Ismahan AlsaadCareer Mentor
Special Interests: Leadership, Career Transitions, Burnout
ismahan@insightstherapy.org

I bring over two decades of diverse experience – having navigated the corporate world, shifted industries, transitioned from employee to business owner, and co-founded a tech startup. , Because of this, I hold an affinity for the challenges professionals face on all sides of the professional spectrum.

I connect strategy with real-world results. My background is rooted in financial analytics, change management, and operational transformation efficiencies. I hold a genuine empathy for the professional journey from various vantage points, offering you with a bespoke blend of insight and practical application. 

Our mentorship moves beyond numbers to the development of your soft skills: cultivating dynamic leadership, fostering groundbreaking innovation, intentional team building, and effective conflict resolution. My tailored mentorship hones in on critical events and moments in your career: whether you find yourself at a crossroads, are yearning for sustainable work-life integration, feeling inspired to take on venture capital fundraising, or even on the verge of professional burnout – I support you towards the success you desire.

I believe in collaboration. I do not just give you advice. I help you unlock the potential within you.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Leadership Roles:
    • Director | Abdulrahman Ali AL Saad Power Projects W.L.L. | Bahrain
    • Board Member | EazyPay B.S.C | Bahrain
    • Advisor & Co-Founder | Playbook Applications W.L.L. | Bahrain
  • Education:
    • Masters of Business Administration (MBA) with Distinction | Depaul University | Chicago IL, USA
    • Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics and Finance | Bentley University | Waltham, MA, USA
  • Professional Development:
    • Managing Uncertainty | Toriglobal Consultants
    • Managing Success | Star&Smart Consultants
    • Talent Development | FitchTraining, through BNPParibas

Testimonials

“As a junior professional, I had the privilege of being mentored by someone who guided me not only in my career but also in developing my emotional resilience. She consistently expressed her belief in my potential, which helped me build confidence in myself. Today, as an HR Supervisor, I often look back at the feedback and lessons she shared with me and strive to pass that same encouragement and inspire others.”

 

“I feel really lucky to have Ismahan Alsaad as my mentor and advisor. She’s been a constant source of guidance and support, and I can honestly say I wouldn’t have been able to navigate some of the toughest decisions without her by my side.”

 

“What I appreciate most is how she balances honesty with encouragement — she tells me the truth, even when it’s hard to hear, but always in a way that pushes me forward and makes me feel capable. She has this way of opening up possibilities I hadn’t even considered, and giving me the confidence to go after them.”