Faisal Hoque

Serial entrepreneur, thought leader, and author, Faisal Hoque is the founder of Shadoka and other companies. Shadoka enables entrepreneurship, growth, and social impact. Hoque has authored several influential books, including “Everything Connects: How to Transform and Lead in the Age of Creativity, Innovation, and Sustainability,” “The Power of Convergence: Linking Business Strategies and Technology Decisions to Create Sustainable Success,” and his newest, “Lift: Fostering the Leader in You Amid Revolutionary Global Change.” Previously a technology executive at GE, he regularly contributes to Fast Company, Business Insider, and Huffington Post. His work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, Mergers & Acquisitions, Forbes, and Leadership Excellence, among other publications.

The editors of Ziff-Davis Enterprise named him as one of the “Top 100 Most Influential People in Technology,” a list that includes icons like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. Additionally, Trust Across America-Trust Around the World (TAA-TWA) recognized him as one of the “Top 100 Thought Leaders.” This acknowledgment places him among respected global figures such as Howard Schultz and Tony Hsieh.

Hoque’s professional journey is marked by a consistent integration of technology with advanced management practices. His exploration of themes like mindfulness, authenticity, and the institutionalization of management practices highlights his approach to sustainable and transformative leadership. His work emphasizes the importance of strategic and technological convergence and advocates for horizontal collaborations and strategic partnerships in business to leverage technology for success. Through his participation at prestigious forums including the NY Stock Exchange and MIT Sloan Fellows Program in Innovation and Global Leadership, he continues to influence CEOs and business leaders worldwide.