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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
100% SUCCESS RATE ON UPWORK | 6+ YEARS EXPERIENCE | IT BUSINESS ANALYST | CERTIFIED SCRUM PRODUCT OWNER (CSPO) | SCRUM MASTER | 12000+ WORKING HOURS Throughout my career as an IT Business Analyst, Product Owner, Project Manager, and Scrum Master, I have been deeply involved in various industrial projects, gaining valuable experience over the past six years. This journey has been a continuous learning experience, enabling me to regularly enhance my knowledge and stay aligned with the ever-evolving technologies and tools. What sets me apart is my proven ability to adapt quickly, comprehend complex business requirements, conduct in-depth system analysis, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive project success. I excel in developing comprehensive project plans, managing project scope, budget, and timelines, and mitigating risks to ensure seamless project execution. 📝My Skills as a Business Analyst • Business Processes and Outcomes • Project Feasibility Analysis • SWOT Analysis • Feasibility Report Market Research • Competitor Analysis • Requirements Gathering • Requirements Analysis • Requirements Elicitation • Preparing and writing Business Requirements Document (BRD) • Product Requirements Document (PRD) • Functional Requirements Document (FRD) • Software Requirements Specifications Document (SRS) • Writing Use Cases • Technical Reports • User Guides • Business Case Studies • Stakeholder Management • Business Process Modeling • Data Analysis • Use Case Development • User Story Writing • Prototyping • Documentation • Problem-Solving • Domain Knowledge • Change Management • Risk Analysis • Collaboration 💰My Skills as a Product Owner: • Agile User Stories and Storyboarding (Scrum Development) • UX and Design Briefs • User Stories • Digital Adoption Plan • Strategic Innovation • Requirements Elicitation • Requirement Analysis • Manual Quality Assurance • Agile Methodologies 📓My Skills as a Project Manager: • Digital Project Management • Software Project Management • Agile Project Plan • Project Development Plan • Work Breakdown Structure • Gantt Chart • Project Budget Estimation and Calculation • Project Role and Responsibilities • Workflow Optimization • Risk Analysis • Collaboration ⚖My Skills as a Scrum Master: • Sprint Planning • Sprint Daily Standup • Sprint Retrospective • Planning & Prioritization of Sprint Items • Agile Methodologies • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Agile Project Management 💻System Diagrams and Models I have Designed: • Use Case Diagram (UCD) • Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD) • Wireframes and Prototypes • Object Diagram • Database Model Diagram • UML Class Diagram • Sequence Diagrams • Dataflow Diagram (DFD) • Architecture Diagram • User Flow Diagram • Flow Charts • System State Diagram • MVPs 🛠Tools I Have Used: • Jira • ClickUp • Trello • Notion • Zoho • Slack • Microsoft Word • Figma • Confluence • Balsamiq • Axure RP • Draw.io • Lucid Chart • Miro • OneNote • Microsoft Visio Looking forward to collaborating with you. Thank You. 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃 Project Management Services, Systems and Project Management, Project Management Consulting Firms, Project Planning in Software Project Management, Project Management Planners, Software Project Management Plan, Project Management Firm, Project Management as a Service, ClickUp Project Manager and Maintainer, Project Manager for Web App, Project and Task Management, Configuring Jira Application, Technical Documentation, API SDK Documentation, System and Workflow Expert, Product Specialist, Jira Set Up Configuration, Technical Project Manager, Agile Project Management, User Stories, Prototyping
- Business Analysis
- Market Research
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft Excel
- Tableau
- Storytelling
- Wireframing
- Wireframe & Prototyping Software
- UI/UX Prototyping
- User Stories
- Agile Project Management
- Requirement Analysis
- Software Documentation
- Technical Documentation
- Data Modeling
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"I believe Lucie is very driven and responsible in work she takes on. She was willing to adapt herself to new opportunities, which the company provided and grabbed them with both hands. Some would see it as a sacrifice but Lucie saw them as an opportunity." - Danny de Haas of Rentals United "Lucie showed that she was professional, persistent, efficient and extremely diligent. Lucie was an absolute joy to work with and with her creativity and passion for sales I am confident in her ability to become a leading member of any sales team and comes with my heartfelt recommendation." - Brian Castelli of Fastmarkers RISI I'm here to help you increase market share, drive top-line revenue, bring more customers on board, enhance your sales strategies, and strengthen your company’s market presence. I have a proven track record of consistently exceeding stakeholder targets and expectations. I have led high-performing business development teams and managed the full sales cycle for the APAC region, increasing market share by 12% within the first four months. Additionally, I have overseen sales and business development across the Czech and Slovakian markets, leading two teams (17 members), monitoring KPIs, implementing performance-driven strategies, and ensuring consistent revenue growth through strong client relationship management and effective strategic planning. As a top-performing Sales and Business Development Consultant with over 10 years of experience, I bring extensive expertise in lead generation, market expansion, sales strategy, client acquisition, and sales account management for both global enterprises and growing startups. I develop and execute winning strategies that drive new business, boost customer retention, and strengthen competitive advantage. I have successfully contributed to international organizations such as Marriott International, PwC, AVX Corporation, UFly Global, and multiple companies within the tech, IT, and data analytics industries. I am confident in my ability to intuitively understand your objectives, deliver top-notch sales solutions, and execute projects efficiently with a strong focus on measurable results. I consistently aim to exceed expectations, which has helped me establish long-term, trust-based client relationships. Extremely resilient, diligent, and results-driven, I deliver rapid, effective solutions that drive market share growth, elevate top-line revenue, and reinforce brand credibility. I leverage a wide range of tools, techniques, and data-driven insights to deliver the best outcomes and maintain transparent communication throughout each engagement. Why Should You Hire Me? I apply only to projects I am confident I can deliver at the highest level. I take my freelance career seriously and value your time as much as mine. I won’t accept a project until I’m certain we are aligned on goals and expectations. You can be assured of professional, high-quality, and timely execution every time. I look forward to partnering with you and providing reliable, consistent, and strategic solutions to your Sales and Business Development challenges. Let’s discuss how we can successfully collaborate and fully meet your business needs!
