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Overview: With over £15 million secured for startups and SMEs, I deliver end-to-end grant and financial strategies that transform businesses. From breakout innovations to global Olympic partnerships. My results include funding software now used in stadiums worldwide and supporting clients from “lockdown” beginnings into market leaders. As a PhD-level professional with 14 years’ experience, I specialise in winning high-scoring Innovate UK grants and major awards across UK, European, US, and Australian funding cycles. Clients benefit from my insider expertise as both a seasoned grant writer and grant assessor. My approach is perfectionist: every application is aligned to the highest-scoring rubric, and I work as an extension of my client’s team. If we don't think you will win, we will not recommend you apply. It's that simple. What Sets Me Apart: Full-scope financial strategist, integrated with accountants, R&D tax experts, and patent specialists, clients instantly access a comprehensive funding suite. Long-term, retainer-based relationships: I act as a full funding department for organisations lacking internal resources, providing a “plug-and-play” solution with continual funding alerts and seamless application cycles. Ethical practices: hourly rates, no hefty deposits, and transparent pricing. I believe world-changing innovations deserve world-class support, regardless of size or sector. Expertise in challenging fields, from biotech and cancer therapeutics to software and arts. Transformation stories: Helped startups win multiple grants in a single Innovate UK contest, then scale to Olympic-level partnerships. Secured crucial cancer research funding and supported international research consortia over multiple European countries. Target Clients: SMEs, startups (Barclays Eagle Labs partner), nonprofits, international business groups, and R&D consortia seeking UK, EU, US, or Australian funding. Services: Comprehensive grant search and management Full grant write-up and editing (to “winning standard”) Financial strategy sessions for investor readiness Investor introductions and consortia building Retainer programs for hands-off funding management Hourly consultations and flexible packages for every budget Mission: I advocate for clients with world-changing ambitions. My mission is to make funding accessible, stress-free, and strategically sound, whether supporting a global tech launch or mentoring a new charity.

Helping NGOs and development organizations turn their missions into funded realities in Arabic and English, across MENA and beyond. With 12 years of hands-on experience in grant writing, proposal development, and fundraising strategy, I specialize in supporting NGOs and international development organizations to secure funding from global and regional donors. My work spans educational and developmental programmes across the MENA region, as well as organizations in the US and the UK. What sets me apart is simple: I don't just write grants, I understand the landscape your organization operates in. I know how MENA-focused funders think, what priorities drive institutions like the EU, USAID, UN agencies, and Gulf-based foundations, and how to frame your work in language that resonates with decision-makers on both sides of the Arabic–English divide. What I offer: 1. Grant proposal writing and editing (concept notes, full proposals, logical frameworks) 2. Donor mapping and funding landscape analysis (identifying the right funders for your mission) 3. Fundraising strategy development (building a diversified, sustainable funding pipeline) 4. Review and strengthening of existing proposals before submission 5. Arabic–English bilingual writing and adaptation for regional and international audiences. Why work with me: ✔ 12 years of grant writing experience focused on NGOs and development work ✔ Deep knowledge of MENA funding priorities, donor cultures, and regional context ✔ Native Arabic speaker with professional English. I write fluently in both, not just translate ✔ Specialized in educational and developmental programmes, the sectors most active in MENA funding ✔ Experience working with organizations operating under conflict, displacement, and resource-constrained conditions. I understand the realities your donors need to hear about ✔ Track record with organizations including YMCA Palestine, SEED Organization for Sustainability and Development (Turkey), and the Institute of Community Development (Gaza) How we work together: Every engagement starts with understanding your organization; your mission, your programmes, your current and target donors. From there, I adapt to what you need most, whether that's a single proposal drafted from scratch, a donor mapping exercise to expand your funding base, or a strategic review of your overall fundraising approach. I work closely with your team throughout the process, incorporating your voice, your data, and your impact evidence; so the final product feels authentically yours, not generic. Communication is clear, timelines are respected, and revisions are part of the process, not an afterthought.

Turning ambitious ideas into fundable, scalable, and successful businesses. Every business has potential but turning that potential into funding, growth, and measurable results takes more than great ideas. As a Business Consultant, Financial Strategist, and Project Management Expert, I help startups, entrepreneurs, SMEs, nonprofits, and established businesses secure funding, strengthen financial performance, and execute winning strategies. From investor-ready business plans and financial models to market research, project management, and growth consulting, I deliver practical, data-driven solutions tailored to your business goals. Having supported 1000+ businesses across 20+ countries, my focus isn't just creating exceptional deliverables - it's helping you make confident decisions and move your business forward How I Can Help 🚀 RAISE CAPITAL & SECURE FUNDING Helping businesses become investment and lender ready. • Investor-Ready Business Plans  • SBA Loan Business Plans • Bank Loan Business Plans    • Startup Business Plans • Grant Proposals & Applications  • Funding Proposals • Visa Business Plans (E2, L1, EB2, EB5) • Executive Summaries 📊 BUILD FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE Financial planning that supports smarter decisions and long-term growth. • Financial Modeling      • Financial Forecasting • Cash Flow Projections     • Budget Planning • Break-even Analysis      • Business Valuation • Investment Analysis      • Scenario Planning 📋 PLAN & DELIVER SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS Helping businesses execute ideas efficiently and effectively. • Project Planning       • Project Coordination • Workflow Optimization    • Risk Management • Process Improvement    • Project Documentation • Implementation Roadmaps 💼 ADVANCE YOUR CAREER PROFESSIONALLY Professional career documents that showcase your strengths, communicate your value, and help you stand out to recruiters, hiring managers, and decision-makers. • ATS-Friendly Resumes     • Executive CV Writing • LinkedIn Profile Optimization  • Tailored Cover Letters • Professional Bios       • Personal Statements • Executive Profiles      • Career Branding • Admission Essays Industries I've Supported ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Technology • SaaS • Healthcare • Construction • Manufacturing • Agriculture • Retail • E-commerce • Real Estate • Logistics • Hospitality • Food & Beverage • Education • Nonprofits • Professional Services • Renewable Energy Let's Build Something That Lasts ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Whether you're preparing for funding, launching a startup, expanding into new markets, improving operations, or planning your next strategic move, I'm here to help. Click Invite to Job or send me a message, and let's discuss how we can turn your vision into measurable results.

