BE AnalyticsBegad EleishData Driven Strategist
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Begad Eleish

Data Driven Strategist

Turning data into decisions.

10+
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18
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About

Strategize smarter.

Grow faster.

Be data‑driven.

I help organisations and professionals think with data and work with AI: frame the right question, measure what matters, model the financial impact, and turn evidence into a plan people actually follow.

  • Microsoft Certified Trainer
  • Certified Fraud Examiner
  • Adjunct Professor, ESLSCA

An independent consultant and trainer running programs in data driven strategy, Power BI, AI and financial modeling, and teaching at ESLSCA University. See how I work

Three disciplines, one way of working.

Data driven planningPower BIInherent and residual scoringKPI designSQLControl design reviewScenario analysisTableauRisk registersExecutive reportingSAS Visual AnalyticsKRI and tolerance monitoringData storytellingSAP BusinessObjectsFraud monitoringProject managementExcelFraud investigationDigital transformationFinancial modelingPolicy and procedureTraining deliveryAnomaly detection and MLCredit analysisArabic and EnglishFinanceStress testing

Experience

  1. Ongoing

    Independent Data Strategy Consultant and Trainer

    Self-employed

    Data strategy, KPI design, Power BI, AI and financial modeling programs for organisations and individuals.

    • KPI design and dashboards that leadership uses to decide
    • Corporate Power BI programs, including teams in Saudi Arabia
    • Workshops and one to one upskilling on data driven decisions, AI and financial modeling
  2. Current

    Instructor and Program Director

    EPEA

    Designing and leading analytics programs.

    • Design analytics program curricula and learning paths
    • Lead delivery and quality across program sessions
    • Teach Excel, Power BI and data analysis with hands-on cases
  3. Apr 2025 - Present

    Adjunct Professor of Analytics

    ESLSCA University and Executive Education

    Lead instructor for Data Analysis Using Excel and Power BI, from raw data to dashboards.

    • Teach cleaning and modelling data, then building interactive dashboards
    • Guide participants through final case presentations on real business problems
    • Recognise the top performers in each cohort
  4. Oct 2026 - Present

    Financial Modeling and Valuation Instructor

    Beacon FinTrain · Part-time

    Teaching financial modeling and valuation to finance professionals.

  5. Aug 2026 - Present

    AI and Advanced Analytics Instructor

    Skills Bank · Freelance

    Teaching AI and advanced analytics to professionals and teams.

  6. Current

    Corporate Analytics Trainer

    HPA

    Analytics and Power BI for corporate teams.

    • Hands-on Power BI and analytics sessions for business teams
    • Training built around each team's reporting needs
  7. Current

    Data Analytics Instructor

    E-Youth

    Data analytics for young professionals.

    • Practical data analytics courses for graduates and early career professionals
    • Excel and Power BI projects that build job ready skills
  8. Jun 2024 - Jul 2025

    Financial Modeling Instructor

    CFO Factory

    Delivered FMVA® exam preparation courses for finance professionals, from modeling to DCF valuation.

    • Taught core FMVA topics: financial statement analysis, Excel modeling, DCF valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario and sensitivity analysis
    • Designed and delivered structured prep sessions focused on both conceptual understanding and practical application
    • Guided learners through complex modeling workflows and valuation techniques with hands-on examples and real-world case studies
    • Supported participants from FP&A, investment analysis and corporate finance through their certification journey
    • Provided continuous guidance, exam tips and learning strategies to build confidence and performance
  9. Nov 2023 - Present

    Mentor

    Uplyrn

    Mentoring learners in data, finance and career growth.

    • One to one guidance on analytics skills and career direction
  10. Apr 2023 - Present

    Author

    Quora (Arabic)

    Explaining financial analysis and data analysis in Arabic.

