Altaf Rashid Email & Phone Number

Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Successfully founded and launched Toyzees, an online startup focused on the educational toys sector with the tag line ‘Sparking creativity’.- Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy, including digital marketing, influencer partnerships, and engaging blog content- Built and maintained strong customer relationships resulting in a higher than market average customer retention rate.- Established and managed relationships with nationwide and international distributors of educational toy brands, also securing a US brand distributorship.Awarded a Startup Acceleration Scholarship by AstrolabsThe Startup Acceleration Scholarship was awarded to 15 new businesses with proven potential to scale as well as a mission to create a positive impact on the world. Under this program, each winning startup received credit for up to four team members to attend one or more of AstroLabs’ training programs. Additionally, each startup received the opportunity to receive mentorship on specific topics. Toyzees was one of the startups to win this award.

Dubai

- Represented the company at BNI, fostering valuable connections and cultivating relationships within the local business community.- Built and managed skilled teams, ensuring timely project completion and high customer satisfaction.- Demonstrated expertise in project management, overseeing multiple concurrent projects, adhering to timelines and budgets.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Managed key client accounts, building strong relationships, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through regular communication and proactive account management.- Prepared and delivered compelling sales presentations, proposals, and contracts to potential clients, effectively communicating the value proposition of the company's services.- Kept abreast of industry regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to relevant standards in all business development activities.- Actively participated in industry events, conferences, and trade shows to enhance brand visibility, network with industry professionals, and generate new business leads.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Conducted comprehensive market research and industry analysis to support client managers, sales teams, and senior management in pursuing new business opportunities.- Contributed to the creation of Olive Group's FY07 Business strategy as a member of a four-man team, providing market analysis insights and recommendations.- Conducted quarterly SWOT analysis of major competitors, analyzing trends and the competitive landscape to inform management decision-making.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Conducted research and analysis of the Middle East Telecoms sector, covering fixed line, mobile, and broadband, and disseminated market information to Marconi staff across multiple countries.- Conceptualized and developed content for internal resources such as the 'Intelligence Web' and the 'MME Analyst,' providing valuable market insights, competition analysis, and product information.- Played an active role in shaping Marconi's business strategy by providing relevant intelligence to senior management, including quarterly market updates and monthly intelligence reports.- Organized workshops on Marconi's GSM/UMTS mobile offerings for internal staff and regional resellers.