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Rajeev M.

Pune, India

$73/hr
4.9
323 jobs

Market research specialist, experienced Big 4 consultant, strong in many related research areas such as industry analysis, business analysis, competitive analysis, pricing, strategy, market sizing, presentations, business plans, white paper, etc. Worked full time with Deloitte and Accenture in the past as market researcher/ market research specialist and consultant. Ranked Top 1 % on Upwork, Notable Stats: 20+years experience creating consulting and market research reports "Expert vetted" by Upwork i.e. top 1% freelancers on platform ( across market research, competitive analysis, business analysis, industry analysis, strategy, pricing strategy, etc.) Ten years on Upwork -100% job success rate, 300+projects (across strategy, market research, competitive analysis, pricing strategy, industry analysis, business analysis, presentations, marketing strategy, writing, business plans, etc.) Worked on more than 1000 market research and industry analysis projects Worked with 100+ start-ups (for strategy, market research, market sizing, pricing, competitive analysis, etc.) Worked with founders who raised $100mn Helped raise $10mn for multiple clients (using skills such as market research, industry analysis, competitive analysis, market sizing, strategy, pricing strategy, etc.) Delivered more than 100 investment presentations and pitch decks Wrote more than 100 white papers Conducted than 100 competitive analysis Cross industry and function experience Industries/Technologies Covered: Covered industries such as telecom, software & IT services, media, oil and gas, energy, real estate, retail (including e-commerce/D2C), finance, insurance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, education (including EdTech), travel, automotive, nonprofit, aerospace, senior housing, connected cars, structured financial products, and cryptocurrency. Emerging technologies covered include Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML), Big Data analytics, Blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), mobility / connected vehicles, Quantum Computing, and FinTech applications. Have also helped clients with preparation of cryptocurrency and blockchain white papers for ICOs, STOs, IDOs, and related token offerings. Comprehensive Skills List: Market Research/ Market Research Specialist Competitive Analysis/Competitor Benchmarking/Competitor Research Business Analysis/ Business Consulting/ Business Analyst Industry analysis/Industry Landscape/ Industry Deep-Dive Sector Deep-Dive/ Market Deep-Dive/ Sector Analysis Data Analysis Market Analysis Strategy Qualitative Research / Customer Insights / Survey Design Microsoft Excel Marketing Strategy Company Research/ Online Research Market Sizing / TAM SAM SOM Presentations / Investor Pitch Deck/Presentation Design Business Plan / Business Planning White Paper Case Study Research Technical Writing / Academic Writing / Research SWOT Analysis Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM) Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Analysis/ M&A Research Financial Analysis Brand Research Content Strategy / Content Writing Product / UX Research Lead Generation Pricing Strategy/Pricing Analysis Literature Review/ Academic Research/ Technical Research Market Segmentation Digital Marketing Feasibility Study Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Analysis

  • Market Research
  • Management Consulting
  • Business Analysis
  • Presentations
  • Competitive Analysis
  • White Paper
  • Investment Research
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Writing
  • Market Analysis
  • Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Data Analysis
  • Industry & Competitor Analysis
  • Strategy
  • Pricing Strategy Consulting
Madumitha S.

