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Most businesses lose deals to competitors and never know why. I find the answer in 48-72 hours. With 10 years of competitive intelligence experience, I help B2B, SaaS, E-commerce, and Professional Services companies identify exactly where they're losing: pricing gaps, positioning weaknesses, and what competitors do better. Recent Client Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Ibrahim was the greatest freelancer I found on Upwork. I highly recommend him." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This freelancer is a true competitive intelligence specialist. This wasn't generic research; it clearly showed where we're losing deals and what competitors are doing differently. We will definitely be working with him again." What I Deliver: ✅ Competitive Intelligence & Strategic Benchmarking → Identify why prospects choose competitors over you → Uncover pricing strategies, positioning tactics, and messaging gaps → Analyze 100+ public market signals (reviews, pricing, news, social proof) ✅ Win/Loss Analysis & Competitive Landscape Reports → Map how the market has shifted recently → SWOT analysis for each competitor → Go-to-market strategy review covering competitor messaging ✅ Pricing Intelligence & Public Contract Research → Find verified pricing in public procurement records → Analyze board documents, RFPs, and contract awards → Document pricing models with evidence-based sourcing ✅ Market Positioning & Differentiation Analysis → Find your unique competitive advantages → Map competitor strengths and exploitable weaknesses → Recommend strategic positioning shifts ✅ Decision-Ready Reports → Every insight cited with direct source links → Clear action items, not academic overviews → Board presentation ready formatting → Delivered in 48-72 hours for urgent decisions ✅ Federal Contract Intelligence & Procurement Research → Identify federal contracts won by competitors and prospects → Research government spending patterns and procurement trends → Find federal opportunities for your products or services → Analyze SAM.gov and USAspending.gov databases → Map government agencies, purchasing vehicles, and contract awards My Research Process: I use advanced research tools to analyze hundreds of sources including: - Customer reviews and testimonials - Pricing structures and packaging strategies - Public procurement records and contracts - Marketing messaging and positioning - Product features and roadmaps - Job postings and hiring signals - Industry news and market signals from the past 30-90 days The result: You get verifiable, strategic intelligence that answers "Why are we losing?" and "What should we do about it?" Industries I Focus On: - B2B SaaS & Technology - Healthcare Technology - E-commerce & D2C Brands - Professional Services - Supply Chain & Logistics Typical Client Use Cases: → Understanding why win rates are dropping → Preparing for board presentations or investor meetings → Pricing or positioning changes → Launching in competitive markets → Responding to new competitor threats → Pricing intelligence for procurement decisions Unlike generic market research, I focus on one thing: helping you understand your competitive disadvantage so you can fix it. If you're losing deals or need pricing intelligence, let's talk.

