Northstar Telecom, a licensed telecommunications provider in Bahrain, has announced a strategic partnership with HADE Middle East, a prominent leader in leadership coaching and digital transformation consulting. This collaboration aims to enhance the skills of ICT and telecom professionals in both public and private sectors, facilitating their adaptation to technological advancements and evolving leadership roles, which is essential for Bahrain’s digital transformation efforts.

As Bahrain accelerates its digital transformation agenda, the need for skilled and visionary leadership in the ICT and telecom sectors becomes increasingly critical. Through this partnership, Northstar Telecom and HADE Middle East will offer internationally accredited coaching certification programs and digital transformation consulting specifically tailored for professionals involved in the kingdom’s telecom, IT, and infrastructure modernization.

The partnership will feature two main components: Leadership Coaching Certification and Digital Transformation Consulting. The Leadership Coaching Certification will focus on targeted programs to assist CIOs, network engineers, ICT managers, and emerging professionals in transitioning to strategic leadership roles within government and enterprise settings. Meanwhile, the Digital Transformation Consulting will provide practical guidance to organizations, helping them align technology investments with business objectives, optimize operations, and drive innovation effectively.

Tony Chacko, operations director at Northstar Telecom, highlighted the significance of leadership in digital transformation, stating, “Digital transformation is not just about infrastructure – it’s about leadership.” He emphasized that the partnership is about equipping Bahrain’s telecom and IT professionals with the necessary mindset and skills to lead confidently through change.

Daru Dewayanto, founder of HADE Middle East, underscored the importance of structured leadership development in the ICT sector. He expressed excitement about collaborating with Northstar Telecom to create the next generation of transformation leaders.

Mr. Dewayanto brings extensive expertise to the partnership, recognized as one of Asia’s leading leadership coaches. He is also the first and only 3-board Master Agile Coach credential holder across Asia, the GCC, and Australia. His international credentials include MCC (Master Certified Coach) from the International Coaching Federation (ICF), ICE-AC (Agile Certified Expert) from ICAgile, USA, and MIND Master Practitioner from My Brain, UK.

As a chief program developer and master instructor, Mr. Dewayanto leads structured, outcome-driven programs tailored for professionals in high-impact industries such as telecommunications and ICT. This partnership reinforces Northstar Telecom’s commitment to supporting Bahrain’s national digital agenda by investing in advanced connectivity solutions and the development of the human capital needed for technological change.

For more information regarding the coaching certification programs and consulting services, individuals can contact Northstar Telecom at +973 1756 5171.