Simon Jacob

Background

About Simon Jacob

I am a results-driven, adaptable, and motivating operations and project management professional with 20+ years in coordinating and delivering sales and marketing strategies to multiple companies across the IT and electrical engineering industry. Additionally, I have spent several years of experience as a consultant and media producer. Working with public media, renowned publishing houses and governmental organisations across Europe, the Middle East and the USA. I successfully founded and ran my own consulting company, Oannes Consulting GmbH, for six years. We were a media, consulting and technology company that provided consulting services to small and large companies in various industries. In addition to my ability to run a successful company, I am well versed in communicating across different languages and cultures and am trilingual in Aramaic (mother tongue), German (mother tongue), and English (fluent). A particular strength is my ability as a crisis manager and diplomat under the most difficult conditions. Especially in war zones, where I have been active as a journalist and consultant, this is essential for survival. My core competencies include: Entrepreneurial Mindset Strategic Thinker Management & Leadership Skills Analytical Skills Communication Skills Media Expert Sociocultural Competences Political Awareness Diplomatic Skills Strong Negotiator Assertive & Influential Empathetic Team Player Excellent Sales Skills Excellent Presentation Skills