B2B Lead Generation, Investor Research, Market Research & CRM Data Enrichment specialist, and Clay automation expert, with 9+ years of experience, 550+ completed projects, and 6,500+ hours of research. I help founders, sales, marketing teams, and VC/PE firms turn fragmented data into verified, decision-ready prospect lists and business intelligence without wasting time on low-quality data.
From list building and company research to investor mapping and CRM cleanup, I deliver structured intelligence your team can act on immediately, not raw exports you have to fix yourself.
What I Deliver:
► B2B Lead Generation & Contact Lists
• Verified decision-maker contacts matched to your ICP
• High-quality prospect lists and contact lists (researched, not scraped databases)
• Email sourcing with role-based and account-level targeting for outbound
► Clay Automation & Enrichment
• Building Clay tables with waterfall enrichment across multiple data providers (higher match rates, lower cost per verified contact)
• Custom enrichment workflows that find and validate emails, titles, and firmographics
• AI-powered research at scale using Claygent for custom data points and qualification
• Signal-based prospecting: hiring, funding, tech-stack, and intent triggers
• Automated lead lists that sync directly into your CRM or outbound tool, no manual cleanup
► Investor & Investment Research
• VC / PE mapping and investor lists aligned with your thesis or sector
• Funding signals, startup tracking, and competitive investor landscapes
• Pricing research and deal-flow support
► Market & Competitor Research
• Market mapping across niche B2B sectors
• Competitor research, breakdowns, and positioning insights
• Opportunity-gap identification for growth teams
► CRM Data Enrichment & Data Mining
• Cleaning, structuring, and validating CRM data in Microsoft Excel and beyond
• Removing duplicates and outdated records
• Enrichment with firmographic and decision-maker details
• Online research, data collection, and AI fact-checking for accuracy
► How I Work
I don't just deliver lists, I build usable intelligence systems. My approach is:
• Precision-first (quality over volume)
• Fully transparent (clear sourcing and logic)
• CRM-ready (no cleanup on your side)
• Built for real sales and investment workflows
Tools & Systems: Clay (advanced workflows & enrichment) • LinkedIn Sales Navigator • Crunchbase Pro • Apollo • ZoomInfo • Statista • Microsoft Excel • ChatGPT • Claude • custom research frameworks and manual verification.
► Who I Work With:
• B2B SaaS & tech companies
• Venture capital & private equity firms
• Growth marketing and outbound sales teams
• Research agencies and strategy consultants
► Engagement & Pricing (adapted to complexity):
• Standard Research & Lead Sourcing: from $15/hr
• Advanced Market / Investor Intelligence: $20-$100/hr
► Why Clients Work With Me
You don't need more data, you need the right data. Every contact is verified and purpose-driven, every list is structured for immediate action, and every project plugs directly into your pipeline or CRM. If you need accurate B2B research, lead generation, or investor intelligence that actually supports decisions, let's build it together. Send me a message and tell me about your project.
Pricing Research
List Building
Company Research
Microsoft Excel
Online Research
Prospect List
Email Sourcing
Data Mining
Competitor Research
Contact List
Data Collection
Market Research
Data Entry
Investor List
Investment Research
AI Fact-Checking
Lead Generation
LinkedIn Sales Navigator
Clay
Sales Lead Lists
Dolly B.
Thane, India
$25/hr
4.8
108 jobs
12+ years of experience in Business Research and Financial Analysis.
Worked on assignments including market opportunity assessment, go-no-go analysis, financial projections, industry analysis, investment research, etc.
Pricing Research
Competitive Analysis
Secondary Research
Market Research
Brand Research
Consumer Research
Industry Research
Business Strategy
Business Consulting
Business Analysis
Company Research
Competitor Research
Business Research
Go-to-Market Strategy
List Building
PowerPoint Presentation
Market Trends
Pitch Deck
Ecommerce
Company Profile
Rabia I.
Karachi, Pakistan
$8/hr
5.0
28 jobs
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵: Founders and Business Owners don't need more tasks on their plate. They need someone reliable who can handle the research, organization, follow-ups, and day-to-day administrative work that keeps everything moving forward.
𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩'𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙄 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥.
I am a research-driven virtual assistant with a Master’s degree in Quantitative Sociology and 4+ years of corporate administrative experience. I support founders, consultants, and growing teams by handling research execution, operational support, and coordination so they can make informed decisions and focus on growth.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
🔹 Research & Business Intelligence
I help businesses gather, organize, and analyze information so they can make better decisions.
• Market Research
• Competitor Research
• Audience Research
• Online Research
• Social Listening
• Academic & Qualitative Research
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Research Reporting
🔹 Administrative & Executive Support
I help keep operations organized and ensure important tasks don't get overlooked.
