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Karim Salem, MBA, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, GPM-b™

Deputy Director – Client Relations
Head of Managed Learning Solutions

Karim Salem, MBA, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, GPM-b™, is Deputy Director – Client Relations | Head of Managed Learning Solutions at Meirc Training & Consulting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a multidisciplinary background spanning project management, business development, events, sales, and corporate learning, he works closely with organizations across the Middle East to support strategic partnerships, capability development, and growth initiatives. Karim holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Power Engineering from Ain Shams University and an MBA in Entrepreneurship through a joint international program between EU Business School, Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), and London Metropolitan University. He is certified as a PMP®, PMI-ACP®, and GPM-b™ professional and is actively involved in volunteering and professional initiatives, including with the Project Management Institute. Earlier in his career, Karim co-founded a project management consultancy firm, reflecting his entrepreneurial mindset and passion for practical, value-driven solutions. Through his role at Meirc Training & Consulting and volunteering initiatives, he has also contributed to workshops and awareness sessions focused on project management, LinkedIn branding, sales, and business development. In recognition of his leadership and community impact, Karim was selected by the British Council as one of the top Arab youth changemakers through the GlobalChangeMakers® program. He became the first Egyptian to serve as President of a Rotaract® Club in the UAE. He is passionate about professional growth, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and building meaningful connections that create long-term impact.