Raouf N.

Raouf n.

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  • About me

    MBA Graduate @RPI | Harvard | Fulbright Scholar | Startup Founder & Engineer

  • Education

    • National higher school for applied science

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor's degree engineering technology, general
    • Harvard university

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      The kenneth c. griffin graduate school, summer term international business, emerging markets in the global economy 4.0

      Activities and Societies: Fulbright Scholarship

    • Rensselaer polytechnic institute

      2022 - 2023
      Master of business administration - mba finance and financial management services

      Activities and Societies: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Honors for Outstanding Achievement. Fulbright scholarship, U.S. Department of State.

    • École nationale supérieure d'hydraulique

      2018 - 2022
      Master of engineering - meng hydraulics and energy management

      Activities and Societies: - AIESEC - Hult Prize Foundation

  • Experience

    • Bureau d'études nacef, gef

      May 2018 - Sept 2018
      Project office coordinator

      Coordinated projects and management matters in a family engineering cabinet.

    • Ab solution

      Jan 2019 - May 2019
      Sales representative
    • Aiesec türkiye

      Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
      International volunteer

      • Secured funding aiming at addressing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, increasing smart-energy project engagement by 23%.• Drafted compelling grant proposals, emphasizing the alignment of projects with the SDGs and showcasing the impact on the community.• Established and maintained relationships with sponsors, ensuring support for AIESEC's initiatives and fostering long-term partnerships.• Collaborated with universities to integrate SDGs awareness into projects, promoting environmental responsibility among students.• Collaborated with AIESEC in Algiers and Istanbul, fostering cross-cultural understanding and cooperation in B2B partnership activities. Show less

    • Sonatrach

      Aug 2019 - Oct 2019
      Trc intern
    • Hult prize foundation

      Oct 2019 - Dec 2021

      • Researched 9 market segments and expanded operations to France, Austria, and Italy, achieving unprecedented growth and coverage.• Advised startups to develop foodtech business ideas for a more sustainable food chain on the climate, propelling them to the London Finals• Increased coverage in Algeria by 319%, adding 68 universities and engaging over 14,000 student participants, driving nationwide impact.• Played a key role in bringing together foundation leadership and government officials to qualify 2 Algerian teams for the first time.• Spearheaded the design and implementation of a mentorship program for participating startups, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange between experienced professionals and budding entrepreneurs.• Developed and implemented a comprehensive outreach strategy, leveraging social media, email campaigns, and promotional community events to increase awareness and participation in Hult Prize programs. Show less • Generated program leads for the OnCampus program in your region.• Exceeded recruitment targets in the region by 387%, achieving an all-time record. • Led the training of Hult Prize Campus Directors and organiers in +88 higher education institution in Algeria.• Managed daily communication with partners, sponsors, stakeholders and clients - phone calls, email, text messages.• Provided appropriate support, solutions and alternatives for challenges community members face throughout competition.• Provided travel support to guests, sponsors and visitors from around the world who were participating in Hult Prize global events.• Built sustainable relationships and trust with community members and local stakeholders through open and interactive communication.• Assisted in planning and participated in executing local and regional focused projects.• Represented EMENA region as a leader and supported the execution of Hult Prize global projects (i.e. Global Finals).• Supported in the various phases of the Hult Prize competition. Show less

      • Global Operations Associate

        Jun 2021 - Dec 2021
      • Community Builder of Algeria

        Jun 2020 - Dec 2021
      • Campus Director

        Oct 2019 - Jun 2020
    • Us-middle east partnership initiative (mepi)

      Jan 2020 - May 2021
      Selected
    • Goubba

      Feb 2020 - Mar 2023
      Founding member - head of operations and strategy

      • Led the startup to 790,000 app users, designed the company's SOPs, DevOps, and OKR system, resulting in a 32% increase in productivity.• Prepared and presented investment pitch for VC agencies in France and UAE by building revenue forecasts, growth strategy, market-sizing estimates, Go-to-Market strategy, pricing strategy, DCF valuations, and data-driven assessments, raising $147,600 in first year funding.• Evaluated a $2,000,000 acquisition bid and negotiated inaugural deals of $60,000 with Uber UAE and Ooredoo, driving a 25% market share.• Collaborated with technical teams to effectively communicate product capabilities to potential clients, and improve user experience, resulting in a 4.9/5 review on Google Play out of +50,000 reviews.• Managed 17 web-based information technology projects lifecycles such as Goubba Wallet, Goubba Ads, and Goubba Coins from ideation to launch across cross-functional teams.• Outlined security framework to collect 76,000 users KYCs by achieving AML and GDPR compliance to successfully launch “Goubba Pay”.• Championed CI/CD practices, enhancing operational agility and facilitating the continuous integration of advanced financial technologies.• Conducted monthly data analysis using SQL on 11,000/mo transactions by integrating data from multiple payment portals (banks, third-party APIs) and identified key trends and user behavior patterns to drive product improvements and user engagement.• Engaged in cloud computing technologies training (AWS), ensuring a competitive edge in digital transformation initiatives.• Crafted a blockchain adoption strategy, identifying key use cases aligned with business objectives and evaluated appropriate blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger, Corda) .• Utilized Salesforce and developed sales processes, lead generation, and prospecting strategies.• Analyzed financial statements to prepare business reviews for shareholders and ensured strategic alignment throughout the organization. Show less

