Ali Asghar Akhtar

I am a qualified marketing professional with more than 15 years of business experience leading competitive, 360-degree go-to-market strategies, brand building, for well-known MNCs and government organizations in B2B and B2C markets in the Middle East & Canada. I am a dedicated and goal-oriented person, and I am determined to add value to the company I work for by using my knowledge effectively and ability to continuously learn from others.

In a nutshell, I'm a methodical, diligent, organized, and hardworking professional. I'm ready to take on a new challenge, an energetic marketer who is up to date on the latest trends, and a team player with effective communication skills. My main goal is always to deliver best performance and develop my soft skills so that I am a well-rounded personality and seen as trustworthy and reliable in the business world. My relevant skills have been honed by my work experience and continuing education:

• Strategic Development: Developing & executing market communication, marketing/business plan, conducting research, monitoring consumer trends, and evaluating industry best practices in order to develop brand strategies and roadmaps with P&L/marketing budget accountability.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Excellent communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working with cross-functional, on-site, hybrid or remote in dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Partnership Building: Forming strategic alliances/partnerships for establishing organizational presence across verticals & geographies and sowing the seeds of revenue-generating streams.
• Integrated Campaigns: Sound knowledge of implementing cost-effective Integrated Marketing Campaigns via Media Channels (TV, print, radio, email, digital, and social media), PR, Events, Exhibitions, and Marketing Collaterals.
• Evolved Leadership: A change leader who is motivated to deliver; foresighted to pre-empt criticalities and address concerns

I have contributed positively to my previous organization in many ways. I have developed long lasting positive professional relationships with my colleagues and humbled to work in amazing organizations. Along with my qualifications, and achieving desired KPIs, I also have a fair amount of experience and skill in aligning myself to the company's cultural heritage, values and vision. I'm sure that my experience and passion for bringing new & scalable ideas will be beneficial in the new organization well.

I am eager to discuss how my background and skills can contribute to company’s success and help achieve your organizational goals.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to speak with you.

Thanking you.

Sincerely,

ALI ASGHAR AKHTAR

15+ years of marketing experience in B2B & B2C business environment

Last experience- Informa Canada

Last job- Marketing Manager

Years of Experience- 15+ years

Looking for freelance/hourly paid job

My soft skills- Effective Communication, Leadership, Collaboration, Customer Centric, highly developed interpersonal skills, Teamwork, Highly adaptive in any environment

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Business School- Hult International Business School, New York, USA