SVP – Business Development
Northpoint Commercial Finance

Russell Baqir is a seasoned business leader and strategic growth executive with extensive experience driving revenue, partnerships, and market expansion across technology and enterprise organizations. As Senior Vice President of Business Development at Northpoint Commercial Finance, Russell leads initiatives focused on identifying new growth opportunities, building high-impact strategic alliances, and accelerating go-to-market success.

Throughout his career, Russell has developed a reputation for cultivating strong customer and partner relationships while helping organizations navigate complex business challenges and rapidly evolving market landscapes. His expertise spans business development, strategic partnerships, sales leadership, and organizational growth, enabling companies to scale effectively and achieve sustainable results.

A passionate advocate for innovation and collaboration, Russell brings a practical, customer-centric perspective to every engagement. He is known for translating market trends into actionable business strategies and fostering cross-functional teams that deliver measurable outcomes.

As a speaker, Russell shares insights on business growth, strategic partnerships, leadership, and emerging opportunities in the technology industry, helping audiences understand how to drive transformation and create lasting value in an increasingly competitive marketplace.