Saad Shahzad
About Saad Shahzad
Saad Shahzad serves as the Director of Pricing Strategy at Carta, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in management consulting and a strong academic background in economics and business, he specializes in pricing strategy and business intelligence.
Work at Carta
Saad Shahzad has been serving as the Director of Pricing Strategy at Carta since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing pricing strategies that align with the company's objectives. His expertise in pricing strategy is instrumental in driving revenue growth and ensuring competitive positioning in the market. Carta operates in the financial technology sector, providing equity management solutions to businesses.
Previous Experience in Pricing Strategy
Prior to his current position at Carta, Saad Shahzad held several key roles in pricing strategy. He worked at DocuSign as the Director of Pricing Strategy from 2020 to 2022, where he contributed to the company's pricing framework. Before that, he was the Director of Pricing at Holden Advisors for five months in 2019. His experience in these roles has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of pricing dynamics across different industries.
Education and Expertise
Saad Shahzad earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics and Politics from Lahore University of Management Sciences, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing and Strategy from Babson College in 2012. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, has equipped him with strong analytical skills and expertise in business intelligence and project management.
Background in Management Consulting
Saad Shahzad has a robust background in management consulting, which has significantly shaped his career in pricing strategy. He worked at Holden Advisors in various capacities, including Senior Consultant and Business Consulting Manager, from 2016 to 2019. His role involved advising clients on pricing strategies and business improvements. This experience has honed his skills and provided valuable insights into market trends and customer behavior.
Early Career and Internships
Saad Shahzad began his career with an internship at Wateen Telecom in 2008. He later worked as an Associate Micro-segmentation and Business Analyst at Pakistan Mobile Communications Ltd from 2009 to 2011. His early experiences laid the foundation for his expertise in analytics and pricing, allowing him to develop a strong skill set that he has applied throughout his career.