Huzaifa Akhtar

Vice President, Economics at EY-Parthenon

An evidence-driven leader, economist, and consultant. Huzaifa is passionate about building connections, enjoying a good cup of tea, and cherishing time with loved ones.

Huzaifa is a Vice President in the EY-Parthenon Economics practice, where she applies her diverse experience in international financial economics, development economics and econometrics to deliver impactful services for a range of business challenges.

Throughout her career, Huzaifa has supported a variety of clients, including policymakers, academic institutions, industry associations, small and medium-sized enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies. At EY, she collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop effective approaches to investment attraction, regional competitiveness and economic development, among others.

Huzaifa holds a Master’s degree in Economics and International Financial Economics from the University of Warwick, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Lahore School of Economics.

How Huzaifa is building a better working world

Huzaifa leads with a fundamental belief that change is the only constant in today’s dynamic environment. By applying core economic principles, she develops innovative approaches to address the pressing questions and challenges faced by stakeholders across various sectors. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and informed decision-making empowers organizations to navigate complexity, optimize resources and seize valuable opportunities.

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