Hisham El Gazzar is a sustainable development consultant with extensive expertise in empowering micro, small, and medium-sized manufacturers, and exporters in Egypt, specializing in home decoration, handicrafts, gift items, and home textiles. Over nearly 17 years, he has served as a freelance consultant and trainer for renowned international organizations, including CIDA (Canada), USAID (USA), ITC (International Trade Centre – Switzerland), and ILO (International Labour Organization), focusing on the home decoration and home textiles sectors. For two decades, El Gazzar served as the CEO of YADAWEE, his own export company specializing in Egyptian handicrafts. This tenure has equipped him with profound knowledge and a vast network spanning Egypt and the global landscape. El Gazzar boasts an in-depth understanding of value chain development, market dynamics, distribution channels, export logistics, costing and pricing intricacies, negotiation prowess, and effective trade fair participation.

He is a multifaceted professional, proficient in auditing,
market research, and training, holding a degree in Mass
Communication from Cairo University, Egypt.