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Einas Ibrahim

Einas Ibrahim

Business Transformation Leader | Experienced Consultant | Wharton MBA | Master Anaplanner
New York,NY

Summary

Strategic business transformation consultant specializing in driving enterprise-wide connected planning and operational excellence. Expert at translating complex business challenges into actionable solutions that deliver measurable growth and efficiency gains. Proven leader in managing and mentoring cross-functional, global teams through Agile frameworks to implement scalable planning platforms and foster organizational change. Adept at stakeholder engagement and influencing diverse groups to accelerate adoption of innovative digital solutions. Passionate about leveraging technology to bridge business strategy and execution, optimizing decision-making in dynamic environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Principal Independent Anaplan Architect

PLANZA CONSULTING
New York, New York
02.2023 - Current

Leveraged Master Anaplanner expertise to architect end-to-end, scalable, best-practice Anaplan solutions.

Starwood Capital

  • Designed and implemented comprehensive Anaplan models for asset management, including a Construction & Development Asset Manager model to streamline investment tracking, financial planning, and quarterly investment updates (QIU) enabling real-time reporting and performance analysis.
  • Optimized construction budgeting by building dynamic bell curve calculations that automate real-time updates based on actuals, improving budget accuracy across project lifecycles.
  • Enhanced sales and cash flow forecasting by creating automated projections for sales, deposits, and commissions, integrating equity, debt, and deposits to provide real-time cash flow visibility and support improved financial decision-making.
  • Improved funding and draw processes by developing automated draw summary models, increasing efficiency and accuracy in funding requests and capital allocation tracking.

Other Clients

Other Clients:

  • Designed and implemented Anaplan models for clients in asset management, financial services, and technology sectors, optimizing budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning processes.
  • Developed financial forecasting and sales territory optimization models, incorporating dynamic budgeting frameworks and automated quota management solutions.
  • Led audits and optimizations of Anaplan models by refining data structures, formulas, and automation to improve efficiency and scalability.
  • Delivered training and best-practice guidance to internal teams, promoting effective adoption, governance, and sustainable long-term model success.

Principal Architect – Emerge Anaplan Practice

SLALOM CONSULTING
New York, New York
02.2022 - 12.2022

Led high-impact client engagements and architecture reviews while driving the development of practice-wide training programs and assets. Played a key role in shaping strategic growth as a leadership team member and managed a diverse team of 8 consultants.

  • Served as solution architect on high-touch segmentation, territory creation, and optimization projects for a leading technology company; labor planning initiatives for a top retail brand; and international promotion planning for one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies.
  • Collaborated with sales and business development teams, both internally and with Anaplan, to identify new growth opportunities and drive practice expansion.
  • Developed a delivery framework based on EPM and Agile methodologies, including RACI-defined activities for each phase and sub-phase, red flags, exit criteria gates, and standardized templates for deliverables and client communications.
  • Acted as Scrum Master for practice-wide, multi-workstream strategic initiatives, defining and prioritizing key projects.
  • Initiated and implemented a comprehensive consultant professional development program focused on technical, business, consulting, and communication skills.
  • Created an Anaplan onboarding program and mentored new hires throughout a structured 3-month training cycle.
  • Participated in staffing decisions to support planning cycles, ensuring business continuity and maintaining a lean bench.

Senior Consulting Manager – Anaplan Practice

VOIANT CONSULTING
New York, New York
01.2021 - 02.2022

Led complex Anaplan solution deliveries focused on territory, quota, and segmentation projects. Managed a team of 5, drove discovery and design phases, and developed training to enhance consulting capabilities.

  • Led client engagements, facilitated discovery sessions, designed and architected solutions, then directed technical teams through implementation. Managed a team of 5 and developed training materials and other high-value assets.
  • Led end-to-end territory and quota project design and implementation for a leading insurance company.
  • Spearheaded segmentation and automatic account assignment initiatives for a major technology research and consulting client.
  • Developed and delivered sales performance management (SPM) training materials and sessions to elevate business and technical capabilities of consultants.Led client engagements and solution architecture, driving discovery, design, and implementation phases while managing a team of 5 and creating training materials to enhance consulting capabilities.
  • Delivered end-to-end territory and quota project design and implementation for a leading insurance company.
  • Spearheaded segmentation and automatic account assignment initiatives for a major technology research and consulting client.
  • Developed and delivered sales performance management (SPM) training materials and sessions to elevate the business and technical skills of consultants.

Manager, Anaplan IT

COLONY CAPITAL
New York, New York
09.2019 - 05.2020

Applied finance and business expertise to deliver end-to-end Anaplan solutions spanning conceptualization, architecture, implementation, and ongoing support.

