Venture Beyond

> Scaling eCommerce brands between $100k/month and $5M/month
> Producing 25 to 1,000 new Ad Creatives/month for each brand we work with
> The 'Go to Market' agency for retail brands entering E-commerce

An elite team; singularly focused on the art of scaling e-commerce brands. Our goal: transforming $5M ventures into $10-$100M market leaders. 

Now, backed by a solid track record of success, our once ambitious goal has become a reality. For a deeper dive into our transformative achievements, I'd love for you to explore the case studies featured on our website: www.theventurebeyond.com/case-studies

Chief Executive Officer

Montague Land

We serve as the trusted partner for many landowners throughout the Midlands, with a singular mission: to unleash the untapped potential of their land investments. Our specialization lies in the identification and acquisition of premium land parcels, perfectly suited for both residential and leisure development.

Our commitment revolves around simplifying the planning permission process for landowners, ultimately leading to the prosperous sale of these coveted sites to property developers.

For an in-depth look at our current projects, we invite you to explore: https://montagueland.com/projects/

Co-founder & Investor

Partners in Property Community

During my tenure as a Partner, I played a pivotal role in transforming our business. We transitioned from a single monthly event in Birmingham to a thriving UK-wide property community with events in multiple locations.

I helped establish a robust online community, which not only facilitated the nationwide presence of the brand but also generated a recurring revenue stream that continued beyond my tenure as I went on to pursue other ventures.

Partner & Growth Marketer

Anytime Fitness

I served as the owner and operator of an award winning Anytime Fitness franchise located in the Midlands where we built a thriving community of fitness enthusiasts.

Managing Director

Deloitte

This is where I began my professional career, undertaking accountancy training whilst working in the Corporate Finance team in Birmingham, UK.

I achieved the coveted ACA chartered accountancy qualification through a comprehensive 15-exam journey with all first time passes. I specialised in financial restructuring, corporate turnaround, and insolvency procedures, whilst acquiring a robust foundation in the fundamentals of accounting.

Corporate Finance Associate

▶️ My Current Chapter: E-commerce

In 2020, I embarked on a new phase in my entrepreneurial journey, assuming the role of CEO at Venture Beyond, a DTC growth marketing agency focused on scaling e-commerce brands. My primary mission has been to build and lead an elite team, singularly focused on the art of scaling brands. Our goal: transforming $5M/year ventures into $10-$100M market leaders.

Now, backed by a solid track record of success, our once ambitious goal has become a reality. For a deeper dive into our transformative achievements, I'd love for you to explore the case studies featured on our website: www.theventurebeyond.com/case-studies

So, what distinguishes us?

It's our uncompromising 'by any means necessary' approach.

We relentlessly seek and attack the critical bottlenecks to growth. Instead of offering numerous disconnected services we focus on integrating an array of tactics into a strategy tailored specifically to the growth objectives of the brands we partner with.

Want to work with us? https://zaap.bio/shahbazk


▶️ Previous Chapters: A Mix of Entrepreneurial Ventures

2019: I was property trading, buying and selling 22 properties during lockdown.

2018: Completion and sale of my first development of 18 flats, marking my entry into property development.

2017: My first land deal which led to 41 retirement flats being built, a venture that introduced me to the Land Promotion industry. This led me to setup Montague Land with my co-founder where we currently have 500+ plots under contract. I am now an investment partner but continue to take an active interest in the growth of the business.

Before this I've had several business interests over time:
- Gym owner
- Event ticker reseller
- Wedding photographer
- eBay powerseller
- Property community with 500+ members
- AirBNB business operator
- Cleaning business owner
- Car trader


▶️ Foundations: Academia and Early Career

I graduated in Mathematics and went on to get my ACA Chartered Accountancy accreditation whilst training at Deloitte in Corporate Finance. I soon discovered that my true calling extended beyond the traditional corporate path. Entrepreneurial sparks first flew at 15 when I made my first sale, igniting a drive that culminated in years of side-hustles and eventually led to the world of full-time entrepreneurship.


❤️ Social Impact: Malawi

I helped setup water irrigation schemes in Malawi where we have raised over £200k to date, establishing food security to over 10,000 people in perpetuity. Drop me a message to get involved: 
https://justgiving.com/campaign/irrigations

Shahbaz Khokhar

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• Developed and maintained full stack web applications using Reactjs and Laravel for seamless user experience.
• Implemented responsive design and optimized performance for high traffic websites.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Full Stack Web App Developer (Reactjs and Laravel)

Wivro

• Founded Wivro, an award-winning web design agency.
• Expanded service offerings to include web design, development, mobile app development, eMarketing, SEO, hosting, and more.
• Grew a talented team of web designers, developers, analysts, strategists, and project managers.
• Maintained a competitive edge by continuously innovating and expanding service offerings.
• Delivered expert and cost-effective solutions to clients, exceeding their expectations.

