Hussein Zaarour, MBA, M.S. Ece, Pmp
About Hussein Zaarour, MBA, M.S. Ece, Pmp
Hussein Zaarour is the Vice President of Business Development for Connected Vehicles at HAAS Alert, where he has been working since 2024. With over 15 years of experience in the automotive sector, he has held various leadership roles, including positions at Lear Corporation and Xevo Inc.
Work at HAAS Alert
Hussein Zaarour serves as the Vice President of Business Development - Connected Vehicles at HAAS Alert, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for shaping the company's North American footprint within automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). His focus includes driving business development strategies that align with the evolving landscape of connected vehicle technologies.
Previous Experience at Lear Corporation
Prior to joining HAAS Alert, Hussein Zaarour worked at Lear Corporation for two years as the Director of Product Development, Strategic Initiatives. He also held the position of Director of Business Development, Strategy and Product Management at Lear for one year. His roles involved overseeing product development and strategic initiatives within the automotive sector.
Background in Automotive Industry
Hussein Zaarour has over 15 years of experience in the automotive industry, working with both large corporations and start-ups. His career includes significant roles at Xevo Inc., where he served as a Senior Solutions Architect and later as Director of Automotive Business Development. He has a strong background in innovation strategies, particularly in advanced electronics, telematics, artificial intelligence, and cloud-based machine learning.
Education and Expertise
Hussein Zaarour holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan, completed in 2023, and a Master's Degree in Computer Engineering with a focus on Networks and Communication from the University of Michigan - Rackham Graduate School, achieved in 2014. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Wayne State University in 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in engineering and business development within the automotive sector.
Professional Skills and Interests
Hussein Zaarour is a Project Management Professional (PMP) with a strong skill set in engineering program management and business development. His interests outside of work include riding a Harley, golfing, and camping, reflecting a balance between his professional and personal life.