Professional Experience & Background

I've been solving complex marketing technology problems since I was 16 — turning what started as curiosity about how systems work into a career architecting revenue-driving solutions.

More than a resume

My analytical nature and love for problem-solving naturally led me to this field — I'm the type of person who sees a broken funnel as a puzzle to solve, not a headache to avoid. I thrive on the challenge of making complex systems work seamlessly together.

When I'm not diving deep into marketing technology, you'll find me swimming (my current favorite way to clear my head), playing piano, or strategizing over a chess game. I'm passionate about travel and have explored 6 countries so far, with many more on the list.

Music energizes me — especially house music and festivals like Tomorrowland and Untold. Recently married in December 2024 and recently welcomed our first child — which adds even more motivation to build sustainable, scalable solutions for clients.

Rana Saad Shahzad at KL Tower, Kuala Lumpur
Rana Saad Shahzad at Batu Caves
Rana Saad Shahzad at resort

Professional Journey

2023 – Present

Marketing Technology Architect

Profitable Media

Lead complex marketing technology implementations and revenue optimization projects for scaling businesses ($3–10M revenue range). Architect integrated solutions spanning membership platforms, CRM migrations, email deliverability, and conversion optimization systems.

  • Leading DIY/Crafts Platform: Architected full-stack membership platform generating 15K signups (9K annual), recovered $80K revenue through billing migration, implemented BI analytics dashboard
  • Wellness Research Company: Resolved critical email deliverability issues affecting 10M monthly emails, improving provider deliverability from 2–4% to 33% open rates
  • 8-Figure Health Coaching Business: Led operational turnaround of largest client account — hired 6 developers, trained 2 AMs, implemented automated QC and simultaneous testing capabilities
  • CPA Marketing Network: Managed complex affiliate tracking architecture across multiple platforms with automated reconciliation systems
  • Developed complexity scoring systems for capacity planning and resource allocation across client accounts
  • Built internal automation systems for ticket escalation, account health monitoring, and performance tracking
2023

AI Strategy Manager

We Build Trades

Pioneered AI transformation initiatives for UK-based marketing agency serving tradesmen (HVAC, roofing, EV installers). Led development and deployment of AI-powered systems across client operations.

  • Developed and deployed AI chatbots to 24 client accounts, improving lead qualification and booking rates 15–20% for tradesmen businesses
  • Architected transition from custom chatbot solution to CloseBot platform, increasing efficiency and scalability
  • Implemented AI-powered content generation systems for ad copy, blog content, and video transcription workflows
  • Established cold email outreach channel including lead enrichment, validation, and automated sequences
  • Created new revenue stream: $800 implementation fee + $795 monthly recurring per deployment ($17.5K total MRR across 22 clients)
  • Managed and trained AI implementation assistant to support deployment across client base
Jun 2022 – Apr 2023

Marketing Technology Officer

Network Marketing Pro

Quickly promoted to MarTech chief, handling all marketing technology and executing marketing plans for virtual events serving 50K+ attendees.

  • Developed & executed marketing strategies and funnels to sell event tickets with complex backends and differentiated checkouts based on varying pricing strategies
  • Oversaw team of developers and created REST API bridge to Node.JS server managing close to 50K virtual event attendees
  • Responsible for tech stack maintenance and initial migration of all websites to AWS
  • Created comprehensive Infusionsoft CRM campaigns with automations ensuring smooth marketing operations
2012 – 2022

Independent Marketing Technology Contractor

Upwork & Direct Clients

Built foundational expertise serving 50+ clients across diverse industries, specializing in marketing automation, CRM implementations, and funnel optimization. Maintained top-rated freelancer status while developing expertise across multiple marketing technology platforms.

  • Marketing automation and CRM implementations (Infusionsoft, ActiveCampaign, HubSpot)
  • Complex funnel building and conversion optimization
  • Third-party integrations and API connections
  • Email marketing strategy and execution
  • Landing page optimization and A/B testing
  • Analytics setup and conversion tracking

Bachelor's in Political Sciences

Lahore University of Management Sciences

2017 – 2021

Infusionsoft Certified Partner
2018–Present
Head of Marketing Bootcamp
DigitalMarketer · 2022–Present
Direct-Response Copywriting Specialist
DigitalMarketer · 2022–Present
Facebook Certified Media Buying Professional
2022–Present

Core Competencies

Marketing Technology Platforms

CRM Systems
Infusionsoft/Keap, ActiveCampaign, HubSpot, Marketo, GoHighLevel, Sticky.io
Email Platforms
Robly, Klaviyo, ConvertKit, Mailchimp
Analytics & Attribution
Google Analytics, Hyros, WickedReports, Mixpanel
Testing & Optimization
Convert.com, Optimizely, Google Optimize
E-commerce
Shopify, WooCommerce, CheckoutChamp, ThriveCart

Technical Skills

  • API Integrations & Custom Development
  • Marketing Automation Architecture
  • Cross-Platform Data Synchronization
  • Email Deliverability & Infrastructure
  • AI Implementation & Workflow Automation
  • Database Management & BI Analytics

Strategic Capabilities

  • Revenue Systems Architecture
  • Crisis Management & Account Turnarounds
  • Team Building & Process Development
  • Complex Integration Planning
  • Performance Optimization & Scaling

Ready to discuss how I can help architect your next growth phase?

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