Managing Director & Founder

AnalogFolk

• Lead development of complex admin panel in Laravel and Vue.js, streamlining operations for AnalogFolk.
• Leverage Agile methodology with Jira to ensure efficient project delivery and team collaboration.
• Implement robust version control through Git, guaranteeing code history tracking and seamless collaboration.
• Champion effective technical leadership, fostering a high-performing development team at AnalogFolk.
• Deliver results-oriented solutions, aligning technology with client needs and driving business success.

Full Stack Development Lead

Upwork

• 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩-𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬 𝐔𝐩𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟏𝟎+ 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬: Earned $100k+ through long-term projects, demonstrating consistent client satisfaction and high-quality work.
• 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐛 & 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: Proficient in backend (PHP, Laravel, Node.js), frontend (React, Vue, Nuxt.js), mobile (Flutter, React Native), and cloud (Google Cloud, AWS).
• 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Successfully partnered with clients on long-term projects, showcasing commitment and ability to deliver sustained value.
• 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫: Comfortable working across various technologies and platforms, ensuring project success regardless of specific requirements.
• 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Driven by the challenge of building cutting-edge applications that solve real-world problems.

Full Stack Engineer | Full Stack Web & Mobile App Developer | Senior PHP Developer

Blue Horn Technologies

• Founded BlueHorn Technologies, an IT & Digital Solutions provider.
• Delivered best-in-class, affordable solutions for e-commerce and marketplace sellers, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Spearheaded complex projects for renowned entrepreneurs and managed outsourcing in the tech industry.
• Guided clients through the entire outsourcing journey, fostering close collaboration.
• Offered flexible project management models, including fixed-price and dedicated teams.

Founding Engineer

Holland & Barrett

• Architected and built a responsive admin panel with Vue.js and Nuxt.js for efficient user management.
• Streamlined project workflows using Jira for clear task tracking and improved team collaboration.
• Leveraged Git for effective version control and implementation of agile development practices.
• Contributed to a high-performing team environment through active participation and knowledge sharing.
• Delivered high-quality code that adhered to best practices and met client expectations.

Senior Full Stack Developer

Speech Link

• Architected and implemented Laravel microservices for Exam Application, enhancing scalability and maintainability.
• Delivered efficient front-end using Nuxt.js, optimizing user experience and performance.
• Designed and optimized database schema for efficient data management.
• Leveraged Git effectively for version control and collaboration, ensuring project integrity.
• Successfully deployed and maintained the application in a contract role at Speech Link.

• Successfully modernized aging CRM to PHP 7, boosting performance and security.
• Led development of Laravel microservices, enhancing modularity and scalability.
• Optimized database design, improving data integrity and query efficiency.
• Implemented Git for seamless version control and collaboration.
• Delivered high-quality code while adhering to agile principles and deadlines.

Senior PHP Developer

Reapit

• Upgraded existing application to leverage PHP 7 and AngularJS, enhancing performance and maintainability.
• Refactored database schema for improved efficiency and scalability, aligning with modern best practices.
• Implemented Git version control, facilitating collaboration and ensuring code integrity throughout the development cycle.
• Successfully implemented key system updates while managing project scope and maintaining high uptime.
• Utilized diverse skillset encompassing backend (PHP 7) and frontend (AngularJS) technologies.

Secret Cinema

• Built bespoke Laravel 8 & Vue.js application from scratch for Secret Cinema.
• Designed and implemented robust database structure for efficient data management.
• Leveraged Git for seamless version control and collaboration within the project.
• Successfully integrated Shopify for seamless e-commerce functionality.
• Delivered a high-performance, scalable, and secure solution for a leading immersive entertainment company.

I am a Senior Full Stack Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering web, mobile, cloud, and AI-powered applications across industries including healthcare, retail, e-commerce, and SaaS. I specialise in PHP (Laravel), React, Node.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Flutter, and AI/ML integration building scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions for clients worldwide.

Core Competencies & Skills:

Full Stack Development (PHP, Laravel, React, Node.js, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Flutter, Angular)

Cloud Solutions are (AWS, Google Cloud, serverless architecture, CI/CD pipelines)

Backend Engineering (is REST API development, microservices architecture, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB)

AI/ML Integration (Hugging Face, Python, natural language processing, automation features)

Frontend Development (Responsive design, UX optimisation, cross-platform mobile apps)

Version Control & Collaboration (Git, SVN, agile delivery, distributed teams)

Project Highlights:

Delivered 50+ enterprise-grade web & mobile applications, CRMs, SaaS platforms, and e-commerce systems.

Modernised legacy applications for Holland & Barrett, NHS, and AnalogFolk, improving performance and security.

Integrated AI/ML models to automate workflows and enhance user experiences.

Led distributed teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Currently Open For

Contract & Remote Full Stack Development (PHP, Laravel, React, Node.js)

Cloud Integration & Legacy System Modernisation

AI/ML-Enhanced Application Development

I combine technical expertise with business-focused problem-solving to deliver solutions that meet both present needs and future growth.

Let’s connect if you need a proven contract developer to accelerate your project delivery.

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