SHARJAH, 31st August, 2023 — H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohamed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of Sharjah Women’s Sports, issued two resolutions designating Hanan Al Mahmoud as Vice Chairperson of Sharjah Women’s Sports (SWS), and Wafa Taymour, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC), from 1st September, 2023.
Bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in sports management, Al Mahmoud's distinguished career speaks volumes. Her journey is marked by a remarkable track record in leadership roles and initiatives that have catalysed the growth of sports and community development.
Al Mahmoud's achievements span strategic positions that highlight her dedication. In 2016, and for four years, she served as a Board Member for the Sharjah Sports Council, heading the Investment Committee, where she contributed to driving strategies that supported sports development in the region.
Her prowess further shone in 2020 when she served as a High Organising Committee Member for The Arab Women’s Sports Tournament after being a member and head of its Marketing and Events Committee for two previous editions.
From 2017 to 2022, Hanan showcased her commitment to nurturing sportsmanship and community engagement as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the Sharjah Sports Family Award that highlighted deserving sports talent across various domains.
She currently serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi’s Award for Sports Excellence. In this position, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the award’s strategy in its first edition and recognising and supporting exceptional achievements, igniting the quest for excellence. She also supervises the Marketing and Sponsorship committee of the award, given her expertise in the area.
She was recently appointed as a Board Member of the UAE National Olympic Committee in August 2023. In this role, her experience in the field will be shaping the development of national sports, underscoring her unwavering commitment to fostering sports advancement.
Her appointment also signifies a significant stride towards gender equality, as she joins the ranks of women contributing to the committee's decisions, further establishing a balanced presence of both genders within the board and the committee’s activities.
Hanan's active engagement as a Member of the Sharjah Women’s Sports Establishment Executive Committee since 2021 exemplifies her commitment to empowerment and paving pathways for success in sports.
Furthermore, Hanan has been a member of the Board of Trustees at Rubu’ Qarn since 2021, spearheading initiatives to empower and elevate the Foundation's affiliated organisations. Her leadership spotlights upgraded curricula, advanced training, and innovative activities that nurture life skills and potential in children and youth.
As the former CEO of Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, Hanan has overseen the project since the start, propelled the centre’s excellence, and set industry benchmarks for over a decade.
Continuing a decade-long successful journey with the Centre, Taymour's career started 16 years back when she commenced as a Business Analyst at Emirates Airline, where she showcased exceptional prowess in project management, client relations, and vendor management. Before joining JRCC, she also significantly contributed to the Dubai World Trade Centre, where she served as a Senior Business Analyst.
She was instrumental in creating budgeting and forecasting documents and analysing revenue and financial statements during her tenure. She also managed multiple projects within the Events and Hospitality department, further bolstering her reputation as a capable and driven professional, applying her market research and forecasting skills.
Impressed by her capabilities, JRCC welcomed Taymour as the Total Quality Manager, where she spearheaded crucial hygiene and safety initiatives, managed the customer service unit, and conducted comprehensive departmental evaluations that positively developed the centre’s operations. Recognising her exceptional performance, Taymour was promoted to Deputy CEO (DCEO). As the DCEO for the past five years, she has consistently displayed outstanding leadership skills, crafting business strategies grounded in market needs and benchmarking practices.
Taymour has been an integral part of the JRCC family for more than seven years, serving in various key roles that have significantly contributed to the organisation's growth and success. As a progressive leader with expertise in overseeing operations, driving business strategy, and transforming distribution networks, her extensive experience in business development and strategic planning is set to propel JRCC to new heights.