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MARIIA IOVYK
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR & STRATEGIC MATCHMAKER |
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST

Location: Dubai, UAE | Riyadh, KSA Mobile (UAE): [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») Mobile (KSA): [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація»)
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01. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Dynamic, high-performing Business Development Advisor, Commercial Real Estate Specialist, and Strategic
Matchmaker with 11+ years of progressive leadership across the GCC (Dubai, Saudi Arabia) and Europe.
Recognized for an exceptional ability to identify emerging market opportunities, connect cross-border
stakeholders, and bridge strategic partnerships across diverse industries. Specialized in commercial real estate
advisory, end-to-end corporate setup, visa and licensing consultancy, international market entry, and large-scale
event execution.

02. CORE COMPETENCIES

STRATEGIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE & ADVISORY
Opportunity Identification, Corporate Matchmaking, Go- Asset Sourcing, Sales & Leasing (Offices, Retail, Plots),
to-Market Strategy, Strategic Partnerships. Landlord & Investor Relations.

CORPORATE ADVISORY & LICENSING PROJECT & OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Trade Licensing, Golden Visas, Work/Dependent Visas, Corporate Operations, Multi-City Event Execution,
Government Approvals, Corporate Setup. Operational Structuring, Cross-Functional Leadership.

03. CAREER EXPERIENCE

Owner & Business Development Director | Meliora Project Dubai, UAE | Feb 2024 – Present

Management Services
• Direct a licensed Dubai management consultancy providing end-to-end business setup, commercial project
management, marketing, and PR advisory.
• Provide comprehensive corporate immigration and licensing consulting, advising clients on Golden Visas, work
visas, dependent residency, trade license structuring, and government approvals.
• Act as a central strategic matchmaker, identifying commercial expansion opportunities, generating high-yield
leads, and connecting global investors with vetted regional partners.
• Lead end-to-end project management for corporate launches, brand expansions, operational fit-outs, and
rebranding projects across the UAE.
• Formulate custom go-to-market execution plans, commercial negotiation frameworks, and growth strategies for
international businesses entering the GCC.

Co-Founder / Partner | Core Asset Real Estate Dubai, UAE | Aug 2025 – Present

• Co-founded and manage a commercial real estate brokerage in Dubai, establishing high-margin revenue
pipelines across office spaces, retail units, and full-building transactions.
• Direct end-to-end deal sourcing, high-stakes negotiations, transaction execution, and key client relationship
management.
• Cultivate and expand a global network of institutional investors, private property developers, commercial
landlords, and corporate tenants.

Real Estate & Market Entry Advisor | GCC Advisory Services Saudi Arabia | Sept 2025 – Present

• Advise international enterprises entering the Saudi Arabian market, providing market intelligence, regulatory
setup guidance, and operational structuring.
• Direct commercial real estate acquisition, sales, and leasing strategies for prime land plots, retail
developments, and corporate office spaces across key Saudi cities.
• Connect foreign corporate entities with strategic local partners and government-backed developments.

Sales Manager | AGG Real Estate Dubai, UAE | Sept 2024 – Sept 2025

• Managed an international commercial real estate sales division, leading team strategy and consistently
surpassing performance targets for office and retail investments.
• Structured and negotiated complex commercial deals directly with ultra-high-net-worth investors, institutional
landlords, and corporate clients.

Business Development & Sales Manager | AIM Real Estate Dubai, UAE | May 2023 – Sept 2024

• Spearheaded business acquisition campaigns targeting global investors to expand the agency’s international
commercial property portfolio.
• Oversaw daily sales team operations, client portfolios, commercial lease agreements, and developer
relationships.

Business Development, Operations & PA | ASCIRA Global Dubai, UAE | Oct 2020 – May 2023

• Led account management and strategic client communications across German-speaking (DACH) European
markets.
• Organized and executed major corporate events, conferences, and brand launches across multiple European
destinations.
• Provided high-level operational support to executive leadership, managing complex scheduling, cross-
departmental coordination, and C-suite reporting.
• Delivered real-time English-German business translation during high-level executive meetings and partnership
negotiations.

Senior Airport Services Agent | Emirates Airline Dubai, UAE | Sept 2015 – Sept 2020

• Managed front-line passenger check-in, premium lounge operations, and departure gates in a fast-paced
global hub.
• Directed operations in the Denied Boarding Area, resolving critical flight overbooking situations and passenger
escalations under strict time constraints.

04. EARLIER EXPERIENCE

Personal Assistant to Owner – Hotel & Restaurant Complex (Kiev, Ukraine)
Dec 2014 – Jun
Managed administrative & operational workflows, executive scheduling, financial reporting, and vendor
2015
contracts.

Project Coordinator (DACH Region) – 4Service (Kiev, Ukraine) Aug 2014 – Dec
Coordinated mystery shopper market research projects across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. 2014

Translator & Exhibition Specialist – Nexus GmbH (Kiev, Ukraine)
Jun 2013 – Jun
Provided live consecutive translation (English/German) at international trade exhibitions and corporate
2014
forums.

German Translator & Project Coordinator – IT Outsourcing Company (Kiev, Ukraine) Jun 2013 – May
Translated software documentation and localized technical materials for international clients. 2014

German Language Educator – Self-Employed (Kiev, Ukraine) Jan 2011 – Dec
Designed and delivered tailored language instruction programs for private and corporate clients. 2013

Assistant to Director – Carl Personal Management (Munich, Germany)
Jun 2012 – Sept
Supported executive management in daily operations, client correspondence, and recruitment
2012
documentation.

05. EDUCATION 06. LANGUAGES

Master’s Degree in German Linguistics Ukrainian (Native) Russian (Fluent)
NTUU KPI, Kiev, Ukraine English (Fluent) German (Advanced)