Ahmad Afzal

Building SOVEREIGN Agentic AI Platform

DTEK.Al (formerly known as Dukkantek) is a retail tech startup that solves operational store inefficiencies by leveraging advanced technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, and Al. - Spearheaded the shift towards a Product-Led Growth, aligning cross-functional teams and minimizing waste outputs across product, tech, and design processes. - Improved operational efficiency by implementing real-time simulations and automating key workflows, to ensure smooth deployments and activation - Led the launch and initial deployment of SWIFT, a computer vision-based self-checkout system, enhancing in-store customer experiences. - Developed a roadmap for Next-Gen ERP, optimizing inventory and supply chain operations, while proposing Al-driven solutions leveraging object tracking and detection to combat shrinkage in real time

Product Roadmap | Product Discovery | User Research | Org-wide Alignment | Artificial Intelligence | Rapid Prototyping | Phygital Experience

Decklaration is a NY-based technology consultancy firm, by fusing creativity and innovation, Decklaration design and develop top-notch digital solutions to help startups and SMBs to succeed in a competitive market.

- Led the development of 7 products in diverse niches, including Healthcare, Crypto, and Real Estate, leading and collaborating with a cross-functional team of 26 to ensure that each product met customer needs and aligned with business objectives. - Defined and executed the product roadmap for each project, gathering and prioritizing product requirements and creating user stories and acceptance criteria to guide the development process. - Conducted market research and analysis to identify trends and customer needs, using insights to inform product design and development decisions. - Prioritized product requirements based on customer feedback and market demand, resulting in a 30% increase in customer satisfaction. - Worked closely with engineering teams to define product features and specifications, and oversee the product development process using agile methodologies. - Analyzed product metrics and user feedback to make data-driven decisions to improve product performance and drive user engagement. - Managed product launches and post-launch support, collaborating with marketing and sales teams to develop product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies. - Demonstrated exceptional leadership and communication skills, working effectively in fast-paced, collaborative environments to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Through my experiences as a Product Owner/Product Manager at Decklaration Design Studios, I have gained valuable experience in product development, agile methodologies, and team management. I have also demonstrated my ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products that drive business results in diverse niches.

- Drive the entire vision and delivery of new products, features to keep the business relevant and competitive by working closely with different stakeholders - Conduct market and customer research to identify potential features or releases - Manage the roadmap, prioritize product opportunities, refine feature ideas and maintain existing features to drive business goals. - Maintain and update existing features. - Produce high-level product requirements, iterate with your design and engineering teams. - Engage stakeholders in leadership, research, data, and support, and a coordinate across teams to maintain product and strategy alignment. - Coordinate go-to-market strategies when launching a new product or feature.

Phoenix Security platform enables you to prioritize vulnerabilities from code to cloud, leveraging contextual-based intelligence.

Giving underprivileged children a fighting chance. Based on pedagogy that combines technology, self-learning, and project-based learning. More at khud.org I was responsible to enable kids learn programming and bring their ideas to life, instead of teaching them in a conventional way we used to put them under situations where they had to solve problems by thinking critically and as a result they used to learn something new. The most prominent technologies we worked on with these kids were Python, Raspberry Pi, Programming with Scratch, Arduino, .Net

I initiated Greenify Pakistan with motivation to spread awareness about climate change via social platforms, build a community of change makers and plant trees in urban areas. We were able to plant and take care of 50k saplings and build a community of 1000+ volunteers from multiple cities of Pakistan in just 2 months. It was a small start, we still need lot more of such initiatives by masses to mitigate the effects of global climate change.

TheShadiPlanner (formerly DawatKada) offers pre-screened, curated vendor lists to help couples find top professionals—photographers, makeup artists, decor experts, jewelry brands, designer wear, and catering firms—all in one place. With our in-house AI-driven recommendation system, we suggest the best vendor combinations based on your budget, location, and theme preferences. Simply put, we are the "Uber for Wedding Planning."

Rada is striving to promote industry 4.0 in Pakistan leveraging Robotics and Automation. Started off by developing Robochef, Pakistan’s first fully automated chef.

The Digital School is a tech based after school program based in Lahore.

Gained practical management experience in a safe, simulated software production setting. Applied agile practices and techniques to conquer industry-inspired challenges by interacting with a realistic client.