  • Implemented diverse Anaplan applications, including Hospitality Finance Reporting, Loan Accretion, Intercompany Analysis, and Reconciliation.
  • Identified business needs and challenges through focused discovery sessions and detailed user stories.
  • Architected tailored solutions aligned with customer requirements and Anaplan best practices.
  • Managed data integration and migration utilizing a central Datahub and Anaplan Connect.
  • Employed the Anaplan Way, Center of Excellence (CoE), Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), and industry best practices in solution development.

Solution Consultant Pre-sales

ANAPLAN
New York, New York
11.2018 - 07.2019

Supported the Enterprise Sales team by qualifying opportunities, delivering demonstrations, building proofs of concept, responding to RFPs, and providing business justification in a pre-sales role.

  • Articulated value propositions through deep understanding of Anaplan’s capabilities and clients’ business challenges.
  • Maintained comprehensive product knowledge alongside awareness of competitive market dynamics.

Financial Planning & Analytics

ROIVANT SCIENCES
New York, New York
11.2017 - 10.2018

Collaborated closely with subsidiary CFOs to deliver financial planning and analysis services, develop performance dashboards, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

  • Developed standardized systems and procedures to automate FP&A functions leveraging TM1-IBM Planning Analytics/PAX.
  • Generated ad-hoc reports to identify root causes of issues and analyze data trends.

Consultant

TALEM ADVISORY
New York- Missle East, New York
06.2011 - 11.2017

Provided strategic evaluation and support to entrepreneurial ventures through startup pitch assessments and candidate evaluations for high-profile programs. Contributed significantly to the formation and operational success of Cairo Angels, Egypt’s largest angel investor group.

  • Judged startup pitches at events such as Harvard Business School’s Startup Day and assessed candidates for the Endeavor International Program.
  • Played a key role in establishing and managing Cairo Angels, fostering angel investment activities across Egypt.

Senior Financial Analyst / Manager

ETHICON, INC. (A Johnson & Johnson Company)
New York, New York
08.2009 - 11.2011

Delivered financial analysis, budget management, and annual forecasting for an $80 million business unit with 750 employees.

  • Coordinated financial reporting across 22 global business units, consolidating data for Senior VP and Board-level presentations.

Summer Associate

SK TELECOM
Seoul, South Korea
07.2008 - 08.2008

Conducted financial and market research to inform strategic decision-making for a multi-million-dollar division.

  • Analyzed financial statements and business trends to identify opportunities and risks.
  • Developed a market entry strategy tailored to division goals and competitive dynamics.

Education

MBA - Finance and Entrepreneurship

THE WHARTON SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia, PA
07.2007 - 05.2009

Post Graduate Diploma - Software Development

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
Cairo, Egypt

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering, Computer and Control

AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY
Cairo, Egypt

Skills

Certification

Master Anaplanner 2025

Thought Leadership & Media

Video Interviews
Featured on industry podcasts and webinars covering Anaplan platform expertise, solution architecture, and professional development, including The EPM Podcast (2023), Anaplan Live! (2021), and Anaplan Community (2021).

Articles
Authored articles focused on career development in the Anaplan ecosystem, sales operations transformation, quota and territory management optimization, and consulting excellence, published between 2023 and 2024. Topics include sales performance management, workflow automation, territory management optimization, and nurturing consulting talent.

Interests

Reading (580 books)
Building Large Lego Sets
Outdoor Biking
Traveling (26 Countries, 5 Continents)

Timeline

Principal Independent Anaplan Architect

PLANZA CONSULTING
02.2023 - Current

Principal Architect – Emerge Anaplan Practice

SLALOM CONSULTING
02.2022 - 12.2022

Senior Consulting Manager – Anaplan Practice

VOIANT CONSULTING
01.2021 - 02.2022

Manager, Anaplan IT

COLONY CAPITAL
09.2019 - 05.2020

Solution Consultant Pre-sales

ANAPLAN
11.2018 - 07.2019

Financial Planning & Analytics

ROIVANT SCIENCES
11.2017 - 10.2018

Consultant

TALEM ADVISORY
06.2011 - 11.2017

Senior Financial Analyst / Manager

ETHICON, INC. (A Johnson & Johnson Company)
08.2009 - 11.2011

Summer Associate

SK TELECOM
07.2008 - 08.2008

MBA - Finance and Entrepreneurship

THE WHARTON SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
07.2007 - 05.2009

Post Graduate Diploma - Software Development

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering, Computer and Control

AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY
Einas IbrahimBusiness Transformation Leader | Experienced Consultant | Wharton MBA | Master Anaplanner
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