Faisal Saidi
About Faisal Saidi
Faisal Saidi is a Vice President of Commercial Operations & Strategy at Red Ventures, with a background in investment banking and corporate development. He has held various positions at notable companies including Goldman Sachs, Citi, JW Player, and Barstool Sports.
Current Role at Red Ventures
Faisal Saidi serves as the Vice President of Commercial Operations & Strategy at Red Ventures. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company’s strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. His role involves overseeing various commercial strategies to enhance business performance within the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Previous Experience at JW Player
Prior to his current role, Faisal Saidi worked at JW Player as the Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations & Strategy from 2009 to 2019. During his decade-long tenure, he played a key role in shaping the company's commercial strategies and operations, significantly impacting its growth and market presence in the Greater New York City Area.
Background in Investment Banking
Faisal Saidi has a solid foundation in investment banking, having worked at Citi from 2007 to 2009. He also completed summer analyst positions at Goldman Sachs in 2004 and 2005, as well as at Citi in 2006. These experiences provided him with valuable insights into financial markets and investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Faisal Saidi earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from Columbia University. His educational background has equipped him with a strong analytical framework and understanding of economic principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Experience in Corporate Development
Faisal Saidi has also held a position as Head of Corporate Development at Barstool Sports from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he focused on strategic initiatives and partnerships that aligned with the company's growth objectives. Additionally, he served as Senior Vice President of Business Development at OpenWeb from 2019 to 2020.