Senior Product Manager · MENA & Beyond

Ashraf Al Kassem

For the last 9+ years, I’ve been leading B2B and B2C products in health & wellbeing, ERPs, traveling & booking, Social media, marketplaces, and many more. Translating vague ideas into clear roadmaps, shipped features, and measurable growth.

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About Me

THE MINDSET BEHIND THE PRODUCTS I BUILD

Every product starts as a messy idea. I reshape that chaos into clear strategy, connecting business needs, user behavior, and simple, purposeful execution.

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Products Delivered

A Decade of Turning Ideas Into Practical Products
Experience built across industries where users, constraints, and business goals collide, shaping a product mindset focused on clarity, execution, and real impact.
9+ Years in Product
50+ Products Delivered
Across MENA & Global Teams

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Product Leadership & AI Thinking

Building the Next Generation of AI-Driven Products

My Mission

Create digital products with real purpose, balancing user needs, business goals, and clear execution.Every product should solve a problem, not add complexity.

My Vision

Drive smarter, AI-powered experiences across the region, designing products that feel intuitive, human, and genuinely useful in everyday life.

CORE CAPABILITIES

Building Products with Clarity, Strategy, and Intelligent Execution

Where product thinking meets real-world impact, transforming ideas into structured journeys, intuitive experiences, and data-driven decisions. Each capability combines strategy, user insight, and AI-powered execution to create products that scale with purpose.

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Product
Strategy

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UX &
Journey
Design

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AI &
Automation

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Analytics & Optimization

Process

HOW I WORK

At the intersection of clarity and execution, I turn complex ideas into structured, actionable product plans, aligning vision, user needs, and technical realities into a clear path forward.

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Discovery & Strategy

Where clarity begins and direction takes shape, built on research, alignment, and a shared understanding.

  • Client meetings & requirement alignment
  • Market, user, and competitor research
  • Product vision, goals, and roadmap foundation

Delivery, Launch & Optimization

Where execution stays aligned and quality stays in check, bringing every feature to life with control, clarity, and precision.

  • QA, final checks, and release preparation
  • Managing the development team and resolving blockers
  • Launch execution and performance stability

Post-Launch Analysis & Continuous Improvement

Where insights shape the next version, turning real user behavior into smarter decisions and a sharper roadmap.

  • Analyzing user behavior and product performance
  • Identifying friction points and improvement areas
  • Refining roadmap and planning next iterations

Design & Development

Where ideas turn into structured, buildable experiences, shaped through clear flows, thoughtful design, and disciplined execution.

  • UX flows, wireframes, and system architecture
  • UI design, components, and interaction patterns
  • Full development cycle with sprint coordination

Industry Voices

Trusted By My

Clients

Mentors

Peers

Divya Monga

Divya Monga

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Delivery & Customer Success Lead

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Divya Monga

Delivery & Customer Success Lead

Ashraf brings clarity, composure, and real ownership to every challenge. He delivers under pressure, communicates with precision, and consistently steps up as a leader. A dependable, proactive force in any high-performing environment.

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RAMA ABDULHAK

RAMA ABDULHAK

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Product Owner

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RAMA ABDULHAK

Product Owner

Working with Ashraf feels like having a leader who supports you, guides you, believes in you, and removes fear from the workplace. He creates a safe, open, motivating environment that brings out your best.

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AMR HABBAL

AMR HABBAL

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Co-Founder and COO

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AMR HABBAL

Co-Founder and COO

Ashraf thrives under pressure and brings analytical clarity to every discussion. His energy is contagious and he consistently drives teams toward meaningful results.

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ROXANA SAFADI

ROXANA SAFADI

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Marketing & Social Media Specialist

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ROXANA SAFADI

Marketing & Social Media Specialist

Ashraf is a rare talent, hardworking, passionate, and able to elevate productivity across an entire team. He brings positivity, structure, and a level of commitment that stands out.

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FAQ

Everything You Need to Know Before We Work Together

Ready When You Are

Let’s talk about your idea.

Mail Me

hello@ashrafkassem.com

Call Me

+971 50 595 4631