Big Four consultant, Morgan Stanley, MBA, CFA Level 1. Working with Fortune 500 clients and startups across diverse sectors. I'm the person who turns the research into a decision. ✅ Who am I? - MBA Graduate from IIM Lucknow (FT-100) and Neoma BS, France, with an Engineering background - Successfully cleared the CFA Level 1 exam on the first attempt. - Experienced management consultant and successfully served clients across sectors. ✅ What can I do? ................................................................................. Management Consulting and Research Expert specializing in: -TAM, SAM, SOM - SWOT analysis - Competitor/Competitive assessment - Need-gap analysis - Go-to-Market strategy (GTM) - Entry modes - Revenue enhancement strategies - Business planning and strategy development - Feasibility analysis for new initiatives and projects - Due Diligence - Investment Analysis - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) - Risk Assessment - Financial Planning ✅ Utilizes: ........................................................................... -Market-line, Euromonitor, Statista, Gartner, SAGE, EMIS, Think Cell, and other industry-leading tools for insights and analysis -Data-driven decision-making approach for impactful presentations ✅ Services offered: Strategy and Planning: ............................................. Strategy, Strategic plan, Business plan, Growth strategy, Go-to-market, Business plans and long-term roadmaps, Strategy consultant, Business growth strategy, Market strategy, Operational plan, End-to-end business plan, Multi-stakeholder strategic plan, Market expansion consulting advisor, International expansion, Experience with APAC, US and Middle East Market Entry, Global strategy, Mission-driven consulting Market and Competitive Intelligence: ............................................ Market research, Market analysis and insights, Market sizing, Market scanning, Quantifying market opportunities, Customer insights, Customer preferences, Industry trends, Competitor strategies, Competitive advantage, Product differentiation, Competitor benchmark, Competitive analysis reports, Research, Need-gap analysis. Financial Modeling and Investment: .............................................. Financial modeling, Financial forecast model, Financial projections, Financial analysis, Forecasting, Projections, ROI, FCF projection, Valuation, Valuation analysis, Business valuation, Bracket DCF, Due diligence, Due diligence material for seed financing, fundraising strategy consultant, Cap table, Investment strategy, Investment analyst, Investment fund, Financial services, Financial appendix data, Executive summaries, Presentations, Investor ready business plan Delivery and Advisory: .......................................... Project management, Project rollout plans, Operational roadmap, Implementation, Organizational design, Business operations, Streamline operations, Process improvement, Process maps, SOPs, Delivering SOPs, Business delivery consultant. Tech and Domain Expertise: ......................................... AI and tech-driven strategy, AI strategy consultant, AI savvy consultant, FinTech strategy consultant, FinTech, AI platform, Mobile apps, SAS products, AI startup marketing plan, Construction business consultant, Real estate Sectors Include: .............................................. Engagements in sectors such as Edtech, Fintech, Agtech, Fitness, Agriculture, Automotive, Real Estate, Artificial Intelligence, Metals and Mining, Aerospace, Healthcare, IT, Renewable Energy, E-commerce, Consumer Electronics, Hospitality, Entertainment, Fashion and Apparel, Food and Beverage, Logistics and Supply Chain, Telecommunications, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Gaming, Financial Services, Education, Environmental Sustainability, and Manufacturing. My adaptability and expertise also extend to Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Digital Marketing, Smart Cities, Internet of Things (IoT), SaaS, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, ESG Initiatives, Circular Economy, Smart Manufacturing, Autonomous Vehicles, Insurtech, Proptech, Regtech, Supply Chain Resilience, Precision Agriculture, Personalized Medicine, Telehealth, Remote Work Solutions, Digital Transformation, Smart Homes, Urban Development, Green Buildings, Real Estate Investment, Sustainable Construction, and Infrastructure Development. I have a proven track record in multiple countries worldwide, offering a data-driven approach and customized strategies that cater to the unique needs of diverse industries. - Offering Consultation and Initial Calls. Get in Touch Today Thank you!

Where others see data, I see opportunity. I uncover unexpected consumer insights and convert them into strategic business value for you. Strategic Consumer Insights Leader with 10+ years of global experience turning consumer behavior into revenue-driving strategy across North America, LATAM, and EU. Proven expertise leading flagship consumer product launches-including Shark Robot Vacuum, SharkClean App, Ninja Kitchen App, Cryoglow, and Ninja Creami-delivering $400M+ in impact. Known for blending foresight, UX, and segmentation into actionable roadmaps that influence product, brand, and CX decisions. Passionate about category growth and building insight systems that scale across global teams and matrixed orgs. CORE CAPABILITIES Cross-Market Expertise: LATAM, North America, EU (including UK, Germany, France) Research Strategy and Execution: Ethnography, JTBD, IDIs, FGDs, segmentation, MaxDiff, TURF, pricing studies, diary studies, UX Quant & Qual Methods: Priced/unpriced concept testing, conjoint, IHUTs, usability, in-home ethnography

Over my 14-year experience as a publisher and entrepreneur on Upwork and beyond, I have evolved from freelancing to managing complex projects. Some of my past clients are: - The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and The World Bank, funders of long-term projects that aimed at effectively communicating reforms and good practices. - International NGOs including but not limited to: The National Democratic Institute NDI (USA) - Media Diversity Institute (UK), Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance IDEA (Sweden), Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung, and DRI (Germany). - Businesses worldwide located in NYC, London, Paris, Tokyo, Hamburg, London, and more; thriving in niches as varied as fashion and beauty, travel, food industry, pharmaceuticals, cybersecurity, and the knowledge economy, * * Feel free to ask for my business reference letters. * * My areas of expertise are: 1- Competitive Intelligence: In-depth, targeted research of subsectors and niches to identify players, market shares, influencers, communities, and opportunities to take advantage of. 2- Information Design: the art of transforming key data points and insights into striking, appealing infographics intended for potential investors, collaborators, as well as audiences and prospects. 3- Information Marketing: Advising and crafting strategies for small businesses in the pursuit of their digital transformation and solopreneurs stepping into the Knowledge Economy online. 4- Customer Acquisition for businesses eager to grow their sales and optimize their costs, through quality lead generation based on digital advertising and customer qualification. 5- Coaching professionals regardless of their fields, positions, and growth stage in building viable productive and creative habits toward their goals, in harmony with their resources and environment. I look forward to collaborating with you!

