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A journey across continents and industries, now focused on leveraging AI to drive business transformation and sustainable growth.

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Zaki Ullah

A Global Journey

My path has been shaped by diverse cultures and environments, fostering a unique global perspective.

Manchester, UK & South Asia

Early Years

Born in the UK with roots in South Asia, my early life was a blend of cultures, instilling a deep appreciation for diversity from the start.

Dubai, UAE

Growth & Development

Living in a global hub like Dubai broadened my horizons, exposing me to international business and a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Singapore

Higher Education

Awarded a full-ride scholarship to study at Yale-NUS College, a unique liberal arts institution established by Yale and the National University of Singapore.

The Spark of AI

Career Beginnings in Sales

My professional journey began in sales, with the grit of cold calling. This experience sparked my interest in efficiency, communication, and how technology—specifically AI—could revolutionize these processes.

London, UK

Present - AI & Business Transformation

Now based in London, I'm at the forefront of AI transformation, leading initiatives in international commodities trading and business development, driving growth through intelligent solutions.

Professional Experience

A snapshot of my career, blending international trade with cutting-edge technology.

Global BDM

Montage Oil & Integris Chemical

May 2024 - Present

Leading key AI transformation initiatives and spearheading business expansion across Africa and APAC to drive market expansion and profitable growth.

Business Development Manager

FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE)

Apr 2023 - Apr 2024

Promoted after 10 months by consistently exceeding sales targets, achieving up to 235% of quota and generating over $200K in new ARR.

Sustainability Consultant

Deloitte

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

Contributed to Singapore's Smart Nation AI framework, advised clients like UBS and Nespresso on GTM strategy, and authored sustainability publications.

Trading Intern

Kempar Energy Pte. Ltd

May 2021 - Jul 2021

Coordinated commodity buying, sourced new suppliers to increase margins by over 3%, and achieved 120% of sales targets through cold calling.

Education & Achievements

Grounded in a rigorous academic foundation with a focus on interdisciplinary analysis.

Yale-NUS College

Full Scholarship Recipient

Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) with First Class Honours / Distinction.

GRE Score

Above 90th Percentile

Achieved a score of 331 out of 340, demonstrating advanced verbal and quantitative reasoning skills.

High School Achievements

AP Scholar

Graduated with an American High School Diploma and received AP Scholar awards for high performance in advanced placement coursework.

My Passion for AI

I believe in AI's potential to solve complex problems and create new opportunities.

AI-Driven Sales Success

Harnessing AI to exceed sales targets by improving outreach, understanding customer behavior, and closing deals faster with precision-driven insights.

Revolutionizing Commodities Trading

Driven to solve inefficiencies in communication, pricing accuracy, and inventory planning—challenges I’ve experienced firsthand—through intelligent, AI-enabled solutions.

The Future of Human Interaction

Deeply curious about how AI will redefine human-to-human interaction—enhancing collaboration, personalizing engagement, and unlocking new ways to connect.