Paul Venn
About Paul Venn
Paul Venn serves as the Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships & Communications at CARMA in Dubai, where he has worked since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in the MENA region, he specializes in strategic communications, crisis management, and project oversight.
Work at CARMA
Paul Venn has held multiple roles at CARMA since joining the organization. He has served as Managing Director, Strategic Partnerships & Communications since 2019, and previously held the position of Managing Director International from 2017. His tenure at CARMA began with the role of Commercial Director from 2015 to 2017. Throughout his time at CARMA, Venn has focused on strategic communications and partnerships, contributing to the company's growth and presence in the MENA region.
Education and Expertise
Paul Venn studied at Royal Grammar School, Newcastle, from 1981 to 1988. He later attended Middlesex University, where he studied Hotel Management and achieved a Higher National Diploma (HND) from 1988 to 1991. Venn possesses extensive programme management experience, overseeing projects from conception to implementation. He is skilled in developing strategic communications programmes that deliver measurable results and has experience in managing corporate, event, brand, and government communications.
Background
Paul Venn has over 20 years of experience in the MENA region, focusing on building businesses and executing strategic public relations, sponsorship, and event campaigns. He has worked in various roles across different organizations, including as General Manager at Hill & Knowlton in Abu Dhabi from 2001 to 2008 and as Executive Director Communications at twofour54 Abu Dhabi from 2009 to 2014. His career also includes a position as Account Director at Publicis Graphics from 1997 to 2001.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Paul Venn has demonstrated a strong capability in managing high-pressure situations and handling budget management and deadlines. His experience includes overseeing crisis communications and media training, which are critical components of effective strategic communications. Venn's leadership roles have allowed him to develop impactful communications programmes that meet organizational objectives.