Raafieq Isaacs

Employed by Afribridge, supporting Dentons. The World's Largest Global Law Firm

• Assisted with crafting global 10 year strategy.
• Assisted with implementation of Strategy for Africa region.
• Identifying opportunities to expand into African Countries.
• Liaise with Affiliate African partners and approving branding budgets.
• Working with in country service providers for branding quotes for Affiliate offices
• Implementing design of logo's for new Affiliate offices.
• Interfaced with outside marketing vendors to promote projects, gather cost estimates and deliver marketing materials for production.
• Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
• Crafted business proposals for partners to win new business.
• Communicated with local organizations to build networks and develop leads.
• Negotiated favorable contract terms with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements that drove long-term partnerships.
• Negotiated contracts and closed sales with new and existing clients.
• Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitor activities, informing strategic business decisions.
• Contributed to event marketing and brand promotion.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Directed high-value marketing program with consistent adherence to deadlines and budget constraints.

• Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
• Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
• Monitored return on investment of online and social media marketing efforts.
• Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
• Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
• Tracked and capitalized on emerging industry trends to boost campaign performance.
• Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that achieved goals for increased website traffic.
• Improved page content, keyword relevancy, and branding to achieve search engine optimization goals.
• Optimized content strategy across multiple channels to support search engine rankings, brand recognition, and user engagement goals.
• Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.
• Increased conversion rates through thorough A/B testing of website design elements and callstoaction.
• Analyzed competitor activity in the marketplace to inform adjustments in positioning, messaging, and promotional strategies.
• Increased website traffic by developing and implementing a comprehensive SEO strategy.
• Trained junior team members in best practices for digital marketing strategies, tactics, and tools to cultivate a high-performance team culture.
• Analyzed and reported on KPIs to validate and demonstrate success of marketing campaigns.
• Established partnerships with industry influencers to expand brand reach and credibility within target markets.
• Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
• Managed social media accounts for clients, generating interest for existing and upcoming product or service releases.
• Maximized email marketing effectiveness by segmenting lists, personalizing content, and monitoring key performance indicators.
• Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

• Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
• Managed the end-to-end execution of various digital marketing projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
• Brainstormed content marketing strategies based around client's business goals, existing content and chosen key performance indicators.
• Optimized landing pages for improved conversion rates, utilizing A/B testing and user experience best practices.
• Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
• Leveraged MailChimp and AWeber to implement email campaigns and monitor performance.
• Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
• Increased website traffic by implementing search engine optimization strategies and keyword research.
• Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
• Implemented weekly promotional and editorial strategies to improve customer engagement across channels.
• Wrote and distributed press releases to increase brand visibility.
• Created and managed social media campaigns to increase brand engagement.
• Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
• Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
• Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
• Created and distributed monthly SEO reports to notify clients of site traffic, goals and KPIs.
• Increased customer retention rates with personalized email marketing campaigns tailored to individual preferences and behaviors.
• Supported new client acquisition with superior strategy and world-class presentations.
• Monitored and analyzed market and competitor metrics to inform digital marketing strategies.
• Directed traffic growth strategies, SEO, content distribution, email marketing, and trackbacks.
• Fostered a culture of continuous learning within the team by providing training resources, encouraging skill development, and sharing industry best practices.
• Scaled digital marketing operations by creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation, process maps, and standardized procedures.
• Boosted sales revenue through the implementation of conversion rate optimization tactics on e-commerce platforms.
• Grew social media following with strategic outreach efforts, influencer partnerships, and engaging content curation.
• Developed and executed multiple print and digital marketing efforts to enhance brand visibility.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

• Improved account management by predicting potential competitive threats and outlining proactive solutions.
• Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
• Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
• Streamlined internal processes for better account management, resulting in reduced response times.
• Optimized sales performance by identifying opportunities within existing key accounts and upselling accordingly.
• Developed customized presentations for key clients that showcased the value of our products or services in addressing their specific challenges and pain points.
• Achieved revenue targets consistently through effective negotiation and contract management with key clients.
• Coordinated resources effectively to ensure seamless execution of projects involving multiple stakeholders across different departments.
• Supported sales and reporting for large and medium-sized accounts.
• Served as primary point of contact for all communications between key clients and the company, ensuring transparency throughout all stages of the relationship.
• Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
• Facilitated strategic meetings with key stakeholders to understand customer needs and develop action plans.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and providing tailored solutions.
• Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
• Analyzed key competitors to respond to competitive threats.
• Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
• Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Contributed to the overall growth of the sport by conducting workshops and events to promote cricket within local communities.
• Developed strong team dynamics by organizing regular bonding activities and maintaining open communication channels.
• Fostered a positive team environment by setting clear expectations and providing constructive feedback.
• Helped new team members acclimate to procedures, collaborate with fellow athletes and enhance competitive performances.
• Increased team performance by implementing innovative training techniques and strategies.
• Helped develop skills of future team members starting at age 8.
• Ensured compliance with league rules and regulations by staying up-to-date on changes affecting gameplay or player eligibility.
• Assisted in the recruitment process for new talent, ensuring the selection of skilled and dedicated players.
• Conducted post-match debriefs with players identifying strengths and weaknesses from every game which helped strategize better game plans.
• Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
• Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
• Represented club at school, community and club events.
• Mentored junior coaches within the organization, sharing expertise and advice for professional growth.
• Evaluated athletes' performance to provide suitable feedback, balancing criticism with positivity and motivation.
• Conducted weekly video podcast to recap and preview league's games.
• Attracted new students to sport with successful outreach initiatives.
• Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
• Managed equipment inventory efficiently, maintaining optimal training conditions throughout the season.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

• Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
• Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
• Oversaw implementation of sustainable practices within warehouse operations, reducing energy consumption and waste production.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
• Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
• Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
• Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
• Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
• Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
• Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
• Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
• Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
• Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.