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Usman Sheikh

CEO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates22 yrs 9 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Founded and scaled multiple successful companies.
  • Expert in building remote-first business models.
  • Strong leadership in entrepreneurship and product development.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned entrepreneur with expertise in building remote-first businesses across various industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

LeadershipProduct Development

Other Skills

Business DevelopmentBusiness StrategyCRMConsultingDigital MarketingE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareEnterprise Solution SalesEntrepreneurshipManagementMarketing StrategyMobile Interface DesignNew Business DevelopmentOnline AdvertisingOnline Marketing

About

I never wanted to be an entrepreneur. Getting fired within 2 weeks of my internship at one of the largest investment banks in the world changed the trajectory of my life. I started my first business with my college roommate in 2003. 21 years later, having started, scaled and sold multiple companies I thank my first manager for firing me everyday. Today I manage a portfolio of businesses and investments under my personal holding company called High Output Ventures based out of Singapore. I have a very simple thesis of who I am looking to partner and work with: ‣ Is frustrated at their job or a business they are running ‣ Has developed a key skillset and has deep expertise in a specific domain ‣ Wants to start their own business but wants to partner instead of going solo ‣ Has identified an opportunity in the market which fits their skillset and experience ‣ Can pick up the phone and get 10 potential prospects on the phone ‣ Lastly, wants to build the company fully remote If the above criteria sounds like you, I hope you will send me a DM! For everyone else, I write and share about my journey and am always looking to connect with individuals who share a passion for entrepreneurship and those who have become world class at their craft.

Experience

Stable books

Co-Founder

Jun 2023Mar 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos · United Arab Emirates · Remote

  • New venture studio company that solves the problem for startups and solopreneurs based out of UAE to become tax compliant with the upcoming regulation changes.
  • I provide support for the strategy and recruiting aspect of the business.

Starseekr

Co-Founder

Apr 2023Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Starseekr provides your business with the perfect Fillipino VA. Our talent pool is pre-vetted and trained.

Scaleforge

Investor

Apr 2023Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • At ScaleForge, our mission is to forge the future of ambitious software organizations by providing expert scalability solutions that empower expansion, magnifying their impact, and propelling them towards the next level of success

Peeba (yc w23)

Investor

Mar 2023Present · 3 yrs

  • Transforming the way local retailers in Asia buy for their stores.

Advante l&d

Investor

Aug 2022Mar 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Advante aims to redefine the landscape of learning and development consultancy. We envision a world where everyone leads, designs, and creates the professional and personal life they want with our support.

Synthesis

Investor

Jul 2022Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

  • Show your child they can learn anything. Synthesis Tutor is the educational AI that actually works.

Commsor 🦕

Investor

Feb 2022Present · 4 yrs 1 mo

  • We believe your network is your most valuable asset. That's why we build tools to help you unlock the value in building a strong and engaged network. Meet Bronto and Matcha.

Growthdeputy

Co-Founder

Jan 2022Present · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • We help businesses of all sizes achieve their next level of growth by leveraging our remote marketing team. Every Deputy is carefully selected and handles those manual and time-consuming marketing tasks so you can focus on growing your business.

Talentstories

Co-Founder

Nov 2021Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Singapore

  • TalentStories is a guide for the curious, the bold and the optimistic on our quest to define meaning and success in a complex, changing world of work.
  • On TalentStories we talk to people about their jobs, careers and businesses. We tease out their lessons, motivations and stories. And we discuss and explore the trends and ideas we need to keep up with to learn, grow -- and thrive.
  • Exited company and sold shares to my cofounder who continues to run the business.

Ai camp

Investor

May 2021Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

  • AI Camp educates future leaders on AI, coding, and the process of crafting remarkable AI products, all while providing opportunities for tech internships.

Roam research

Investor

Apr 2021Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

  • Roam is an online workspace for organizing and evaluating knowledge.

Swag kicks (techstars '22, sosv-orbit ‘21)

Investor

Feb 2021Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Your source for affordable pre-loved branded shoes in Pakistan. 100% Money Back Policy + Free Shipping on all Orders.

Babyplanet.pk

Investor

Oct 2020Present · 5 yrs 5 mos

  • Pakistan's Largest Online Shopping Store for Babies, Kids, and Maternity products. Buy skin care products, toys, clothes, diapers, footwear and much more.

