Ahmed Ragheb
About Ahmed Ragheb
Ahmed Ragheb serves as the SMB Sales Manager for Enterprise Business at du, where he has worked since 2017. He has a robust background in sales management, having previously held various positions at Vodafone, and he manages a team focused on direct acquisition strategies for small and medium businesses.
Work at du
Ahmed Ragheb has been serving as the SMB Sales Manager for Enterprise Business at du since 2017. In this role, he manages a team comprising three supervisors and 35 sales agents. His focus is on implementing direct acquisition strategies specifically tailored for small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the United Arab Emirates. Under his leadership, the team has established a direct acquisition team of over 50 sales agents dedicated to SMBs.
Previous Experience at Vodafone
Prior to his current position, Ahmed Ragheb worked at Vodafone in various roles over a span of ten years. He began as a Sales Executive in the Enterprise Business division from 2007 to 2009. He then progressed to the role of SMB Acquisition Supervisor from 2009 to 2012, followed by a position as Assistant Sales Manager in Consumer Distribution from 2012 to 2014. His last role at Vodafone was as Key Account Manager for Consumer Sales from 2014 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Ahmed Ragheb studied at Lycee El Haram, a French school, and later attended Cairo University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Accounting. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his management roles. He possesses extensive experience in managing cross-functional activities involving finance, legal, customer care, and business marketing departments.
Achievements in Sales Growth
During his tenure at du, Ahmed Ragheb led a team that exceeded the company's three-year growth plan by 23%. He achieved a year-over-year sales growth of over 60%, demonstrating his effectiveness in driving sales performance. His strategic initiatives in direct acquisition have significantly contributed to the growth of the SMB segment within the company.
Language Proficiency
Ahmed Ragheb is proficient in English, French, and Arabic. This multilingual ability enhances his capacity to manage cross-cultural teams and engage with diverse stakeholders effectively. His language skills are an asset in facilitating communication and collaboration within his team and with clients.