Mohamad Faraz Shaikh
About Mohamad Faraz Shaikh
Mohamad Faraz Shaikh serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Kaleyra in Milan, Italy, and has extensive experience in business development and strategic investments. He is also an active angel investor and mentor, focusing on early-stage startups and partnerships within the CPaaS ecosystem.
Work at Kaleyra
Mohamad Faraz Shaikh has held the position of Vice President of Business Development at Kaleyra since 2018. His role involves overseeing business growth strategies and fostering partnerships within the communications platform as a service (CPaaS) ecosystem. Based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy, he has contributed to the company's expansion and development in the global market.
Previous Experience at Solutions Infini Technologies
Mohamad Faraz Shaikh began his career at Solutions Infini Technologies India Pvt Ltd, where he worked in Business Development from 2009 to 2010. He later returned to the company and has served as Vice President of Business Development since 2010. His tenure spans over 14 years, during which he has focused on enhancing business operations and client relationships in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Education and Expertise
Mohamad Faraz Shaikh studied Computer Applications at Pg Center, Kolar from 2007 to 2009. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration in Marketing at Jain College, Bangalore, from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he has studied at Karnataka Law College, Dharwad. His educational background supports his expertise in business development, product management, and strategic investments.
Angel Investor and Mentor
In addition to his corporate roles, Mohamad Faraz Shaikh is an active angel investor and mentor for early-stage startups. He focuses on areas such as business development, product management, new market development, and go-to-market strategies. His involvement in mentoring reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and growth in emerging businesses.
Partnerships and Strategic Investments
Mohamad Faraz Shaikh possesses expertise in forming strategic partnerships and investments, particularly with Fortune 500 companies. He emphasizes building partnership alliances within the CPaaS ecosystem globally. His deep understanding of the telecom, internet, and mobile sectors enhances his ability to navigate complex business landscapes.