Coimbatore, India

$5/hr
4.9
67 jobs

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 𝗕𝟮𝗕 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗔 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬, 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧 with a decade of diversified experience across various industries. Greetings! I am a highly experienced and dedicated lead generation and research specialist, committed to delivering exceptional results for clients across diverse industries. With a proven track record of success, I specialize in identifying and qualifying leads, conducting in-depth market research, and providing valuable insights to drive business growth. I have completed many successful jobs. I can easily deem myself as the best freelancer. My area of expertise includes: 🔸 Lead Generation 🔸 Company Information Research 🔸 Key Person Information Research 🔸 Web Research | Online Research | LinkedIn Lead Generation 🔸 Email List Building 🔸 Contact Email and Number Research 🔸 Data Scraping | Data Entry 🔸 Email Marketing | Prospect List 🔸 LinkedIn Data Mining | B2B Lead Generation 🔸 Data Extraction 🔸 B2B Lead Generation 🔸 Online Research 🔸 List Building 🔸 LinkedIn Marketing 🔸 Market research | Qualitative research analysis 🔸 Data cleaning | Data cleansing 🔸 Linkedin leads | Sales leads | Manual data building Certainly! Here's a list of industries I have worked for: 👉 Information Technology (AI) Lead Generation 👉 Healthcare Lead Generation 👉 Financial Services Lead Generation 👉 E-commerce Lead Generation 👉 Real Estate Lead Generation 👉 Marketing and Advertising Lead Generation 👉 Education Lead Generation 👉 Manufacturing Lead Generation 👉 Retail Lead Generation 👉 Hospitality Lead Generation 👉 Telecommunications Lead Generation 👉 Automotive Lead Generation 👉 Energy and Utilities Lead Generation 👉 Construction Lead Generation 👉 Legal Services Lead Generation 👉 Non-profit Organizations Lead Generation 👉 Travel and Tourism Lead Generation 👉 Food and Beverage Lead Generation 👉 Fashion and Apparel Lead Generation 👉 Social Media Lead Generation 👉 Influencer Lead Generation in all industries 🌟 As the NO.1 Lead Generation freelancer on Upwork, my specialization in company information research, key person information research, and web research enables me to provide comprehensive insights and strategies to businesses seeking to expand their reach and grow their customer base. 🔍 Here are some reasons why I stand out among other freelancers: ✉️ Targeted Email Lists and Contact Details: I possess the ability to find and build targeted email lists, as well as locate the contact details of key decision-makers. This allows businesses to connect with their ideal customers and generate more leads. 🤝 Exceptional Communication Skills and Customer-Centric Approach: I pride myself on my exceptional communication skills and customer-centric approach. Building strong relationships with my clients enables me to understand their unique needs and provide services that meet their requirements. 🎯 Ability to Manage Complex Projects and Work Independently: My experience has equipped me with the ability to handle complex projects efficiently while working independently. 💼 Commitment to Delivering High-Quality Work: I am dedicated to delivering work of the highest quality and providing exceptional customer service. This commitment has earned me the trust and loyalty of my clients, establishing me as a top-performing freelancer in my field. 🌟 I am more than willing to provide a trial or sample work to showcase my capabilities and the value I can bring to your business. This allows you to have firsthand experience and make an informed decision. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and we can discuss your project requirements in detail. 🛠️ Tools & Resources used: 🔹 LinkedIn Sales Navigator 🔹 Quick email verification 🔹 Hunter.io 🔹 ZoomInfo 🔹 Clearbit 🔹 Google Suite 🔹 Microsoft Office 🔹 Crunchbase 🔹 Yelp 🔹 Yellowpage 🔹 Salesforce CRM 🔹 HubSpot 🔹 Snov.io 🔹 Lusha 🔹 Apollo.io Chrome extensions such as ★ Rapportive ★ Rocket Reach ★ Kendo ★ Nymeria ★ Contact Out ★ Clearbit ★ Leads Gibbon ★ Apollo ★ Mailtester.com ★ BeenVerified ★ Skrapp.io ★ DeBounce ★ Mailgun ★ Zerobounce and much more. 📚 My usual deliverables would include but are not limited to the following: • Company Name • Website • Industry & classification code (NAICS, SIC, or any other) • Description • Contact Title (CEO, COO, or any desired title) • Contact Name • Email • Company numbers • Mailing Address • LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram 💡 Why Choose Me? With a keen focus on exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, and a knack for multitasking, I am committed to exceeding your expectations. Whether you need lead generation expertise, data entry solutions, or virtual assistance support, Let's connect to explore how I can elevate your lead generation efforts and propel your business growth to new heights! Thank you.🌟

  • Industry Research
  • Data Entry
  • Data Cleaning
  • Lead Generation
  • List Building
  • Email Marketing
  • Online Research
  • Data Scraping
  • Data Mining
  • Email List
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • Sales Leads
  • Contact Info Research
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • Contact List
MD M.

Hyderabad, India

$10/hr
4.9
103 jobs

Struggling to translate complex data into actionable business insights? I help founders, consultants, and growing teams turn complex information into practical insights through structured market research, competitor analysis, and reliable data reporting. I’m a Top-Rated Upwork freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score and 90+ completed research projects. Clients trust me for my ability to quickly understand requirements, work independently, and deliver accurate, well-organized results—without constant follow-ups or hand-holding. Areas of Expertise: Market & Competitive Research • Market and industry analysis • Competitive, pricing, and product research • Business strategy and business plan research • Investment and opportunity analysis • Niche and sector-specific research Technology & Industry Coverage • SaaS, DevOps, MLOps, and technology research • Fintech, iGaming, and online platform analysis • Consumer, retail, and FMCG markets • Manufacturing, hardware, and industrial sectors • Education and academic research Data & Research Operations • Data research, verification, and stewardship • B2B lead generation and data sourcing • Public, government, and local data research • Market reports, research papers, and presentations • Ongoing and long-term research support My Work Typically Involves: ✅ Structured Research – Navigating diverse data landscapes across India and major global markets ✅ Competitive & Market Analysis – Benchmarking competitors, pricing, and product positioning ✅ Clean, Verified Data – Well-organized datasets and lead lists, manually checked for accuracy ✅ Professional Reporting – Clear research reports and executive-ready presentations. Clients consistently highlight my attention to detail, reliability, and ability to deliver clean, actionable research even for complex or fast-moving requirements. If you’re looking for dependable, detail-oriented research that helps you make confident decisions, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

  • Industry Research
  • Research Methods
  • Conduct Research
  • Academic Research
  • Market Research
  • Online Research
  • Research & Strategy
  • Market Analysis
  • Topic Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Business Analysis
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Qualitative Research
  • Competitor Research
  • Company Research
  • Trend Analysis
  • Legal Research
  • Research Summary
  • Data Collection
Puja Jaganpreet S.

