Omar Shehadeh

Chief International Participants Officer at Expo 2020 Dubai

Omar Shehadeh has a diverse range of work experience spanning over multiple industries and roles. Omar started their career in 1993 as a Senior Product Manager at National Paper Products Co, where they worked until 1997. Omar then joined Foster Clark's (Unilever) as a Regional Sales & Marketing Manager until 2002. Following that, they worked at UNICEF as a Regional Donor Relation Manager from 2003 to 2007.

In 2007, Omar joined The Executive Office as an External Affairs Advisor, where they worked until 2009. During this time, they also worked at the Directorate of Energy & Climate Change - Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a Senior Executive Advisor, establishing the Directorate and the International Renewable Energy Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.

In 2012, Omar joined Dubai Expo 2020 as a Director of International Engagement. From 2015 to the present, they have taken on various roles at Expo 2020 Dubai, including Senior Vice President of International Affairs & Engagement and Chief International Participants Officer.

In 2023, they will be joining COP28 UAE as the Executive Director of Diplomatic Engagement. Throughout their career, Omar has demonstrated strong leadership skills and extensive experience in international affairs, diplomacy, and project management.

Omar Shehadeh's education history includes attending the Lebanese American University. However, no information regarding the degree obtained or the field of study pursued is provided.

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