ABOUT ME

I have always been passionate about learning and making a meaningful impact in society. While pursuing my master’s degree at the University of Tehran, I launched my first start-up. This venture allowed me to gain valuable experience in developing ideas, building teams, raising capital, and being part of science and technology parks in Iran.

I have over 10 years of experience in the financial and credit industries as a business analyst, chief executive officer, business consultant, and product manager. One of my notable achievements in my work is establishing an extensive database of credit history which maintains financial records. In addition, I was a member of the committee that designed the rating model for estimating the debt capacity of technology-based companies.

I have also been connected to the field of education because of my interest in teaching and mentoring. Since I graduated with my master’s degree, I have had experience teaching in various educational institutes. I have also obtained certificates of being a professional educator, such as certified trainer for the  ILO SIYB training packages and Applied Science and Technology Universities.

Now, I am more than ready to commence a new chapter in my life. I would like to combine all the entrepreneurial and professional experience with my interest for education, creativity, and technology. I want to make a difference in cross-disciplinary learning and be part of the development of unique learning solutions.

Education

M.Sc. in Entrepreneurship (2010 – 2013)
University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
Thesis Title: The Effect of Establishing Virtual Science and Technology Park on Small and Medium Enterprise Performance in Tehran City
This research was funded by the Tehran Urban Research and Planning Center (amount: $3,200.00, average exchange rate: 32,000 IRR/USD).

B.Sc. in Business Management (2005 – 2009)
University College of NabiAkram, Tabriz, Iran.

Diploma in Experimental Sciences (2001 – 2005)
Nemoneh Dolati High School*, Tabriz, Iran.
* School for Gifted Students (entrance exam required)

Research Interests

Entrepreneurship Education, Financial Literacy, Data Literacy, Game-based learning, 21st Century Skills, Gamification

Experiences

Teaching
— Lecturer (2015 – 2016)
University of Applied Science and Technology
Taught organizational behavior and customer relationship management courses for two semesters.

— Lecturer (2014 – 2015)
University College of NabiAkram
Taught entrepreneurship and business plan courses to undergraduate students for two semesters.

— Trainer and Mentor (2012 – 2016)
Startup Accelerators

— Instructor, Al-Zahra University (2011)
Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research
Taught entrepreneurial thinking to graduate students.

Professional
Business Analysis Consultant (2022 – 2024)
Etebarsanji Arzeshafarin Etemad
– Created detailed reports and dashboards using advanced data visualization tools. (Annual Report on Iran’s Knowledge-based Ecosystem)
– Helped design and launch a new product, FinBeep, a financial health tool for small businesses.

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer (2018 – 2022)
Etebarsanji Arzeshafarin Etemad
– Developed and implemented risk management strategies that reduced loans default rate by 3.2%.
– Conducted comprehensive rating models and estimated the debt capacity of technology-based firms.

Business Analyst (2015 – 2018)
Sandoughe Tose’h Fanavari Iranian
– Designed and implemented business processes to optimize performance, contributing to a 25% growth in revenue.
– Developed new financial services, resulting in a twofold increase in service capacity over three years.

Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (2012 – 2015)
Dadehpardazan Sarirsystem
– Led the company that manufactured smart home devices.

Event Coordinator/Course Designer (2012)
Farakhiz (rebranded as Tehran Marketing School)
– Organized and executed multiple marketing events.
– Designed courses for businesses located in the Shamsabad Industrial Town.

Volunteer
2012 – 2016 – Mentor
Startup Weekend Events

Publications

— Moghtader Eslami, S., Arasti, Z., Bagheri, A., & Turkayesh, M. M. (2024). How can learning approaches affect in-service teachers’ entrepreneurial competencies? experiential and collaborative vs. traditional learning. Manuscript submitted for publication in the European Journal of Teacher Education.

Conference Presentations

— Tajeddini, K., Momayez A., & Turkayesh, M. M. (2013). Virtual Science and Technology Park: A Review. XXIII Anprotec Seminar on Science Parks and Business Incubation, Brazil.
— Turkayesh, M. M., Barijough, M. F. (2010). Impact of small and medium enterprise on economic development. Paper presented at the Annual Conference of Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, Shiraz, Iran. (in farsi)

Selected Courses and Conferences

— The International Labor Organization Certification Programme for SIYB (Start and Improve Your Business) Trainers, Ministry of Cooperatives, Labor, and Social Welfare, Iran.
— 4th International Conference on Management of Technology and Innovation, Iran Technology and Innovation Management Association, Iran.
— Action Business Planning for Early-stage Startup, University of Tehran, Iran.

Skills

Research
Quantitative Statistical Data Analysis
Structural Equation Modeling
Quantitative Data Analysis Methods
Structural Analysis (MICMAC)

Computer
SPSS, SmartPLS, ATLAS.ti
WordPress, Power BI, Adobe XD

Programming
M Language and DAX
Python (basic)

Test Scores

TOEFL (iBT): Actively preparing for the TOEFL Test.

Honors and Awards

— Awarded Best Participant in the ILO Certification Programme for SIYB Trainers in Iran, 2011.
— Ranked 7th in the National Entrance Examination for a Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship Management Among 43,181 Participants, 2010.
— The Superior Selected in 5th East Azerbaijan Entrepreneurs Festival, Business Plan Competition, 2009.

In Media

Expert on a Television Program, Teamwork and Entrepreneurship, IRINN (TV Channel), 2011.

Hobbies

Gardening, Hiking, Cooking, Playing Soccer

References

— Kayhan Tajeddini, Full Professor, Advisor, Tokyo International University, ktajeddi@tiu.ac.jp
— Ayat Momayez, Assistant Professor, Supervisor, University of Tehran, amomayez@ut.ac.ir
— Mohammad Reza Fathi, Associate Professor, Supervisor, University of Tehran, reza.fathi@ut.ac.ir

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