Ali Ikram
About Ali Ikram
Ali Ikram is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Director of Business Planning and Commercial Control at du since 2017. He has extensive experience in telecommunications, having held various managerial roles at companies such as Ufone, Warid Telecom, and Siemens.
Work at du
Ali Ikram has been serving as the Director of Business Planning and Commercial Control at du since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business planning initiatives and ensuring effective commercial control within the organization. Prior to this position, he worked as the Director of Consumer Strategy at du from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on developing strategies to enhance consumer engagement and drive business growth.
Education and Expertise
Ali Ikram holds a Master of Business Administration from the Lahore University of Management Sciences, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. He also studied at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, further enhancing his expertise in business strategy. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Engineering from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) between 1995 and 1998.
Background
Ali Ikram has a diverse professional background in telecommunications and brand management. He began his career as an Upgrade Engineer at Siemens in 1999. He then transitioned to various roles at Ufone, including General Manager of Business Planning, Business Intelligence, and Customer Value Management from 2012 to 2014, and General Manager of Strategy, Segments, and Pricing from 2009 to 2012. His experience also includes positions at Warid Telecom and Nestlé as an Assistant Brand Manager.
Career Progression
Throughout his career, Ali Ikram has held several key positions that demonstrate his expertise in business planning and strategy. His tenure at Ufone included roles such as Head of Value Added Services from 2005 to 2009 and General Manager of Business Planning. His experience spans over two decades, with a strong focus on commercial strategy, product development, and market segmentation.