Bengaluru, India

$22/hr
4.8
309 jobs

Are you launching in a new market, pitching investors, or scoping out competitors? You need verified facts, not AI guesses. No AI generation. No messy data dumps. Just 100% manual, premium market intelligence delivered exactly how you need it. 🙏 Namaste & Welcome 🌼 I am Puja Jaganpreet Singh, an MBA-credentialed Strategist and Founder of The Research Room. I have delivered 250+ successful projects across the US, UK, GCC, and APAC by giving clients the exact answers they need to grow. . 🏆 THE BOUTIQUE ADVANTAGE: MY "ZERO-HALLUCINATION" PROMISE 100% Manual Precision: I cross-reference every data point by hand. If it cannot be rigorously verified, it does not make the cut. Executive-Level Output: You receive pristine, beautifully structured intelligence (Excel, Word, Notion) ready for investor pitches and executive meetings. Flawless Execution: A proven Top Rated track record and a 100% Job Success Score. I deliver on time, on brief, and on budget. 💼 MY CORE DELIVERABLES: 1. Go-to-Market (GTM) & Market Intelligence Market Sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM): Defensible, bottom-up revenue forecasts built on real-world demographics and pricing models. Strategic Frameworks: Clear PESTEL, SWOT, and Porter’s 5 Forces models for safe, calculated international expansion. Due Diligence: Rigorous fact-checking for pitch decks, supply chain assessments, and candid "Go/No-Go" viability reports. 2. Deep Competitor Intelligence Pricing Benchmarks: Exact breakdowns of how your competitors monetize and tier their services. Feature Mapping & Gap Analysis: High-impact "Us vs. Them" matrices to expose where your rivals are failing, so you can capture that market share. 3. Bespoke Secondary & Deep Desk Research Academic & Funding: Precise shortlisting for Master’s/PhD programs, elite scholarships, and rigorous literature reviews. Media & Executive Profiling: Context-rich, confidential background briefs on podcast guests, founders, and key stakeholders. B2B List Building: Hand-curated, highly verified lead lists and business structures absolutely no automated scraping. The Complex Requests: Digging into dense historical archives, navigating complicated regulatory policies, and finding niche manufacturing or construction specs. 🌍 THE GENERALIST EDGE True strategic advantage requires looking across industries to spot trends others miss. I bring a refined, cross-sector perspective to Technology (SaaS/AI), The Built World (PropTech/Construction), Consumer Brands (FMCG), and Healthcare. 🌟 WHAT CLIENTS SAY "Puja's research was the exact foundation we needed for our market entry strategy. Her data was flawless, verified, and completely boardroom-ready." "We needed highly complex pricing and competitor data across multiple international markets. The Research Room delivered a level of detail that generic agencies simply couldn't match." Pristine output. Verified data. Ready for your boardroom. 👉 Let’s build the data foundation for your next big move. Click "Invite to Job" to share your brief. Looking forward to the possibility of collaborating with you! 😊 Puja Jaganpreet Singh | Top-Rated Research Analyst

  • Industry Research
  • Market Research
  • Competitor Research
  • Secondary Research
  • Business Research
  • Company Profile
  • SWOT Analysis
  • PESTEL Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Survey Data Analysis
  • Strategy
  • Research & Strategy
  • Pricing Research
  • Management Consulting
  • Business Plan
Sandile N.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$65/hr
4.9
63 jobs

