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TUFAIL Ahmed Khan

TUFAIL Ahmed Khan

Passionate Marketer & Event Professional
Dubai

Summary

Experienced and articulate professional with a growth-focused mindset. Proven track record in managing events, conferences, webinars, and client-side training operations to achieve business milestones. Successfully oversees complete event operations from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to requirements, target audience, and objectives. Recommends improvements for event success, controls budgets, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Builds and maintains long-lasting relationships with valuable clients while consistently delivering outstanding services. Intuitive leader skilled in developing multiple teams and delivering effective training to provide high-level executive support.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PAFLA – Pakistan Freelancers Association
Karachi, Sindh
1 2022 - Current
  • Spearhead the management of overall business operations by formulating and implementing impactful strategies, developing high-performance teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to produce desired results
  • Provide strategic guidance to millions of freelancers by mentoring, offering opportunities, and partnering with government, industries, and academia to grow their career and overcome challenges
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.

CEO & HEAD OF MARKETING, EVENTS & TRAININGS

Dellsons Management Consultancies & Trainings
Dubai
01.2023 - Current
  • Successfully managing NymCard UAE and Relational Greece as a Consultant and executed Pakistan Remittance Conference in Dubai, UAE in collaboration with FERG UAE and Embassy of Pakistan, Abu Dhabi
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
  • Elevated brand visibility and market share with launch of highly successful digital marketing campaign.

HEAD OF EVENTS & ACTIVATIONS

Nutshell Group
Karachi, Sindh
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Executed clients’ high-profile events / webinars from initiation to completion by developing digital strategies, using live streaming tools, including Zoom and StreamYard, and handling live streaming activities to achieve strategic objectives
  • Partnered with multiple clients, such as K-Electric, Unifonic KSA, Engro Corp, JBS, Engro Energy, UBL, Habib Metropolitan Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank and TCS as well as liaised with cross-functional teams, C-level executives, account directors to achieve business objectives with events and activities
  • Conducted over 20 webinars (Virtual Event) for State Bank of Pakistan Roshan Digital Project with Banks, handled pre- and post-event operations, ensured speaking engagement of executives, and directed staff to ensure successful execution
  • Secured highest client satisfaction through identifying and addressing diversified needs pertaining to solicited / unsolicited events or conferences, handling queries and concerns, and delivering exceptional service
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

HEAD OF BUSINESS

Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan, SECP
Karachi, SD
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Built and strengthened relationships with industry partners to drive growth.
  • Fostered relationships with partners, stakeholders and members
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely response to issues and proactive problem-solving measures.
  • Developed and implemented successful strategies for building company sales.
  • Set and monitored annual budgets for departments and entire business.

PROJECT DIRECTOR – DELEGATE SALES

Pakistan Advertising Association, AdAsia
Karachi, Sindh
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Hosted and managed AdAsia; a high-profile global conference of advertising professionals through managing digital sales and marketing activities and establishing enduring coordination with delegates to ensure successful execution of event
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align organizational strategies with long-term business objectives through effective planning and execution of key projects.
  • Oversaw up to 10 projects simultaneously without sacrificing standards.
  • Mentored and coached junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized professional growth.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT HEAD – APAC AND MENA REGION

The Talent Games
Karachi, Sindh
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Effectively collaborated with prestigious clients, such as Coke, Nestle, and PSO at SBCG or Workstream Automation and prepared and presented insightful reports before management to adhere to audit requirements
  • Acknowledged by senior leadership for introducing and executing partnerships with international HR consultants through LinkedIn and signing MoUs to expand market internally
  • Increased company revenue through strategic market analysis and competitive intelligence research.
  • Identified potential partnership opportunities through extensive market research and networking events.

DIRECTOR CLIENT SERVICES & SPECIAL PROJECTS

Workstream Automation UK
Karachi, Sindh
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Led high-value clients, such as Silk Bank and JS Investment Limited and monitored Squirrel; a sales automation application developed for salesforce staff, through tracking users’ daily login activities regarding account profits, deposits, client meetings, and database
  • Offered remarkable client service by conducting team training in groups and individuals across Pakistan by visiting branches, resolving staff and management queries, and ensuring delivery of optimum end-user experience
  • Boosted business productivity by checking user login activities, preparing detailed reports by including visited branches and login count, presenting data before management, and suggesting process improvements
  • Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.

GM TRAINING DIVISION TERRABIZ PAKISTAN AND SIMFOTIX UAE / SENIOR MANAGER SALES & MARKETING / EXECUTIVE CONFERENCES

Terrabiz Group
Karachi, Sindh
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Administered multiple corporate national and international events, conferences, and training through developing high-quality sales and marketing strategies, and scheduling / organizing event speakers in a professional manner
  • Played an instrumental role in maintaining annual training calendar, arranging customized training for companies and banks, and leading all events to streamline workflow
  • Executed South Asia Cities Conference in coordination with the Government of Sindh and Institute of Architects, Pakistan while delivering excellent client service to ensure utmost client satisfaction
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Enhanced employee retention, providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Education

