Shahla Babayeva

Baku,Azerbaijan

shbabayevaa@gmail.com

About me

Entrepreneur and growth-driven leader with a strong background in marketing, data analysis, and business strategy. Founder & CEO with hands-on experience in building and scaling startups, developing go-to-market strategies, and driving revenue growth. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights, stakeholder management, and product innovation to create impactful business solutions. Proficient in market analysis, fundraising, and process optimization, with expertise in tools like Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Snowflake. Passionate about turning ideas into thriving ventures and shaping the future of digital marketing and business growth.

Baku, Azerbaijan

Baku Electronics

01 / 2025 – 04 / 2025

CRM & CX Specialist

  • Develop and optimize customer relationship management strategies to enhance user engagement and retention.

  • Analyze customer data and feedback to improve the overall customer experience and satisfaction

  • Implement automation and personalization strategies to streamline communication and increase efficiency

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine customer journeys and drive business growth

Baku, Azerbaijan

CRELIFT

10 / 2024 – Current

Founder & CEO

  • Lead the development and growth of a digital platform connecting businesses with content creators.

  • Oversee brand strategy, go-to-market execution, and product development to drive traction.

  • Manage a cross-functional team, ensuring smooth app development, marketing, and user acquisition.

  • Build partnerships and onboard users, continuously refining the platform based on market feedback.

Baku, Azerbaijan

ASILI Limited

01 / 2024 – Current

Co-founder & CEO

  • I design and execute innovative marketing campaigns across various platforms, driving brand awareness, customer engagement, and the growth of ASILI, a vintage fashion brand focused on sustainability and individuality.

  • I lead product curation and oversee business operations, ensuring exclusive offerings while effectively managing the team and optimizing budgets

Prague , Czechia

NEORIS

01 / 08 / 2022 – 01 / 07 / 2024

Business Analyst

  • As a Business Analyst at NEORIS, I have been responsible for conducting data mapping and analysis for process standardization projects at CEMEX, utilizing tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Snowflake, ERP systems (SAP and CRM).

  • Additionally, I contribute to improving company culture and internal processes by designing surveys, analyzing data, and creating informative communications materials such as newsletters and visibility magazines for various stakeholders including top management of CEMEX.

Baku, Azerbaijan

VarYox Culture and Art Platform

02 / 2021 – 01 / 07 / 2023

Business Analyst

  • I have successfully planned and executed fundraising initatives, managed project budgets, and collaborated with stakeholders to ensure efficient project implementation and reporting.

  • I have also conducted research, monitored project outcomes, and done data analytics to inform project planning and improvement, and to build relationships and drive impactful results.

Ankara , Turkey

Pink Life Solidarity Association

02 / 2019 – 11 / 2019

Resource Development and International Relations Coordinator

  • I was responsible for planning and executing fundraising initiatives, managing project budgets and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective project planning and reporting, risk mitigation.

  • I conducted needs assessments and performed project evaluations through comprehensive both qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis. By leveraging data-driven insights, I contributed to informed decision-making processes and enhanced project outcomes.

Ankara , Turkey

Flying Broom Association

02 / 2018 – 11 / 2018

Paid intern

  • I conducted needs assessments, research, and data analysis to inform project improvements, secure funding through proposals and budgets, and enhance the organization's advocacy and program strategies.

  • I have managed stakeholder communication, social media content creation, and representation at events, effectively increasing visibility, engagement, and collaboration with partners and funders.

Education

Education

Prague , Czechia

09/2021 – 07/2023

Master of Arts, Public and Social Policy

Charles University Final grade: 1.19 (1.00 is maximum)

Ankara , Turkey

09/2017 – 02/2021

Bachelor of Applied Science, Sociology

Middle East Technical University Final grade: 3.67

Training

Certifications

Data-Driven Decisions with Power BI

Coursera

Agile PM 202 - Introduction to Agile Project Management

Udemy

Google Digital Marketing and E-Commerce

Google

Genesys Cloud CX Certification Program

Cemex University

Language Skills

Education

Mother tongue(s):

Azerbaijani , Turkish


Other language(s):


English

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Russian

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Digital Skills

Education

Microsoft Office: proficient user of Word, Excel and Powerpoint


| Data Analysis (Python) | SPSS | SAP SD, SAP MM | Snowflake | CRM | Power BI | SQL