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Donald Isufi

Donald Isufi

Warrington,United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in business development, market research and analysis, and sales and client engagement. Demonstrates strong project management skills and technical acumen, with a proven track record in lead generation and upselling. Adept at interpreting market research to drive strategic decisions and utilising retail software to enhance sales methodologies. Committed to leveraging technical proficiency to achieve business growth objectives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sales executive

EE
Warrington, Cheshire
02.2025 - Current
  • Achieved successful deal closures through effective negotiation strategies, ensuring profitability.
  • Created compelling pitches that secured high-value contracts with clients.
  • Drove cross-selling initiatives aimed at enhancing sales volume and profit margins.

Business Development Manager

Connexite
London
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Driving Connexite's strategic expansion into the UK market by cultivating high-impact partnerships, identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities, and steering initiatives that ensure sustainable growth.
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders to elevate market presence and champion cutting-edge data security solutions.

VC Analyst

21x21 Ventures
London
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducting in-depth market research at 21x21 Ventures to identify high-potential investment opportunities and analyze emerging industry trends.
  • Develop strategic decision-making materials that provide actionable insights for senior management.
  • Support investment evaluation by analyzing pitch decks and contributing to comprehensive due diligence processes, ensuring well-informed decisions.

Project Manager & Co-Founder

HyperCoders
Ankara
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Led the development of Hypercoders' go-to-market strategy, combining in-depth market research and client analysis to identify target audiences and refine value propositions.
  • Managed outreach efforts to potential clients and investors, building relationships to secure interest and support.
  • Played a pivotal role in shaping the platform's strategic direction, ensuring alignment with market needs and business objectives, even though the platform was not ultimately launched.

Software Engineer

Littlefish
Ankara
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Led the technical development of a decentralized web application and NFT marketplace as the sole technical expert in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Specialized in front-end development using React.js and Next.js, enhancing UI/UX designs and implementing robust security integrations.
  • Designed and executed unit tests and secure authentication protocols, ensuring system reliability and strengthening overall security.

Education

B.Sc. - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

METU
09.2017 - 07.2022

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Sales & Client Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Technical Acumen
  • Market research interpretation
  • Retail software utilisation
  • Knowledge of sales methodologies
  • Technical proficiency
  • Upselling expertise
  • Lead generation

Personal Information

Languages

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate

Custom

Donald, Isufi, WA5 3SP, Warrington, WA5 3SP, United Kingdom, donaldisufi9@gmail.com, +44 (0)7584 742136, https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldisufi/

Timeline

Sales executive

EE
02.2025 - Current

Business Development Manager

Connexite
07.2024 - 01.2025

VC Analyst

21x21 Ventures
02.2024 - 07.2024

Project Manager & Co-Founder

HyperCoders
01.2023 - 02.2024

Software Engineer

Littlefish
06.2022 - 10.2023

B.Sc. - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

METU
09.2017 - 07.2022

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