    • Rensselaer polytechnic institute - the lally school of management

      Apr 2023 - Jul 2023
      Entrepreneurship research assistant

      • Established a technology-focused incubator by securing a $625,000 state grant, and outlined its mission, value proposition, and processes. • Defined an executive roadmap, identifying regional stakeholders such as accelerators, universities, co-working spaces, and government representatives to establish clear expectation and engagement strategies, and assessed a $714,000 acquisition of a local co-working space.• Created simplified slide decks using graphs and illustrations to present project findings and market analysis to higher management. • Facilitated collaboration between the incubator and industry partners, creating an environment for knowledge transfer and innovation.• Conducted market research and data analysis of +200 startup survey inputs, providing insights for target segment and strategic positioning.• Assisted in research with Professor Chris McDermott on understanding the transformative impact of AI on finance industry and startups. Show less

    • Rensselaer polytechnic institute

      May 2023 - Dec 2023
      Management intern

      • Assessed CapEx purchases of $2,100,000 to develop the Union’s building and conducted inventory management using Vertére and OSCAR.• Collaborated with PwC advisors to conduct capital equipment auditing, contributing to strategic asset management initiatives.• Utilized PaymentWorks to automate onboarding and invoicing for suppliers and analyzed data to identify long-term strategic partners.• Leveraged SAP Concur’s reporting and analytics tools to gain insight into spending patterns and integrate workflows to maximize efficiency.• Utilized Oracle Business Intelligence to consolidate and analyze financial data for year-end close, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. • Collaborated with investment advisors to analyze and assess strategies, resulting in a 15% improvement in portfolio performance. Show less

    • Ge vernova

      Feb 2024 - now
      Project management consultant
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Primavera p6 essential training

      Linkedin
      May 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Ielts academic c1

      Ielts official
      Mar 2021
    • Tcf - c2 655

      Ambassade de france en algérie
      Feb 2021
    • Becoming a 6 sigma green belt

      Linkedin
      Jun 2021
    • Generative ai fundamentals

      Google
      Jan 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Introduction to responsible ai

      Google
      Jan 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Financial modeling and forecasting financial statements

      Linkedin
      May 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Introduction to large language models

      Google
      Jan 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Fulbright scholar

      The fulbright program
      Feb 2022
    • Hult prize campus director

      Hult prize foundation
      Jun 2020
    • Techno kid exchange participant

      Aiesec türkiye
      Jun 2019
    • L’agilité stratégique

      Linkedin
      Jul 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Introduction to generative ai

      Google
      Jan 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Strategic planning foundations

      Linkedin
      Jan 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Product management first steps

      Linkedin
      Jan 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Financial modeling foundations

      Linkedin
      May 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Persuader et convaincre : structurer ses prises de parole avec une méthode infaillible

      Linkedin
      Jan 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Hult prize community builder of algeria

      Hult prize foundation
      Jan 2021
    • Financial accounting foundations

      Linkedin
      Jan 2023
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Raouf N.
      Severino Center Entrepreneurship Award Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship Feb 2023
    • Awarded to Raouf N.
      Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Honors - Outstanding Achievement Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Oct 2022 Given in recognition of an outstanding record of academic and personal achievements, a strong commitment to excellence, and illustration of intellectual curiosity.
    • Awarded to Raouf N.
      Fulbright Scholarship The Fulbright Program, U.S. Department of State. Feb 2022
    • Awarded to Raouf N.
      Best In Class Community Builder Worldwide Hult Prize Foundation Jun 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Graduate Council Representative

      Issued by Rensselaer Union on Mar 2023
      Rensselaer UnionAssociated with Raouf N.
    • Exchange participant

      Issued by AIESEC Türkiye on Jun 2019
      AIESEC TürkiyeAssociated with Raouf N.
    • Community Builder of Algeria

      Issued by Hult Prize Foundation on Jan 2019
      Hult Prize FoundationAssociated with Raouf N.