Maya Akl

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About Maya Akl

I am a seasoned professional with 15+ years of design management and operations management experience in various sector. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for client relationship management, as well as for strategic design creation, I have a verifiable history of contributing directly to company growth and expansion throughout my career. As such, I have consistently exceeded budgetary and performance goals and I am adept at achieving maximum operational output with minimal resource expenditure. Professional focal points include interior design, design architecture, budget management, team leadership, quality assurance, and strategic planning. Delivering superior administration on the latter areas of expertise requires utilization of effective communication skills, negotiation skills, as well as business acumen, systems analysis, project management and resource management to support efficiency and maximum returns. Currently, I am the Design Project Manager with Terra Solis Dubai by Tomorrowland. In this role, I am the lead interior designer and overall design project manager for execution of design projects in the resort for the lobby entrance, 20 Lodges, 6 Vip cabins, 48 tents, Shisha lounge, the Pool area and all customized FFE and fit outs. I produce mood boards, ideate perspectives and produce 3D renders, create furniture layouts, and design architectural lighting plans. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, vendors, and team members to ensure the company’s project support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures. Colleagues describe me as a progressive, driven, down-to-earth, creative and design expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver results on time and under budget. I am interested in contacting former colleagues and managers, as well as other professionals in my field. Feel free to contact me through this profile if you wish to connect. I am pursuing new opportunities and can be reached through this profile, or by phone at:+(971)561914005