Alwan has over two decades of international experience leading financial operations across the Middle East and North America. During his 25-year career at Baker Hughes, Alwan held multiple senior finance leadership roles, overseeing financial planning, controllership, and business strategy across key markets including the UAE, U.S., Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Algeria, and Egypt.

Alwan is recognized for his ability to drive revenue growth, operational efficiency, and sustainable financial performance in highly complex environments. His leadership has consistently delivered results in areas such as restructuring, process optimization, and risk mitigation, particularly in high-value, multi-country portfolios.

KEY SKILLS

  • Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Strategic Planning & Implementation
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Revenue Maximization
  • Process Re-engineering & Optimization
  • Organization Restructuring
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Management
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

  • Led financial planning and forecasting operations across multi-country business units in the Middle East and North America.
  • Directed multimillion-dollar financial transformation initiatives, including organizational restructuring and cost optimization programs.
  • Oversaw internal controls, compliance, and reporting aligned with global financial and regulatory standards.
  • Designed and implemented strategic financial roadmaps that supported revenue growth and risk mitigation.
  • Advised executive leadership on capital allocation, performance benchmarking, and corporate governance strategies.