• Inbox & Email Management
• Calendar Management
• Scheduling & Coordination
• Meeting Support
• Data Entry & Documentation
• CRM Updates
• File Organization
• Reporting & Administrative Support
🔹 Operations & Project Coordination
I bring structure to projects, processes, and daily workflows.
• Task Tracking
• Process Documentation
• Spreadsheet Management
• Project Coordination
• Team Communication Support
• Workflow Organization
🔹 Tools & Platforms
Google Workspace • Microsoft Excel • Google Sheets • Canva • HubSpot • Zoho CRM • Notion • Trello • Asana • Mondaydotcom
🔹Analytical Stack
SPSS, Excel, Power BI, Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Typeform, advanced statistical modeling and data visualization tools.
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲
✔ Detail-oriented and highly organized
✔ Strong research and analytical skills
✔ Clear and professional communication
✔ Reliable and deadline-driven
✔ Proactive and resourceful
✔ Committed to quality work
Recent projects include social listening for a UK-based wellness startup, international talent sourcing, influencer research, lead generation, dashboard reporting, and administrative support for growing businesses.
I don't just complete tasks, I help create clarity, organization, and momentum so your business can operate more efficiently.
If you're looking for a dependable Virtual Assistant who can support your research, operations, and administrative needs, I'd love to help.
Keywords to help you find me:
Market Research, Market Analysis, Market Sizing, TAM SAM SOM, Competitive Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Analysis, Data Science, Customer Discovery, Consumer Research, Customer Experience Research, Audience Segmentation & Targeting, Company Research, Research Methods, Topic Research, Online Research, Go To Market Strategy, Product Market Fit, Feasibility Study, Survey Design, Statistical Analysis, Research Papers, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Brand Research, Research Papers, Content Writing, Internet Survey
Market Research
Brand Research
Influencer Research
Competitive Analysis
Virtual Assistance
Online Research
Microsoft Excel
Documentation
Calendar Management
Social Listening
Email Management
Customer Relationship Management
Customer Service
Topic Research
List Building
Keyword Research
Online Market Research
Email Support
Market Trends
Industry Research
Morgan R.
Winter Garden, Florida
$15/hr
4.4
16 jobs
Hello! I'm a detail-oriented Virtual Assistant with experience in data entry, market research, internet research, spreadsheet management, and administrative support.
I help busy business owners save time by delivering accurate, organized, and reliable work.
Services I provide:
✔ Data Entry & Data Cleanup
✔ Market Research & Competitor Research
✔ Lead Generation
✔ Internet Research
✔ Spreadsheet Creation & Management
✔ CRM Data Entry
✔ Google Sheets & Microsoft Excel
✔ Email & Calendar Management
✔ Administrative Support
What you can expect from me:
• Fast communication
• Attention to detail
• Accurate data entry
• Organized reporting
• On-time project completion
If you're looking for someone dependable who can take repetitive tasks off your plate and allow you to focus on growing your business, I'd love to help.
Accuracy Verification
Customer Engagement
Content Editing
Data Entry
Writing
Social Media Website
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Topic Research
Zoho CRM
Market Research
Transaction Data Entry
Md Monir H.
Chuadanga, Bangladesh
$17/hr
4.9
507 jobs
Hello, I’m Monir — a Top-Rated Plus freelancer specializing in Market Research & Competitive Analysis, ICP Development, AI-Assisted Lead Generation, Outreach Campaigns, and Customer Acquisition Workflows.
I help teams move from market uncertainty to a structured sales pipeline:
Market Research → Competitor Analysis → ICP & Buyer Persona → Lead Generation → Outreach → Follow-Up → Appointment Booking → Sales Handoff
I do not begin with random lead collection. I first study the market, define the right customer profile, and identify the strongest sales angle. Then I build a verified prospect list, prepare personalized outreach, track responses, manage follow-ups, and help move qualified prospects toward meetings.
AI supports faster research, classification, personalization, and workflow automation. It does not replace human judgment. I review the research, validate important data, refine messaging, and make final decisions.
◆ 1. Market Research & Opportunity Analysis
I conduct structured Market Research for businesses that need clarity before investing in sales, marketing, product development, market entry, or expansion.
My Market Research services include:
✓ Target Market Research and niche analysis
✓ Market size, growth, trends, and demand signals
✓ Customer segmentation and consumer behavior
✓ Product, service, pricing, and offer research
✓ Market gap analysis and opportunity mapping
✓ Market entry and country feasibility research
✓ Keyword, intent, product, and offer validation
I deliver reports, comparison tables, spreadsheets, findings summaries, strategic insights, and practical recommendations.
◆ 2. Competitive Analysis & Positioning
I provide Competitive Analysis that goes beyond collecting competitor names. I study how competitors attract customers, structure offers, communicate value, set prices, position themselves, and build their digital presence.
