ABBAS KHAN

Head of Marketing and Operations
Dubai, AE.

About

Results-driven Product Owner and Head of Marketing & Operations with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative marketing solutions and maximize ROI. Expert in leveraging data analytics and market research to drive customer-centric product development, consistently enhancing user experience and achieving strategic business objectives. Possesses in-depth market knowledge across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Brazil, positioning organizations for significant growth and competitive advantage.

Work

KHELOYAR, MAGICWIN.L7 Exchange, BETPRO, BETVORO, NDA(IGAMING)
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Head of Marketing and Operations

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Led comprehensive product development and brand strategy from ideation to launch, ensuring market alignment and customer satisfaction for iGaming platforms across multiple regions.

Highlights

Spearheaded product development from initial concept to market launch, ensuring seamless alignment with prevailing market trends and evolving customer needs.

Successfully launched and executed brand strategies across India, Pakistan, Brazil, and Bangladesh, significantly expanding market presence and user acquisition.

Conducted in-depth market analysis and competitor research, informing product strategy and positioning to capture competitive advantage and maximize user engagement.

Developed and maintained robust product roadmaps, strategically prioritizing features based on comprehensive customer feedback and key business goals.

Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product launches and continuous improvement cycles.

Advocated for superior user experience by implementing usability testing and gathering critical customer insights to drive product enhancements.

Monitored product performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), driving data-driven improvements and strategic enhancements.

Communicated regularly with stakeholders, providing transparent updates and gathering feedback to ensure ongoing alignment and development.

NDA(IGAMING)
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Head of Digital Marketing

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Developed and executed a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, managing acquisition budgets and leading a team to optimize conversion and retention for casino players.

Highlights

Formulated and implemented a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, driving significant improvements in online visibility and user acquisition.

Built, trained, and managed a high-performing team across SEO, PPC, Facebook, and Affiliate marketing channels, achieving departmental objectives.

Managed substantial acquisition marketing budgets, optimizing spend for maximum ROI across various digital platforms.

Led the development and execution of conversion, retention, and promotional activities for casino players, enhancing direct traffic and cross-sell opportunities.

Defined and owned the roadmap for growth strategy, consistently identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities.

Oversaw the creation and characterization of all marketing materials, including mailers, landing pages, banners, and promotional texts.

Cultivated and supported key external affiliate partnerships, negotiating and executing strategic deals to expand reach.

Analyzed and optimized online network performance, ensuring continuous improvement in campaign effectiveness and user engagement.

REHMAN TRAVELS
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Head of Digital Marketing

Summary

Managed the pre- and post-launch phases of a travel portal, designing and implementing e-Commerce and marketing strategies to drive online growth.

Highlights

Managed the full lifecycle of portal launch, from pre-planning to post-launch optimization, ensuring a successful market entry.

Designed and implemented a robust e-Commerce and marketing strategy, significantly increasing online sales and brand presence.

Oversaw digital marketing and content operations, leading cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive campaigns.

Developed and executed comprehensive strategies for SEO, SEM (Google Adwords), Facebook, and eMail Marketing campaigns, enhancing online visibility and lead generation.

Built a scalable platform for future channels, including Affiliate, CRM, and other marketing initiatives, ensuring long-term growth.

Provided continuous training and updates to management and teams on digital marketing standards and e-Commerce best practices.

Monitored daily goals and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and refine future marketing strategies.

Code Studio
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SEO and Digital Marketing Manager

Summary

Managed diverse digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, Social, and eMail marketing, to enhance online presence and drive conversions.

Highlights

Managed key digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, Social Media, and eMail marketing, to optimize online visibility and engagement.

Designed and implemented effective digital marketing strategies, achieving measurable improvements in campaign performance.

Planned and implemented departmental KPIs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving team accountability.

Managed team and channel performance operations, optimizing workflows and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

Provided strategic support and education to management and teams on e-Commerce standards and best practices.

Monitored traffic, crawling activity, and conversion statistics using Google Analytics and marketing tools to derive actionable insights.

Defined clear development requirements with the development team, ensuring marketing initiatives were technically supported and implemented efficiently.

Provided specialized technological suggestions to supervise and direct algorithm operative functions, enhancing overall campaign effectiveness.

ROCKET INTERNET(DARAZ/JUMIA)
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Digital Marketing Manager

Summary

Designed, developed, and implemented digital marketing strategies for Vendito, focusing on measurable KPIs, budget management, and organic/affiliate channel growth.

Highlights

Designed, developed, and implemented comprehensive digital marketing strategies for Vendito, tailored to local and international markets.

Planned measurable KPIs, budgets, and goals for Organic and Affiliate channels, driving targeted growth and performance.

