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Humza Masood

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Entrepreneurial and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in budgeting, finance, and strategic planning. Successfully built and managed a profitable small business, then redirected earnings toward personal investment in the stock markets to generate long-term financial growth. Passionate about leveraging financial acumen to grow capital, optimise operational efficiency, and drive sustained business and investment success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Sydkick
Sydney, NSW
03.2022 - Current

Financial Management:

  • Implemented foundational financial tracking systems to support effective budgeting and expense control.
  • Created and maintained detailed budgets, regularly monitoring expenditures to ensure alignment with financial targets.
  • Reinvested business profits into diversified stock portfolios in US exchange markets (NASDAQ).

Marketing Strategies:

  • Reviewed sales reports and adjusted sales activities or expenses to better meet budgets.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.

Operational Efficiency:

  • Streamline repetitive tasks with clearly defined processes for staff.
  • Introduce Inventory Management Software (Sneaker Consign): If selling physical products, track inventory turnover to avoid stockouts.

Growth and Business Development:

  • Conducted quarterly SWOT analyses to evaluate internal capabilities and market conditions, informing strategic business decisions and growth initiatives.
  • Established a new sales channel by partnering with The Goodkid, leveraging their retail presence to expand market reach, and increase customer acquisition.
  • Adapted to shifting market demand by diversifying product offerings beyond sneakers and apparel to include trading cards and collectible items, capturing new customer segments and stabilizing revenue streams.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce & Advanced Studies - Finance & Accounting

University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Budgeting, finance, and forecasting
  • Strategic planning and market analysis
  • Process optimization and inventory control
  • Client/vendor relationship management
  • E-commerce and sales channel development
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

  • NSW Premier's High School Certificate (HSC) All-Rounder Achievers Award (achieving 90+ in all subjects)
  • Dalyell Scholarship at the University of Sydney

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Sydkick
03.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Commerce & Advanced Studies - Finance & Accounting

University of Sydney
Humza Masood