Uzayr Shaikh
Dubai,UAE
Summary
AI Consultant specializing in Microsoft Copilot and enterprise AI adoption, with experience delivering executive-level workshops and strategy sessions across industries including healthcare, energy, aviation, and government.
Proven ability to work directly with C-level stakeholders to translate AI capabilities into tangible business outcomes, driving adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI agents, and automation across organizations.
Strong background combining technical expertise with business consulting, enabling organizations to transition from AI experimentation to real-world implementation.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certification
Work history
AI Consultant – Microsoft Copilot & AI Strategy
Sulava
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2025.06 - Current
- Delivered 30+ executive-level AI and Microsoft Copilot sessions across industries including healthcare, oil & gas, aviation, tourism, automotive and government
- Worked directly with C-level executives and senior leadership to identify high-impact AI use cases and drive adoption strategies
- Led large-scale AI training programs (200+ participants per session) , enabling adoption across all organizational levels
- Translated AI capabilities into practical business solutions , improving decision-making and operational efficiency
- Enabled enterprise adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot through real-world use cases
- Contributed to positioning AI as a business transformation tool , not just a technology initiative
- Achieved ~70% follow-up engagement rate , driving continued client investment in AI initiatives
Selected Engagements
- ADNOC — AI Strategy & Leadership Sessions
- Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi — Executive AI & Copilot Workshops
- Al Tayer Group — AI Strategy & Leadership Sessions
- Red Sea Global — Enterprise AI Awareness & Adoption
- Emirates — AI Workshops & Use Case Discussions
Management Information Systems Analyst
Alpek Polyester
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2024.10 - 2025.06
- Developed AI-powered training solutions, including AI-generated instructional content , improving adoption of enterprise systems
- Led cross-functional initiatives across SAP, Salesforce, and ServiceNow , aligning business and technical teams
- Designed process workflows and documentation to enhance operational efficiency and clarity across departments
- Identified inefficiencies and implemented automation-driven improvements across business processes
- Conducted data analysis to improve reporting accuracy and support data-driven decision-making
Software Engineer
Dynamic Soft Solutions
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2024.03 - 2024.09
- Developed frontend components using Vue.js and TypeScript for a ZATCA-compliant e-invoicing solution
- Contributed to backend integrations using Node.js and SQL , ensuring scalable and efficient system performance
- Built APIs and implemented database integrations for enterprise applications
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready solutions aligned with client requirements
Education
BTech - CSE
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Dubai, UAE 2020.04 - 2024.06
Skills
- Microsoft 365 Copilot
- Copilot Studio
- AI Agents & Automation
- AI Strategy & Adoption
- Executive Communication (C-level)
- Stakeholder Management
- Workshop Facilitation
- Business Process Optimization
- Python, JavaScript, TypeScript
- Vuejs, Nodejs
- SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary
Urdu
Fluent
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)
- 1 Million Prompters — Dubai Future Foundation
Timeline
AI Consultant – Microsoft Copilot & AI Strategy
Sulava
2025.06 - Current
Management Information Systems Analyst
Alpek Polyester
2024.10 - 2025.06
Software Engineer
Dynamic Soft Solutions
2024.03 - 2024.09
BTech - CSE
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
2020.04 - 2024.06