HAMMAD SIDDIQUI

Canada Startup Association

As the Founder Executive Director, I am on a mission to help new startups coming to Canada so that they start progressing quickly in the ecosystem.

Founder and Executive Director 

CAREERGURU.co

E-Learning and Live Group Coaching Programs for LinkedIn users (Job Seekers, Canadian Immigrants and Freelancers) 

Certified Mentor LinkedIn Consultant and Coach | Job Search Coaching Program | LinkedIn Profile Optimization For Job Search 

Coaching, LinkedIn profile management and and Content development services. 

For the last 10 Years, LinkedIn has been my love and life. I help my clients transform from a common LinkedIn User to an All Star LinkedIn users. Serving clients in Canada, US, Europe, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar. 

Services Offered:

♾ LinkedIn coaching to help my clients transform into All Start LinkedIn Users
♾ LinkedIn profile optimization to target the job market.
♾ LinkedIn company page development and management
♾ Content creation and LinkedIn profile management for individuals 
♾ LinkedIn Training for Senior Executives 
♾ Online (E-Learning) Programs

https://careerguru.co

Business Advisor | Solopreneurship, LinkedIn and Career Coach | E-Learning Courses 

Collective Brains

Member 

Empowering via LinkedIn 
Coaching and Mentoring Advisor 
LinkedIn coach 
LinkedIn Coach | LinkedIn Trainer & Consultant

LinkedIn Coach | Mentor and Advisor 

Al Nafi

Curriculum Development and Online Coaching: 

1. LinkedIn Coaching for Job Search and Freelancing 
2. Career Coaching 
3. Communication Skills

LinkedIn Learning Instructor | LinkedIn Coach | LinkedIn Profile Optimization 

SCMDOJO

I am creating opportunities for SCMDOJO and the Global Supply Chain Community to Connect, Collaborate, Learn and find international business opportunities 

We have created a highly engaging community platform where SCM professionals could share their knowledge, problems perceptions, techniques of problem resolution, professional values and much 
more.

Join our Supply Chain Consultants Community - Apply here: https://forms.gle/ZmKvXsF8zZ4vpsrx9
or visit https://scmdojo.com

Director Community Development

The Chartered Institute of Marketing Management of Ontario (CIMMO)

Business Development Strategy 
LinkedIn Strategy 
Membership 
LinkedIn Coach
Product Marketing

Chief Business Development Officer (LinkedIn Coach)

Center for International Private Enterprise

Training, Coaching, Project Management and Implementation, Mentoring. 
Social Media and LinkedIn Training, Career Coaching 
Advocacy, International Development. 
South Asia Expert.

Country Director | Country Head | International Development Expert 

Training, Coaching, Project Management and Implementation, Mentoring. 
Social Media and LinkedIn Training, Career Coaching 
Advocacy, International Development.
South Asia Expert.

Program Director - Asia | Regional Expert South Asia and Asia | Development Consultant 

Training, Coaching, Project Management and Implementation, Mentoring. 
Social Media and LinkedIn Training, Career Coaching 
Advocacy, International Development. 
Country Head of CIPE in Pakistan

Country Director

Program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, partnership development, grants management

Deputy Country Director

Senior Program Manager

Program Consultant

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

With reporting line to the British Deputy High Commissioner, since January 1995 to February 2006, I worked at Senior Management position during which, I led the Pakistan operation of UK Trade & Investment Department.  I was responsible for policy development and implementation, preparation of our business plan for Pakistan, co-ordination and execution of various in market projects, budgeting and monitoring, staff management and consultancy services to the British Companies interested in Pakistan market. 

Training, Coaching, Project Management and Implementation, Mentoring. 
Social Media and LinkedIn Training, Career Coaching 
Advocacy, International Development. 
My career at this organisation was over 16 years. This experience in a highly professional organisation has given me the opportunity to attain multidisciplinary experience. 

Our organisation responded to the demand from  customers that are our HQ in London and businesses based in Pakistan as well as in the UK. Hence the Senior Management position in this organisation offered a diversified experience desirable to perform decisive multi-tasks in any major outfit.

Head of Trade & Investment | Trade Promotion Advisor | Trade Development Expert 

I am a LinkedIn Solopreneur. After my 36 years of corporate career, working in 12 countries, in 2020 I started my transformational journey as a Solopreneur. Currently working on three exciting projects: Canada Startup Association where I am helping Canadian Startups grow globally, my Solopreneurship Coaching and Consulting where I am helping my clients in brand building and starting their Solopreneurship careers and my LinkedIn Management Agency. 

Startups, Solopreneurship and eLearning are three topics close to my heart. For over 36 years, I have helped countless clients in achieving excellence in growth and personal branding. 

Canada Startup Association: A membership not for profit organization that helps Canadian Startups in growth and going international. 

My eLearning projects are targeted towards creating online learning programs, personalized coaching and corporate mentoring. 

I am a strong believer in building powerful personal brands. For corporate professionals as well as for Startups, personal branding is an essential element that can ensure professional growth. 

The truth is that in today’s world LinkedIn is the most powerful personal branding tool. 

I grew my business on LinkedIn. 

Making things complicated for clients is the way to make more money, but I believe in simplicity. 

Keeping things simple works for me. 

I do the same with my clients, I have SIMPLIFIED the use of LinkedIn for Job Search, personal branding and building online business. 

Over the years, I have helped hundreds of Senior Executives in LinkedIn optimization and technical support, most of them work for global corporations. 

