I turn ideas into action, and action into results.
Hello, I'm Gilbert Kahawaty. I help businesses connect strategy, marketing, technology, and execution. My experience includes AI workflows & content production, creative leadership, and building teams that turn ideas into creative results.
Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work alongside government entities, national initiatives, and international organizations, contributing to projects that create impact at scale and represent countries, industries, and communities on a broader stage.
6
Awards earned
40
Creative teams built & led
35%
Business financial growth
Capabilities
Strategic Planning
Creative Leadership
Ai Creative Workflows
Business Development
Content Production
Production Studios Setup
Creative 360 Marketing
Locations
New York
Japan (←)
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Lebanon
Recent Projects
Expo Osaka 2025
King Salman Intl. Airport
Expo Dubai 2020
The Prime Minister's Office
Dubai Police
The Beginning
I began my career in the United Arab Emirates in 2013, working with renowned advertising agencies and contributing to campaigns for leading brands and government entities. As my work gained recognition and received awards at national government events, new opportunities emerged to contribute at a broader strategic level. This led me to join the Public Diplomacy Office, where I worked on initiatives led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and contributed to the development of marketing and communication strategies supporting national programs under the UAE Prime Minister's Office.
The Vision
One of the greatest influences on my professional journey was the opportunity to work within an environment driven by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. It was a culture built on ambition, innovation, and the belief that no goal is too big to achieve. Under the leadership of His Excellency Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, I learned the importance of thinking beyond immediate challenges and focusing on long-term impact. This experience shaped my approach to leadership, strategy, and execution, and continues to influence the way I build teams, develop ideas, and deliver results today.
The Work
A vision and a journey through the initiatives, programs, and nationwide events that have shaped my professional experience
and contributed to meaningful impact across the Middle East. Innovation, team collaboration, and strategic execution led by our leadership,
these projects helped inspire new ways of thinking, accelerate transformation, and support governments and organizations in building for the future.