Wissam Khalaf

Partner

Wissam is a Partner and Head of MEA at Portas, with 16 years of experience. He focuses on strategy, planning, governance, and implementation. Wissam previously worked at Strategy&. He holds an MBA from INSEAD.

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Wissam is currently leading the MEA business at Portas, focusing on strategy, planning, governance, and implementation. He has delivered multi-year programs with key clients, including the Ministry of Sport, the Olympic Committee, the Football Federation, and the Saudi Pro League. Wissam has also built subject matter expertise in sports events, federations development, mass participation, and talent development.

Before joining Portas, Wissam spent 8 years at Strategy&, working in the telecoms, media, and technology space. He led the set-up and growth of Portas' KSA office and has delivered projects with marquee clients such as AlHilal Football Club and the Saudi Pro League.

Wissam holds an MBA from INSEAD, a Master's degree from Telecom ParisTech, and a Bachelor's of Engineering from the American University of Beirut. He enjoys playing football.