Hajar abu-Zayed

About Hajar abu-Zayed

A top-performing, results-oriented, and disciplined individual with experience leading and directing cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams in various roles across departments, industry, and organizations. Significant and strong Program Management experience within regulated environments collaborating with varying hierarchical teams including Executive Leadership. Proven ability to manage multimillion-dollar projects and program budgets as well as the ability to provide leadership and influence in delivering and implementing new processes and systems in rapidly changing environments. Self-starter and quick learner who can thrive and adapt in both small, fast-paced start-up environments as well as medium-to-large corporations. Well-developed organization, effective and strong communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Possesses a positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to highly perform in both business and technical roles as well as customer-centric positions. Track-record of several successfully implemented projects and programs that reduced operating costs, improved quality, and provided value-added service to the customer base as well as within the organization.

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   Avalign Technologies

   May 2025 — Present

   IT PMOSpecial Projects

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials

  2006 — 2011

Skills

• Commercialization
• Professional Services
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Project Portfolio Management
• Product Management
• Strategy
• Innovation Management
• Program Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Product Development
• Management Consulting
• Consulting
• Leadership
• Business Process Improvement
• Competitive Analysis