Usman Qureshi
About Usman Qureshi
Usman Qureshi is the Director of Strategic Portfolio Management and Reporting at CIBC, with extensive experience in finance and strategy across various industries, including banking and telecoms.
Title
Usman Qureshi holds the position of Director, Strategic Portfolio Management and Reporting at CIBC since 2016. His extensive experience in strategic management is evident from his current role, which focuses on overseeing portfolio management and reporting initiatives in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Education and Expertise
Usman Qureshi earned his Master of Business Administration degree from London Business School in 2010, equipping him with advanced business acumen. He also studied leadership at Harvard Business School. Possessing CPA and CA certifications, he demonstrates a robust background in accounting and finance. His expertise includes corporate reporting under IFRS standards, business process re-engineering, and performance improvement.
Background
Usman Qureshi's career spans various roles and industries. He started as a Manager at PwC in New York and then moved to Millicom as an Internal Auditor. His journey includes significant roles at Mobilink, Vimpelcom, Warid Telecom, RBC, and Yellow Pages Canada. His international work experience in over 40 countries highlights his adaptability and global perspective.
Company History
Before his current role at CIBC, Usman Qureshi served as Director Finance and Strategy at Yellow Pages Canada, and Director Financial Planning and Analysis at RBC. He also held high-level positions at Warid Telecom, Vimpelcom, and Mobilink, showing a consistent trajectory in finance and strategic management roles.
Achievements in Telecom Industry
In the telecom industry, Usman Qureshi worked with major companies including Warid Telecom, Vimpelcom, and Millicom International. His roles involved chief financial responsibilities, business process re-engineering, and strategic financial planning. His tenure in these companies reflects his expertise in mergers and acquisitions, valuation, cost optimization, and change management.