Samer Kanou
About Samer Kanou
Samer Kanou is a Finance Manager with extensive experience in financial roles across various companies, including LafargeHolcim and Re:Coded. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Business Administration from Damascus University and has studied Organization Behavior at Edinburgh University.
Current Role at Re:Coded
Samer Kanou serves as the Finance Manager at Re:Coded since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring effective financial management within the organization. His experience in finance and management contributes to the strategic planning and financial health of Re:Coded.
Previous Experience at LafargeHolcim
Samer Kanou held multiple positions at LafargeHolcim, including Finance Manager/Business Controller from 2016 to 2018, Credit Control Manager from 2014 to 2016, and Plant Controller from 2010 to 2013. His tenure at LafargeHolcim spanned across Iraq and Syria, where he managed financial operations and contributed to the company's financial strategies.
Key Account Management Experience
Samer Kanou has a background in key account management, having worked as a Key Account Manager at P&G International JOUD Company from 2007 to 2008 and at HENKEL SAS International from 2008 to 2010. In these roles, he focused on managing client relationships and driving sales growth.
Educational Background
Samer Kanou studied at Damascus University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Business Administration from 1996 to 2005. He furthered his education at Edinburgh University, studying Organization Behavior and achieving a score of 60 from 2008 to 2009.
Early Career at Aramex
Samer Kanou began his career as a Customer Account Executive at Aramex Courier International, where he worked from 1999 to 2002 in Damascus, Syria. This early experience laid the foundation for his future roles in finance and account management.