Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications
Transitional Strengths for Fitness Leadership
Fitness & Community Involvement
Timeline
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QASIM IQBAL

Fitness Manager | Team Leader | Client Engagement Specialist
Vancouver

Summary

Results-driven leader with a passion for fitness, client service, and high-performance team development. Consistently surpassing KPIs, with a proven track record of driving member engagement and coaching teams to achieve peak performance. In 2024, took a deliberate career break to provide family caregiving while actively pursuing professional development, including working towards an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification. I am now fully available and recharged, eager to bring strong leadership skills, client-focused service, and operational excellence to a dynamic fitness management role.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Sales Manager

IWG PLC
Vancouver, BC
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Developed compelling sales presentations and participated in negotiations with key clients to influence and close deals.
  • Consistently achieved and surpassed key performance indicators (KPIs), such as monthly sales targets of 100 square meters and a revenue of C$100k as well as 15 deals per month.
  • Facilitated communication and coordination between different teams to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans for the assigned territory.
  • Implemented customer-centric initiatives to enhance client satisfaction and retention rates.

Area Sales Manager

IWG PLC
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Managed a cluster of business centres measuring over 400 square meters .
  • Consistently exceeded individual monthly target of 100 square meters as well as cluster sales targets from Q4 2021 till Q4 2022.
  • Successfully closed and retained high-value clients in Pakistan through effective consultative sales strategies and excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in hiring, training and supervision of Sales Managers. Administered and implemented strategy to support area sales goals.
  • Monitored flexible working trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.

Community Engagement & Operations Manager

IWG PLC
04.2018 - 09.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service to customers and ensuring a monthly Net Promoter Score of at least 90% , increasing client retention by 70% and Month-on-Month revenue growth of 10% for the respective business centre.
  • Helped reduce 25% CAPEX cost through transparent HVAC tender process and supervised project till completion.
  • Slashed IT recurring cost 50% through efficient Vendor Management, by negotiating pricing while ensuring continuation and enhancement of services.
  • Closed and retained three high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.

Project Manager

AB GROUP
02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Managed operations, sales, marketing and strategic aspects of “Naval Anchorage Gwadar” with direct reporting to Chairman.
  • Developed and retained a channel network of over 500 real-estate agents for marketing and sale of housing scheme, and act as primary Point-Of-Contact for any project related inquiry.

Business Risk Manager

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK PAKISTAN
12.2013 - 04.2016
  • Designed and improved business processes to ensure business growth while making sure appropriate risk and control measures are in place.
  • Conducted Root Cause Analysis against identified risks and issues. Monitored resolution by establishing new and/or change existing processes.
  • Accountable for all process improvements and operational risks identified during internal, external and regulatory audit within Corporate Banking.

CDD Execution Specialist

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK PAKISTAN
06.2012 - 12.2013

Education

BBA - Marketing

IQRA University
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Staff Development

  • Community Engagement & Inclusion

  • Results-Based Planning

  • Client-Centered Service Delivery

  • Process Improvement & Reporting

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Club Operations & Administration

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Coaching & Mentorship

  • Member Engagement & Retention

  • Sales & KPI Achievement

  • Team Leadership & Staff Development

Certifications

- NSCA - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (In Progress) Expected Completion: June 2025

- CanFitPro - Personal Training Specialist (2023)

- American Council on Exercise (ACE) - Certified Personal Trainer (2019)


Transitional Strengths for Fitness Leadership

  • Spearheaded high-performing teams that consistently exceeded sales and client service targets in diverse environments.
  • Increased client retention by over 70% and sustained a monthly Net Promoter Score (NPS) above 90% through consistently delivering personalized, high-impact member experiences.
  • Developed and executed client-focused strategies that generated consistent month-on-month revenue growth.
  • Demonstrated a strong passion for fitness, personal wellness, and team development through volunteer coaching and ongoing certification.
  • Managed administration, vendor relationships, and reporting processes to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Excelled at coaching and mentoring team members, fostering a high-performance, inclusive environment that supports personal and professional growth.

Fitness & Community Involvement

  • Volunteered as a Health and Wellness Coach for a women-focused non-profit organization in 2023.
  • Educated members on healthy eating habits, nutrition principles, and weight management strategies.
  • Conducted personalized static and dynamic postural assessments to design individualized exercise programs aligned with client goals.
  • Promoted physical and mental well-being through inclusive, supportive coaching and education.

Timeline

Area Sales Manager

IWG PLC
10.2023 - 04.2024

Area Sales Manager

IWG PLC
10.2021 - 01.2023

Community Engagement & Operations Manager

IWG PLC
04.2018 - 09.2021

Project Manager

AB GROUP
02.2017 - 04.2018

Business Risk Manager

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK PAKISTAN
12.2013 - 04.2016

CDD Execution Specialist

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK PAKISTAN
06.2012 - 12.2013

BBA - Marketing

IQRA University
04.2001 -
QASIM IQBALFitness Manager | Team Leader | Client Engagement Specialist