Farhan Naqvi of iLearningEngines shares how strategic finance, M&A, and exit planning can drive purpose-led growth and long-term business value.
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Farhan Naqvi
A Journey of Innovation, Leadership & Impact
Early Life & Education
• Born: January 8, 1982
• Nationality: Indian (Permanent Resident –
USA & Canada)
• Education:
B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, IIT
Kanpur (2000–2004)
Minor in Industrial Management
MBA, Harvard Business School (2008–
2010)
Professional Beginnings
• Early career in strategic finance and M&A
• Gained experience across multiple high-
impact sectors
• Developed deep expertise in financial
modeling, corporate development, and
operational efficiency
iLearningEngines Era (2019–2024)
Position: Chief Financial Officer &
Head of Corporate Development
• Scaled revenue from $4.7M
(2017) to $421M+ (2023)
• Led capital raises over
$250M
• Spearheaded Nasdaq IPO in
2024
Key Achievements at
iLearningEngines
• Embedded AI in financial operations
• Streamlined M&A, forecasting, and
budgeting
• Built data-driven growth models
• Drove company valuation and investor
confidence
AI-Powered Financial
Innovation
• Pioneered AI integration in financial planning, M&A,
and investor relations.
• Key innovations:
Predictive analytics for M&A deal sourcing.
Automated due diligence and real-time valuation
modeling.
Dynamic forecasting for agile financial planning.
Positioned iLearningEngines as a leader in AI-
driven enterprise solutions.
Thought Leadership and Industry
Impact
• Contributor to Forbes Finance Council, sharing insights on AI and
finance.
• Speaker at events like Ivyfon San Francisco Family Office Outlook and
Roth AI Summit (2024).
• Warned about the “Splinternet,” advising tech firms on navigating digital
fragmentation.
• Active on LinkedIn and YouTube,
inspiring professionals and
entrepreneurs.
Legacy and Future Vision
• Redefined CFO role as a strategic, tech-
driven function.
• Set benchmarks for AI in corporate finance
and global tech strategy.
• Continues to guide leaders on innovation,
sustainability, and digital transformation.
•
“Finance is no longer just numbers—it’s
about foresight and impact.” – Sayyed
Farhan Naqvi
THANK
YOU..!
Farhan Naqvi
A Journey of Innovation, Leadership & Impact
Early Life & Education
• Born: January 8, 1982
• Nationality: Indian (Permanent Resident –
USA & Canada)
• Education:
B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, IIT
Kanpur (2000–2004)
Minor in Industrial Management
MBA, Harvard Business School (2008–
2010)
Professional Beginnings
• Early career in strategic finance and M&A
• Gained experience across multiple high-
impact sectors
• Developed deep expertise in financial
modeling, corporate development, and
operational efficiency
iLearningEngines Era (2019–2024)
Position: Chief Financial Officer &
Head of Corporate Development
• Scaled revenue from $4.7M
(2017) to $421M+ (2023)
• Led capital raises over
$250M
• Spearheaded Nasdaq IPO in
2024
Key Achievements at
iLearningEngines
• Embedded AI in financial operations
• Streamlined M&A, forecasting, and
budgeting
• Built data-driven growth models
• Drove company valuation and investor
confidence
AI-Powered Financial
Innovation
• Pioneered AI integration in financial planning, M&A,
and investor relations.
• Key innovations:
Predictive analytics for M&A deal sourcing.
Automated due diligence and real-time valuation
modeling.
Dynamic forecasting for agile financial planning.
Positioned iLearningEngines as a leader in AI-
driven enterprise solutions.
Thought Leadership and Industry
Impact
• Contributor to Forbes Finance Council, sharing insights on AI and
finance.
• Speaker at events like Ivyfon San Francisco Family Office Outlook and
Roth AI Summit (2024).
• Warned about the “Splinternet,” advising tech firms on navigating digital
fragmentation.
• Active on LinkedIn and YouTube,
inspiring professionals and
entrepreneurs.
Legacy and Future Vision
• Redefined CFO role as a strategic, tech-
driven function.
• Set benchmarks for AI in corporate finance
and global tech strategy.
• Continues to guide leaders on innovation,
sustainability, and digital transformation.
•
“Finance is no longer just numbers—it’s
about foresight and impact.” – Sayyed
Farhan Naqvi
THANK
YOU..!