I’m a Senior Consumer Insights & Market Research Consultant with 10+ years of experience helping Fortune 500 companies and startups uncover customer motivations and turn insights into strategy. What I Do Best Qualitative Research: In-depth interviews (IDIs), focus groups, diary studies, and customer journey mapping Quantitative Research : Survey design, data analysis, competitor benchmarking, and funnel diagnostics Customer Segmentation & Personas : Detailed frameworks that help teams target the right audiences with the right message. Secondary Research : Analyzing reports, existing data, and open-source information to deliver clear insights.Brand & Market Strategy : Messaging validation, go-to-market recommendations, and positioning insights. Why Clients Hire Me - Clear, actionable insights , not just data - Experience across CPG, wellness, beauty, health, and education - Ability to speak the language of both researchers and executives - Trusted partner who can deliver end-to-end: from study design to presentation ready reports If you need a research partner who combines enterprise-level rigor with startup agility, I can help turn customer voices into strategies that create real business impact.

Top Rated Plus | Worked With C-Suite Leaders at Fortune 100 & Fortune 500 Companies | 200+ Projects Delivered Ari brings deep expertise across SaaS, tech, fintech, and B2B markets, delivering fast, insight-rich research that supports product, GTM, and investment decisions. With advanced secondary research skills, structured analysis, and executive-ready reports, Ari helps teams validate opportunities, benchmark competitors, and build confident, data-backed strategies. I specialize in transforming complex market and competitive data into clear, actionable insights that directly inform product strategy, go-to-market planning, market entry, investment evaluations, and competitive positioning. I’ve delivered strategic research and analysis across SaaS, technology, fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, supply chain, gaming, and a wide range of B2B and B2C industries worldwide. Services Competitive Intelligence & Benchmarking • Competitor profiling & SWOT analysis • Pricing intelligence & strategic positioning • Feature benchmarking & product teardown analysis • Competitive landscape mapping & gap identification • Win/loss analysis & mystery shopping • Ongoing competitor monitoring (monthly/quarterly) Market Research & Industry Analysis • Market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM) • Market opportunity & feasibility studies • Trend analysis, industry drivers & barriers • Customer segmentation & persona development • Market entry & GTM research • Comprehensive desk/secondary research Strategic Business & Investment Research • Business intelligence synthesis • Investment feasibility & due diligence research • Strategic landscape analysis • Board- and investor-ready insights • Executive briefings & thought leadership research Why Clients Work With Me ✓ Top Rated Plus — top 3% on Upwork ✓ 500+ market research and competitive intelligence projects delivered ✓ Trusted by Fortune 100 & Fortune 500 C-suite and strategy teams ✓ Executive-ready reports & recommendations — no data dumps ✓ Fast turnaround with rigorous, accurate research ✓ Expert in premium secondary research — I find insights others miss ✓ Clear communication & highly structured deliverables Typical Outcomes → Stronger competitive positioning & differentiation → Faster and more confident GTM decisions → Clear visibility into competitor strategies & vulnerabilities → Precise market sizing & opportunity validation → Strong data-backed narratives for investors and leadership Tools & Capabilities Competitive Intelligence & Competitor Analysis • Comprehensive competitor profiling • SWOT analysis • Product teardowns & feature benchmarking • Pricing intelligence & positioning analysis • Competitor monitoring & market move tracking • Mystery shopping & win/loss analysis • Competitive landscape mapping & gap analysis Market Research & Industry Analysis • Industry research & trend analysis • Market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM) & opportunity assessment • Customer segmentation & persona development • Market entry feasibility & GTM research • Industry benchmarking & best practices research • Secondary/desk research across any industry Strategic Business Research • Business intelligence gathering & synthesis • Investment feasibility & due diligence support • Strategic landscape analysis • Investor-ready industry reports • Competitive positioning & differentiation strategy • Market opportunity identification & validation Industries Served SaaS • Technology • Fintech • E-commerce • Healthcare • Gaming • Supply Chain • Retail • Consumer Goods • Manufacturing • Real Estate • Education • Automotive • Energy • B2B Services Background & Credentials • Worked with C-suite & senior leadership teams at Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies • MBA — Top French Grande École • Engineering Degree (Analytics Specialization) • 15+ years in market research, competitive intelligence & strategy • Certified in Digital Strategy & Business Intelligence • Skilled in both primary & secondary research methodologies Minimum Engagement Minimum project scope: 10 hours. #keywords to help you find me: Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Industry Research, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Company Research, Online Research, Topic Research, Audience Segmentation, Targeting, Market Sizing, Data Analysis, Statistics, Survey Design, Survey Question Writing, SurveyMonkey, Survey Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Analytical Presentations, Research Methods, Secondary Research, Benchmarking