Ahmed Issa

About Ahmed Issa

As a corporate strategy and management consultant, I accelerate change across private and public sector organizations. From gathering input to selling a new vision to senior-level executives, I manage high-profile initiatives to transform organizations and sectors. Using analytical tools and skills, I develop data-backed strategies to influence influence decision making.Throughout my career, I have been tapped to lead complex, business and technology initiatives based on my nimble ability to unlock issues and opportunities, shape strategy and profitable business models, and frame complex decisions and insights with a focus on future trends. With dual technical strengths and business acumen, I can bridge the gap and build collaboration between technical and business teams. I conduct high-quality technical analyses while also driving corporate strategy and prioritization. Through my work, I regularly present to C-suite and high-caliber leaders. As a natural communicator with experience in public speaking and working with people of all levels in business and government, I can confidently say that I excel at articulating ideas with precision and persuasiveness.

Experience

1. Director

   Alvarez & Marsal

   Oct 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US

Education

• Lehigh University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Materials Science

  2005 — 2009

• Northwestern University

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Materials Science

  2009 — 2014