Ali Aziz

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of MZ North America

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

MZ North America is the US division of MZ Group, a global investor relations leader with over 250 employees and 800 clients across 12 different exchanges. For over 25 years, MZ has implemented award winning investor relations programs and developed a reputation for delivering tangible, measured results via its robust suite of services. MZ’s one-stop-shop platform serves management teams at public and private companies, including SPACs and IPOs.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

• Our primary goal was to have a logo that would represents our company's values, vision, and services in a visually appealing and memorable way. After conducting thorough research and evaluating various design agencies, we selected Ali Aziz as our preferred vendor for several reasons.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Ali Aziz started by conducting a comprehensive discovery phase, where they sought to understand our company's values, target audience, and overall branding objectives. Key deliverables include: They presented us with a range of options, each showcasing their exceptional design skills and attention to detail. Their expertise in color theory, typography, and visual composition was evident in every iteration they shared.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The results we can see, like the logo designs created by Ali Aziz, have greatly helped our business. They've made our brand more noticeable and well-known in our field. Our customers really like the logo, and we've gotten many nice comments about its look and style.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ali Aziz's approach to project management was outstanding. They were highly organized, making sure every part of the project was finished on time as planned. Communication was smooth, with regular reports on how the project was going. Ali Aziz used different tools for communication, like email, which made it simple for us to work together efficiently.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Ali Aziz did better than we thought in every way, and we're very happy with everything. Their creativity, careful attention to details, and commitment to great results really make them stand out.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

They have done Perfect and good Job

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of American Marketing Association (AMA)

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Unlike other marketing and professional organizations, AMA Toronto is a community that is run and supported solely through volunteers. As a result, we attract experienced professionals who have an entrepreneurial spirit, are passionate about marketing, and are motivated and committed to make a difference in the larger community.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

• To create a design for our product that would exude the sense of quality we work tirelessly to create.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

Online Search

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Ali Aziz and his team assisted us at every step of the design process, starting with the initial concept and moving on to more detailed designs.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Ali Aziz assisted us in finishing the detailed design of our project and then helped produce those designs. We now have 55 units that have been made, and this number keeps increasing.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ali Aziz and his team have done an excellent job. They are consistently active and quick to respond via email and phone. They excel at meeting both our requirements and those of our contract manufacturer. The team is also very good at creating clear documentation for our discussions and projects, and they have strong time management skills.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Ali Aziz's design skills were outstanding.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

No, They have done a great job and they are highly recommended.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder / Design Technology & Creative Director of Brownstone Institute

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Brownstone Institute’s purpose and mission is to point the way toward appreciation and protection of essential freedoms – including intellectual freedom and free speech – and the proper means to preserve those essential rights globally, even in times of crisis.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

Ali Aziz was hired to create a new logo for our NGO. We wanted to give our organization a fresh look online.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

After understanding our mission, Ali Aziz made some rough design of the logo and showed them to us. At first, we were really unsure and couldn't decide. So, Ali Aziz and his team improved those design and turned them into logo ideas

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The final concept is cleverly designed. It aligns with our values and mission. The colors, artwork, design, and presentation—everything is perfect.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

 As far as timelines are concerned, Ali Aziz team adhered to them and delivered the logo on time. They have done a great Job.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The process went smoothly, and we noticed that Ali Aziz and his team was well-organized.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

There's nothing to point out. They did an excellent job because the logo they created is exactly right.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Regional Account Executive of Rasco

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Rasco FR has been making workwear, and has specialized in FR workwear

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?
We hired Ali Aziz on board to help with the design of our newest product at Rasco.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

Online Search

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Their work involved starting with the initial ideas, creating basic layouts, and making models. They provided the final design, including CAD files and a detailed guide for manufacturing. 
Their creative skills and focus on small details helped us realize our vision, resulting in a product that is both useful and visually appealing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project led to a big improvement in how the product looks and works, which made potential customers really happy. The better design also helped us fit better with our brand in the clothing and fashion business.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ali's team showed excellent project management skills. They complete all tasks on schedule and are attentive to our requirements during the design phase.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Fantastic service, amazing outcomes, and top-notch communication all the way through strongly recommend

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

None as i like the way the project was handled with ease 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Talespun, a product development company that provides software development, UX research, and product management consulting to startups and small businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Ali Aziz?

