SAFe – Product Owner/ Product Manager_POPM

Course teachers

Khalid Rabie

Khalid Rabie is a distinguished Business Transformation Consultant and Trainer with over 20
years of experience spanning diverse markets and organizational roles. Holding a post graduate
Certification from Harvard Business School specializing in Leadership and Strategy, Khalid
leverages his multi-cultural background and extensive global experience to drive transformative
change in organizational cultures.
His expertise lies in coaching executives, leaders, and cross functional teams to adopt industry
best practices and innovate operational models, fostering continuous improvement across
industries. Khalid is renowned for developing Digital Innovation and Culture Maturity Model
Engines, which empower organizations to seamlessly transition from Profit to Purpose and
Purpose to Profit, adapting to the dynamic nature of modern business environments. He
Currently holds the Position of Head of Business Consultancy at VIDSCOLA DWC.
Khalid’s global perspective and broad exposure have afforded him the opportunity to collaborate
with a prestigious roster of clients, including PMI, STC, Orange Business, Philips, Heineken,
BASF, NTIS, Banque Misr, ROSHN, Commercial International Bank, VOIS, and Japan Tobacco
International, just to mention a few. His work spans the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle
East, where he engages with Business Executives, IT Operations, Customer Success
Management, HR departments, and Project Management divisions.
In addition to his consultancy work, Khalid is a sought-after Executive Coach and keynote
speaker. He was hosted at the University of Texas, the Global Innovation Summit, the Project
Management Institute, and numerous multinational corporations. He also serves as a lecturer and
L&D consultant at ESLSCA Paris University, specializing in higher education and digital
innovation studies. Furthermore, he is a certified ICF Systems Intelligence Executive Coach, and
has previously served as a Board Member for the Agile Chamber of Education.

Maryam Kandil

With a rich track record of experience supporting and delivering complex IT, web, and mobile projects with multiple technologies; Maryam has been creating and improving processes by supporting the transition of businesses from its existing work practices to infusing a real agile ways of working. Also Introducing Lean and agile techniques to support team’s transformation into the well-suited way for them in different streams. Maryam Has played different roles to support teams, programs execution and enterprises. As an Agile Coach, Release Train engineer (RTE), Senior Scrum Master, Project manager and Delivery Lead, Maryam Has presented the expertise needed to coach, lead Multinational Teams and organizations into successful implementation of Business agility, Effective solutions delivery and Culture transformation. Also Being a SAFe Consultant and ICAgile Instructor, Maryam Delivered several Training programs and courses to Enrich the organizations with Knowledge needed handed by the practice in order to support the transformation journey.

Haitham Zaki

A highly experienced Agile Coach, Consultant, and Trainer with over 20 years of expertise in project management and Agile transformation. My dedication lies in assisting organizations and teams in their journey towards Agile transformation, focusing on cultural change, Agile practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse industries, including IT, Telecom, Software, Construction, and Aviation. This breadth of experience has provided me with a deep understanding of various organizational dynamics and challenges, enabling me to tailor Agile methodologies and practices to meet specific industry needs.
As an Agile Coach, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to my clients. possessing a comprehensive understanding of Agile frameworks, such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe and Lean, and is adept at customizing Agile approaches to suit individual business contexts. my ability to guide organizations through successful Agile transformations has resulted in improved productivity, increased customer satisfaction, and higher team morale.
I believe that an Agile mindset coupled with a focus on learning and adaptation empowers teams to deliver value more effectively. I encourage organizations to embrace transparency, collaboration, and experimentation, creating an environment that promotes innovation and growth.
As a consultant, I provide strategic guidance and practical recommendations to help organizations align their Agile transformation goals with their overall business objectives. collaborating closely with stakeholders at all levels, from executive leadership to development teams, ensuring a shared understanding of Agile principles and the importance of embracing change.
Being a proficient trainer allow me to impart my knowledge and expertise effectively. I conduct workshops, seminars, and training sessions on Agile methodologies, coaching techniques, and Agile tooling. My engaging and interactive approach enables participants to grasp complex concepts, equipping them with the necessary skills to thrive in Agile environments.
My ability to inspire cultural change, implement Agile practices, and promote a culture of continuous improvement has garnered me a reputation as a sought-after Agile Coach