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Aziz Ahmad | |
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| Nationality | Bangladeshi–American |
| Alma mater | City College of New York; Tuck Executive Education (Dartmouth) |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur; Technology Executive; Philanthropist |
| Known for | CEO of UTC Associates; Co‑founder & Chairman of CodersTrust |
Aziz Ahmad is a Bangladeshi-American technology entrepreneur. He founded UTC Associates, a technology firm based in New York, and co-founded CodersTrust, an online platform that teaches computer skills.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Ahmad earned a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the City College of New York. He also studied business at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.[2]
Career
[edit]Ahmad began his career at Bankers Trust Company before joining AT&T, where he was a senior manager involved in developing new internet networks.[1]
In 2001, he founded UTC Associates, which provides technology services to businesses, including banks, hospitals, telecommunications companies, and government agencies[1]
In 2014, Ahmad co-founded CodersTrust, a company that offers online computer skills training to individuals worldwide. CodersTrust collaborates with the City College of New York[3] and the University for Peace, which is connected to the United Nations.[4]
He is a board member of Vonair, Netria Systems, Grameen Solutions, and Protective Islami Life Insurance.[5]
Public speaking
[edit]Ahmad has spoken at international events on technology, education, and social impact. He was a featured speaker at the World Economic Forum's SDG Lab in Davos, highlighting the use of artificial intelligence to address issues like hunger, water scarcity, and malnutrition.[6][7] In 2025, he delivered a keynote address titled "AI Champions for the Common Good" at the SDG Lab Week in Davos.[8]
In 2024, Ahmad contributed to discussions on artificial intelligence regulations at the European Parliament as part of the Renew Europe initiative[9]
In 2019, Ahmad participated in the Vatican-hosted summit "The Common Good in the Digital Age," supported by Pope Francis. He discussed the ethical implications of new technologies and presented on the "Future of Work."[10][11]
Awards and honors
[edit]Ahmad received the Lifetime SDG Achievement Award at the 2025 World Economic Forum.[12] He also received the NOVA Award from the World Green Energy Symposium for his contributions to sustainable technology.[13] He funds the Aziz Ahmad Leadership Lecture Series at the Grove School of Engineering at the City College of New York, which brings business leaders to speak to students.[14]
See also
[edit]- CodersTrust
- UTC Associates
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Delivering impact through technology". The Daily Star. 10 October 2019.
- ^ "About Aziz Ahmad – BASIS profile" (PDF). BASIS. 20 October 2023. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ^ "CodersTrust secures partnership with the City College of New York (CCNY)". PRWeb. 19 April 2024.
- ^ "CodersTrust partners up with University for Peace, United Nations Permanent Observer to offer next-generation skills training for global development and peace in the digital era". MidHudson News. 8 June 2023.
- ^ "Aziz Ahmad – MarketScreener profile". MarketScreener. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ^ "CodersTrust founder at SDG Lab in Davos". The Financial Express. January 24, 2023.
- ^ "Aziz Ahmad receives Lifetime SDG Award at Davos-2025". Daily Sun. April 6, 2025.
- ^ "Aziz Ahmad honored with Lifetime SDG Award at Davos 2025". The Bangladesh Today. April 3, 2025.
- ^ "UTC Associates CEO tapped to help shape European Parliament's AI strategy". PRWeb. 2024.
- ^ "Bangladeshi tech leader to attend Global Tech Summit in Vatican". The Business Standard. September 25, 2019.
- ^ "UTC Associates CEO a key panelist at Common Good in the Digital Age Summit hosted by Pope Francis". PRWeb. 2024.
- ^ "Aziz Ahmad receives Lifetime SDG Award at Davos-2025". Daily Sun. April 23, 2025.
- ^ "World Green Energy Symposium Announces NOVA Award Recipients". Boston Herald via FinancialContent. April 2022.
- ^ "Delivering impact through technology". The Daily Star. October 10, 2019.