With over 15 years of experience across tech startups and multinational businesses, my career is a testament to the power of innovation, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit. As the COO of AWS Group, I leverage my extensive background in marketing strategy, product management, digital transformation, and operational excellence to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation.My journey across E-commerce, SaaS, B2B, and B2C ventures, from founding cutting-edge startups to leading operations at a dynamic conglomerate, has honed my ability to navigate complex challenges, inspire teams, and deliver sustainable solutions. At the heart of my approach is a passion for using technology and data-driven insights to solve real-world problems and create value for businesses, communities, and the environment.I am committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, guiding AWS Group and its diverse business units towards a future where technology and strategic foresight lead to unprecedented success and positive impact.“I want to understand everything,” said Miro. “I want to know everything and put it all together to see what it means.” “Excellent project,” she said. “It will look very good on your résumé.” -- Ender Series
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Managing DirectorAous Digital AgencyLondon, Gb -
Chief Operating OfficerAws Younus Group Oct 2022 - PresentDubai, United Arab EmiratesSince joining the AWS Younus Group, I've been at the forefront of operational strategy and innovation, driving the group's vision across its diverse business units, from a renowned law firm to new ventures in real estate and marketing services. My role involves harmonizing operational practices, spearheading digital transformation initiatives, and cultivating a culture of innovation. My leadership has been pivotal in streamlining processes, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and implementing scalable solutions that support the group's expansive portfolio. Under my guidance blending data-driven decision-making with a keen focus on customer experience, the group has seen marked improvements in efficiency, market responsiveness, and overall business growth in the Middle East's dynamic market landscape. -
FounderIlluminout Jan 2019 - PresentLondon, United KingdomConceived and launched a user-centric SaaS platform that revolutionizes the exit interview process, impacting over 15,000 employees by providing deep insights and actionable strategies to reduce attrition. My collaboration with SAP in the UAE and participation in TechHub’s Accelerate programme, backed by Google for Startups, underscore my ability to leverage technology for meaningful organizational change, boosting retention rates by 20%. -
Product & Strategy PartnerA Box Of Stories May 2020 - Oct 2022London, England, United KingdomElevated a pioneering AI-driven book discovery and subscription enterprise to a remarkable milestone of 400,000+ books sold in just two years. My strategy focused on aggressive market expansion, particularly into the US, and diversifying our inventory, which led to a staggering 500%+ YoY growth. By harnessing customer feedback, I implemented cross-functional changes that significantly reduced churn by 33% and maintained a high NPS above 60, demonstrating my commitment to building sustainable business models that resonate with consumers. -
DirectorLuna X Jan 2018 - Oct 2022London, United KingdomFounded an agile consulting and product development firm, leading a team of 12 engineers to deliver cutting-edge solutions to clients like Deliveroo, Lumos, and Greenpeace. My work with Deliveroo redefined sales engagement across 12 countries through a competitive rewards platform, while my Salesforce implementation for Lumos streamlined fundraising efforts in the UK and US. -
Independent ConsultantLumos Apr 2018 - Nov 2018London, United KingdomIn my consultancy role with Lumos, I spearheaded the development of a GDPR-compliant data framework and integrated a globally unified Salesforce instance. This initiative significantly improved operational coherence across international teams, enabling seamless collaboration. My strategic input in integrating marketing and fundraising services enhanced the organization's outreach capabilities, fostering a data-driven approach to global philanthropy. -
Co-FounderHouzen Jan 2016 - Jan 2018London, United KingdomPioneered a Proptech startup that transformed the London rental market by digitizing the traditional real estate agency model. Our platform facilitated a 3x improvement in deal closure times for institutional BTR investors and achieved over 2000 rental agreements, showcasing our predictive accuracy in yields and valuations through AI and computer vision. -
Head Of Corporate DevelopmentGroupon Mar 2011 - Mar 2016London, United KingdomManaged a team responsible for web and app products, site marketing, and partnerships across Northern Europe. My strategies generated over 10% of the company's traffic and revenue, spearheading Groupon's expansion into 50 new sectors and launching verticals that contributed 30% to the overall revenue within months.Led projects and teams across the entirety of Groupon including setting sales strategy, compliance protocols, operating procedures, product development roadmaps and a multitude of merchandising initiatives. -
Independent ConsultantPromise Consulting Nov 2010 - Feb 2011London, United KingdomDeveloped five-year strategic business plan, involving comprehensive analyses on the current strategy, target customer and competitive landscape, enabling this social enterprise to relocate its primary operations from the UK to Canada.
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Strategy Consultant (Mba Project)Etc.Venues Jun 2010 - Aug 2010London, United KingdomCreated an assessment framework for the current business and its profitability factors in partnership with the Finance Director and Chief Executive. -
Project ManagerExperian Jan 2006 - Aug 2009London, United KingdomAs a B2B marketing consultant with a focus on data science, I provided strategic insights to top-tier clients, including AXA and Lloyds, leading to significant sales achievements. My work in developing risk segmentation models and optimizing resources underscored my expertise in leveraging data for growth. -
Project AdvisorMegazone Aug 2005 - Nov 2005Developed appropriate partnerships, managed training and supported the launch of a successful Laser Tag Arena!
Rayhan Sawar Education Details
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Marketing & Strategy
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Rayhan Sawar attended University Of Oxford - Said Business School, Lse.
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