Jacqueline El-Sayed

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Chief Executive Officer at Intentional Design Group LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

Dr. Jacqueline El-Sayed is a serial CEO with extensive leadership experience across industry, education, and government. Currently the CEO for Intentional Design Group, she previously led SAE International and the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE). A PhD graduate from the University of Missouri, her career began as a truck engineer at General Motors.

Dr. El-Sayed often relates her work to artistry, viewing self-study as a tool for better teaching and leadership. Her early interests included both applied technology and music, shaping her unique, multi-faceted approach to engineering and education. She is married with three adult children and has served ten years on a local Board of Education.

Unique fact: She was the first woman to be appointed CEO at both SAE International (founded 1905) and ASEE (founded 1893).

Personality Overview

Thorough Evaluator

Quality Focused

Fast But Analytical

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Topics They Care About

Engineering Education
Her career has centered on shaping the future of engineering education, from curriculum development to serving as CEO for the American Society for Engineering Education.
Talent Incubation
She identifies "Talent Incubation Strategist" as a key skill, focusing on creating interactive learning communities that inspire growth and achieve desired outcomes.
Future of Work
As a keynote speaker, she addresses national and international audiences on topics concerning workforce development and the accelerating pace of technological change in industry.

Media Appearances

Jacqueline has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2016
Chief Executive Officer at Intentional Design Group LLC
7-2020
Board of Directors, Women in Engineering ProActive Network at WEPAN - Women in Engineering ProActive Network
12-2024 - 8-2025
Chief Executive Officer at SAE International
10-2022 - 12-2024
Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director at American Society for Engineering Education
10-2019 - 2-2023
Chief Academic Officer & Managing Director at American Society for Engineering Education

Education

7-2022 - 6-2023
Certificate in Strategy from Harvard Business School
1989 - 1997
PhD from University of Missouri College of Engineering

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Insights For Selling To Jacqueline

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment

DONT's

  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jacqueline is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jacqueline

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jacqueline move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Jacqueline take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Jacqueline

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