Her vietnam

Co-Founder

Sep 2020Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

  • Fastest growing beauty and wellness brand for 20 somethings in Vietnam. Learn more at: https://www.instagram.com/thisishervn/

Reitscreener

Co-Founder

Sep 2017Dec 2023 · 6 yrs 3 mos

  • REITScreener is a platform for investors to boost their investment portfolio through REITs.
LeadershipProduct Development

High output ventures

Managing Director

May 2017Present · 8 yrs 10 mos · Singapore

  • High Output Ventures partners with domain experts to create remote first businesses. We provide companies the ability to validate their business models, provide operational support and eventually scale their services through our early stage fund. We are head quartered in Singapore; however we are fully remote company with people all across the world.
LeadershipProduct DevelopmentNew Business Development

Alt manager

Founder

Mar 2016Nov 2017 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Alt Manager provided crypto traders with a interface to trade on multiple exchanges through a single view and execute automated trading strategies.
  • The business was acquired in a private sale.

Identifi

Founder

Jan 2011Present · 15 yrs 2 mos · Singapore · Remote

  • Identifi helps remote businesses build inclusive cultures by providing them with a platform to:
  • Check-in every day with how they are doing
  • Share what they are working on
  • Manage time-off requests
  • Submit weekly reviews
  • The goal is to enable remote companies to be more connected with one another.
LeadershipProduct Development

Txtanium

Investor

Apr 2009Mar 2010 · 11 mos

  • txtanium is mobile communication platform. It is a robust system which enables enterprises of all sizes to use text messaging to boost productivity and expedite communication internally and externally.
LeadershipProduct Development

Innovo global solutions

Co-Founder

Jan 2007Dec 2011 · 4 yrs 11 mos

  • Innovo Global Solutions (InnovoGS) is a leading provider of Psychometric Assessment and Training Services, Executive Recruitment and Human Resource Outsourcing. Established in 2006 with the aim to bring the latest and most advanced developments in the Human Resource industry to the Asian market in order to revolutionize the market and help organizations make the most of their investment in Human Capital. With Head Offices in Karachi, Pakistan, Innovo has a broad geographical coverage with satellite offices in UAE, Singapore and North America.
  • I serve as an advisor to the company.

Hatch media

Co-Founder

Jun 2006Dec 2011 · 5 yrs 6 mos · Singapore

  • Hatch Media was successfully acquired by United Neon Advertising.
  • Hatch Media is an alternative advertising company which provides its client with innovative ways to reach its target audience. It specializes in youth marketing to the 17-25 demographic which it reaches through its expansive network, spread throughout educational institutes around Singapore. If your company is looking to break away from the clutter of everyday advertising please contact them today to find out how they can be of assistance. Our services include:
  • AdCups
  • AdTable
  • AdTissues
  • Graffiti Mural Advertising
  • My primary role is to provide strategic direction to assist in growing the business. I also play a major role in the recruitment and growth of the core team.
LeadershipProduct Development

Synaptic creations

CEO

Aug 2003Jun 2006 · 2 yrs 10 mos

  • A technology media startup which specialized in providing advertising & marketing services to the educational sector in Singapore. Our offering included:
  • Design Services (Web & Print)
  • Brand Management
  • Marketing & Promotion Activities
  • Event Marketing
  • Printing Services
  • I was responsible for the overall business development aspect as well as recruiting and growing the team. Being my first venture I learned a lot regarding the importance of managing cash flows, selection of the right team members and selecting an growing within a niche segment.

Business incubation of global organizations

International Chairman

Jul 2003Jan 2008 · 4 yrs 6 mos

  • Co-founded this entrepreneurship club in 2003. Grew it from a membership base of 20 members to well over 500 members in my first year as president. Resided as an advisor and international chairman to assist in the expansion of the clubs geographic boundaries outside of Singapore.
  • Today we have well over 3000 members spread across all through Asia.
Product Development

Education

National University of Singapore

Undergraduate

Jan 2002Jan 2005

University of Cambridge

Psychometrics — Psychology

Jan 2006Jan 2007

Founders Institute

Entrepreneurship

Jan 2010Jan 2010

Lyceum

Jan 1999Jan 2000

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