LinkedIn is growing leaps and bounds and rolling out new features backed by the power of Generative AI. The opportunity is in your hands to make the best use of SIMPLE Techniques. 

I want you to become in-charge of your professional branding.  

Let’s talk, I will keep it simple! 

In 1990, I started my career at British Foreign Office. Served as Head of Trade with British FCO in Pakistan and next as Regional Director at the Center for International Private Enterprise (an affiliate of US Chamber of Commerce). 

I love Canada, now my home!

I have authored three books which will help you immensely in understanding the tips and trick of using LinkedIn easily and effectively.

Visit canadastartups.co - Join us today or visit linkedinimpact.com

Mondrian Doha

Overseeing the maintenance of robust financial and accounting processes, I complete month end closing procedures, while reviewing and validating accounts. As the Financial Accountant, I reconcile statements, process payroll related journals and sanction payments. Examining balance sheet, I produce annual budgets and accounts, presenting commentary on differences between actual and budget. I take overall responsibility for consolidating account receivable and payable statements to ledgers. Examining and agreeing contracts prior to sign off, I update the contract register.

Here are some of the highlights of my achievements:

• Instrumental in the start-up of the hotel; originating processes and standard operating procedures for accounts payable, cost control and payroll; achieving compliance standards.

• Allocating and managing cash flow; successfully regulating invoices, managing monthly bank reconciliations and bank balance reports to ensure accuracy.

• Overhauling reports, producing budgets, formulating and presenting comprehensive management information; enhancing business decision making.

• Liaising with external auditors and tax advisors, appraising existing financial processes to meet audit expectations; successfully attaining no audit issues for statutory account sign off.

• Playing a pivotal role in the implementation of OASYS payroll system; achieving results on time and within budget.

Financial Accountant

Magnolia Bakery

Working at Al Hamla Hospitality – Magnolia Bakery, I controlled all aspects of financial analysis, taxation, profit forecasting, budgeting, cash flow and balance sheet management. Part of my role was to complete the annual audit. Developed rolling financial forecasts, I devised and issued reports, in addition to sharing ideas and best practice. As the Senior Accountant, I presided over management and statutory reporting, process development and fixed assets register, where I achieved accuracy in recording of additions, disposals and depreciation. I authorised monthly payroll and transfer of salaries. Also, I collated data on inventory holdings and customer profitability.

Here are some of the highlights of my achievements:

• Member of pre-opening team, instituted internal controls relating to financial functions, controlled financial and regulatory requirements; aligned standards with business strategy.

• Designed and implemented full financial reporting package and SUN Accounting system; reduced reporting deadlines, enhanced productivity and financial control.

• Processed supplier payments; confirmed on time settlement, improved cash flow.

• Partnered with multiple department leaders, devised and issued accurate finance and accounting data; supported the organisation to meet overall corporate goals.

• Examined month-end closing, clarified and conveyed financial data to senior management, provided analytical perspectives on strategic financial decisions; ensured compliance.

Senior Accountant

HNB Assurance PLC

Instrumental in the delivery of financial operations and control, I collated data to prepare financial and management reports, at all times, I presented figures in compliance with disclosure requirements. I verified accounts, financial statements, balance sheet and cash flow. Reviewing budgeting and forecasting, I produced reports and assessed KPI variance analysis.

Here are some of the highlights of my achievements:

• Conceptualised and introduced processes; improved financial control, efficiency and productivity.

• Contributed significantly to annual budget preparation critically analysed variances, examined expenses and controlled payroll; consistently met obligations and controls.

• Effectively analysed cash flow forecasts, identified improvements, presented recommendations; gained agreement for improvement in budget allocation and controls.

Assistant Accountant (Assistant Manager)

KPMG

I was promoted to Audit Supervisor in 2010, I then began leading a high performing team of audit professionals, offering training to ensure the achievement of targets. Delivered guidance throughout internal and external team members, I discussed performance, skill deficiencies and training opportunities.

Here are some of the highlights of my achievements:

• Liaised directly with senior decision makers, acquired indepth understanding of businesses; identified risks and financial statement implications, advised regulatory obligations; made improvements.

• Devised and presented audit reports; consistently met statutory rules, auditing standards and firm policy, across industries including hotels, real estate, banking, manufacturing and trading.

Audit Supervisor / Audit Senior / Audit Associate

My strengths lie in successfully designing and leading challenging finance and accounting initiatives. I have several years of experience in finance management and accounting. I work continuously to keep up to date in a compliant and quality conscious world, and always try to understand the bigger picture. I can then use my excellent communication skills, imagination and adaptability to continuously develop financial and accounting processes and solve problems.

I oversee the financial and accounting aspects of projects to ensure processes and reporting standards are achieved. Preparing for audits, I review reports and recommend corrective actions. At all times, I ensure compliance across an organisation.

A goal-oriented and self-motivated individual, I have extensive experience of directing finance initiatives, inspecting work and providing instruction. With the ability to see commercial needs, I drive change and achieve results. I greatly enjoy working on my own initiative, or as part of a team, and I am especially proud that I always demonstrate the high levels of motivation required to meet critical deadlines. Even under significant pressure, I will perform to the best of my abilities.

I have a detailed understanding of planning, management and control, throughout my career I have consistently impressed senior leaders with my ability to deliver results. Directing teams and helping others grow and develop to their full potential is something I am passionate about and is reflected in the way I go beyond what is required to train team members.

I ensure exceptional attention to detail in everything that I do, and I always demand excellence from myself and others.

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