David Jakic
Business Strategy and Development Director
David Jakic is a multi-disciplinary entrepreneur and strategist with a proven track record of architecting growth strategies and scaling enterprises from startup to multinational operations.
As Business Strategy and Development Director at G2 Middle East, David leads strategic planning, new business development, and organizational growth initiatives. His expertise spans market analysis, financial modeling, partnership structuring, and M&A due diligence—bringing a venture-backed mindset to traditional strategic communications.
David's career includes founding and scaling multiple ventures across technology, media, and advisory sectors. He has raised capital, negotiated acquisitions, and built businesses that delivered measurable ROI in competitive markets. His approach is grounded in data-driven decision-making, financial discipline, and a deep understanding of how businesses create and capture value.
At G2 Middle East, David applies this entrepreneurial rigor to client engagements—identifying untapped opportunities, structuring scalable growth strategies, and ensuring that every recommendation is backed by financial logic and market reality. He thrives in ambiguity, turning complex challenges into actionable roadmaps that drive long-term competitive advantage.
"Growth isn't about doing more—it's about doing what matters, with precision, at the right time. Strategy is the art of knowing the difference."
Core Expertise
Notable Projects
Founded & Exited Technology Startup
Built and scaled SaaS platform from concept to acquisition, raising seed capital, achieving product-market fit, and delivering 10x return to early investors.
Regional Market Entry for European Consultancy
Designed and executed MENA market entry strategy for international advisory firm, including partner identification, legal structuring, and first-year revenue targeting—exceeded projections by 40%.
M&A Advisory for Family Office Portfolio
Led due diligence and strategic assessment for family office evaluating three potential acquisitions in media and events sectors, providing financial modeling and risk analysis that informed final investment decisions.
Growth Strategy for Multinational Agency
Developed three-year growth roadmap for regional agency, identifying new service lines, partnership opportunities, and operational efficiencies that increased EBITDA by 25%.
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