Conducted extensive research and analysis on business, products, and target markets to ensure high-quality results and traffic generation.

Monitored and reported on traffic, conversions, and trends using Google Analytics, Google Webmaster Tool, WebTrack, and Microsoft IIS SEO Toolkit.

Executed social media marketing campaigns through Facebook paid ads, significantly increasing brand reach and engagement.

Recommended and implemented user and search engine friendly site tweaks, leading to improvements in rankings, conversions, and ROI.

Managed and mentored team members across departments, enhancing understanding of e-commerce, online marketing concepts, and metrics.

Implemented and managed the Affiliate channel for vendito.com, expanding partnership opportunities and driving referral traffic.

Provided strategic inputs and ideas for offline marketing, customer support, and cross-departmental collaboration to align with organizational goals.

ROYAAH SERVICES MALAYSIA
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Programming Engineer

MALAYSIA

Summary

Developed PHP scripts to automate language and content creation for new countries, configured new country databases, and contributed to new function development.

Highlights

Developed PHP scripts to automate language and content creation for new country deployments, streamlining localization processes.

Configured new countries' setups and databases, ensuring seamless integration and functionality for expanded operations.

Contributed to new function development by addressing various tickets in JIRA, enhancing system capabilities and user experience.

MAGMALOGIX PAKISTAN
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Junior Web Developer

PAKISTAN

Summary

Developed themes for various CMS platforms and integrated APIs, contributing to the creation of both static and dynamic websites.

Highlights

Developed custom themes for Joomla, WordPress, and Drupal, enhancing website aesthetics and user experience.

Integrated and customized various API modules, expanding website functionality and data exchange capabilities.

Developed small static and dynamic websites from concept to deployment, meeting client specifications and project deadlines.

INTERTEC BUSINESS SYSTEM PAKISTAN
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Database Developer

PAKISTAN

Summary

Developed themes for CMS platforms, implemented ERP systems, and customized reports using Oracle Apex and BI publisher for diverse business needs.

Highlights

Developed themes for Joomla, WordPress, and Drupal, contributing to diverse web development projects.

Implemented and provided support for ERP systems, ensuring efficient business operations and data management.

Developed and supported databases for Associated Group entities including Jamshoro Joint Venture Limited, LPG GAS, LUB.GAS, and Mehran GAS.

Customized reports for sales, stock, and other business functions using Oracle Apex and BI Publisher, providing critical insights for decision-making.

Education

UNIVERSITY OF PARIS EST CRETEIL, FRANCE
FRANCE, France

International Master

Informatics

Courses

Advance Programming (C++/Xcode, Open CV, Open GL)

Web applications (CodeIgniter framework, Phalcon)

Computer vision and augmented reality

Project Management (JIRA, Redmine)

Biometrics

COMSATS INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PAKISTAN, Pakistan

BSc in Computer Science (Specialization in Web Engineering)

Computer Science

Courses

Software Engineering

Computer Architecture

Artificial Intelligence

Web Engineering

Advance Database Programming

Data structure and Algorithm Analysis

Network and wireless Communication

Advance programming (C,C++) and Computer Graphics

Awards

Best Project of the Year

Awarded By

University of Paris Est Creteil

Awarded for the final project: Mobile Application for Attendance using Image Processing.

2nd Position in Department

Awarded By

University of Paris Est Creteil

Achieved 2nd position within the department for academic performance.

Languages

English
Urdu
Hindi
French

Skills

Digital Marketing & SEO

Cloaking, Google Analytics & Search Console Expertise, Similarweb, Technical SEO, Local SEO, International SEO, Google Ads, PPC, Display Ads, FB Ad Campaigns, Email marketing, Affiliate Marketing.

Project Management & Collaboration

JIRA, Redmine, Bitrix CRM, Cross-functional Leadership, Stakeholder Management.

Programming & Development

Open CV, MATLAB, Python, C/C++, PHP, PhpPhalcon, Open GL, Joomla, Java Script, Magento, OracleApex, Xcode, CodeIgniter, Wordpress, Drupal.

Data & Analytics

Market Analysis, Competitor Research, KPI Monitoring, Traffic Monitoring, Conversion Stats, Google Analytics, Google Webmaster Tool, WebTrack, Microsoft IIS SEO Toolkit.

E-commerce & Operations

Product Owner, Product Roadmaps, Backlog Prioritization, Brand Strategies, User Experience (UX), Team Management, Budget Management, Conversion Optimization, Retention Strategies, Content Operations.

Projects

Mobile Application for Attendance using Image Processing

Summary

Developed a mobile application for attendance tracking utilizing advanced image processing techniques.

Web application for image searching and crawling

Summary

Developed a web application designed for image searching and crawling capabilities.