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MICHAEL PADILLA PAGAN PAYANO
MISSION
My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen.
Throughout my journey, I've been fortunate to collaborate with a diverse array of individuals and cultures, including my own family, whose collective contributions have propelled progress in my field. Along the way, I've embraced the role of mentor and supervisor, guiding talented colleagues while navigating dynamic projects and cultivating business growth.
My personal success comes from knowing I have been a part of something great each time I work with new clients and colleagues – I haven’t led on initiatives and coordinated innovative projects, I’ve just helped make them happen. My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen. Across frontier territories, broadening my perspective and fueling my passion for exploration, I’ve helped make change happen.
VALUES
Success, Driven by Values
At Al Thuraya Holdings, we uphold an unwavering commitment to ethics, ensuring that every facet of our operations adheres to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Our team comprises top-tier professionals whose recruitment and retention are integral to our success.
Beyond my role as CEO, I am privileged to share insights and expertise. Together, we at Al Thuraya Holdings and across my companies strive to embody integrity, excellence, and forward-thinking, driving success for our clients and our community.
If you’d like to know more, reach out and I’ll be happy to share more.
My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen.
Throughout my journey, I've been fortunate to collaborate with a diverse array of individuals and cultures, including my own family, whose collective contributions have propelled progress in my field. Along the way, I've embraced the role of mentor and supervisor, guiding talented colleagues while navigating dynamic projects and cultivating business growth.
My personal success comes from knowing I have been a part of something great each time I work with new clients and colleagues – I haven’t led on initiatives and coordinated innovative projects, I’ve just helped make them happen. My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen. Across frontier territories, broadening my perspective and fueling my passion for exploration, I’ve helped make change happen
MISSION
Success, Driven by Values
At Al Thuraya Holdings, we uphold an unwavering commitment to ethics, ensuring that every facet of our operations adheres to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Our team comprises top-tier professionals whose recruitment and retention are integral to our success.
Beyond my role as CEO, I am privileged to share insights and expertise. Together, we at Al Thuraya Holdings and across my companies strive to embody integrity, excellence, and forward-thinking, driving success for our clients and our community.
If you’d like to know more, reach out and I’ll be happy to share more.
Success, Driven by Values:
Myself and my companies have seen achievements where I’ve been true to my values. I firmly believe that the diverse needs and challenges faced by businesses and communities alike can be solved by first listening, then understanding. Only then can we forge genuine connections and drive meaningful change.
“My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen.”
Throughout my journey, I've been fortunate to collaborate with a diverse array of individuals and cultures, including my own family, whose collective contributions have propelled progress in my field. Along the way, I've embraced the role of mentor and supervisor, guiding talented colleagues while navigating dynamic projects and cultivating business growth. My personal success comes from knowing I have been a part of something great each time I work with new clients and colleagues – I haven’t led on initiatives and coordinated innovative projects, I’ve just helped make them happen. My speciality comes from surrounding myself with the people that have the know-how, and I know how to make it happen. Across frontier territories, broadening my perspective and fueling my passion for exploration, I’ve helped make change happen.
At Al Thuraya Holdings, we uphold an unwavering commitment to ethics, ensuring that every facet of our operations adheres to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Our team comprises top-tier professionals whose recruitment and retention are integral to our success.
Beyond my role as CEO, I am privileged to share insights and expertise. Together, we at Al Thuraya Holdings and across my companies strive to embody integrity, excellence, and forward-thinking, driving success for our clients and our community
MISSION
Michael Padilla-Pagan Payano
MY STORY
I’m passionate about problem solving. And, the best solutions myself and my companies have developed are in thanks to working collaboratively and closely with diverse companies and communities. In facilitating cross-organisational learning and supporting leadership, my companies have driven innovation alongside measurable impact. Long term, I’m sure I’ll see this impact translate into the real world, because where industries succeed, they bring opportunity to others.
The proud founder & CEO of Al Thuraya Holdings, I lead a Group of Companies that leverages our extensive program and risk management expertise to support clients worldwide in conducting business securely and efficiently. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our established role as a trusted partner, tackling our clients’ most complex projects with integrity and precision.
With over 28 years of service in the U.S. Army and a background in technology, my educational journey has been focused on acquiring expertise in telecommunications, information systems technology management, and computer science. I hold a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Information Systems from George Washington University, an MBA from the George Washington University School of Business, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Athens, Greece.
Across all of my companies, my clients know their success is ensured in an ever-evolving global marketplace. Bring me to the table to understand why.
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