Umair Haque
About Umair Haque
Umair Haque is a Lead in Strategic Initiatives at Cvent, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in strategy and project management, having previously held positions at Accenture, Infosys, and the Vinod Gupta School of Management.
Work at Cvent
Umair Haque serves as the Lead of Strategic Initiatives at Cvent, a role he has held since 2020. Based in Gurugram, Haryana, India, he focuses on enhancing client business growth and development through strategic initiatives. His responsibilities include collaborating with CXOs and industry leaders to address complex business challenges using data analysis and strategic solution implementation. He has been instrumental in providing data-driven solutions to Fortune 100 clients across various industries and geographies.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Prior to his current role, Umair worked at Accenture as an Analyst in Strategy from 2019 to 2020 for one year in Gurgaon, India. In this position, he contributed to strategic planning and analysis, helping clients navigate complex business landscapes. His experience at Accenture provided him with valuable insights into strategic initiatives and stakeholder management.
Educational Background
Umair Haque holds a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, which he completed from 2017 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the Institute of Engineering and Management, studying from 2010 to 2014. His foundational education includes a Central Board Secondary Education (12th) in Computer Science from Kendriya Vidyalaya, completed from 1998 to 2010.
Leadership Roles in Student Council
During his academic career, Umair held significant leadership positions at the Vinod Gupta School of Management. He served as the President of the Student Council from 2018 to 2019, following his role as Vice President from 2017 to 2018. These positions allowed him to develop skills in stakeholder management and project ownership, contributing to his expertise in handling challenging intellectual problems.
Early Career Experience
Umair began his professional journey as a System Engineer at Infosys, where he worked from 2014 to 2015. He also gained practical experience through internships at Air India Limited and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 2013. These early roles provided him with a solid foundation in engineering and project management, which he has built upon in his subsequent positions.