Reaching out to innovators! Do you need a competent freelancer to help you with data entry, lead generation, data mining, virtual assistant, copy paste, or web research? I have years of professional experience working across public and private sector roles, with a business focus. I am detail-oriented and super fast data entry operator. I take time to understand each of the needs of all my clients and can support a broad range of projects. Here are the services I offer: Grant Funding Technology Advisory Services USP Product Marketing Data collection LinkedIn sales navigator Lead Generation Powerpoint Design and Delivery Data entry Copy paste Data mining Data collection Web research Excel data entry CRM data entry Data scraping Data conversion PDF to excel or word JPEG to excel or word Shopify data entry WordPress data entry Why Hire Me? Buckets of experience in the technology sector Expert User of LinkedIn Sales Navigator Over 10 years of experience developing and delivering high quality presentations to senior partners I maintain 100% confidentiality Quality Customer Support On-time delivery I am a power user across microsoft and google platforms, and can tailor my approach to YOUR needs

🏆UPWORK RISING TALENT 🏆 If you are raising funding or want to supercharge business growth, I can help. I have worked with 80+ companies and specialize in financial modeling, pitch decks, and business valuation (USD 300M+ raised) The clients I work with achieve impactful outcomes: 🌟 The financial model was detailed and provided excellent insights—highly recommend! [CEO – Ethmaar] 🌟 The valuation and pitch deck were compelling, and Asif delivered exceptional work! [Director – TruckWise] 💛 Here’s a real review you can find on my profile: "Ashif is a true professional with excellent financial modeling skills and completed his work as per schedule including revisions. He provided several insights into the model he had prepared. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a high quality financial modeling." My expertise includes: ✔️ Business Valuations (M&A, fundraising, and strategic growth) ✔️ Investor-Ready Financial Models ✔️ Feasibility Studies and ROI Analysis ✔️ Pitch Decks and Investment Memorandums ✔️ Custom KPI forecasts and dashboards My Background: 🏆 Chartered Accountant – ACMA (UK) & CGMA (US) 🏆 MSc in Management with Data Analytics from BPP University, UK (2:1) 🏆 8+ years of professional experience (HSBC, HLB HAMT, Al Ghurair, Algbra) 🏆 40+ financial models, 30+ business valuations, 5+ pitch decks (USD 300M+ raised) 🏆 Proven track record working with over 80 companies across a range of industries 🏆 Excel expert with intermediate visual basic programming experience About my working style: 💎 I deliver excellent work—on time, every time 💎 I prioritize your success and tailor every project to your needs 💎 I only take on projects I’m confident I will excel in Let’s work together if: ✅ You’re looking for a professional who understands complex business scenarios ✅ You want top-tier financial deliverables that impress investors and stakeholders ✅ You value clarity, dedication, and a collaborative approach Sounds like a fit? Next steps: 🟢 Press '...' button and then ‘Send Message’ button in the top right-hand corner 💬 Write me a personalized note about your project Let’s turn your vision into results! 🚀

I am a strategic grant consultant and founder of Cedar Grants Consulting, with over four years of cross-continental experience supporting mission-driven organisations across England and Nigeria. I bring a rare combination of non-profit grant writing expertise and for-profit grant management experience. I have helped organisations secure over £91,000 in grant funding from trusts and foundations, across sectors including community welfare, health and wellbeing, women's empowerment, youth and mentorship, arts and inclusion, disability, and education. Alongside this, I work in grants management within the medical education industry, supporting the coordination and administration of pharmaceutical and medical education grants and sponsorships across the full lifecycle, from funder submission through to contracting. My BSc in Biomedical Sciences and MSc in Public Health give me genuine scientific and public health literacy, meaning I understand the medical and clinical content involved, not just the administrative process around it. What I offer on Upwork: - Grant writing and proposal development for non-profit and charitable organisations - Grant and sponsorship administration for pharmaceutical, medical education, and corporate clients - Funder research and prospecting across UK, European, and international funders - Grant readiness assessments - Pipeline and deadline management - Application review and editing I use industry tools including Fundin.ai, Charity Excellence Framework, Candid, GrantStation, Grantable, and GEMS, and I bring the same rigour and care to every engagement regardless of sector or size. I hold a BSc in Biomedical Sciences from Queen's University Belfast and a Master's in Public Health from the University of South Wales. If you need a grant consultant who understands both the science and the strategy, across non-profit and for-profit contexts, I would be glad to discuss your project.