Bukra Zeqiri
Washington,D.C.
Summary
Seasoned global operations leader with over 15 years of expertise in strategy consulting, managed services, and financial services. Demonstrates a strong track record of driving revenue growth and developing scalable service offerings while managing high-impact engagements with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. Core competencies include consultative sales, operational transformation, and strategic advisory, all aimed at enhancing business processes and optimizing revenue streams. Recognized for effective partnership with C-suite executives to align innovative solutions with organizational objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Strategy & Managed Services
Guidehouse Inc.
Arlington, VA
01.2016 - Current
- Led revenue growth from $2M to $25M annually by designing and executing scalable managed services solutions in financial services, supply chain, and operations.
- Develops and executes managed services offerings that enable clients to optimize operational performance and drive process transformation, leveraging data-driven insights.
- Spearheaded a $2.2B global supply chain initiative, expanding reach by 40%, and enhancing operational efficiency for financial institutions and government clients.
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless collaboration between sales, finance, marketing, and digital transformation units, to accelerate outcomes.
- Pitched and closed high-value contracts by tailoring solutions to client needs, demonstrating a strong executive presence, and fostering C-level relationships.
- Leads large-scale operational transformations, aligning major institutions with digital-first initiatives and process automation strategies.
Senior Manager, Global Operations & Strategy
The Palladium Group
Washington, D.C.
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Designed and executed regional managed services strategies, increasing operational efficiency by 20% across multiple international markets.
- Developed and implemented competitive pricing models, improving profitability and client satisfaction across financial institutions and payment platforms.
- Led strategic advisory engagements with major government institutions, enhancing digital and customer engagement programs.
- Managed global, cross-functional teams, driving growth in underperforming regions by optimizing go-to-market strategies.
- Introduced business intelligence (BI) tools, accelerating decision-making and revenue forecasting by 40%.
Operations Analyst, Business Transformation
Sibley International
Washington, D.C.
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed a $50M financial services portfolio across Latin America and Eastern Europe, driving operational improvements and process automation.
- Developed strategic frameworks to streamline client operations, resulting in a 15% reduction in costs.
- Led 23 capacity-building projects, enhancing business process efficiency for financial service providers.
- Implemented digital transformation initiatives, achieving a 95% adoption rate across internal operations and client-facing platforms.
Consultant, Business Advisory Services
AECOM
Arlington, VA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Assessed and optimized global business operations, implementing process improvements to streamline financial services workflows.
- Developed financial modeling tools for executive decision-making, improving budget forecasting accuracy.
- Launched and managed strategic project start-ups, including office setup, recruitment, and market entry planning.
Education
Master’s - Financial Economics
Johns Hopkins University
Washington, DC01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX06-2009
BBA - Business Administration Management
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin01.2009
Skills
- Business strategy
- Strategic planning
- Program management
- Market analysis
- Financial analysis
- Budget control
Certification
- Introduction to Machine Learning: Art of the Possible
- Machine Learning Terminology and Process
- Prompt Engineering by IBM
Hobbies and Interests
- Avid Reader: Reading 15-20 books annually exploring new ideas and challenging my perspectives.
- Cyclist: Traveling globally, biking hundreds of miles for immersive cultural experiences.
- Chef-in-Training: Experimenting with international flavors, inspired by global travels.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Albanian, Native
- Italian, Conversational
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Albanian
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Timeline
Director, Strategy & Managed Services
Guidehouse Inc.
01.2016 - Current
Senior Manager, Global Operations & Strategy
The Palladium Group
01.2012 - 01.2016
Operations Analyst, Business Transformation
Sibley International
01.2010 - 01.2012
Consultant, Business Advisory Services
AECOM
01.2008 - 01.2009
Master’s - Financial Economics
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Texas Lutheran University
BBA - Business Administration Management
Texas Lutheran University
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