H M Forhad

H M Forhad

Head, Product and Solution @ Daffodil Software Ltd. (DSL)

About

Strategic Marketing professional with 15+ years of experience in market intelligence, go-to-market strategy, and international market entry. Proven ability to identify real demand, define ICPs, develop positioning, and translate research into actionable GTM direction for leadership — with hands-on experience expanding into APAC, MENA, and now European markets. Background spans software services, diversified industry ERP systems, and tech-driven business environments. Proficient in AI-augmented research and synthesis (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini). Brings structured strategic thinking for business growth.

Country

Bangladesh

City

Dhaka

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

IT Business Analysis, International Sales & Marketing, Odoo, Enterprise Consulting, Lead Generation, International Marketing, Pricing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Strategic Partnerships, ICP Identification, Go-to-Market Strategy, Market Intelligence, Software Requirement Analysis, Client Relationship Management, Software Product Management, Digital Product Development, Software Consulting

Experience

Daffodil Software Ltd. (DSL)

Head, Product and Solution

Daffodil Software Ltd. (DSL)

LinkedIn
2025-12 - Present · 10 mos

Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Lead market intelligence and competitive analysis for 10+ software products; identify demand signals, entry points, and competitive gaps to recommend where the company should position. • Define ICP, priority industries, and buyer segments; develop positioning frameworks and value propositions tailored to each target market. • Develop and recommend GTM strategies — covering market prioritization, offer selection, channel approach, and entry angles for domestic and international markets. • Currently leading market intelligence and GTM planning for global market entry — assessing demand for AI and software services, mapping competitive landscape, and identifying strategic offer-market fit. • Evaluate partnership and event opportunities by assessing strategic fit, audience relevance, and expected business outcomes; map ecosystem players across target markets. • Work directly with leadership to align market strategy with business goals. Key Accomplishment: • Eduvas GTM Leadership: Initiated and led full GTM strategy for Eduvas.com (an education management ecosystem) — market analysis, ICP definition, positioning, partnership planning, and commercial launch. • Market Research at Scale: Conducted market research and GTM planning for 10 distinct software products; defined pricing, positioning, and market entry angles for each. • International Expansion: Successfully entered APAC (Japan, Malaysia) and MENA (UAE, Somalia) markets; currently executing market intelligence for Europe (Germany, UK) — covering demand identification, competitive mapping, and GTM strategy. • Organizational SOP: Co-developed company-wide SOP with top leadership covering products, marketing, sales, implementation, development and operational policies.

Daffodil Software Ltd. (DSL)

Manager, Business Development

Daffodil Software Ltd. (DSL)

LinkedIn
2021-3 - Present · 5 yrs 7 mos

Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Lead end-to-end revenue funnel — from lead generation and requirement analysis to proposal development and deal closing — across local and international accounts. • Supervise Business Development team; formulate strategy, manage pipeline, and ensure consistent revenue generation across software and ERP product lines. • Provide consultation to clients from diversified industries, diagnose business problems, prepare solutions. Acquired a number of local and global clients; expanded commercial footprint into APAC and MENA markets. • Manage Odoo partnership on behalf of the company; maintain liaison with Odoo officials on partner positioning, pricing, and commercial strategy.

Daffodil International University-DIU

Business Analyst

Daffodil International University-DIU

LinkedIn
2022-11 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Bangladesh

• Work closely with technical and functional team to assist in functional analysis of DIU university management system as and when required.

Nexkraft Ltd.

Manager, Business Development

Nexkraft Ltd.

2018-4 - 2020-1 · 1 yr 10 mos

Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Led market research and opportunity identification for software services; assessed new verticals, buyer segments, and competitive gaps. • Managed BD team to ensure revenue generation through strategic outreach, proposal development, and client conversion. • Managed relationship with clients to identify software and IT service business scope. • Gathered client requirements, prepared estimate and submitted proposals.

Grey

Manager, Client Servicing

Grey

LinkedIn
2016-5 - 2016-12 · 8 mos

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Grey

Asst. Manager, Client Servicing

Grey

LinkedIn
2014-10 - 2016-4 · 1 yr 7 mos

Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Established and led a new commercial business unit under APAC regional HQ — built operational structure, team, and strategic workflows from the ground up. • Gained deep exposure to global B2B marketing strategy, brand positioning, and buyer behavior across multinational clients in diverse industries. • Assessed and recommended creative production partners based on strategic fit, quality, and ROI alignment under WPP Procurement Policy.

Akij Food & Beverage Ltd

Executive, Brand Marketing

Akij Food & Beverage Ltd

LinkedIn
2011-5 - 2014-9 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Dhaka

• Led commercial activities of Brand Marketing Division and took part in brand planning. • Oversaw recommendation and disbursement of BDT 650M+ annual marketing budgets across ATL, BTL, Digital, Outdoor, Trade, and Media — demonstrating strong commercial judgment and business acumen. • Prepared marketing budgets and produced sales trend and campaign impact reports to inform brand planning decisions.

BizNas

Service Presenter

BizNas

2006-3 - 2007-12 · 1 yr 10 mos

Dhaka

• Conducted live PowerPoint presentation on all IT services of the company. • Discussed in-depth with clients about the IT services of the company.

Daily Ittefaq

Contributing Writer

Daily Ittefaq

LinkedIn
2005-6 - 2005-12 · 7 mos

Dhaka

• Provide content ideas for a weekly supplement of this famous national daily. • Write articles by collecting primary information related to the subjects.

Daily Jugantor

Contributing Writer

Daily Jugantor

LinkedIn
2005-1 - 2005-6 · 6 mos

Dhaka

• Write articles by collecting primary information related to the subjects for this popular national daily.

Education

Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka

Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka

LinkedIn

Managerial Communication

2014 - 2015 · 1 yr
University of Dhaka

University of Dhaka

LinkedIn

Marketing

2014 - 2016 · 2 yrs
Daffodil International University-DIU

Daffodil International University-DIU

LinkedIn

Finance

2007 - 2010 · 3 yrs

H M Forhad's Contact Information

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