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LAMAN SAFARLI

LAMAN SAFARLI

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

Senior Marketing Executive with 12+ years of experience leading marketing transformation, commercial growth, brand development, reputation management, CRM strategy, customer experience and corporate communications across financial services, insurance, agriculture, retail, leasing, design and construction, hospitality and media sectors. Proven track record in building strong brands, driving customer-centric growth and delivering measurable business results. Experienced in managing multi-million AZN budgets, leading cross-functional teams and developing integrated marketing and communication strategies. Strong expertise in stakeholder management, government relations, crisis communications, business development and strategic partnerships.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Head of Marketing Department

FINCA Azerbaijan
2024.07 - 2026.06
  • Lead overall marketing, growth, digital and brand strategy. Drive customer acquisition, retention and loyalty initiatives.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs across Marketing, Sales and Pre-Screening functions
  • Managed and supervised all digital marketing activities across Meta, Google, website, social media, SMS and WhatsApp marketing channels, ensuring alignment with business objectives and brand standards.
  • Presented marketing strategy, business performance, customer insights and growth initiatives to the Global Board of Directors and senior executive leadership, supporting strategic decision-making and organizational objectives.
  • Defined business requirements and customer management processes for the new CBS platform (CRM part), ensuring seamless integration between marketing, sales and customer service functions.
  • Worked closely with Risk, Compliance and Legal departments to ensure marketing activities complied with internal policies, regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards.
  • Manage customer experience programs, CRM initiatives and complaint management processes.
  • Conducted financial literacy training programs for approximately 1,500 participants annually, utilizing cost-effective marketing strategies and community partnerships to achieve target participation levels while maintaining budget efficiency.
  • Managed branding and corporate visual identity implementation across regional branches, ensuring consistency with brand standards and corporate guidelines.
  • Prepare and maintain Crisis Communication Plans to protect corporate reputation.
  • Conduct Brand Health Tracker, Pulse and customer insight studies. Work closely with farmers and agricultural clients to support agricultural finance growth.
  • Build strategic partnerships with government institutions and industry stakeholders.
  • Supporting both internal and external communication activities, ensuring alignment of corporate messaging, brand tone, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Designed and launched customer loyalty concepts and retention programs to strengthen customer engagement, increase repeat business and improve long-term customer value.

Head of Marketing Department

Xalq Insurance
2024.03 - 2024.07
  • Created marketing strategy, budget and annual plans.
  • Managed the production of digital visuals, advertising creatives and customer communication materials across multiple channels.
  • Led CRM implementation and customer journey development.
  • Managed marketing and call center functions.
  • Designed and delivered training programs for Call Center teams, focusing on customer communication, sales conversion, customer experience and complaint management..
  • Developed call scripts, service standards and customer interaction guidelines to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Founder

Lemsy (Interior/Exterior Design-Construction)
2023.07 - 2024.02

Head of Marketing Department

Ram Holding / Prior Leasing / Prior Credit
2019.11 - 2023.10
  • Led marketing strategy for agricultural machinery, construction equipment, leasing and financial products.
  • Worked directly with farmers, agribusiness owners and agricultural associations.
  • Managed CRM system, lead monitoring and customer relationship initiatives.
  • Developing and defining KPIs for sales, marketing, and call center teams based on business goals
  • Led all digital marketing activities, including campaign planning, audience segmentation, targeting strategy, performance optimization and budget allocation across Meta, Google and other digital channels.
  • Oversaw customer satisfaction programs, complaint management and retention activities.
  • Developed loyalty concepts and customer engagement programs.
  • Organized participation in Caspian Agro and major agricultural exhibitions.
  • Conducted corporate meetings and regional field visits focused on agricultural customers.
  • Creating original concepts for TV and radio programs based on marketing and communication goals
  • Established partnerships with government agencies and sector stakeholders.

To keep the CV concise, detailed descriptions of other earlier roles will be shared during the interview.

Marketing/PR Manager

The National Automobile Club of Azerbaijan
2018.01 - 2019.01

PR Manager & Press Secretary

Compulsory Insurance Bureau
2015.01 - 2017.01

Marketing/PR Manager

Rixos Quba Azerbaijan
2014.01 - 2014.01

Marketing & Event Manager

ANS Group (VMF, Harley-Davidson, ANS TV/Radio)
2013.01 - 2014.01

Communications Specialist

Coordinating Committee of World Azerbaijanis
2011.01 - 2013.01

Education

BA - International Relations (Scandinavian Studies)

Azerbaijan University of Languages

MBA -

University of Roehampton

Skills

  • Marketing Strategy & Leadership

  • Integrated Marketing Communications

  • Digital Marketing (Meta, Google Ads)

  • Data Analytics & Performance Marketing

  • Customer Segmentation & Targeting

  • Brand Management & Guidelines

  • Campaign & ROMI Optimization

  • CRM & Marketing Automation

  • Customer Journey Management

  • Crisis Communication

  • ESG & CSR Initiatives

  • Interior Design Understanding

  • Residential and Office Design Concepts

  • Visual Identity and Aesthetic Development

LANGUAGES

English
Advanced
Turkish
Advanced
Azerbaijani
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Increased lead conversion rate from 0.2% to 3% through customer journey optimization and sales-marketing alignment.
  • Delivered AZN 5.5 million in sales during a traditionally low-season period, achieving the highest low-season result of the previous three years.
  • Managed cumulative marketing budgets exceeding AZN 4 million.
  • Led teams of up to 25 employees across marketing, customer engagement and sales support functions.
  • Developed CRM, customer retention and loyalty initiatives across multiple organizations.
  • Extensive experience working with farmers, agribusinesses, agricultural machinery suppliers and rural communities.

Certification

• Strategic Marketing Certification – LABA

• Customer Service Excellence – John Tschohl

• Norwegian Language – University of Oslo

• Global Business & Commercial Law – College of Central Europe

Timeline

Head of Marketing Department

FINCA Azerbaijan
2024.07 - 2026.06

Head of Marketing Department

Xalq Insurance
2024.03 - 2024.07

Founder

Lemsy (Interior/Exterior Design-Construction)
2023.07 - 2024.02

Head of Marketing Department

Ram Holding / Prior Leasing / Prior Credit
2019.11 - 2023.10

Marketing/PR Manager

The National Automobile Club of Azerbaijan
2018.01 - 2019.01

PR Manager & Press Secretary

Compulsory Insurance Bureau
2015.01 - 2017.01

Marketing/PR Manager

Rixos Quba Azerbaijan
2014.01 - 2014.01

Marketing & Event Manager

ANS Group (VMF, Harley-Davidson, ANS TV/Radio)
2013.01 - 2014.01

Communications Specialist

Coordinating Committee of World Azerbaijanis
2011.01 - 2013.01

BA - International Relations (Scandinavian Studies)

Azerbaijan University of Languages

MBA -

University of Roehampton
LAMAN SAFARLI