Strategic Product Leader
20+ years architecting transformative digital products that scale across markets. From securing SAMA regulatory approvals in Saudi Arabia to empowering 850K+ Oracle APEX developers globally — I turn bold vision into measurable, lasting impact.
"The best products don't just solve problems — they reshape how people think about what's possible."
I'm a Strategic Product Leader with over two decades of proven excellence driving innovation and delivering transformative product solutions across the most demanding global sectors.
Currently leading product strategy for APEX ReportCraft (ARC) at 700apps — a platform that has become the go-to enterprise reporting solution for 850,000+ Oracle APEX developers worldwide. My career spans high-stakes roles across Egypt and Saudi Arabia, where I've secured critical regulatory approvals, built and scaled cross-functional teams, and consistently delivered measurable business outcomes.
I hold a proven track record across 7 industries including FinTech, EdTech, ERP, healthcare, government, telecom, and enterprise developer tools. My approach combines sharp business acumen with deep user empathy — and I bring both into every product decision.
I define the "why" before the "how" — always
Every strategic move backed by evidence and insight
High-performing teams that own their products
SAMA-licensed. Compliance as competitive advantage
A showcase of transformative products across sectors — each one a story of strategy, execution, and measurable impact
700apps · Aug 2024 — Present
The industry's most powerful reporting solution for Oracle APEX developers. As Senior Product Manager, I own the complete product lifecycle — from strategy and vision to roadmap execution and community growth. ARC empowers developers to generate professional, enterprise-grade reports directly within Oracle APEX, eliminating the gap between data and insight. I've positioned ARC as the #1 reporting tool in the Oracle APEX ecosystem, serving a global community of over 850,000 developers.
Saudi Arabia · Nov 2023 – Jul 2024
Saudi-based regulated investment & savings platform targeting retail investors. As Head of Product, I drove the complete product vision and — most critically — navigated the rigorous Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) regulatory framework to secure full licensing, unlocking market entry in one of the world's most tightly regulated financial sectors. The platform is live on both the App Store & Google Play.
DigiNation · Saudi Arabia 2022–2023
Led enterprise product delivery for three of Saudi Arabia's most strategically critical institutions — the Ministry of Transport, STC (Saudi Telecom), and the Associations Support Fund (ASF). Managed cross-functional product teams delivering mission-critical platforms aligned with Vision 2030.
E-services portal & digital logistics infrastructure supporting Saudi Arabia's national transport strategy and Logisti platform.
mot.gov.sa
Enterprise telecom product alignment for STC's digital transformation initiatives — one of the MENA region's largest telecom operators.
stc.com.sa
Digital services platform (صندوق دعم الجمعيات) enabling NGOs and civil associations to access government funding and administrative support.
services.asf.gov.sa
EGYsystems · Egypt 2019–2022
Spearheaded a complete Agile transformation and product strategy overhaul for Egypt's enterprise ERP product portfolio. Introduced structured innovation processes, OKR frameworks, sprint cadences, and customer-first development practices — achieving landmark, measurable results across quality, speed, and team performance.
A track record of building, scaling, and delivering products that change industries
700apps
Remote / Global | Developer Tools | Oracle APEX Ecosystem
Driving the complete product strategy for APEX ReportCraft (ARC), establishing it as the definitive enterprise reporting solution for Oracle APEX. Responsible for product vision, full roadmap ownership, go-to-market execution, community growth strategy, and competitive positioning in a global developer ecosystem of 850K+ users.
Tamawal FinTech Platform
Saudi Arabia | Financial Technology & Investments
Led all product strategy and vision for Tamawal, a cutting-edge FinTech investment and savings platform in the Saudi market. The crown achievement: successfully navigating Saudi Arabia's most complex regulatory landscape to secure the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) license — the critical gate that unlocked the platform's market entry.
DigiNation
Saudi Arabia | Government & Telecom Sector
Led enterprise product development collaborating directly with the Saudi Ministry of Transport and STC (Saudi Telecom Company). Managed complex, high-stakes product delivery for mission-critical government infrastructure — directly supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 digital transformation goals.
EGYsystems
Egypt | ERP / Enterprise Software
Drove complete Agile transformation and innovation-led product strategy across the ERP product portfolio. Established structured product processes, introduced OKR frameworks, and built a culture of customer-first development — achieving landmark improvements in quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Infocus-MIS
Egypt | Management Information Systems
Owned the full product lifecycle for enterprise MIS solutions. Championed user-centric development practices and introduced customer feedback loops that significantly elevated satisfaction scores and slashed time-to-delivery across the product portfolio.
TECVISION
Egypt | Financial Systems
Managed the financial systems product portfolio, delivering dramatic cost efficiencies through strategic product decisions, vendor management optimization, and process streamlining.
Scientific Computing Center — Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt | Academic Research & Computing
Led technical teams at Egypt's most prestigious academic institution, building the foundational technical expertise and leadership skills that would define a two-decade career in product excellence.
Numbers that tell the story of transformation — here are mine
empowered globally through APEX ReportCraft (ARC) — the product I lead at 700apps. ARC has become the go-to enterprise reporting tool in the Oracle APEX ecosystem worldwide.
Successfully navigated Saudi Arabia's most rigorous regulatory framework to secure full SAMA licensing for Tamawal FinTech platform — unlocking market entry
Delivered through innovation-driven processes, structured Agile frameworks, and relentless quality gates at every product stage
Agile transformation and sprint cadences that enabled teams to deliver more with greater velocity and predictability
User-centric design thinking and deep customer empathy translated directly into measurable NPS and satisfaction improvements
Strategic vendor management and operational efficiency initiatives delivered significant bottom-line savings without sacrificing quality
Streamlined delivery workflows and lean practices cut time-to-market significantly across government and enterprise product lines
Great products are not accidents. They're the result of relentless curiosity, disciplined thinking, and the courage to make hard calls with incomplete information.
I spend 80% of my time deeply understanding the real user problem before writing a single user story. Most failed products were excellent solutions to the wrong problem.
I'm data-driven but not data-dependent. Numbers tell you what happened — your judgment tells you what to do about it. I rigorously cultivate both capabilities.
Perfect is the enemy of shipped. I build fast feedback loops, learn from real users in production, and improve continuously. Speed of learning is the ultimate competitive advantage.
My proudest achievements are the teams I've built and leaders I've developed. A great PM makes everyone around them better — that's the real multiplier.
Having secured SAMA licensing and led products across tightly regulated sectors, I've learned that navigating compliance well isn't a constraint — it's a durable competitive advantage.
A comprehensive toolkit built over two decades of product leadership across markets and sectors
Continuous learning as a career cornerstone — 18+ professional certifications across product, tech, and leadership
All certifications verified on LinkedIn profile
Perspectives from those who have worked alongside me — across markets, sectors, and challenges
"Marwa has an exceptional ability to translate complex business requirements into clear, executable product strategies. Her work on APEX ReportCraft has set a new standard for developer tools in the Oracle ecosystem. Her leadership is inclusive, decisive, and always user-first."
"Working with Marwa through the SAMA licensing process was remarkable. She navigated one of the most complex regulatory frameworks in the region with strategic clarity and precision. Her ability to align cross-functional teams under pressure is rare and truly invaluable."
"Marwa's Agile transformation at EGYsystems was a turning point for our organization. She didn't just introduce new processes — she changed the culture. The team became more autonomous, more confident, and dramatically more productive. The 70% quality improvement speaks for itself."
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