Dr. Maged Elsakka, PhD

Strategy & Organizational Transformation Advisor | Governance & HR Systems Consultant | Executive Coach (PCC) | PhD | GCC Government & Corporate Advisor

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About

Strategy and Organizational Transformation Consultant with 22+ years of experience supporting government entities and leading organizations across the Middle East in achieving sustainable growth, institutional excellence, and high-performance leadership. Founder of Strategy Gate Consulting, specializing in organizational transformation, corporate governance, HR systems, and performance management frameworks that translate strategy into measurable results. Holds a PhD in Strategic Management and multiple international certifications including PMP, SPHRi, GPHR, SHRM-SCP, PCC (ICF), Gallup Strengths Coach, and GRCP. Key impact includes: • Developing HR systems for 23+ organizations • Leading organizational restructuring and transformation initiatives • Designing performance management and KPI frameworks for 12 organizations • Delivering 7000+ hours of consulting, training, and executive coaching Expertise includes Organizational Transformation, Corporate Governance, Institutional Excellence (EFQM), HR Transformation, Performance Management, and Executive Leadership Development.

Experience

  • Founder at Strategy gate
    Apr 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 4 mos

    Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs Arrange business meetings with prospective clients Promote the company’s products/services addressing or predicting clients’ objectives Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines Keep records of sales, revenue, invoices etc. Provide trustworthy feedback and after-sales support Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers Develop entry level staff into valuable salespeople

  • Director of Consulting Division at Madinah Institute for Leadership & Entrepreneurship (MILE) | معهد مدينة المعرفة للقيادة والريادة
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    Led consulting initiatives focused on institutional excellence, strategic planning, and governance systems for public and private sector organizations. Achievements: • Directed consulting projects delivering organizational transformation and institutional excellence frameworks aligned with EFQM standards. • Prepared organizations for national quality and institutional excellence awards. • Managed multidisciplinary consulting teams delivering strategic planning and governance transformation programs. • Developed consulting methodologies improving project delivery efficiency and client outcomes.

  • Reef Skills Training Academy at REEF GROUP | مجموعة ريف
    Nov 2025 - May 2026 · 7 mos

    Led executive training and leadership development initiatives supporting government entities and corporate organizations. Achievements: • Designed and delivered executive education programs covering leadership development, governance, strategic planning, and HR transformation. • Established partnerships with international training and certification providers. • Delivered leadership development programs enhancing managerial capabilities and institutional performance.

  • Director of Operations at Zahran Holding Company
    Dec 2024 - May 2025 · 6 mos

    Oversaw operational strategy and performance management across multiple business units. Achievements: • Led operational transformation initiatives improving organizational efficiency and cross-departmental coordination. • Implemented governance and operational reporting frameworks supporting executive decision-making. • Developed operational processes enhancing performance monitoring and accountability.

  • Senior Consulting Manager at Takamol Solutions
    Sep 2024 - May 2025 · 9 mos

    Delivered consulting services in organizational development, HR systems design, and institutional transformation. Achievements: • Led consulting projects focused on organizational development and HR transformation. • Designed competency frameworks, HR policies, and performance management systems. • Delivered strategic advisory services for government entities and corporate organizations. • Managed consulting teams delivering organizational restructuring and transformation initiatives.