Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Project
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Asif Ibrahimov

Asif Ibrahimov

Baku

Summary

Visionary leader with proven track record in steering organizations toward success through strategic planning and effective management. Skilled in building cohesive teams, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated ability to transform challenges into opportunities, resulting in significant impact on company growth and profitability.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO

KidFi
Baku
03.2022 - Current
  • Led KidFi as CEO, aligning company vision and strategy while utilizing advanced technology to enhance children's financial literacy through fintech capabilities.

Co-Founder

SmilePay
Baku
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed and launched innovative facial recognition payment solution to revolutionize everyday shopping experiences in retail and online. Led product development, implemented cutting-edge technology, and ensured seamless integration with existing payment systems.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

CROCUSOFT LLC
03.2017 - 09.2018
  • Managed over 50 projects using agile methodology, overseeing resources, budget, risks, quality, deadlines and final deliverables.

SERVICE MONITORING & OPERATION CENTER EXPERT ENGINEER

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
11.2009 - 03.2018
  • Provided regular business intelligence reports, implemented and set up machine-to-machine technologies and internet of things for government and non-government organizations, conducted daily system check-up

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & REPORTING EXPERT ENGINEER

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
03.2018
  • Measured network quality and defined relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) for daily, monthly, and annual reports provided to the board and management.

APPLE DESIGNATED RESPONSIBLE PERSON

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
08.2016
  • Ensured proper function of Apple services inside AzerCell's network.

Education

BACHELOR - Masters of Sports Management

AZERBAIJAN STATE ACADEMY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT
01.2005

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Training and Development
  • Investor Relations
  • Software & Startups
  • Performance Benchmarking
  • Change Management
  • Operations Management
  • Solution Innovation
  • Process Improvement
  • Resource Utilization
  • Staff Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • UI&UX Management
  • Programming Knowledge
  • SAP Business Objects
  • Reporting
  • Presentation Skills
  • Mentoring Skills
  • M2M & IoT Management
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Agile
  • Innovation management

Project

  • 2022: Led the development of a fintech mobile application for kids, aimed at enhancing financial literacy among the younger generation.
  • 2022: Managed the eSIM project at Azercell, overseeing the successful implementation of this new technology.
  • 2022: Led a project to enable 5G connectivity on Apple devices, driving the adoption of cutting-edge technology in the region.
  • 2021: Led the creation of an innovative facial recognition solution for banks and merchants, enhancing security and streamlining payment processes.
  • 2017: Founded and created the first mobile gambling game in Azerbaijan for Azerlotereya, pioneering the mobile gaming industry in the country.
  • 2015: As a Project Lead at Azerinteltek/eTopaz, I was responsible for establishing and developing data connections with gambling terminals, ensuring reliable and efficient communication for gaming operations.
  • 2012: Provided technical support for POS terminals during the Eurovision 2012 Song Contest, ensuring seamless payment processing for the event.

Affiliations

  • Climate Launchpad is the world's largest green tech competition, providing entrepreneurs and young scientists with a platform to showcase their innovations internationally and forge valuable partnerships. Over the course of 10 weeks, participants receive continuous support, motivation, and guidance from mentors to help develop their startups. Notable achievements include Reyhan Jamalova, inventor of "Rainergy," who received special recognition from Ivanka Trump and was featured in Forbes' "30 Under 30" list. Additionally, the "Wake Me Up" project, which developed high-tech glasses to keep drivers awake, won the Seedstars World competition from Azerbaijan.
  • Organized, served as a jury member, and mentored at over ten local and global Hackathons.

Accomplishments

Winner of the "Best Mobile Game 2017" competition by MilliNet with the "Azerlotereya" application.

Certification

Mobile network overview Accredited Trainer

Machine to Machine IoT engineer

SAP business objects Analysis, report and

universe design) professional

Agile Certified Professional

Languages

Azerbaijani
First Language
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Turkish
Advanced (C1)
C1
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

CEO

KidFi
03.2022 - Current

Co-Founder

SmilePay
01.2021 - 02.2022

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & REPORTING EXPERT ENGINEER

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
03.2018

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

CROCUSOFT LLC
03.2017 - 09.2018

APPLE DESIGNATED RESPONSIBLE PERSON

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
08.2016

SERVICE MONITORING & OPERATION CENTER EXPERT ENGINEER

AZERCELL TELECOM LLC
11.2009 - 03.2018

BACHELOR - Masters of Sports Management

AZERBAIJAN STATE ACADEMY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT
Asif Ibrahimov