Saad Iqbal
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Committed and innovative professional specializing in sales development and execution, complemented by extensive project management experience as event manager.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Account Executive
The MelRish Studio
Dubai, UAE
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted clients with inquiries about event photography and services via WhatsApp calls and social media.
- Supported coordination efforts by collecting event requirements for weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and private parties.
- Facilitated preparation of quotations, packages, and pricing to meet client needs and event size.
- Organised bookings and managed the event calendar to avoid scheduling conflicts.
- Collaborated with photographers, videographers, and creative teams before and during events.
- Helped in planning event coverage, including timing, locations, and special client requests.
- Facilitated communication between clients and internal teams for seamless project execution.
- Achieved sales targets by fostering strong business relationships.
Senior Sales and Events Executive
Leo & Loona
Dubai, UAE
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Generated AED 1.3 million in sales revenue within 6-month period, consistently exceeding performance targets.
- Achieved highest single-day sales closure of AED 87,000 through strong client relationship management and strategic selling.
- Assisted in identifying and reaching out to potential clients to generate new business opportunities.
- Supported development and maintenance of robust relationships with current clients.
- Aided in achieving sales targets and KPIs established by company.
- Facilitated negotiations of advantageous terms with clients and vendors.
- Helped to coordinate all facets of events from proposal to execution, including venue setup, catering, entertainment, and client requests.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration.
- Created and presented sales proposals, quotes, and invoices.
Sales & Events Executive
Multibridge Events & Management
Dubai, UAE
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with teams across marketing, operations, and finance to support effective event execution and sales strategies.
- Assisted in navigating CRM software, event management tools, and MS Office applications.
- Aided in developing communication guidelines to enhance clarity and consistency in client interactions.
- Addressed onsite inquiries within KPIs to ensure prompt resolutions.
- Supported adherence to business processes while recognising client feedback.
Sales and Project Manager
Flow Digital
Karachi, Pakistan
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Fostered a positive work environment, enhanced team productivity substantially.
- Promoted team collaboration for more innovative solutions in projects.
- Guided the development of project objectives, established clear performance expectations.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels.
Key Account Manager
ABTACH. LTD
Karachi, Pakistan
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed multi-level contacts within key accounts to enhance communication channels.
- Formulated strategic plans to increase product visibility and market share.
Education
Bachelors in Commerce - Business Management & Marketing
Karachi University (KU)
Karachi, PakistanIntermediate - Business Studies
Govt. Islamia College
Karachi, PakistanMatriculation - Computer Science
St Peters High School
Karachi, PakistanSkills
- Event planning and execution
- CRM proficiency
- Client data analysis
- Sales management and spreadsheets
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Project planning
- Business development
- KPI and SLA management
- Hubspot
- Studio Ninja
- Key account handling
- Sales persuasion
- Business-To-Business sales experience
- Negotiation excellence
- Customer relations
- Relationship Management
INTERESTS
Photography, Cinematography, Events, Editing, Managing Clients, Pitching
Timeline
Account Executive
The MelRish Studio
05.2025 - 02.2026
Senior Sales and Events Executive
Leo & Loona
01.2024 - 03.2025
Sales & Events Executive
Multibridge Events & Management
01.2023 - 11.2023
Sales and Project Manager
Flow Digital
10.2021 - 12.2022
Key Account Manager
ABTACH. LTD
03.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelors in Commerce - Business Management & Marketing
Karachi University (KU)
Intermediate - Business Studies
Govt. Islamia College
Matriculation - Computer Science
St Peters High School