Hi, I’m Behnaz Baghaie, a design-focused professional with a background in industrial management and international trade. I lead Knot Studio Tehran, a Tehran-based team that creates custom designs using materials like wood, mirror, and steel. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible products and crafting customer-centered experiences. With over seven years in import/export and business development, I recently gained market research experience in Germany and am passionate about learning and continuous improvement. I blend problem-solving, creativity, flexibility, and attention to detail to deliver high-quality results and scalable design solutions.

Behnaz Baghaie

Hi, I’m Behnaz Baghaie, a design-focused professional with a background in industrial management and international trade. I lead Knot Studio Tehran, a Tehran-based team that creates custom designs using materials like wood, mirror, and steel. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible products and crafting customer-centered experiences. With over seven years in import/export and business development, I recently gained market research experience in Germany and am passionate about learning and continuous improvement. I blend problem-solving, creativity, flexibility, and attention to detail to deliver high-quality results and scalable design solutions.

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Hi, I’m Behnaz Baghaie, a design-focused professional with a background in industrial management and international trade. I lead Knot Studio Tehran, a Tehran-based team that creates custom designs using materials like wood, mirror, and steel. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible products and crafting customer-centered experiences.

With over seven years in import/export and business development, I recently gained market research experience in Germany and am passionate about learning and continuous improvement. I blend problem-solving, creativity, flexibility, and attention to detail to deliver high-quality results and scalable design solutions.

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Language

English
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

International Commercial Expert at Tejarat Gostar Deh Im Nikan
January 1, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Worked in international trade with a focus on import/export and market research; supported business development initiatives in Iran.
Small Business Owner at Knot Studio Tehran
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Launched and managed a Tehran-based design studio, producing customized products from wood, mirror, and steel; led design, production, and client relations.
Junior Market Research and Social Media Content Specialist at CADIS Engineering GmbH
December 31, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Conducted junior market research and managed social media content; supported digital marketing and communications efforts.
Small Business Owner at Knot Studio
December 31, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Launched a successful design business, producing customized products in wood, mirror, and steel; Tehran-based team delivering tailored design solutions.
International Commercial Expert at Tejarat Gostar Deihim Nikan
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Managed international trade activities and business development initiatives.
International Commercial Expert at Ofogh Novin Tejarat Zand
December 31, 2015 - September 17, 2025
Assisted in international commercial operations and market expansion.
Role Not Specified at CADIS Engineering GmbH
December 31, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Engaged with CADIS Engineering GmbH on design/engineering initiatives (dates: 2023-2024).

Education

Master of Science in Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship at Hochschule Neu-Ulm (Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Master of Arts at Azad University Tehran
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts at Shiekh Bahaei University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
High School Diploma at Farsat High School
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
Master of Science in Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship at Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Neu-Ulm)
January 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Master of Arts in Industrial Management at Azad University Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Management at Sheikh Bahai University, Isfahan, Iran
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Doctorate in Business Administration
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Academic IELTS
January 1, 2015 - September 17, 2025
Doctorate in Business Administration
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
IELTS Certificate Level 6.5 (B2)
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
Advanced Business English Course Level A1
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other