Sumeet Ahuja

Sumeet Ahuja is an acclaimed technology executive, operator-turned-entrepreneur, and product strategist, recognized for driving breakthrough innovation and consistently delivering high-impact results across global markets. As the Founder and CEO of Evoque Impact—a leading product, innovation, and strategy firm—Sumeet partners with Fortune 500 enterprises, growth-stage startups, and educational institutions worldwide, helping organizations anticipate the future, build industry-defining products, and thrive in rapidly evolving digital landscapes.

With over two decades at the forefront of fintech, web3/blockchain, AI, mobile, and semiconductors, Sumeet has played pivotal roles in Silicon Valley and beyond. As Vice President of Product at Circle, Sumeet led the product strategy for international fiat-backed digital currencies at Circle, a recent IPO and considered the public gold standard in stablecoins. At PayPal, he scaled the consumer business, architected product launch strategies, and was instrumental in delivering over $1bn in annual revenue — driving a 2.5x increase in active user engagement and spearheading PayPal’s entry into next-generation financial services.

Previously, at AT&T, Sumeet was selected for the company’s elite leadership program, where he launched the flagship Bay Area Foundry Innovation Center and introduced numerous industry-firsts—pioneering cloud-based consumer mobile services and APIs that transformed communications for millions. Earlier in his career, Sumeet contributed to groundbreaking semiconductor testing technologies, bringing advanced solutions to market.

Sumeet is known as a builder of high-performance teams and a trusted partner to the C-suite on critical strategic initiatives. He has led, scaled, and mentored cross-functional teams, cultivated innovation ecosystems, and advised startups on product-market fit, growth, and operational excellence. The impact of his leadership is reflected in 18 patents issued, top innovator awards at Circle and PayPal, and commercial successes across four continents.

A sought-after global speaker and educator, Sumeet serves as Adjunct Faculty and Faculty Advisor at leading universities across North America, Europe, and Asia, bringing a forward-thinking, practical perspective on AI, digital transformation, web3, and venture creation to audiences worldwide. He regularly features at major conferences and podcasts, sharing insights on the future of product, strategy, and innovation.

Sumeet earned his MBA from the Marshall School of Business at USC and his BS in Electrical Engineering from Milwaukee School of Engineering. He is a passionate advocate for responsible tech, leadership development, and fostering opportunity in the next generation of innovators.