M. Ashraf Lakhani

M. Ashraf Lakhani serves as the Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer at Porter Hedges LLP, leading client development and revenue growth for one of Texas's largest law firms since July 2011. Lakhani's previous roles include Director of Business Development and Marketing at The Kinkaid School, where a focus on diversity and inclusion was prioritized as co-chair of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council. Lakhani has held significant positions within the Legal Marketing Association, including President, and has experience at firms like Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Howrey LLP, managing marketing and business development strategies. Lakhani's early career included roles related to government strategy and trade practice support. Educational qualifications include a BA in Public Policy and Economics from Duke University and an MBA from Texas McCombs School of Business.