Campaign’s Media Faces to Watch 2025 – Joe Najem, Investment & Trading Manager, Magna Global
Campaign’s Media Faces to Watch 2025 – Joe Najem, Investment & Trading Manager, Magna Global
Age: 30
Nominated by Santadip Roy, Regional Managing Director:
Joe’s commitment and passion for media is simply outstanding. Not only does he excel in his day to day role, he craves to learn more and push the boundaries in terms of delivering great work. No task is impossible ; and he does all this with a huge smile in his face, no matter how much pressure we are on.
His attitude fused with his capability makes him an invaluable talent in our team.
Career highlights
I am a dedicated media professional with over five years of experience in the industry. I started my career as a media planner in 2019, then explored sales for a year before transitioning to media trading. For the past 3.5 years, I have been an integral part of the Magna Global MENA trading team, managing strategic negotiations and media investments for top clients such as Dubai Holding Group, Gargash, CBD, Yasmina, and more. Recently promoted to Trading Manager, I continue to drive impactful deals, drive media value, and leverage my expertise to deliver successful outcomes in the ever-evolving media landscape.
Guiding principles
I believe in strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and fostering strong partnerships to maximize media value. Integrity, adaptability, and continuous learning drive my approach, ensuring impactful negotiations and successful outcomes. My focus is on delivering measurable results, optimizing investments, and staying ahead in the dynamic world of media and advertising.
Side hustle
Outside of my media career, I have a strong interest in cryptocurrency and digital investments. I stay updated on market trends, exploring opportunities in trading and blockchain technology. My passion for emerging financial markets drives me to continuously learn, analyze, and make informed investment decisions in the evolving digital economy.
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