À propos de Shiraz
I help startups and scaleups launch, grow, and operate efficiently across markets. With 10+ years’ experience in SaaS, marketplaces, and VC, I specialize in international expansion, go-to-market execution, operational excellence, and fundraising preparation.
What I do:
- Market Expansion & GTM Strategy: Market sizing, competitive analysis, launch plans, and execution support.
- Operations & Performance: OKRs/KPIs setup, process improvement, and cross-functional team alignment.
- Fundraising Preparation: Investor materials (pitch deck, business case, pitch narrative) and strategic storytelling.
- Interim & Advisory Roles: Chief of Staff, Strategy Lead, or Market Launcher roles for mission-driven companies.
Background:
Ex-Chief of Staff to CEO (Hotjar / Contentsquare), Co-founder of a digital health startup, and early-stage VC investor at Speedinvest. I’ve helped companies expand to new geographies, streamline operations, and prepare for successful fundraising rounds.
Let’s work together if you’re:
- Entering a new market or scaling internationally
- Structuring operations for growth and performance
- Preparing your next funding round
- Looking for interim strategy or Chief of Staff support
Français
Bilingue ou natif
Anglais
Bilingue ou natif
Espagnol
Capacité professionnelle complète
Arabe
Notions
Accepte de travailler sur site
Paris (jusqu’à 10 km)
Expériences
- FreelancerFreelance ConsultantCONSEIL & AUDITaoût 2021 - Aujourd'hui (4 ans et 10 mois)Areas of expertise:- International expansion: including market research, GTM strategy, localization management and operational launch- Business strategy: including competitive positioning and market analysis- Operations: including implementation and improvement of processes
- Imana CareCo-Founder & CEOHIGH TECHjuin 2021 - juin 2022 (1 an)FranceImana Care is a mobile app that helps women suffering from hormonal imbalances to reduce their symptoms through a holistic approach.
- SpeedinvestVC InvestorHIGH TECHmars 2020 - juillet 2021 (1 an et 4 mois)Paris, FranceMy responsibilities included:- Increasing French dealflow: x3 within 1 year- Screening potential target companies: +700 startups within 1,5 years- Being the first touchpoint for founders- Conducting due diligence on potential target companies- Supporting portfolio companies, incl. attending board meetings as an observer- End-to-end M&A process with one portfolio company, sourcing prospects, qualifying potential buyers, identifying the buyers, overseeing commercial negotiation and successfully signing and closing the transaction- Increasing Speedinvest visibility on the ground, in France, through speaking at events, attending networking events, writing articles on specific topics, being interviewed on Speedinvest investment thesis and organizing Speedinvest branded events
Avis
Quentin
Malt Community SL
Avis laissé le 19.10.2021
Great mission with Shiraz !
Quentin
Malt Community SL
Avis laissé le 05.08.2021
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Formations
- Master of ManagementESCP EUROPE2013Master in Management, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Summer International ProgramUniversidad de 'San Andrés'2013Summer International Program