Ahhad Haque

Marketing graduate with hands-on experience in business development, partner acquisition, host management, and marketplace growth at Travela. Proven track record of onboarding and managing 450+ partners, expanding operations across 28+ districts, and activating 1,300+ listings. Experienced in campaign management, listing performance checks, MOU preparation, policy development, negotiation, and team coordination.

Strong in data-driven decision-making, client relationship management, and problem-solving, with multiple Employee of the Month recognitions for consistently exceeding KPIs.

Executive, Business Development at Travela (2025-04 – Present)

Travela is a marketplace specializing in short-term and long-term accommodations.

• Led host acquisition initiatives by identifying, engaging, and onboarding potential partners through targeted outreach and competitor research.
• Managed the end-to-end host onboarding lifecycle as the primary point of contact, maintaining strong long-term host relationships.
• Trained and mentored hosts on app usage, platform features, guest communication, booking conversion, and policy compliance.
• Guided hosts on listing optimization, pricing strategy, and market positioning to improve visibility, competitiveness, and booking performance.
• Conducted market demand analysis, competitor benchmarking, and location-based research to identify supply gaps and high-potential areas.
• Planned and executed campaigns, listing boosting initiatives, host engagement activities, and promotional events to support booking and revenue growth.
• Handled host issues, escalations, and policy violations while ensuring service quality, compliance, and partner retention.
• Conducted property validation visits and supported field-level business development activities.
• Managed admin panel operations, listing updates, performance tracking, and reporting to support data-driven business decisions.
• Supported MOU preparation, host policy development, operational guidelines, and cross-functional coordination.
• Guided team members and coordinated daily activities to support execution of business development targets.

Jr. Executive, Business Development at Travela (2024-04 – 2025-04)

• Listed and published properties on the platform, ensuring accurate and up-to-date content.
• Managed customer relationships (CRM), maintaining strong communication with hosts and guests.
• Resolved day-to-day operational issues to maintain smooth platform performance.
• Managed and maintained internal databases for accurate record-keeping.

Executive, Sales and Marketing at North Sea Housing & Constitution LTD (2023-06 – 2023-11)

A company providing housing and accommodation services.

• Provided IT support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Managed client relationships to support business growth.
• Achieved assigned sales targets through proactive client engagement.
• Handled customer inquiries and service requests professionally.
• Maintained strong relationships with existing customers to encourage repeat business.

Peer Leader at Kore Search, Niketon (2023-11 – 2024-05)

• Represented the peer leadership program in outreach events, recruiting new members and expanding program reach.
• Assisted in planning and facilitating workshops that boosted student participation and skill development.
• Promoted awareness of leadership initiatives through campus engagement and social media outreach.
• Fostered collaboration among peer leaders, resulting in improved team dynamics and event execution.

Bachelor of Business Administration in BBA – Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT) (2019-01 – 2023-01)

Higher Secondary Certificate in HSC – Dhaka Commerce College (DCC) (2016-01 – 2018-01)

Secondary School Certificate in SSC – FM International School and College (2014-01 – 2016-01)