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Director of Operations
Dua JewelersDirector of Operations
Jan. 2024Virginia, United StatesStreamlined multi-location project management focusing on improving workflow efficiency and cross-border team collaboration Developed a 3-year financial model using Excel and Power BI, successfully raising $1M in equity and securing a $1M SBA-backed line of credit. Funding supports inventory procurement and cashflow needs. Managed payroll processing and compliance, overseeing accurate and timely payments for employees across four countries. This includes our employees. Managed the authorization and allocation of company funds worth $0.5 million, ensuring financial control and transparency in operational spending. Directing cross-functional teams across Dubai, India, and Pakistan to implement and integrate the Ornate Jewelry-based ERP system, RFID inventory management, and a custom e-commerce platform, designed using Adobe Dreamweaver. Projected to reduce inventory discrepancies by 95% and increase online sales by 40%. Procured and implemented a $15,000 security solution from National Security Inc, including CCTV, monitored alarms, access control, and 24/7 live monitoring, resulting in a 30% reduction in security risk and enhanced asset protection.
Lecturer
George Mason UniversityLecturer
Jan. 2022United States• Delivered in-person and online lectures to 280+ undergraduate students. • Taught courses: Investments, Personal Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Modelling and Analysis, Contemporary Topics in Finance - Research Report Writing (Crowdfunding, Blockchain, Derivatives, SPACs).
Lecturer
Institute of Business AdministrationLecturer
Jan. 2018 - Jan. 2020Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan
Research Associate
Lahore University of Management SciencesResearch Associate
Jan. 2017Karachi• Conducted market research and extracted/analyzed surveys and existing data sets. • Drafted and edited case studies, and research papers on consumer behavior and market trends/expectations. • Co-authored: Azmat, S., Khalid, H., Skully, M., and Brown, K. (2023) The Religious Legitimacy of Islamic Banks. • Co-authoring: Azmat, S., Khalid, H., Behavioral economics and its impact on banks.
Faculty Lecturer
Bahria UniversityFaculty Lecturer
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2018Karachi Division, Sindh, Pakistan
Lecturer
Aston UniversityLecturer
Jan. 2012 - Jan. 2015Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Lecturer
Birmingham City UniversityLecturer
Jan. 2012 - Jan. 2015Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Investment Analyst
HBG HoldingsInvestment Analyst
Jan. 2008 - Jan. 2010Dubai, United Arab Emirates• Conducted economic and industrial research to design financial models. • Analyzed projects and assessed risk/subsequent returns, for $300M of petrochemical and energy sector funds. • Evaluated current investments in $200M in clean energy venture investments, and increased valuations by $50M. • Presented findings and investment options, and advised Board of Directors on profit probabilities.
Financial Planning Consultant
DHLFinancial Planning Consultant
Jan. 2004 - Jan. 2006Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan• Developed financial budget goals to reinvest $25M in annual revenue. • Led training on financial project analysis for 20 finance team members, including CFO and department heads. • Analyzed market feasibility reports of new product lines that facilitated regional store and service expansion.

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