Conceptualising and bringing new possibilities to life is what energises Shakir. His passion for entrepreneurship through technology stems from the ability to overcome physical world constraints and change working models in the technological realm. For Shakir, technology is a liberating force that pushes the envelope and opens up new avenues of innovation and growth.

Shakir possesses a deep understanding of business, technology, and design, allowing him to orchestrate their right mix for great product development. He values an entrepreneurial, customer-centric, growth-oriented, and agile approach, which he believes is essential for meeting the needs of growth-oriented clients. His commitment to clear and transparent communication enables both people and organisations to achieve their goals.

In his professional journey, Shakir has worked with clients to identify and understand their business problems, design intuitive solutions, and implement and deliver them effectively. His experience spans helping numerous startups and large-scale enterprises organise and scale their product and engineering teams. Shakir manages technology experts, navigates multiple cultures and time zones, and coordinates various stakeholders to ensure successful software development and delivery, creating deeper value for clients.

Shakir brings extensive domain expertise across multiple verticals, including urban mobility, B2B and B2C delivery, supply chain, education, healthcare, and telemedicine. This diverse experience allows clients to leverage transferable best practices from various industries, maximising advantages at cross sections.

What makes working at td fulfilling for Shakir is the company’s commitment to living its values every day while focusing on growth. At td, there is no need to choose between the things that matter and the work that needs to be done. The organisational culture ensures that everyone can live impactful and meaningful lives in line with the company’s values. Shakir appreciates how td values its people, allowing them to balance work and personal commitments, such as managing meeting schedules to accommodate a child’s football game. This emphasis on people reflects the company’s core value of People, alongside Planet and Technology.

Shakir’s approach to leadership and technology exemplifies Think Digitally’s mission to create meaningful change while adhering to ethical practices and sustainability. His dedication to pushing technological boundaries and fostering a supportive organisational culture makes him a valuable asset to td‘s leadership team.