Ihab Tekfa

Strategic Managing Director & Business Leader with 28+ years of progressive leadership in interior architecture, high-end fit-out, and design-build projects across the UAE & MENA. Expert in P&L oversight, multi-million-dirham contract negotiations, and full lifecycle project management. Proven track record of scaling operations, building high-performance teams, and business growth through operational efficiency, strategic partnerships, and service innovation. Adept at navigating complex challenges, ensuring timely delivery of luxury residential, commercial, hospitality, and corporate projects.

Managing Director – TEKSTUDIO Interiors | Dubai, UAE | Nov 2020 – Present

• Lead all operations for boutique interior design & build services, leveraging a 28-year industry network of clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Direct end-to-end delivery of residential and commercial fit-out projects, from concept through handover.

• Oversee cost negotiations and supplier relations to maximize profit margins.

Sales Manager – QAF Closets (Al Sheraifi Group) | Dubai, UAE | Jul 2023 – Present

• Manage daily operations, sales performance, and CRM strategies for a leading storage solutions provider.

• Coach and motivate sales teams to exceed performance metrics, leading to consistent revenue growth.

• Strengthened partnerships and market positioning through strategic networking.

Executive Director – PATHWAY Property Management (AFZA) | UAE | Oct 2017 – Sep 2020

• Directed company operations with P&L responsibility over AED 7M annually.

• Scaled workforce from 120 to 340+ staff and senior leaders within 2 years.

• Achieved 300% revenue growth through cost control, service diversification, and new government contracts.

• Reduced operating costs by 20% through strategic consolidation and resource allocation.

Operations Manager – BLUE DOME Technical Services | Dubai, UAE | Mar 2013 – Aug 2017

• Oversaw multi-sector interiors projects, managing budgets up to AED 2.4M per contract.

• Increased labor force by 70% while opening an in-house woodwork facility, boosting project profit margins by 15%.

• Negotiated high-value supplier and subcontractor agreements to reduce external dependency.

Dubai Branch Manager – CREATIVE CLOSETS | Dubai, UAE | Dec 2005 – Nov 2012

• Directed sales and operations across multiple showroom locations.

• Oversaw design team performance, media campaigns, and product display strategies.

Previous Roles – Egypt | Egypt | 1994 – 2005

• Project Manager – C.U.T. Interior Design & Models

• Project Manager – Perfect Fairs International

• Site Engineer – PETROJET Petroleum Projects & Technical Consultation

• Architect & Interior Designer – Al-Oboor Development & Real Estate

Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) – Alexandria University, Faculty of Fine Arts (1988–1994)