Lazar Henderson

Owned end-to-end delivery of an AgriTech IoT platform from initiation to MVP launch within an 8-month timeline, coordinating hardware, software, and data workstreams using Agile. Rescued an 8-month project by rebuilding the hardware-to-cloud platform in 4 weeks using agentic AI, delivering a production-ready MVP.

Handled full lifecycle delivery for client websites, including requirements gathering, scope definition, Figma design, Webflow development, iterative review cycles, and final delivery. Managed expectation-setting and scope adjustments to sustain momentum and client satisfaction across startup and nonprofit clients.

Led delivery of the official Cape Town F1 Grand Prix bid website as the primary digital touchpoint, managing stakeholder requirements and timeline/content approvals. Directed parallel research across 14 data points on economic impact, infrastructure, and tourism analysis that were adopted into UCT’s Sport Management curriculum.

Directed day-to-day operations of a self-run scooter rental business, managing scheduling, customer acquisition, logistics, and financial management. Completed seven professional certifications over four years to strengthen technical and planning capabilities used in later roles.

Oversaw end-to-end order fulfillment workflows across production, warehousing, and logistics, coordinating 19 staff members to maintain 100% order fulfillment with zero operational disruptions. Owned operational reporting using Excel and SAP ERP and guided demand and inventory planning across four product lines to prevent supply risks.

Conducted end-to-end workflow audits to identify process gaps, map current workflows, and build structured SOPs. Planned and delivered internal training and change-management to drive adoption of the updated processes for continuous operations.

Provided operational and logistics support for a small e-commerce business, assisting with order management, supplier coordination, and fulfillment process improvement. Supported improvements aimed at reducing operational friction and increasing fulfillment reliability.

Planned and managed end-to-end delivery of national events for 100+ attendees, coordinating logistics, hospitality, vendors, budgeting, and post-event review. Directed a 9-person cross-functional team for remote-first operations, implementing KPI tracking and process improvements that increased student intake by 15% year-on-year.

Completed a Project Management Diploma program with end-to-end planning and delivery focus. Earned training relevant to coordinating events and operational delivery.

Completed an Operations Management short course covering operational planning and management concepts.

Completed the Google Data Analytics Certificate focused on data analytics skills.

Completed training in full-stack web development.

Completed a Webflow certification program.

Completed training in blockchain and Web3 development.