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- Market Research
- Sales Management
- Sales Development
- Sales Strategy
- Sales Operations
- Sales & Inventory Entries
- Sales Promotion
- Sales Lead Lists
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
🚀 Trusted Business Development Leader with 14+ Years in Tech, Fintech & SaaS I’m an accomplished Business Developer and Partnership Manager with a 100% success rate on Upwork, bringing over 14 years of international experience driving revenue, partnerships, and growth for leading companies in AI, Blockchain, SaaS, and Fintech. I have successfully built sales pipelines, closed strategic partnerships, and led full-cycle business development for brands like: * Google (Podium) – delivered tailored go-to-market plans and enterprise sales strategy. * Motiv – scaled blockchain-powered SaaS solutions from concept to deployment. * Revolut – supported fintech sales campaigns and partner enablement in new regions. * Pepsi – drove commercial growth initiatives and retail expansion strategy. * PayTabs – managed fintech acquiring partnerships, PSP integrations & revenue growth. With a deep understanding of emerging tech, I help clients bridge the gap between product innovation and commercial execution. I specialize in: ✅ SaaS & Tech Sales: End-to-end pipeline creation, lead generation, B2B deal closure, account growth, and retention. ✅ Fintech Partnerships: Payment gateway integrations, BNPL, wallet solutions, strategic alliance building with banks, PSPs, and regulators. ✅ Blockchain & AI Solutions: Business use case development, client onboarding, and full-cycle GTM planning for cutting-edge technologies. ✅ Revenue & GTM Strategy: From market research to contract negotiation, I develop practical plans that get results — in both mature and emerging markets. I bring clarity, speed, and trusted execution to every engagement — ensuring sustainable growth, healthy partnerships, and measurable ROI. Let’s connect and build your next success story. ✅ Work Experience Here’s how you can present key highlights under “Work History” or “Project Highlights”: * Google (Podium): Designed and executed B2B sales programs for customer experience SaaS, driving multi-region lead pipelines and onboarding enterprise clients. * Motiv: Led business development for blockchain-based SaaS, securing high-value partners, and advising on product-market fit. * Revolut: Supported regional rollout of fintech solutions, including partner acquisition and onboarding for payment services and cross-border expansion. * Pepsi: Managed strategic retail partnerships, increasing market share through tailored activation campaigns and route-to-market strategy. * PayTabs: Oversaw merchant acquiring partnerships, PSP integrations, BNPL opportunities, and revenue growth initiatives in the MENA payments market. ✅ Key Skills Use Upwork’s Skills Tags — e.g.:\ * Business Development * SaaS Sales * Fintech Partnerships * Strategic Planning * Blockchain Consulting * AI Product Strategy * Go-to-Market Strategy * Lead Generation * B2B Sales * Merchant Acquiring
- Business Development
- Sales
- Web3
- Blockchain
- FinTech
- Sales Funnel
- DeFi
- Warm Leads
- Marketing
- Smart Contract
- Sales Leads
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hi! I’m Saad, and I help businesses solve their toughest challenges—whether it's market entry, lead generation, or content development. I deliver results that drive growth, letting you focus on what matters most. I am also an expert on Latin America, having grown up and working there. 🚀 𝗠𝗬 𝗔𝗜𝗠: 𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗦 My aim is to solve your business challenges with a mix of strategy, research, and hands-on execution. From uncovering market opportunities and generating qualified leads to crafting content that engages, I deliver tailored solutions that drive real impact. I focus on what works, so you can focus on growing your business. 🚀 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 📊 M͟a͟r͟k͟e͟t͟ ͟R͟e͟s͟e͟a͟r͟c͟h͟ ͟&͟ ͟C͟o͟m͟p͟e͟t͟i͟t͟i͟v͟e͟ ͟A͟n͟a͟l͟y͟s͟i͟s͟: Gain insights into market trends, competitor landscapes, and the broader economic and political factors that affect your business. My tailored analysis equips you with the information needed to make informed, strategic decisions. 📈 T͟A͟M͟/͟S͟A͟M͟/͟S͟O͟M͟ ͟A͟n͟a͟l͟y͟s͟i͟s͟,͟ ͟C͟o͟u͟n͟t͟r͟y͟ ͟P͟r͟o͟f͟i͟l͟e͟s͟ ͟&͟ ͟S͟t͟a͟k͟e͟h͟o͟l͟d͟e͟r͟ ͟M͟a͟p͟p͟i͟n͟g͟: Identify the right market opportunities with TAM, SAM, and SOM analysis. I also develop detailed Country Profiles that provide a comprehensive view of specific markets, and offer Stakeholder Mapping to ensure you’re engaging with the right people to move your business forward. 