Shahad Ghafoory is an accomplished Project Manager and Lead Architect at Kling Consult GmbH & Co. International KG since June 2015, with extensive experience in architectural design and project coordination. Previously served as a Program Coordinator for the Artists in Residence program at Art Dubai, focusing on logistics, production, and budgeting from January to April 2015. Also held the position of Part-Time Design Architect at Sharjah Research Academy, contributing to interior design and graphics from September 2014 to January 2015. Early career roles include Graduate Architect at Al Bahar Architecture and Engineering Consultancies and freelance work for L+B Design group. Shahad began foundational training as an intern at John R. Harris & Partners in 2012. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Sharjah and a High School Diploma from Dubai International School.