Kashif Aqeel (Kash)

Kashif (Kash) Aqeel has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Kashif (Kash) started their career in 1997 as an Auto Loan Sales Executive at Standard Chartered Bank. Following that, they worked as a Systems Analyst at Aon, where they led a group of developers and managed associates to resolve client issues and provide technical expertise. In 2002, they became the Co-Owner and General Manager of a franchise location of Camilles Sidewalk Cafe, where they were responsible for day-to-day operations, business development, and marketing.

In 2004, Kashif joined Interwoven as a Technical Consultant and later became a Senior Technical Consultant. In these roles, they provided technical and functional leadership within the consulting organization and supervised and mentored Technical Consultants to deliver solutions as designed. Kashif (Kash) then worked as a Technical Project Manager at Autonomy Inc, an HP company, from 2010 to 2012.

From 2012 to 2015, Kashif served as an Account Executive at Hewlett-Packard, responsible for consultative solution sales of HP's governance and data management offerings. Kashif (Kash) managed relationships with C-level executives and consistently exceeded revenue targets.

In 2015, they joined iManage Inc as a Sr. Account Executive, where they organized client communications and content into secure workspaces to streamline the management of work product lifecycles and enhance productivity and client satisfaction.

Kashif also has entrepreneurial experience. In 2006, they founded KS Consumer Electronics, specializing in wholesale and retail trading of consumer electronics through online sales channels. Kashif (Kash) also founded Computers Edge Exports Inc in 2016.

Currently, Kashif holds the position of Secretary Board of Directors at Naperville Community Television (NCTV17).

Throughout their career, Kashif has demonstrated strong leadership, sales, and project management skills. Kashif (Kash) has consistently achieved or exceeded targets and has expertise in various industries, including finance, technology, and hospitality.

Kashif (Kash) Aqeel has a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from Western Michigan University. Kashif (Kash) also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management.

In terms of additional certifications, Kashif obtained several certifications, including "Demo2Win!" from 2Win!, "Inclusive Mindset" from LinkedIn, "Women Transforming Tech: Breaking Bias" from LinkedIn, "Marketing Essentials: Elevate Your Fundraising Strategies" from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, "Strategic Marketing Communications" from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, and "Mastering Sales: A Toolkit for Success" from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management. The certifications were obtained between 2021 and 2023.