Gagan Arora — Founder
Gagan Arora; Founder & CEO – Vertex Group (Vertex Global Services, Vertex Digital Academy, Vertex Next, Vertex Technologies & ILC Solutions Executive Member - Forbes Technology Council Mr. Gagan Arora, the 7 times winner of BEST CEO award, is a first-generation tech entrepreneur, a tenacious leader, and a tech evangelist, has successfully established himself as a well-known brand name in the industry. Vertex Group Founder and CEO, Gagan Arora, also chairs the Delhi Chapter of the Foreign Investors Council and Director-Global Education serving 52 countries for Asia Arab Chamber of Commerce. Gagan has led the growth of Vertex Group into 6 countries in just 5 years, which has been acknowledged by the industry and earned him many accolades including 40 UNDER 40 & Asia’s Youngest Entrepreneur by Asia One featured on CNBC & ET Now. Gagan is also recognized by GMI and Forbes amongst Top 100 Influencers in India. Mr. Gagan Arora; a Boston University Certified, began his entrepreneurial journey as a torchbearer, then as an entrepreneur, and eventually as a leader. Because of his instinctive and razor-sharp intellect, Mr. Arora has a propensity for spotting opportunities and staying ahead of the trend. Mr. Arora says, "I always operate in a way that is more diverse and stimulates more opportunities." He started Vertex out from a small garage in Florida, and in less than five years, he has grown the company across the globe, including United States, United Kingdom, India, Philippines, Nepal, Middle East, and Africa. Vertex was named as “Best Place to Work In India” by the Best Place to Work ® Institute for its best practices with ESAT at 94% and Global Score 92%. Under Mr. Arora’s leadership, Vertex has been ranked 19th amongst the 50 Most Innovative Companies across the globe. The CEO's responsibilities change with the progression of time. Mr. Arora's responsibilities as CEO are not restricted to the company's profitability and growth, but it does include a broad range of functions. This encompasses risk appetite, opportunity pursuing ability, operational efficiency, including any safety concerns, and the capacity to guide in a crisis, such as a recession or pandemic. In addition, as a meticulous leader, he is dedicated to teamwork, motivating employees, maintain the trust of shareholders, and engaging with stakeholders and the larger community.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a global tech entrepreneur with expertise in leadership and strategic business development.
Location: New York City, United States
Experience: 16 yrs 11 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- Business Strategy
- Business Analytics
- Strategic Consulting
Career Highlights
- 7-time BEST CEO award winner.
- Led Vertex Group's growth into 6 countries in 5 years.
- Ranked among Top 100 Influencers in India.
Work Experience
Forbes Technology Council
Executive Committee Member (1 yr)
Executive Member (2 yrs 11 mos)
Vertex Technologies
Co Founder & CEO (3 yrs 7 mos)
VCOSMOS
Co-Founder (4 yrs)
Co-Founder & CEO (7 mos)
ILC Solutions
Founder & President (4 yrs 2 mos)
World Business Angels Investment Forum
Senator - India (4 yrs 3 mos)
Vertex Next
Founder & CEO (4 yrs 7 mos)
FOREIGN INVESTORS COUNCIL-FICINDIA
Chairman (5 yrs 3 mos)
Vertex Group
Founder & CEO (5 yrs 8 mos)
Executive Vice President (8 mos)
Executive Vice President (8 mos)
Tech Live Connect
Senior Manager - Marketing and Communications (3 mos)
Manager - Marketing and Communications (2 yrs)
Targus
Manager - Corporate Communications (2 yrs 3 mos)
TP
Manager - Communications (1 yr 3 mos)
Teleperformance
Corporate Communications & BD (3 mos)
Assistant Manager Communication (3 yrs 6 mos)
Assistant Manager Communication (5 yrs)