Omar Kishk
About Omar Kishk
Omar Kishk is a Brand Manager at Riot Games, with extensive experience in marketing and communications across various industries in the MENA region. He has held several key positions in reputable companies and has won numerous awards in the communication industry.
Work at Riot Games
Omar Kishk currently serves as a Brand Manager at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for developing and executing brand strategies within the MENA region. His experience in the gaming industry allows him to leverage his extensive marketing background to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Communications
Omar Kishk has held various roles in marketing and communications across multiple organizations. He worked as an Account Director at Geometry MENA from 2020 to 2021 and as a Marketing Communications Manager at TBWA a ad from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Corporate Communications Officer at Qatar First Investment Bank from 2011 to 2012 and as an Account Director at Saatchi & Saatchi Dubai from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Omar Kishk holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and International Business from Middlesex University, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. He also earned a Master's degree in Strategic Marketing from the University of Wollongong Dubai between 2013 and 2016. His education is complemented by extensive experience in behavioral observation and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
Achievements in the Communication Industry
Omar Kishk has received recognition for his work in the communication industry, winning over four dozen awards, including prestigious accolades such as Cannes Lions, Design & Art Direction Awards, Dubai Lynx awards, and Effies. His contributions span various sectors, including telecom, FMCG, automotive, QSRs, and finance.
Background and Regional Experience
Omar Kishk has a diverse background with regional experience across three countries, including the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. His early career included a role as a Consumer Relations Assistant at British American Tobacco in Cairo, Egypt, in 2009. He has also been involved in organizing Startup Weekend events in Dubai in 2014.