Kareem Ahmad
I am a data expert and technologist focused on collecting and analyzing information using advanced programmatic tools, with an emphasis on database security and the use of open-source intelligence (OSINT) in digital investigations. I assist research teams by preparing reports, organizing sources, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
My experience spans database management, digital infrastructure analysis, and social network mapping. I believe in the power of open knowledge and data-driven insights to foster political and social change in the region, and view my work as part of a broader movement toward a more conscious and transparent Arab Spring.
Inspired by a deep passion for knowledge, I draw from diverse fields like music, history, and philosophy, bringing a multidimensional lens to my research and analysis.
Who Are We ?
Karam Shaar Advisory is a New Zealand-based limited-liability consulting company. We focus on Syria’s economy and politics, covering topics ranging from macroeconomics, monetary economics, energy, aid, conflict economics, actor mapping, and sanctions. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of international organizations, governments, NGOs, and the private sector.
Led by Dr. Karam Shaar, who has over a decade of experience in the field, the stellar team has in-depth and unparalleled knowledge of the Syrian context, with skills ranging from economic and political research to data analysis, field assessment, KYC, OSINT, programming, and AI-driven analytics.
We know how to influence policy and produce quality research recognized and published by world-leading think tanks and media outlets. With a team spanning various control areas within Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, New Zealand, the United States, France, and Germany, we never lose the connection to the ground and know first-hand the needs of those trying to empower Syrians abroad.