MBA - Marketing

University of Karachi
Karachi, SD
01.2009 - 01.2010

BBA - Marketing

University of Karachi
Karachi, SD
01.2007 - 01.2009

Skills

Events Planning & Execution

Performancehighlights

  • Successfully managed Pakistan Pavilion at flagship events like GITEX of Dubai World Trade Center, UAE, Fintech Surge, Dubai Fintech Summit by DIFC.
  • Managing Nymcard, UAE and Relational Greece as a Consultant Marketing on behalf of Dellsons Consultancy UAE.
  • Managed Google Project in Pakistan on Soft Skills Courses for Youth and Freelancers.
  • Planning & Managed First Remittance Conference in Dubai at PAD, UAE with FERG and Embassy of Pakistan Abu Dhabi.
  • Trained 1000+ youth, freelancers and professionals on Personal Branding and LinkedIn.
  • Planned & Managed United Bank Limited (UBL) Freelancer Digital Account Opening Ceremony in Pakistan.
  • Managed high profile Gala Dinner of Atif Aslam (Singer) at Mohatta Palace Karachi for FIB (Lockton) in Pakistan.
  • Successfully organized multiple high-profile events and conferences, including BOSCH Compliance Conference, ICAP National Finance Olympiad, SECP SAARC Insurance Regulators Conference, and ICAP CFO Conference.
  • Revitalized Anti Money Laundering Certification in Pakistan by effective strategy while coordinating with IFMP members to design efficient plans for training, webinars, events, sales, and marketing.
  • Managed launching event of Google (google.com.pk) in Lahore and Karachi, Pakistan with Google Singapore Team by demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Executed mega corporate trainings, such as Dr. Marshall Goldsmith and conducted over 50 webinars while arranging Dawn Pakistan Agricultural Conference, first Cold Chain Conference by SCAP, Leaders event at Lahore, and The Future Summit in Karachi.
  • Managed client conferences and events for various associations, including the Management Association of Pakistan, All Pakistan Newspaper Society, Marketing Association of Pakistan, and Supply Chain Association of Pakistan.

Otherinvolvements

  • Country Pavilion Manager for GITEX, Dubai World Trade Center, UAE
  • Country Pavilion Manager for Dubai Fintech Summit DIFC, UAE
  • Volunteer National Organizer, CEC Member, Sales Professionals Forum
  • Executive Committee Member of Events, Supply Chain Association of Pakistan

Recommendations

  • Marshall Goldsmith, #1 Executive Coach | #1 Leadership Thought Leader | #1 NYT Bestselling Author | LinkedIn Top Voice, Tufail Ahmed Khan did a wonderful job as head of sales and event coordination at two events in Pakistan. It was great to work with Tufail and I hope to do so again!
  • Bilal Al-Rais, Vice President - Technology & Digital Cluster, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), UAE, From 2013 to 2016, Tufail was instrumental in growing Pakistan's business footprint in the Middle East through Dubai World Trade Centre shows. His tenacity in getting the job done at all costs and attention to detail had helped him tremendously in that role. Any serious business should consider themselves fortunate to have such a highly skilled member, as part of their team.
  • Paul Keijzer, CEO of The Talent Games - Gamified Assessments Company for Talent Hiring & Development, Tufail is one of these quintessential sales leaders. He has this amazing knack to connect to people and is one of the most tenacious sales people I have ever worked with. He will never give up and stays in touch to ensure that a lead transforms into a sales prospect to close a deal. It has been a great pleasure to have him as part of our team.
  • Horst Simon, Former Director Moody’s Analytics, Former Risk Technology Head-Mashreq Bank, Former Head of Group Operational Risk- Emirates NBD, Former Head of Operations-Barclays Bank Africa, I have worked with Tufail on a number of conference and training assignments in Pakistan over the past 5 years. Tufail is very efficient and professional excellent in conference marketing and event organisation.
  • Sarfaraz Ahmed Rehman, Former CEO-Fauji Fertilizer Company Pakistan and FrieslandCampina (Engro Foods Limited), Tufail is a thorough professional with a solid event management background. I found him very competent focused & target oriented. He always keeps things moving no matter how challenging the situation may be. He worked to a great extent in executing ICAP Golden Jubilee Conference and 12th MAP Convention 2011. He always invites me in Terrabiz conferences as a speaker where as being a committee member of MAP I found his immense working in successful MAP Convention 2011.

Certification

Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed, University of Michigan USA

Timeline

Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed, University of Michigan USA

10-2024

The Art of Storytelling The Art of Storytelling,IESE Business School

07-2024

Personal Branding Mastery, Online Reputation Management, University of Virginia USA

05-2024

The Coaching Habit, LinkedIn

03-2024

CEO & HEAD OF MARKETING, EVENTS & TRAININGS

Dellsons Management Consultancies & Trainings
01.2023 - Current

HEAD OF EVENTS & ACTIVATIONS

Nutshell Group
01.2021 - 01.2022

HEAD OF BUSINESS

Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan, SECP
01.2020 - 01.2021

PROJECT DIRECTOR – DELEGATE SALES

Pakistan Advertising Association, AdAsia
01.2019 - 12.2019

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT HEAD – APAC AND MENA REGION

The Talent Games
01.2018 - 01.2019

DIRECTOR CLIENT SERVICES & SPECIAL PROJECTS

Workstream Automation UK
01.2017 - 01.2018

GM TRAINING DIVISION TERRABIZ PAKISTAN AND SIMFOTIX UAE / SENIOR MANAGER SALES & MARKETING / EXECUTIVE CONFERENCES

Terrabiz Group
01.2010 - 01.2017

MBA - Marketing

University of Karachi
01.2009 - 01.2010

BBA - Marketing

University of Karachi
01.2007 - 01.2009

PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PAFLA – Pakistan Freelancers Association
1 2022 - Current
TUFAIL Ahmed KhanPassionate Marketer & Event Professional