Fareed Virk

A strategy and operations professional who is enthusiastic about Sustainability and Social Innovation. The most excited when engaged in activating strategies for impactful projects that are purpose driven, practical and self-sustainable.

Over the course of my career, I have had the opportunity to work in a wide range of industries including telecommunication, technology, retail, start-up and not for profit. This helped not only in cultivating multi-disciplinary skills but also gave me the chance to meet and learn from some incredible professionals in these fields; people that have helped me grow both professionally and personally.

Some highlights: 

- 7+ years of experience in running successful projects from inception to completion which included undertaking competitive market research, building business strategy, developing and managing multimillion dollar budgets, revenue projections, overall operations and program management, continuous process improvement, stakeholder management, government relations, program monitoring and reporting, resource allocation, risk assessment and mitigation strategies. 

- Experienced in advising executive leadership and executing strategic vision. 

- Big-picture business strategist, with solid hands-on tactical execution skills.

- Believe in fostering trust based relationships and empowering others through delegation, openness and transparency.

- Military upbringing, thrive in ambiguity, quick learner, and person with high moral standards and integrity.