Hassan Hassani

About

Corporate Communications executive with 30 years of experience shaping enterprise reputation, executive positioning, media relations, stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, internal communications, and corporate affairs across complex organizations. Advised C-suite leaders and boards, managed communications across 3+ international markets, supported 50+ strategic stakeholder engagements, and strengthened messaging across employees, investors, regulators, media, and public audiences. Experienced in AI-enabled communications, reputation risk, digital communications, thought leadership, issues management, change communications, communications analytics, and executive visibility. Current communications priorities increasingly emphasize AI, measurable business impact, reputation risk, stakeholder trust, and data-led decision-making.

Experience

• Vice President Corporate Communications
  AlBaraka Banking Group · Kingdom of Bahrain
  Aug 2007 – May 2018

  Shaped enterprise communications strategy across corporate, executive, employee, media, and stakeholder channels, increasing message reach by 35%. Orchestrated executive communications for C-suite leaders and board stakeholders, producing 50+ high-impact briefings annually. Implemented structured onboarding and professional development programs, improving workforce readiness by 25%. Managed budgeting and financial analysis, improving service satisfaction by 20%.

• Manager Government & International Relations
  Gulf Air Co. · Kingdom of Bahrain
  Jan 2002 – Jun 2007

  Expanded international market presence across South Africa, Nepal, and Indonesia, supporting entry into 3 new markets. Mentored cross-functional teams on government protocols, increasing policy-response accuracy by 30%. Contributed to 52 Air Services Agreements (ASAs) and improved employee participation through the Constructive Staff Suggestion Scheme. Analyzed regulatory and geopolitical developments across 10+ markets to inform senior-level decisions.

• Senior Analyst Product Development
  Gulf Air Co. · Kingdom of Bahrain
  Aug 1988 – Jan 2001

  Assessed customer requirements and market trends across 15+ product categories, contributing to a 22% increase in adoption. Evaluated performance and pricing for 30+ offerings, increasing product profitability by 18%. Coordinated 10+ cross-functional product initiatives with 95% on-time completion. Validated product concepts through financial modeling and feasibility analysis, supporting 8 successful launches.

Education

• Executive MBA
  University of Bahrain
  Business Administration · Sep 1999 – May 2005
• Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management
  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
  Aviation Management · Aug 1984 – Jul 1988

Skills

• Communication
• Time Management
• Budget Management
• Business Planning
• Business Networking
• Negotiation techniques