Zhansaya Orazbekova

Sales & Business | Engineer with APAC Experience | Future Innovator & Entrepreneur

Canada

About

I’m a business development professional with an engineering background and experience across technical, commercial, and premium sales roles in APAC. I’ve worked across Singapore and Malaysia, building strong client relationships and delivering solutions tailored to regional markets. Now based in Toronto, I’m pursuing a Master of Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Toronto Metropolitan University, focusing on technology innovation, venture creation and strategic leadership. I’m passionate about connecting engineering, business, and innovation to create meaningful impact.

Experience

  • Startup Strategy Course Developer (Project-Based) at StartSG Consulting
    May 2026 - Jun 2026 · 2 mos

    Worked with SG Start through the Riipen Advance Ontario program to develop Go-To-Market strategy learning materials for early-stage startup founders. Contributed to the GTM introduction, exploration and finalization sections, and created a GTM Journey Map for Founders.

  • Business Research Lead at SillyGeese
    Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 · 6 mos

    Led the project from a hackathon win at Toronto Metropolitan University to qualification for the Hult Prize national competition in Canada. Managed strategic development of an early-stage ecological risk modeling platform focused on predicting zoonotic spillover at the wildlife–agriculture interface.

  • Business Research Lead at ATABAZH MEDICAL INC.
    Nov 2025 - Dec 2025 · 2 mos

    Contributed to business development efforts for a medical-technology solution, supporting market analysis and pitching the solution at innovation and startup competitions. Won Penny Appeal Canada 2025.

  • Sales Manager at Wine Portal Holding P.L
    Jan 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Drive premium wine sales and client acquisition across Singapore and Malaysia, with a focus on high-net-worth individuals and corporate accounts. Leverage deep product knowledge and relationship-building skills to grow market share, expand brand visibility, and deliver tailored wine solutions. Collaborate with marketing and supply teams to align sales strategy with regional demand and client preferences. - Built and managed a robust portfolio of HNW clients across Singapore and Malaysia - Achieved consistent revenue growth and strong client retention through consultative selling - Host multiple curated wine tasting events monthly, enhancing client engagement and supporting conversion from interest to sale - Developed market insights to inform product curation and targeted outreach strategies - Represented the brand at industry events, private client tastings, and professional networking sessions

  • Mechanical Engineer / Business Development Manager at Infinium Robotics
    Mar 2022 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos

    Led technical deployment and commercial expansion of drone-based inventory automation solutions across key APAC markets, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia. Actively contributed to business development efforts, building strategic partnerships and pursuing new markets, with ongoing deals in the Middle East and Europe at the time of departure. Operated in a fast-paced startup environment, taking projects from concept to revenue, and wearing multiple hats across engineering, operations, and sales. - Spearheaded drone system integration and deployment in warehouse environments across multiple countries in APAC - Played a central role in early-stage growth, contributing to revenue generation - Identified and negotiated high-potential opportunities in the Middle East and Europe - Gained deep exposure to supply chain and logistics optimization through automation - Developed strong cross-functional skills in stakeholder communication, technical sales, and partnership development