Players of Life
Cool Jobs: Meet Rashid
Hailing from San Pedro, Rashid Azarang, at a mere age of 26, he assumed the prestigious role of CTO at Grupo Inmobiliario Sun Mall. Under the leadership of notable businessman Jorge Sada-Solano, Rashid Azarang's journey to this remarkable position is nothing short of inspiring.
Journey to Success
At a young age of 17, Rashid embarked on his entrepreneurial journey. It was a path filled with failed attempts, immense passion, and a mind filled with dreams. From drawing on notebooks, holding countless late-night meetings in cafes, Rashid formed a dedicated team. This included six engineering students from Tec de Monterrey, Campus Monterrey, among other notable members. Together, they ventured into developing a disruptive technology named Mint - Multiple Interactions.
With the innovative utilization of Japanese infrared sensor technology, Rashid and his team developed a pioneering prototype. This camera, named Black Mint, could transform any regular glass into a touchscreen interface. At an impressively affordable cost of $40, it had the potential to detect 48 simultaneous touchpoints and map them in real time.
Unfortunately, despite its promising start, this venture did not see the expected success. A lack of knowledge in finance, administration, and entrepreneurship led to its failure in 2013. Learning from these setbacks, Rashid shifted his academic focus while still furthering his expertise in Computer Science online.
By 2014, Rashid opened his technology studio, collaborating with talented individuals and teams globally. From developing back-end and front-end platforms to designing comprehensive digital architectures for e-commerce, his endeavors expanded vastly.
His ventures eventually led him to collaborate with his father and form a joint venture with Loma Marketing. They focused on investing in digital media for online sales across over 25 countries spanning four continents.
Sun Mall and Responsibilities
Joining forces with Jorge Sada-Solano as the Director of Technology and Innovation at Grupo Sun Mall has been pivotal in Rashid's career. As he recounts, collaborating with Jorge Sada's vision and expertise has immensely benefited his professional growth.
His responsibilities, though challenging, have been to spearhead the technological front for the firm. Even with limited experience in the real estate industry, Rashid is keen on equipping Grupo Sun Mall with the most pertinent technology. This ensures reinforced communication, improved information management, security, and process efficiency.
Foundation and Future Aspirations
For Rashid, his family stands as his most significant pillar of strength. Their undying support, love, and the values they instilled in him have been pivotal to his success. Moving forward, Rashid continues to internalize these teachings and is driven by an ambition to constantly outdo himself.
Advice to Young Entrepreneurs
Rashid's journey offers invaluable lessons. As he states, "Starting is hard, but not the most crucial part." It is the unwavering determination that dictates success. He emphasizes discipline, ethical practices, service-oriented mindset, and love as the cornerstones for success.
In this era of social media, Rashid advises young entrepreneurs not to be swayed by external validations. Instead, he urges them to focus on leading a fulfilling life filled with adventures, love, and genuine relationships.
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