Nader Afshar
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Senior Business Analyst and Strategy Consultant with over 17 years of experience delivering data-informed transformations and operational improvements across diverse industries. Skilled in strategic modeling, feasibility analysis, and enterprise diagnostics, guiding complex projects from inception to execution. Proficient in Power BI, SQL, Excel, Jira, Visio, and BPMS for advanced analytics, workflow design, and performance reporting. Effective at aligning business processes with organizational goals, enhancing cross-functional operations, and providing leadership with clear, actionable recommendations.
As strategic professional with focus on delivering high-value insights, provided crucial support for decision-making processes through detailed analysis. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving targets by being dependable and versatile in changing scenarios. Proficiency in data analytics and strategic planning, with strong commitment to excellence and results.
Experienced with leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and drive business growth. Utilizes advanced analytical techniques to identify opportunities and optimize processes. Track record of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and adapting strategies to meet evolving business needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Business Strategy Analyst
Witty Solutions Corp.
01.2025 - Current
- Performed comprehensive market study, financial analysis, and operation review to inform client strategies, achieving a 14% increase in acquisition metrics.
- Created adaptable business models and scalable growth plans tailored to client needs and evolving industry trends, improving organizational flexibility.
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of custom SaaS and analytics platforms, boosting operational throughput by over 24% for client ventures.
- Developed a Baldrige-based performance maturity tool, enhancing SMEs’ continues improvement.
Head of Business Analysis & Strategy
I3 Capital Inc.
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Led strategic initiatives for over 10 Startups across multiple sectors, integrating market insights, product planning, and operational enhancements.
- Directed the development of an Immitech case management platform, generating over 5,000 submissions within its launch week.
- Crafted analytics-driven go-to-market strategies, increasing revenue by $1.5M through service realignment and segmentation.
- Facilitated targeted market expansion for industrial firms, securing $750,000 in new contracts within a year.
Senior Business Analyst
I3 Capital Inc.
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Formulated data-supported financial and business plans for 17+ early-stage ventures, guiding investor pitches and scalable strategies.
- Strengthened funding efforts by conducting valuation modeling and creating investor-focused scenarios, contributing to over $1M raised.
- Ensured AI solution development aligned with business workflows through precise requirement specifications.
Business Strategy Lead
DANESH PARSIAN Inc.
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Revamped and launched a marketplace platform, attracting 1.5M users in two months and increasing revenue by 22.5% through targeted marketing and user behavior analysis.
- Evaluated supplier acquisition model and implemented optimized strategies, improving onboarding by 11.5%.
- Designed workflow processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy for a national COVID-19 vaccination tracking system.
Head of Business Analysis
FANAVACARD Co.
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Created a project value discovery model to evaluate strategic and financial feasibility, guiding executive decisions on $800K in high-margin investments.
- Automated digital service operations, reducing delivery time and raising customer satisfaction to over 80%.
- Implemented KPI-driven performance models, achieving 95% alignment with strategic goals and ranking second nationwide in compliance metrics.
Senior Business Analyst
SANA GOSTAR SABZ Co.
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared valuation and investor materials, securing $6M in venture funding.
- Established a biweekly dashboard system, achieving 83% strategic objective completion.
- Optimized processes for an e-logistics platform, improving customer satisfaction by 16%.
Business Planning and Strategy Lead
ARYAHAMRAH Co.
11.2016 - 04.2019
- Implemented MS Dynamics ERP to consolidate operational and financial data, accelerating decision-making across departments.
- Enhanced strategic goal alignment to 88% through integrated performance monitoring tools.
- Reorganized core business units, reducing redundancies by 20% and improving interdepartmental efficiency.
Business System Analyst
SHASTAN Investment Co.
11.2013 - 11.2016
- Built a centralized BI system to monitor ROI, stock metrics, and project performance.
- Improved audit success rate to 78% by standardizing processes and automating quality workflows.
- Overhauled investment governance processes, increasing transparency and decision-making efficiency.
Education
Master of Marketing Management -
Centennial College
Toronto, ON01.2023
MSc - Business Management
Sharif University of Technology
01.2009
BSc - Industrial Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
01.2005
Skills
- Business Strategy Business Analysis Process Improvement Strategic Planning Root Cause Analysis
- Market Research Business Modeling Performance Management Leadership & Team Management
- Financial Analysis Project Management Operational Efficiency Business Intelligence
- Change Management Business Transformation Customer Insights Data-Driven Decision Making
- Analytical mindset
- Industry analysis
- Competitive analysis
- Quantitative analysis
- Business intelligence
- Innovation management
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Procedure analysis
- Business case validation
- Business strategy
- Lean six sigma
- Analyze data
- Business process reengineering
- Corporate governance
- Change management
- Policy development
- Business process mapping
- Performance metrics
- Market research
- Risk management
- Workflow optimization
- Business analysis
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Continuous improvement
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Organizational management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Business Analysis Foundations – IIBA | 2022
- PMP Certification (in progress) – PMI | Expected 2025
- Google Analytics Certification – Google | 2023
- Foundation of Entrepreneurship – Sharif University | 2005
Timeline
Senior Business Strategy Analyst
Witty Solutions Corp.
01.2025 - Current
Head of Business Analysis & Strategy
I3 Capital Inc.
11.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Business Analyst
I3 Capital Inc.
01.2023 - 11.2023
Business Strategy Lead
DANESH PARSIAN Inc.
07.2021 - 02.2022
Head of Business Analysis
FANAVACARD Co.
06.2020 - 07.2021
Senior Business Analyst
SANA GOSTAR SABZ Co.
04.2019 - 05.2020
Business Planning and Strategy Lead
ARYAHAMRAH Co.
11.2016 - 04.2019
Business System Analyst
SHASTAN Investment Co.
11.2013 - 11.2016
MSc - Business Management
Sharif University of Technology
BSc - Industrial Engineering
Iran University of Science and Technology
Master of Marketing Management -
Centennial College
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