Top Rated Upwork freelancer 🏆 Founder 🏆 and $50 Million Raised Every successful business starts with a strong foundation, that foundation includes a strong financial roadmap and the right financial analyst to conduct financial modeling. Whether it’s to apply for funding, a government grant, financials for your business plan or to foresee the financial future and performance of your business idea. There are many reasons why businesses succeed but without a properly constructed financial plan that prepares you for the unforeseen, the chances for success go down significantly. That’s exactly where I come in. I’ve helped Helped many business clients like, Zicaro Ventures start a new FinTech Company called Blue Sage Financial . Deal Leaders Africa with a successful merger that earned them over R20m; Financial Modeling and Financial Analysis for First Avenue Investment Management to identify great stock opportunities. I have vast exposure working with several international clients since I started freelancing on Upwork. Start-up Consulting services include: ✅ Risk and Uncertainty analysis ✅ Building robust Forecasted financial models and valuation ✅ Crafting winning business plans and pitch deck slides ✅ Conducting in-depth market research ✅ Feasibility Study to determine Project Viability/Business Idea ✅ Trend Analysis and Strategy My Financial Modeling and Analyst Consulting services include: ✅ Conducting financial due diligence ✅ Project Finance ✅ Equity investing and research ✅ M&A Financial Modeling – Valuation - Firm Value NPV ✅ Modeling Returns for investment opportunities ✅ Building monthly budgeting and forecasting tools ✅ Creating user-friendly Automated dashboards and metrics. ✅ Financial Statements Analysis (Ratios, Capex, Ebitda, ROI, IRR, etc) Valuation Methods Include: ✅Market Capitalization ✅Times Revenue Method ✅Earnings Multiplier ✅Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Method ✅Book Value ✅Liquidation Value ✅Dividend Discount Model (DDM) Sounds like a great fit? Click the green “Invite to Job button in the upper right-hand corner of the page and let’s work together! 🚀 Your Financial Analyst. Sandile N. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here’s a bit about me – My journey to becoming a Financial Analyst I’ve been working as a Financial Analyst for 4 years now. Achieved TOP Rated Plus in my first year on Upwork due to my hard work and dedication, This means I am considered to be one of the top 5% Financial Analysts and Modelers on Upwork My Experience started at First Avenue Investment Management (Boutique Asset management Company) where I worked as an Equity Financial Research Analyst. Here I learned and researched broader topics about local and International equity stock markets (South Africa and the USA). Exploring various aspects of company valuation, equity investment analysis with focus on competitive advantage, and market share analysis. Exploring different sectors, expanded my knowledge of macro and micro-economic factors, and building comprehensive financial models based on historical patterns, industry/Company drivers. Financial Analyst at Deal Leaders Africa, One of Africa’s Leading Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) firms. I was preparing financial models, with a focus on present value forecasted free cash flows (NPV) to determine the firm value for the merger sale. In addition, this is where I generated skills relating to business plans and pitch deck presentations in the process of pitching to potential buyers. Senior Financial Analyst at Zicaro Ventures. I assisted with the formation of Blue Sage Financial start-up. Everything from their business plan, pitch deck, research, and financial modeling. My Education I hold a Finance and Investment Management Degree - from the University of South Africa, an Investment Management Certificate from one of SA’s leading independent business schools - ASISA Academy, and International Financial Services Certificate from the CISI Institute in London. This is what you can expect when working with me as your Financial Analyst. ✅ Bulletproof attention to detail. ✅ Available in ANY TIME ZONE 🕐 to prevent communication breakdowns. ✅ Daily/weekly/monthly updates and reports about the project, keeping you up to date. ✅ Fluent in written and spoken English. Nothing gets lost in translation. ✅ World Class Financial Analysis and Financial Modeling services are sure to add value to your business. PS Moto: I believe my education, quantitative and qualitative technical skills acquired from my experience, and my determined spirit will enable me to add value to any position I will be placed into.

  • Industry Research
  • Financial Modeling
  • Startup Company
  • Financial Writing
  • Business Consulting
  • Startup Consulting
  • Financial Projection
  • Company Valuation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Modeling
  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • Financial Analysis
  • Investment Research
  • Investment Banking
Mahwish S.

Metuchen, New Jersey

$18/hr
4.9
48 jobs

If you need a reliable researcher and lead generation expert to deliver high-quality, qualified leads for your business, look no further—I’m here to help! With over 3 to 4 years of experience and expertise in: ✅ Data Entry and Market Research ✅ Optimizing Google Sheets with Formulas and List Cleanup ✅ Prospect List Building (IT, Marketing, Real Estate, Pharma, Biotech, Social Media Influencers, etc.) ✅ Identifying C-Level Executives across Various Industries ✅ Researching Schools, Colleges, and Universities ✅ Finding Valid and Verified Phone Numbers and Emails ✅ Contact Verification and Data Enrichment ✅ Web Scraping from Sources like AngelList and Crunchbase ✅ CRM Data Management (Hubspot)(Zoho)(Salesforce) ✅ Administrative Support and Process Optimization Tools I Use: ★ Google Sheets ★ Hubspot ★ Sales Navigator ★ Hunter.io ★ Snov.io ★ Skrapp ★ Seamless.ai ★ AngelList ★ Crunchbase ★ Apollo.io I’m dedicated to building strong, long-term partnerships and providing excellent service tailored to your business needs. Feel free to reach out to discuss how I can support your goals! Looking forward to learning more about your business. 😊 #Data_Entry, #Web_Research, #Prospect_Listing, #List_Builder, #Data_Collection, #Apollo.io, #Data_Mining, #Market_Research

  • Market Research
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Entry
  • Data Extraction
  • Data Collection
  • Lead Generation
  • LeadLeaper
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • Data Mining
  • List Building
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Prospect List
  • Prospect Research

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