Karim El-Khazen

Hi, I'm Karim
Sales Leader


With 20+ years of international experience, I have a proven track record of driving revenue growth, exceeding sales targets, and building high-performing teams across competitive markets. My expertise lies in formulating innovative sales strategies, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering exceptional results through a data-driven and collaborative approach. Having lived in the Middle East, Europe, and the US, I bring a global perspective to my leadership style.

About Me

Born in France in 1976 during the Lebanese civil war, I spent my early years in Lebanon, where I completed high school at Collège Louise Wegmann. I then pursued my French Baccalaureate before moving to France to study at Lycée Privé Sainte-Geneviève. My academic journey led me to specialize in Networks and Telecommunications at ENSEA in Paris, followed by a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech in the US. Later, I further expanded my expertise by completing the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA program between Germany and the US.

My professional journey has been equally global, shaping my leadership style through diverse cultural and professional experiences. I started at Ericsson in Stockholm (Sweden) while still a student, then joined Motorola in Paris where I led European research initiatives. I then moved to Vienna (Austria) to join T-Mobile International before transitioning to Deutsche Telekom’s headquarters in Bonn (Germany). I initially focused on project development and product innovation across multiple markets, ensuring the successful launch of new products and services, then, as Vice President of Business Development & Innovation, I was responsible for developing and marketing enabling services for content and OTT players globally.

Since 2016, I have been part of  Apple, based in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) with my family, where I’ve had the privilege of witnessing and contributing to the country’s remarkable transformation. My leadership is deeply rooted in the diverse perspectives I’ve gained from living and working across Europe, the US, and the Middle East. This global exposure has shaped my approach — one that embraces innovation, cultural adaptability, and a deep understanding of the evolving technology landscape. Today, I lead Apple’s Telco business in the Kingdom, leveraging my international experience to drive meaningful partnerships and business growth.

Under the Spotlight

Awards
Karim El-Khazen - Award
Lead-to-Win: Taking Responsibility and Acting Boldly

Issued by Tim Höttges, Deutsche Telekom CEO · January 2016

Karim El-Khazen - Award
Global Carrier Award | Best Technology Innovation

Issued by Capacity Europe · November 2014

Karim El-Khazen - Award
T-Mobile International CTO Award

Issued by Joachim Horn, T-Mobile International CTO · November 2008

Interviews

Advanced Television
Bonn · 2015

Mobile World Congress
Barcelona · 2015

Mobile World Congress
Barcelona · 2014

Streaming Forum
London · 2013

Lebanon in Focus

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LebGuide.com
LebGuide.com

This touristic guide to Lebanon, created in 2003, offers a comprehensive overview of Lebanon. It includes general information, a detailed history, a presentation of the country’s main tourist attractions, a photo album, an introduction to Lebanese cuisine, a directory and much more.

Leb.Recipes
100 Lebanese Recipes

Launched in 2010, this suite of iOS apps in English, French and German brings the delicious taste and richness of the Lebanese cuisine to your home. Enjoy the finest Lebanese recipes and experience the flavor of the Middle-East...

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