To whom it may concern:
Throughout my career, I have created and taught international communications skills to 2000+ students, federal stakeholders, and private clients. I have 15+ years of research and communications experience centered around the intersection of global public policy, media, and cultural traditions in Arabic-speaking countries throughout Africa and the Middle East.
I provide private training for corporate leaders, government agencies (CIA, FBI, DoD, and Homeland Security), and federal officials. Utilizing my customized curriculum, I teach real-life communication skills related to the intersection of global economies, religions, current events, and shifting international cultures.
In addition to my professional training understanding, I have been a college instructor for 10+ years. I have provided leadership both administratively and with large groups of students. On an individual level, I act as an advisor in helping students set goals that contribute to the classroom experience and maintain a culture of academic excellence.
I possess a Ph.D. in public policy/homeland security and terrorism, with a dissertation on public discourse related to Islamic terrorism, government surveillance, and immigration in the Middle East/Africa. I also hold two master’s degrees in Arabic language and literature and English as a second language, respectively. Through this education and 15+ years of experience living abroad, I have gained a deep knowledge of Arab history, culture, politics, and economy.
I have deep writing experience in the form of a research-based curriculum. At the university level, I have written extensive material for special topics classes, such as Government and Politics of the Middle East and North Africa. Additionally, I have written 2000+ hours of specialized curriculum for my private training classes.
My technology competencies are vast. As a language trainer, I have mastered the art of digital teaching. During Covid-19, all training sessions were moved online. As a result, I recreated much of my live training curriculum to be accessible via digital format. I am adept in all significant video communications platforms, including Zoom. In the private sector, I helped develop and introduce the Bloomberg Government (Bgov) to the public sector, demonstrating its ability to market intelligence and grow the federal business.
As a college instructor, one of the main pillars of my teaching is the impact of traditional and social media on traditional Arabic cultures. Additionally, I have managed websites, analyzed data sets, and utilized a content management system to track student work.
My language skills include native fluency in Arabic and advanced English proficiency. I have a natural penchant for learning foreign languages, studying cultures, and communicating with individuals from various backgrounds.
I believe I am an excellent fit for this strategic communication position. I look forward to additional communication.

Sincerely,
Lama Hamdan