I’m an executive leader who unites people and ideas to build high-impact teams, driving innovation in modern business models through strategic vision and focused leadership. I thrive on turning complex goals into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable outcomes. I’ve led marketing, branding, and digital transformation initiatives across energy, retail, and technology services, always with a focus on people development and sustainable growth. Throughout my career I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, crafted multi-channel campaigns, and steered change management efforts across organizations. I’m passionate about translating insights into action, developing people to reach their potential, and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Syed Musharaf

I’m an executive leader who unites people and ideas to build high-impact teams, driving innovation in modern business models through strategic vision and focused leadership. I thrive on turning complex goals into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable outcomes. I’ve led marketing, branding, and digital transformation initiatives across energy, retail, and technology services, always with a focus on people development and sustainable growth. Throughout my career I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, crafted multi-channel campaigns, and steered change management efforts across organizations. I’m passionate about translating insights into action, developing people to reach their potential, and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

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I’m an executive leader who unites people and ideas to build high-impact teams, driving innovation in modern business models through strategic vision and focused leadership. I thrive on turning complex goals into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable outcomes. I’ve led marketing, branding, and digital transformation initiatives across energy, retail, and technology services, always with a focus on people development and sustainable growth.

Throughout my career I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, crafted multi-channel campaigns, and steered change management efforts across organizations. I’m passionate about translating insights into action, developing people to reach their potential, and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head Marketing & Software Implementation / Business Analyst at Design International (formerly S.A.H Enterprises Inc)
September 1, 2021 - Present
Managed and optimized multi-channel marketing efforts, including social media, Google Ads, and website development; strategized and executed digital & conventional marketing campaigns to strengthen brand visibility and reputation; oversaw operations and team management for the company-owned “Karachi Knights” in the Cricket Mega Star League (MSL); led digital and conversational marketing initiatives while coordinating team event promotions and public engagement; conducted enterprise assessments to analyze business processes covered by the software system; developed detailed plans to enhance business process efficiency through software implementation and projected profitability milestones; utilized Agile Scrum project management tools to implement changes effectively; facilitated effective communication between IT teams, implementation teams, and end users; focused on initial staff training and ongoing learning opportunities.
Assistant General Manager – Marketing at Reliance Insurance
June 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021
Marketing, brands, allied business development; advertising, media communication, corporate arrangements, and sales corporate deals of Aviation B2B Sale; led initiatives to strengthen market presence and drive revenue growth.
Manager Marketing – Non-Fuel Retail Business at Hascol Petroleum Limited
October 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019
Developed marketing strategies, execution roadmaps, and budgets for high-street, industrial, and retail channels; led successful product launches across multiple segments and contributed to high-impact TV commercials; delivered comprehensive retail branding solutions and year-round marketing collateral; collaborated cross-functionally with retailers, NFR collaborators, and vendors to drive performance; forged strategic partnerships to expand Allied Business Retail; negotiated commercial agreements with beverage and FMCG companies and secured partnerships for ATMs, branchless banking services, and POS system integration.
Manager Allied Business & Media Communication at Hascol Petroleum Limited
February 1, 2007 - May 1, 2015
Architected Hascol’s Non-Fuel Retail (NFR) and Allied Business roadmap, integrating marketing and media-communication strategies into a single growth blueprint; served as chief media liaison and official spokesperson, cultivating press & TV relationships and directing Hascol IPO campaigns; launched taglines and brand merchandising standards; negotiated commercial agreements with beverage and FMCG partners and expanded Allied Business Retail; initiated Fuel Card program groundwork and published data-driven LPG analyses to inform portfolio decisions; represented Hascol at international forums to benchmark best practices and innovations.
Food Management System Coordinator at Marks and Spencer Ltd
April 1, 2002 - November 1, 2006
Managed food systems to ensure product availability, led in-store marketing, and supported credit card and loan sales while maintaining customer service and visual merchandising standards.
Company Coordinator at Pearl Confectionery (Pvt) Ltd
July 1, 1995 - January 1, 2002
Led new product development by coordinating with QC and Marketing; reported weekly progress to the Chairman; aligned departmental targets and streamlined cross-functional collaboration across key departments.
Economic Affair Coordinator at SGS Pakistan Ltd
May 1, 1992 - June 1, 1995
Coordinated economic affairs, supporting QA and client-facing operations.

Education

MBA - Marketing Management at Dublin Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
BSc – Mathematics, Statistics, Physics at National Science College
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
HSc - Science at Saint Patrick High School
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Qualifications

Scrum Fundamental Certified SFC
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Project Management Course Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Complete Agile Scrum Master 2023 PSM1 Course Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Digital Marketing Fundamental Certified
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Marketing Strategy Fundamental Certified
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Marketing Research Fundamental Certified
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
KAIZEN - Practitioner Master Class for Continues Improvement
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Energy & Utilities