Omran Al-habbal

Chief Executive Officer

2023 - Current

Rethinking the entrepreneurial ecosystems, to lead innovation in business support and meet the ever-changing expectations and needs of the evolving market. Partnering with the best business support and economic development agencies to effectively and impactfully support the founders who are pushing forward to disrupt their markets and change the world for the better. www.Leading-Lines.com

One Young World, Ambassador and Leading scholar

2023

Honored to be a Leading Scholar for the work I do with entrepreneurs and change-makers across the world, helping them get out of the boxes they found themselves stuck in, break out of their comfort zones, and develop their skills and businesses for sustainable and inclusive growth. As an ambassador, I look forward to building and developing projects and programmes that make our world more equitable and sustainable.

Shareholder, Board Member, Director, NED, and Advisor

2016

I provide strategic guidance and support to multiple companies, serving as a shareholder, NED, and trusted advisor. My work focuses on driving growth, fostering innovation, and ensuring sustainable success in today's dynamic business landscape. Some of the companies: BEC (Birmingham Enterprise Community CIC) , 3D Viewer Online, Evolved Snacks, Ethco Group, and Cuatro Ventures.

Ecosystem Innovation & Stakeholder Management

2024

At Warwick Manufacturing Group: Designed and led ecosystem venture crawls to empower Warwick MSc in Innovation & Entrepreneurship students with practical insights, real-world exposure, and a valuable network of connections. The project built a journey into the entrepreneurial ecosystem with behind-the-scenes tours of Birmingham’s top innovation hubs of makerspaces, accelerators, incubators, exclusive sessions with accomplished entrepreneurs and founders, and a focus on experiential learning, it creates the opportunity for the students to immerse themselves in the vibrant startup landscape to provide a better understanding of how to navigate and leverage the resources available to them in the ecosystem.

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

2018 - 2023

BEC is an award-winning and one of the fastest-growing entrepreneurial communities in the UK. We support entrepreneurs and businesses from around the globe through a range of programmes that support these entrepreneurs from startup launches through to high-growth scale-ups as seen on The Sunday Times. Also, BEC is a delivery partner for a range of public and private entities helping them deliver impact to their target audiences such as DBT, Innovate UK, WMIA, WMCA, Universities, British Business Bank, High Commissions and more. With experience in different types of funds such as ERDF, ESF, AEB, public and private.

Director of FORWARD Accelerator Programme

2019 - 2023

Executive MBA Mentor

2022 - 2023

Providing executives with impartial, external support to help them develop their businesses, careers and maximise their time on the MBA. Giving advice and guidance and provide industry insights at senior managerial level, also provide them with opportunities to expand their professional network within the local and international market.

Executive Coach (Ongoing for selected clients*)

2018 - 2023

(*Only if you are committed to take action and change! We will set 3-stages framework and after 3-4 months we evaluate progress to make a decisions if there is synergy to keep working together or not.) As an executive coach, I help business owners unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. I've worked with a diverse range of clients across multiple industries from businesses making snacks and businesses launching rockets to space, and from startups to scaleups. I empower my clients to enhance their leadership skills, drive performance, and build high-performing teams. You also can expect to gain valuable insights and guidance on how to optimize your operations, streamline processes, and increase efficiency. My approach is collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs and objectives. By partnering with me, you can expect to gain a trusted advisor who provides valuable insights and provide guidance on everything from strategic planning to team management and leadership development. My coaching can help you increase your self-awareness, identify blind spots, and overcome obstacles that may be holding you and your business back. Ultimately, my goal is to help business owners achieve greater success, both professionally and personally. Whether you're looking to improve your operations, drive growth, or enhance your leadership capabilities, I can help you get there. Let's connect and discuss how executive coaching can benefit your business.

Business Mentor

2023 - 2023

Founded in 2011 by a group of Syrian expatriates passionate about helping Syrian youth realize their potential through programs in the fields of education, career development and global community engagement. Jusoor (meaning ‘bridges’ in Arabic) is an international non-governmental organization with the mission of “Investing in Syria’s Youth for a Better Tomorrow”. A leading global actor in educational and entrepreneurial programs for Syrian children and youth, Jusoor is known for its innovative approach to development challenges, high-velocity execution, and the strength of its global strategic partnerships. Jusoor believes that Syrian youth should have access to profoundly better opportunities. Our Mission is to build bridges between the boundless potential of young Syrians and access to opportunities for quality education, entrepreneurship and global community engagement by developing and investing in human capital. Jusoor is a non-political organization with strictly no ties to any political entity. Support Jusoor's Mission: http://www.jusoor.ngo/donate

Dubarah, UK Team Leader & Representative

2018 - 2023

Dubarah is a Canadian not for profit, aims to support Syrians worldwide, through practical and creative solutions to make their lives better. Dubarah operates in 15 countries with over than 180K volunteers working to support refugees at any necessity and level. As many Syrians were forced to leave Syria and take the decision of asylum and immigration in countries they have never visited, it was a must to have a network which addresses their needs and provide them with help & support in those countries to be able to continue their lives. in 2014 Dubarah founder rewarded as Ashoka fellow.

Business Mentor

2022 - 2022