Rishad Alavi

Rishad Alavi currently serves as the Regional Associate Director – Strategic Insights & Consulting at UM Worldwide, where responsibilities include leading data-driven transformation initiatives in the MENAT region. Rishad's career progression at UM involves significant roles in data analytics and strategy, with a focus on AI-powered marketing solutions and business intelligence development. Prior experience includes a decision support analyst position at e& UAE, where contributions encompassed optimizing technology budget performance and driving data automation. Earlier roles at Calibrace Inc., Stan Ventures, JugularSocial, and WaterHealth International highlight expertise in marketing analytics, business intelligence, and performance tracking across various sectors. Rishad holds an MBA in Finance and Business Analytics, and is furthering expertise through an Executive Program in Data Science and Business Analytics from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.