Mohammad Uzair Akram
Delivery Leader
Summary
Mohammad Uzair Akram is a data-driven consultant focused on providing evidence-based solutions to public and private sector organizations. He has significant expertise in utilizing data-driven tools to improve lives in both the private and public sectors.
Education
- Master in International Business, The Fletcher School, Tufts University - Development Economics and Business for Social Impact
- Cross Registrant, Harvard Kennedy School - Public Policy and Data Science
- BSc, Economics, Lahore University of Management Sciences
Delivery Experience
Uzair joined Delivery Associates as a Data Analyst and is currently working on the Lives and Livelihoods Fund project as part of the MESA Team.
Other Experience
Prior to joining DA, Uzair worked as a consultant at the Economic Development and Digital Alliance (EDDA) in Islamabad, Pakistan, which he co-founded with partners from Harvard Kennedy School and the University of Zurich. The firm utilized a rigorous, empirical approach to solving clients’ pertinent issues, and used machine-learning algorithms and data-driven solutions to aid clients in making optimal decisions. From reframing COVID-19 lockdown procedures in Islamabad to conducting a comprehensive evaluation of UNDP-led climate change mitigation strategies in Northern Pakistan, Uzair has worked across multiple cross-sectional teams and interacted with policymakers and relevant stakeholders to design appropriate and data-driven policies.Â
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