Eyad Anabtawi
Eyad Anabtawi
Strategic Development | Monitoring & Evaluation | Economic Empowerment Expert
With over 25 years of experience in strategic development, business innovation, economic empowerment, and monitoring & evaluation (M&E), Eyad Anabtawi is a leading expert in designing and implementing high-impact programs that drive private sector growth, entrepreneurship, and institutional development. His expertise spans business innovation, market research, governance, project evaluation, and capacity building, positioning him as a key driver of sustainable economic transformation.
Eyad has worked extensively with international development agencies, private sector firms, and government institutions, leading initiatives that strengthen economic resilience, enhance institutional capacity, and foster youth empowerment. He has played a pivotal role in improving market competitiveness, trade facilitation, and entrepreneurship development through senior roles in USAID, EU, FCDO, and UNDP-funded programs. His advisory work has guided businesses in strategic growth, proposal development, and financial sustainability, helping them expand into new markets, attract investment, and scale operations.
Career Highlights
Business Innovation & Economic Development – Designed and led private sector and SME development programs, developing business models, feasibility studies, and job creation strategies to enhance economic resilience and competitiveness. His expertise has helped businesses refine investment strategies and strengthen market positioning for long-term growth.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) and Impact Measurement – Designed and implemented M&E frameworks for complex, multi-million-dollar international development programs. Led mid-term and end-of-project evaluations for economic development, education, and entrepreneurship initiatives, ensuring projects deliver measurable impact and drive continuous improvement.
Entrepreneurship & Youth Empowerment – Created youth innovation and skills development programs to foster self-employment and business creation. Provided technical assistance, mentoring, and business support to startups and young entrepreneurs, helping them overcome financial barriers and establish market-driven enterprises.
Institutional Development & Good Governance – Worked with NGOs, government agencies, and private sector firms to develop policies, procedures, and governance frameworks that enhance organizational effectiveness, transparency, and compliance—specialized in corporate governance, anti-bribery measures, and regulatory frameworks to strengthen institutional accountability.
Proposal Development, Fundraising, and Strategic Planning – Led fundraising and donor engagement efforts, securing funding for business and development initiatives. Developed winning grant proposals and investment plans for private and NGO-led projects, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic alignment with funding opportunities.
Proposal Development, Fundraising, and Strategic Planning – Led fundraising and donor engagement efforts, securing funding for business and development initiatives. Developed winning grant proposals and investment plans for private and NGO-led projects, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic alignment with funding opportunities.
At Innovate360, Eyad applies his expertise in business development, economic research, MEL frameworks, proposal development, and strategic planning to support organizations in maximizing impact and fostering economic growth. His ability to blend data-driven decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and market-led strategies makes him a key asset in driving sustainable development and social impact.
Areas of Expertise
- Economic Development & Market Research
- Strategic Planning & Institutional Capacity Building
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) for Impact Assessment
- Business Development & Entrepreneurship Support
- Proposal Development & Fundraising Strategies
- Governance, Compliance & Organizational Development
Eyad is committed to helping organizations and businesses unlock new growth opportunities, enhance efficiency, and drive measurable impact. His strategic foresight and leadership in economic development continue to shape transformative initiatives across industries.