We hired Ali to provide UX- and design-based R&D for our end client. He needed to deliver wireframes, workflows, and UI process improvements for both mobile and web application development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Ali looked at the existing platform and accompanying user requirements. He then created a new workflow sitemap and process by first completing an initial review with our team. With our go-ahead, Ali designed low-fidelity wireframes, which he would convert to high-fidelity versions after another round of approval. The client and our team would then review the high-fidelity wireframes.

How did you come to work with Ali Aziz?

Ali reached out and sent me his portfolio; we had mutual connections. During the initial interview, I appreciated his communication style and UX experience.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent over $2,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in December 2017 and the partnership ended in February 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Ali did a great job. We were able to move forward and close with the client.

How did Ali Aziz perform from a project management standpoint?

Ali was effective and hit every deadline. He let us know about any potential issues with the scope or timeline. We mostly communicated via Skype.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Ali proactively anticipated client hurdles, especially for UX and research.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, I can’t think of anything.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Communicate clearly and follow up on any requests that Ali sends in. The client needs to stay on top of the work as well.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Engineering of Callum

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We design. We engineer. We create. CALLUM is a design and engineering business creating bespoke and limited-edition products. Focused on design, lifestyle and travel, it takes on projects that intrigue, excite and tell a story.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

• To Help us with Ui/Ux design

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

Referral

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Ali Aziz crafted a stylish, contemporary, and attractive user interface, maintaining uniformity throughout all screens. His design decisions matched our brand's identity and delivered an engaging user experience.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Ali Aziz’s UI/UX design had a measurable impact on our project,

The development process was faster due to Ali’ Aziz clear wireframes and prototypes, which streamlined implementation. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ali's communication during the project was outstanding. He was always quick to respond, willing to accept feedback, and made sure to update the designs promptly. His focus on small details and creative ideas greatly improved our project, and we were delighted with the outcome.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They are highly recommended to anyone needing UX/UI design in the future.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

None till date. They have done an impressive work for us.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Chapter Lead of The Media Dinner Club

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Media Dinner Club is a dinner party series and a supportive, friendly and welcoming community for those who identify as women and non-binary in the media industry. We are open to all roles, titles and life stages. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

When we started creating a social media engagement app, we realized that a smooth and professional user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) would be crucial for the app's success. We wanted to work with a company that could give us the easy-to-use experience we needed, along with a stylish look that would make users feel confident and trendy. 
We chose Ali Aziz to help us design the brand feel, website, and product UX/UI that would attract a tough crowd of younger marketers and influencers.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Conducted user interviews and surveys to gather insights on user needs and preferences.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

User needs and acceptance met. Projects completed on time and on budget.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ali Aziz project management is excellent.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We were overly impressed and will continue to work with Ali Aziz and his Team in the future.''

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

None. All their work is perfect. they did a great job.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Clover Care

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

At clover care, our journey began with a simple yet powerful foundation: Compassion

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ali Aziz to accomplish?

• We hired Ali Aziz to Create a user interface to communicate patient acuity.

SOLUTION

How did you find Ali Aziz?

Online Search

Why did you select Ali Aziz over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Ali Aziz were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Ali Aziz worked with the engineering and DS teams on a 0-1 product for the Emergency Department. We worked to create an initial user interface that monitors 10's of sick patients in the emergency department. This had a large focus on surfacing important patient insights in a data rich environment, while giving full visibility and control to the clinical staff.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

No metrics. They crafted a first product that satisfied both customer requirements as well as regulatory requirements.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The work was handed in punctually, and the response time was very good. It was very easy to schedule meetings or additional improvements due to the flexibility that was created.

What was your primary form of communication with Ali Aziz?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Ali Aziz team has extremely deep knowledge of UI/UX design and is very thorough and detail-oriented

Are there any areas for improvement or something Ali Aziz could have done differently?

I haven't noticed any areas for improvement in the team.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Founder and CEO of eBridge and we provide digital solutions to brands and startups.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Ali Aziz, and what were your goals?

We had a problem with our app user flow and intuitive design. we hired him to solve all the UX/UI related problems.

SOLUTION

How did you select Ali Aziz and what were the deciding factors?

Found him over dribbble. He has a very strong skillset with a positive attitude to grab things and provide the best solutions.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

The project scope was included to build Web and mobile apps including dashboards.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

There were two people and they are the CEO and Business Manager of the company.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

after launching the new experience here are some metrics from the site

• account creation went up by 22%
• site performance went up from 41 to 52
• overall average site conversion went up by 4 to 5 percentage.

the business/executives deemed the project a success.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

They were very clear on what they need to build tools were included whimsical and asana.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I found them very professional and helpful.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I don't think so.