Profile
A renowned Jordanian Appreneur with over 25 years of experience in mobile games and value-added services. He pioneered the mobile gaming landscape in the Middle East by founding Maysalward in 2003. With degrees in international business, mobile communications, and agricultural engineering, KHRAIS's diverse education has been pivotal to his success. His doctoral thesis delves into the importance of culturalization in Middle Eastern mobile games.
Recognized for his industry contributions, he received the Medal of Excellence from King Abdullah II in 2017, the Centenary Medal in 2022, and the esteemed Mobile Legend award in 2023. KHRAIS remains a driving force in mobile gaming, known for his innovation and dedication to excellence. In 2024, named MENA Market legend at Dubai MENA Games Industry Awards.
Experience
Founder and CEO
- Strategic Vision & Leadership: Set strategic direction aligned with mission/values; promote innovation, excellence, and growth.
- Business Development: Identify new business opportunities; ensure regional and global growth and expansion.
- Stakeholder Relations: Foster relationships with investors, partners, and clients; represent at industry events.
- Product Oversight: Oversee game development, launch, and scaling; ensure cultural relevance.
- Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and planning; make informed investment decisions.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor diverse teams; foster collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
- Operational Excellence: Streamline operations across all departments from development to customer support.
- Community & Responsibility: Partner with organizations like Jordan Gaming Lab and support local initiatives.
International Sales Manager
- Specialized in the Middle East, North African, and Turkish markets.
- Spearheaded sales initiatives for MENA, successfully negotiating three international contracts valued at ~Euro 1M.
- Led negotiations with Mobile Telecom key players, including GSM operators and Service Providers.
- Managed and secured a prominent project with Al Jazeera Mobile in collaboration with Al Majaz-Qatar.
IT Business Development Manager
- Represented the enterprise chaired by H.E. Sheikh Abdul Aziz Abdul Rahman Hamad Al Thani.
- Spearheaded the IT Division, guaranteeing an optimal technical framework.
- Forged a strategic partnership with Nokia Sales Office to develop and implement a CRM and Ticketing System.
Content Business Development Manager
- Orchestrated marketing plans for Content, Products, and Services (VAS and Data optimization).
- Led strategic planning and rollout of new products; coordinated RFPs and vendor selection.
- Oversaw end-to-end product implementation, testing, and SWOT analyses against market competitors.
Content Business Development Manager
- Spearheaded design of portals and vortals, significantly boosting website traffic.
- Formulated e-payment solution to the Algerian government leveraging Oracle e-products.
- Designed e-malls/e-shops and finalized partnership agreements for content collaboration.
Business Development Director
- Engaged potential content partners, including GSM operators and portals.
- Formulated strategic plans, business contracts, and pricing models.
- Crafted short and long-term corporate content business development strategies.
Education
Doctoral Degree
Impact of Culturalization and Internationalization on Publishing and Marketing Mobile Games. With Business Model For The Middle East and North Africa.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master in International Business, Global Marketing and Internationalization.
Diploma
Diploma in Mobile Telecommunication.
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Agriculture Engineering-Plant Protection.
Awards & Honors
- MENA Market Legend Dubai (2024)
- Mobile Games Legend Award London (2023)
- Medal of Excellence Honored by King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein with the third-degree Medal of Excellence (2017).
- Jordan Centennial Medal Recognized for outstanding industry contributions (2022).
Courses & Certs
- Certified Scrum Master Scrum Alliance • 2011
- Entrepreneurship Training Workshop Empretec Jordan • 2010
- Leading From the Center Duke Corporate Education • 2010
Memberships
- Board Member King Abdullah Fund for Development (KAFD) Nov 2018 - Nov 2020 • Amman, Jordan Appointed by Royal Decree to the board of trustees.
- Elected Member & President Student Council Faculty of Agriculture 1998 - 1999 • Amman, Jordan