    • Simple Arabic answers on financial analysis, data analysis and risk
Credentials

18Professional
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Education

20242026 Master's degree MBA, Finance and Banking Risk Management Paris ESLSCA Business School
20142018 Bachelor's degree BSc, Business Information Systems Helwan University (now Capital University) Very Good with Honors

Recognition

  1. Guinness World Records titleHelped set a GWR™ title with MicrosoftMost users to take an online multi-level artificial intelligence lesson in 24 hours, AI Skills Fest8 Apr 2025
  2. Star Award, Extra MileCIB
    2021
  3. Star Award, Consider it DoneCIB
    2020
  4. Top PerformanceVodafone Egypt, Enterprise Customer Care
    2016
From past sessionsSee all rounds

Teaching teams to think with data and work with AI

Strategy and analytics programs for universities, academies and corporate teams. Microsoft Certified Trainer since December 2025.

EPEAInstructor and Program Director
Now
ESLSCA UniversityAdjunct Professor of Analytics
Since 2025
HPACorporate Analytics Trainer
Now
E-YouthData Analytics Instructor
Now
eLearning

Also teaching online

Self-paced courses on deciding with data.

Work and talks

Programs, workshops and talks I have delivered

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Testimonials

What my participants say

What participants said after my courses and programs, in their own words on LinkedIn.

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Services

How I can help your team

Consulting, training and talks for organisations, and focused upskilling for individuals who want to decide with data and use AI with confidence. Every engagement starts with a short conversation about your goals.

Consulting

Data Strategy Consultation

Independent advice for leaders who need clarity on what to measure, which dashboards matter and how to turn data into decisions people act on.

  • KPI and measurement framework review
  • Dashboard and MI reporting assessment
  • A prioritised action plan for your team

Grounded in years of risk, fraud monitoring and governance reporting in banking

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Training

Training Programs

Hands-on Power BI, data analytics and AI programs for teams, and personal upskilling for individuals, built around real data and business problems.

  • Onsite, online or blended formats
  • Real cases from your own data
  • Programs for analysts, managers and executives

Delivered for ESLSCA University, EPEA, E-Youth and corporate teams in Egypt and Saudi Arabia

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Advisory

AI Readiness

A clear view of where AI can save your team time, where human judgment must stay in control, and what to learn first.

  • Use-case review across your workflows
  • Skills gap and training roadmap
  • Practical guardrails for responsible use

Microsoft Certified Trainer with Google Advanced Data Analytics certification

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How every engagement runs

How I turn data into strategy

Seven steps I use with every client, from a growth plan to a control review. Hover or tap a step to see it at work.

Questions

Before you ask

Quick answers on format, language, data and fees.

Who are your programs for?

Teams in organisations, from analysts to managers and executives, and individuals who want to upskill for their next role. Each program is shaped around the audience and the decisions they make.

Do you deliver online or on site?

Both. Programs run on site, online or blended, in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and remotely for teams elsewhere.

Which language do you teach in?

Arabic or English, or a mix of both. Materials can be prepared in either language.

Can we use our own data?

Yes, and it is the best way to learn. Exercises are built on real cases from your own data, handled under your confidentiality rules. Anonymised or sample data works too.

How long is a program?

It depends on the goal and the audience, from a single workshop to a multi session program. We agree the length in the first call, once the outcome is clear.

How are fees set?

Fees are quoted per engagement after a short discovery call, based on scope, format, duration and group size.

How do we start?

Book a call, request a call back or message me on WhatsApp. We agree the goal first, then I send a short proposal.

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Tell me about your goals

Whether it is for your team or your own career, share a few details and I will get back to you with the right program and the next step.

Risk managementData analyticsAI for businessData storytellingPower BIKPIsFinancial modeling

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Got data, need direction?Let's talk.

Whether you lead a team or want to grow your own skills, tell me where you stand today and where you want to be. Here is how we start.

  1. Reach outA message or a booked call, whichever is easier
  2. Discovery chatWe map your goals, skills and data
  3. A clear first stepA practical proposal you can act on
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