My Competitive Analysis can cover:
✓ Direct and indirect competitor identification
✓ Competitive landscape mapping, SWOT, and benchmarking
✓ Pricing, packages, and business model comparison
✓ Offer, messaging, and value proposition analysis
✓ Website, content, SEO, funnel, and keyword analysis
✓ Competitor strengths, weaknesses, and market gaps
✓ Positioning and differentiation recommendations
The goal is to identify what competitors do well, what they are missing, and where your business can create a stronger angle.
◆ 3. ICP, Buyer Persona & Lead Generation Strategy
Before outreach begins, I define who should be targeted and why. I develop the Ideal Customer Profile, buyer persona, decision-maker criteria, qualification rules, and segmentation logic.
My process may include:
✓ ICP Development and buyer persona research
✓ Industry, geography, company size, revenue, and role criteria
✓ Pain-point, buying-trigger, and stakeholder analysis
✓ Lead qualification and scoring logic
✓ Campaign segment development
✓ B2B prospect list building
✓ Business email discovery, verification, and cleanup
Tools include LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, Clay, Hunter, SalesQL, ContactOut, ZoomInfo, RocketReach, NeverBounce, and Emailable.
◆ 4. Outreach Campaign & Customer Acquisition Workflow
After the ICP and lead database are ready, I can help prepare and manage the outreach workflow.
This may include:
✓ Cold email and LinkedIn outreach planning
✓ Personalized email and message development
✓ Campaign segmentation and database preparation
✓ Email sequence and follow-up planning
✓ Campaign launch and response tracking
✓ CRM and pipeline organization
✓ Appointment scheduling and sales handoff
✓ Campaign reporting and improvement recommendations
I can work with Instantly, Smartlead, HubSpot, Gmail, Google Sheets, and Excel.
◆ 5. AI-Assisted Sales Workflow Development
I use AI to improve speed, consistency, and productivity across the customer acquisition process. AI can support research synthesis, competitor data organization, lead qualification, segmentation, personalized message drafts, reply categorization, follow-up suggestions, campaign summaries, and repetitive workflow automation.
AI is not the decision-maker. I apply human review, source validation, business logic, quality control, and strategic judgment before output is delivered or used in a campaign.
◆ Why Work With Me?
I combine research thinking, technical discipline, business analysis, and sales pipeline understanding. My background in structured systems and reporting helps me organize complex information and build processes teams can use.
You can expect:
♠ Market Research
♠ Competitive Analysis
♠ Strong ICP and buyer persona logic
♠ Verified and segmented lead databases
♠ Personalized outreach campaign support
♠ Organized follow-up and appointment workflows
♠ Reports and CRM-ready data
♠ AI-assisted productivity with human oversight
I can connect Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Lead Generation, Outreach Campaigns, and Customer Acquisition into one structured workflow.
Lead Generation
B2B Lead Generation
Market Research
Target Market Research
Competitor Research
Competitive Analysis
Industry Research
Business Research
Business Plan
SEO Competitor Analysis
Go-to-Market Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Lead Generation Strategy
Marketing Strategy Report
LinkedIn Sales Navigator
Apollo.io
Email Outreach
Outreach Strategy
Prospect List
Buyer Persona
Helena T.
Surabaya, Indonesia
$45/hr
4.9
312 jobs
🎖️TOP 1% ON UPWORK🎖️
🚀 Helping Global Businesses Decode New Innovations
9+ Years | 200+ Projects | Cross-Industry Expert
Hi, I’m Helena. A market research analyst and business strategist trusted by startups, agencies, and growth-stage companies worldwide.
I guide companies through market entry, product launches, and partner scouting (specialized in turning research into real-world results).
📍 Based in Indonesia
🌍 Worked across 4 continents
🌐 Fluent in English, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin (Chinese)
My expertise spans:
✅ Market Research & Competitive Analysis
✅ Go-To-Market & Expansion Strategy
✅ Industry Reports & Due Diligence
Industries I know inside out:
🔋 Renewable Energy & Sustainability
💰 Fintech, Blockchain & AI
🛒 Consumer Goods & E-commerce
🏥 Healthcare & Wellness
🏨 Real Estate & Hospitality
📚 EdTech, Fashion, Automotive & more
Clients say I’m fast, clear, and strategic with an eye for nuance and a deep understanding of Asian markets. You're next. Let’s collaborate.
Market Research
Indonesian to English Translation
Essay Writing
English to Indonesian Translation
Business Plan
Writing
Competitor Research
Microsoft Excel
Business Development
English to Chinese Translation
Business Writing
Microsoft PowerPoint
Marketing Analytics
Business Consulting
Growth Strategy
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