About

Dr. Habib Chamoun

An internationally recognized expert on negotiation, conflict management, sales, and business development.

Dr. Chamoun is a executive consultant, with over 25 years of experience in negotiation and business development across diverse sectors globally, bringing a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to your company needs. Expert in training and coaching negotiations internationally, and cross-culturally diverse negotiations.

Educational Background

ELF Aquitaine France: Post-Doctoral Degree in Petroleum Exploration.
University of Texas at Austin: Ph.D. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering and attended Business Courses.
Monterrey Institute of Technology: B.S. in Chemical Engineering and Business Management.
Harvard University: Completed Executive Programs on Negotiation.
Fluor Daniel – California: Marketing Associate Program Participant.

“I’ve taken several courses during my more than 20 years with Halliburton, many of them regarding Sales & Negotiation skills, understanding customer behaviors, etc., but the one I’ve taken recently (3rd one in Mexico) with Dr. Habib Chamoun has proved to have several advantages over others!”
– Roger J. Funes; Sr. Account Leader Halliburton – Mexico North

Renowned Negotiation & Business Development Expert

For over two decades, Dr. Chamoun has been at the forefront of negotiation and business development across diverse industries, including oil and gas, mining, petroleum, petrochemicals, chemicals, and various other sectors. With a rich history of working with prominent companies such as ELF Aquitaine (Total), ICA Fluor Daniel, and Brown and Root, he brings a wealth of experience to the table.

One of his key contributions has been the training of thousands of business professionals worldwide in the art of negotiation and sales. Dr. Chamoun has developed a distinctive approach known as the “Phoenician negotiation and business development approach,” which he imparts globally.

International Consultant

As a seasoned speaker, Dr. Chamoun has presented numerous conferences on negotiations in prestigious venues such as Berlin, Frankfurt, the European Business School in Oestrich-Winkel, and the Diplomatic Academy in Vienna. His expertise has not only been showcased in speaking engagements but also in contributing to research on International Contract Negotiations between Ecuadorians and Germans at the University of Hohenheim.

Academia

Dr. Chamoun has been actively involved in academia, serving as an adjunct business professor and visiting scholar at TAMUK College of Business in Kingsville, Université Catholique de l’Ouest in Angers, France, and the Washington University Sever Institute. In recognition of his outstanding work, he became a member of the Ateneo of Cadiz, Spain, in 2013, and was appointed an honorary member of the Honourable Consular Corps of Guayaquil, Ecuador, in 2014.

His dedication to education and innovation has earned him several prestigious awards. In 2021, the University of St. Thomas recognized him for his exceptional role in transitioning in-person teaching to an online format while effectively engaging students. He was also honored by students at the Cameron School of Business at the University of St. Thomas as the best and most impactful professor. In 2022, Dr. Chamoun received a nomination for the Saint Thomas Aquinas Excellence in Teaching Award from his UST students, highlighting his commitment to education. Most recently, in November 2022, he was awarded the Professor of the Month recognition at Texas A&M Kingsville University for his remarkable academic achievements.

With an impressive track record spanning academia, international business, and cross-cultural negotiations, Dr. Chamoun continues to be a leading figure in the field, making a significant impact on professionals and students around the world.