Arif Bhanji
About Arif Bhanji
Arif Bhanji is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Lazer Technologies, where he has led the company since 2019. He previously co-founded and served as CEO of Fiix, which was acquired after four years of operation, and has a strong educational background in entrepreneurship and business from institutions like Y Combinator and Ivey Business School.
Work at Lazer Technologies
Arif Bhanji has been serving as Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Lazer Technologies since 2019. Under his leadership, the company has experienced significant growth. Lazer Technologies is recognized for its innovative solutions and has attracted a team with backgrounds from leading tech companies such as Facebook, Apple, Tesla, and LinkedIn. The company's focus on leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency has positioned it as a key player in its industry.
Previous Experience at Fiix
Before joining Lazer Technologies, Arif Bhanji co-founded and served as CEO of Fiix from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure, Fiix operated for four years before being successfully acquired. His role involved overseeing the company's strategic direction and growth, contributing to its eventual acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Arif Bhanji studied at Ivey Business School at Western University, where he earned an Honours Business Administration (HBA) degree with a focus on Finance and Management Consulting from 2008 to 2012. He further enhanced his entrepreneurial skills by participating in the Y Combinator Core Program in 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in business strategy and entrepreneurship.
Background in Strategy Consulting
Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, Arif Bhanji worked as a Strategy Consultant at Monitor Deloitte from 2012 to 2015. In this role, he gained valuable experience in strategic planning and business analysis, which has informed his approach to leading startups. His diverse work history includes roles in various industries, such as call centers, grocery stores, and insurance.
Startup Initiatives
Arif Bhanji founded HiredWell, a startup that did not succeed, before launching Fiix. His experience with HiredWell provided him with insights into the challenges of startup management and the entrepreneurial landscape, shaping his future endeavors in the tech startup scene.