketing Executive at Bustami And Saheb Trading Co. Nissan-Jordan from April 2015 to September 2015.

Their earlier roles include Sales & Marketing at FTBL House from January 2014 to February 2015, Sales Executive (Embassies and Corporate Account Manager) at Millennium Hotel Amman from January 2013 to August 2013, and an internship as an Account Executive at Clickology - Social Media and Advertising Agency from June 2011 to September 2011.

Ghena started their career with an internship as a PR and Guest Relations Officer at Princess Royale Hotel and Conference Center in June 2010. Overall, they have gained valuable experience in business development, sales, marketing, and communication roles across various industries.

Ghena Abu Obeid holds a Master's degree in International Economics, Business, and Cultural Diplomacy from Hochschule Furtwangen. In 2016, they obtained an Executive Diploma in PR and Marketing Management for Tourism from the International School of Hospitality, Tourism, and Languages in Barcelona, Spain. Ghena also holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Science and Technology, although no specific field of study is mentioned. Prior to their higher education, Ghena completed their high school education at the National Orthodox School in Jordan. In terms of additional certifications, they have completed courses in Business Development: Strategic Planning, Managing a Customer Contact Center, and Cognigy.AI Foundation Course, obtained from LinkedIn and Cognigy. Ghena also participated in the Forum for Young Professionals organized by ICCA in 2017.

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  • Business Development Specialist

    July, 2022 - present