Member Team Director Operations

RAFIQ PANJWANI

Founder / CEO / Director Operations

Address: ***** ** **** **, ********* Ranches, FL 33331. USA Email: ********.******@*****.*** Phone: +1-240-***-**** DOB: 28-May-1963 Personal note

Successful and motivated C-level professional with over 26 years of experience in managing a small business ownership with diversified corporate activities in information technology business, manpower development and hospitality industry. As a hard-working individual who makes most of the opportunities at hand, I have facilitated and built technology management and product development teams, with both start-up and scaled growth stages; mentoring to attain aggressive revenue goals. As a self-motivated individual with innovative business concepts and perceptions, I am able to plan, develop and implement solutions to meet consumer needs. I have the expertise in quickly mastering new concepts and technologies to drive successful businesses. As a Computer Science graduate with specialty in Management Information Systems, I have acquired a good team organization and communication skills throughout my professional career. Working as Head of the Computer Science Department at various academic institutions and running my own diversified business activities, I have gained experience in HR management, sales sector, training & development, customer support and event management. I am able to lead large group of people and a confident orator with Master Trainer abilities; no matter the classroom size. Highlights & Skills

Training

Personnel Development

Exceeding expectations

Service focused

Good Communicator

Articulation & well spoken

Multi-lingual

Open-minded & Enthusiastic

Computer Savvy

Culinary expert

Friendly personality

Relationship building

Good response to Emergency

Skilled problem solver

Can work under pressure

Ready to accept challenges

Operations Management

Innovative Business Ideas

Customer targeting

Contract negotiations

Project Management

Capacity building

Community Service

Professional Photographer

Educational

Western International University, London. UK. 1992 MSc. (Management Information Systems)

Western International University, London. UK. 1990 BSc. (General Sciences)

City & Guilds of London Institute, London. U.K. 1989 Diploma (Computer Programming & Applications)

Cavendish College, London. UK. 1989

Diploma (Database Management)

Diploma (Systems Analysis & Design)

Premier (Govt.) College, Karachi, Pakistan. 1984

BCom. (Karachi University)

S.M. (Sindh Govt.) Science College, Karachi. 1981

Intermediate (Science, Pre-Medical)

St. Patrick’s High School, Karachi. 1978

Matriculation (Science, Pre-Medical)

Work Experience

GSmart Healthcare Founder 2018 – present

Providing patient ID solutions to hospitals. Suppliers of turnkey solutions for Patient Registrations Cards, Thermal printable ID Wristbands and allied services and solutions. Cavendish Institute Founder – Principal 1992 – 2022 Founded and owned an IT Training Centre in the early days of Information Technology in Pakistan. As principal, I assembled and led a team of dedicated IT professionals; establishing a reputation as trusted business partner for an array of schools. Authored a series of Textbooks of Computer Studies from primary to secondary level. Conducted corporate trainings for office professionals.

Alainco-cards Founder – CEO 1999 – 2022

Established a PVC card production facility in Pakistan and introduced low-cost innovative solutions for Plastic Cards production. Imported cost effective solutions and became the industry leader in providing Total Plastic Card Solutions. First to bring on-site Badge Issuance system on events and Trade shows in Pakistan. Take-5 Computer Store Founder – Owner 1995 – 2017 Retail business; IT Solutions, Office Automation systems, Surveillance systems (CCTV cameras), with special focus on providing network systems and services to small and medium business. The systems include both PC-based LAN systems and minicomputer server-based systems. Our services include design and installation of network systems, training, and support.

The Mama Parsi Girls’ Secondary School ]

BVS Parsi High School ] Head of the Department of Computer Studies The Sandra Montessori ] 1998 – 2013

The Prince Garden School ]

Responsible for setting up the Computer Department at these four schools and imparting training as per prescribed syllabus from Montessori to high school. First cohort of GCSE O’ Level Computer Scientists completed their exams with promising results achieving A*-B with over 86%. Focused progressive curriculum was introduced for all levels of teaching from grade 1 onwards. Arizona Grill Franchisee 2004 – 2010

Restaurant serving continental cuisine.

Raj Rasoi Founder – Owner 2013 - 2016

Established a themed restaurant serving Indian Thali (food on round platter). Sold the concern at a lucrative amount.

Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) Voluntary capacity 2002 – 2007 Consultant & Master Trainer for establishment of IT Training Centers in Afghanistan. Part of 4-member team for identification of 1st ever Institutional Leadership for Ismaili Institutions, Afghanistan.

Ismaili National Council for Pakistan Voluntary capacity 2020 – present

• COVID Sustenance Program for members of Ismaili Community, Pakistan.

• Headed the study in Northern Pakistan region for Aga Khan Agency for Microfincnace, an affiliate of the AKDN.

Ismailia Association for Pakistan Community Service 1980 – 1984 Chief Photographer

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy furthering my education by taking courses that interest me to gain skills and knowledge as CEO. Keep myself apprised of the new trends and technological advancements by visiting local and international Exhibitions & Trade shows. Love cooking and developing new recipes.

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