He has overseen multiple business lines within the organization, managing marketing, branding, financials, technology development and business development.
MCKINNEY, TX, November 08, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ahmad El-Katib has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. El-Katib, a distinguished professional in the field of information technology and business management, currently serves as the chief product officer at First Rate Inc. Since assuming this role in 2024, he has overseen multiple business lines within the organization, managing marketing, branding, financials, technology development and business development. Additionally, he is responsible for ensuring that international team members execute the product vision for the company.
Prior to moving into his current position, Dr. El-Katib was the managing director of performance and integration at First Rate Inc. from 2023 to 2024. Before this, he served as an executive management consultant at Cognizant from 2022 to 2023.
His extensive experience also includes a significant tenure with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma from 2016 to 2022, where he held various roles such as executive director and vice president of IT services, executive director of ePMO, director of operational excellence, development fund manager and senior management consultant. Here, he led half of the IT organization for the Choctaw Nation and is very proud of being the youngest executive director for the organization. Earlier in his career, he worked as a management consultant in market research and GIS at Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers from 2014 to 2016.
Dr. El-Katib's academic achievements have significantly contributed to his professional success, earning a Doctorate in Business Administration with a focus on corporate strategy from California Southern University in 2023. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, obtained in 2016, and a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing from the same institution, completed in 2012. He has been inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society and the Blue Key Honors Society.
In addition to his degrees, Dr. El-Katib has acquired numerous certifications that have bolstered his expertise. These include a change management certification from Prosci, export and trade counseling certification from the U.S. Small Business Administration, economic development finance professional designation from Grow America, ITIL V4 certification from AXELOS Global Best Practice and several Lean Six Sigma certifications.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. El-Katib is actively involved in various civic organizations. He served as a thought leader for Imagine Durant and was a board member of the Durant Community Diversity Forum. He also participated in Toys For Tots' toy distribution efforts, volunteered with the Durant Chamber of Commerce and served on the board of Durant Young Professionals.
Reflecting on his career, Dr. El-Katib attributes his success to the unwavering support of his family and friends, especially during his initial years in the United States after immigrating from Jordan in 2007. His passion for the business world and desire to impact lives within the community has also driven him to excel in his career. He is committed to driving value in tech organizations by leveraging his deep expertise in both technology and business. Additionally, he remains dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the communities he serves.
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