📬 L͟e͟a͟d͟ ͟G͟e͟n͟e͟r͟a͟t͟i͟o͟n͟ ͟&͟ ͟P͟r͟o͟s͟p͟e͟c͟t͟ ͟R͟e͟s͟e͟a͟r͟c͟h͟: I focus on finding high-quality leads and building targeted contact lists, ensuring your team has a robust pipeline of qualified prospects ready for outreach. ✉️ E͟m͟a͟i͟l͟ ͟M͟a͟r͟k͟e͟t͟i͟n͟g͟ ͟&͟ ͟C͟o͟l͟d͟ ͟E͟m͟a͟i͟l͟ ͟D͟r͟a͟f͟t͟i͟n͟g͟: From personalized cold emails to full-scale email marketing campaigns, I design strategies that connect with your audience, drive engagement, and increase conversions. 📝 C͟o͟n͟t͟e͟n͟t͟ ͟W͟r͟i͟t͟i͟n͟g͟: With experience across industries, I write compelling content that not only informs but inspires action. From business reports to blog articles, I ensure your message is clear, impactful, and aligned with your brand. 🚀 𝗠𝗬 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛 I prioritize connecting with clients early to gain a thorough understanding of their business and challenges. This helps me craft a customized strategy and plan to address their needs efficiently and effectively. Depending on the project, I use a variety of tools—such as industry reports, databases like Euromonitor for market research, Apollo.io and LinkedIn for lead generation, and Mailchimp for email marketing—to deliver the best results. I’m dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes, even if it means going the extra mile. For instance, I once had to build a prospect list in a specialized field, requiring research in languages like German, French, and Italian. Using tools like Google Translate and ChatGPT, I translated search terms and results, ensuring accuracy and precision despite the language barrier. 🚀 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗬 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 💰 Supported British tech consultancy’s MENA growth by developing institutional-grade sales decks, converting 5+ prospects and driving US$20K pipeline. ✉️ Improved open rates by 30% and click rates by 15% in email campaigns promoting webinars. 📝 Facilitated US$25M+ in UAE-LATAM cross-border trade and investment deals by analyzing sector opportunities, resolving operational/logistical hurdles, and co-developing entry strategies with partners. 📬 Delivered 8,000+ international leads from North America to Middle East for Upwork clients. 🚀 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗦 “Saad set up and organized meetings for us with around 20 of the major retailers in Panama. He organized the local transport, and introduced us at every meeting. Setting up such a program, as many of the meetings were with the CEOs or General Managers is like trying to shepherd cats, an extremely difficult exercise to achieve. It therefore meant that in the shortest period possible we were able to meet with the maximum number of potential partners. I have to say that as an experienced exporter, and having been on many outbound programs; this was by far the best program that was put together and executed.”- Client from the UK “Saad is a tremendous professional, very well connected, bright and energetic. Always with a collaborative approach and looking things from different angles.”- Client from Panama 🚀 𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗠𝗘 Truly a global citizen; I was born and raised in Panama, come from a Pakistani background, did my BA in Psychology and Business from USA, and worked with organizations from the UK, Latin America, and UAE. I speak English, Spanish, and Urdu fluently. 🚀 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥! Ready to grow your business and reach new heights? Let’s work together to make it happen. Get in touch, and let’s start solving your toughest challenges.
- Lead Generation
- Market Research
- Content Writing
- Prospect Research
- List Building
- International Business
- Marketing Presentation
- Market Analysis
- Company Research
- Copywriting
- Competitive Analysis
- Article Writing
- Email Marketing
- Mailchimp
- Apollo.io
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
OBJECTIVE: Motivated and results-oriented individual currently pursuing a degree in International Management with hands-on experience in sales, business development and customer service. Proven track record as a Business Development Representative (BDR) and Business Development Analyst, with a strong ability to drive revenue growth, foster client relationships, and analyze market trends. Fluent in English with strong communication and problem-solving skills, seeking to leverage expertise in business development, customer service, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic environment.
- Business Development
- Market Research
- Data Entry
- Company Research
- Virtual Assistance
- General Transcription
- Academic Research
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Typing
- Data Analysis
- Research & Development
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