Ashish Arora
About Ashish Arora
Ashish Arora serves as the Vice President of Finance and Operations at Cvent, where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong background in financial management and operations, having previously held various roles at Cvent and other organizations.
Current Role at Cvent
Ashish Arora serves as the Vice President of Finance and Operations at Cvent since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operational efficiency within the organization. His leadership has been pivotal in implementing process automation initiatives that have significantly improved operational efficiency. He is based in Gurugram, Haryana, India.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Prior to his current position, Ashish Arora held multiple roles at Cvent. He worked as the Associate Vice President from 2016 to 2019 and as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2014 to 2015. His tenure at Cvent has been marked by contributions to financial accuracy and reporting, particularly in revenue recognition and month-end close processes.
Educational Background
Ashish Arora has a comprehensive educational background in finance and management. He studied at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the Chartered Global Management Accountant designation from 2015 to 2018. He also holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from SCDL, completed between 2003 and 2005, and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Delhi University, earned from 2000 to 2003.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Cvent, Ashish Arora worked at NIIT SmartServe as an Associate from 2003 to 2004. His early career laid the foundation for his expertise in financial management and operations, which he has built upon in subsequent roles.
Specializations and Contributions
Ashish Arora specializes in revenue recognition and month-end close processes, which enhance financial accuracy and reporting at Cvent. He has played a key role in integrating advanced technology solutions to streamline financial operations and has developed a high-performing financial management team that aligns with Cvent's corporate goals.