The infrastructure technology industry has traditionally been dominated by men. However, in recent years, the number of female executives reaching the very top of the corporate ladder in the industry has expanded substantially. Indian women are building a name for themselves and shattering the glass ceiling by making maledominated fields more inclusive and accessible to women all across the world. Sangya Gupta, CEO of ASK Consultants, is one such woman who is challenging gender stereotypes and leading a company that providesdesigning and consultancy services for infrastructure technology solutions across industry verticals while maintaining a proven track record of excellence in client satisfaction. Known to be a progressive and dynamic thinker, Sangya holds a Bachelor of Science degree and has earned a diploma in Systems Management and Analysis. Prior to starting journey with ASK Consultants, she worked in similar portfolios for around 15 years. Sangya is a member of the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) and the Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI). An astute business leader, she received the 2020 Indian Excellence Award for Best Turnkey IT Infrastructure Solutions Consultancy, the Global CEO Excellence Award 2020 for Best Information Technology and Acoustic Consulting CEO, among other accolades.

In an in-depth interview with the Women Entrepreneur Magazine team, Sangya shares her leadership thoughts and professional experience as the CEO of ASK Consultants.

Introduce us to ask consultants.

ASK Consultants is India's leading consulting firm in the field of low voltage applications, which includes IT, AV, acoustic, and security infrastructure and low voltage applications that provide end-to-end business-critical solutions. Established in 2008, the founders of this company have more than four decades of combined experience and have completed a number of projects across the country in nearly every sector. This has given us enormous expertise as well as tremendous confidence, all of which have contributed greatly to our success. Our consultancy role involves Conceptualization, Assessment, Design, Planning and Management and offer seamless connectivity, robust and scalable network, incredible technology solutions. It gives us immense pleasure in sharing the information that ASK Consultants have been accredited as an approved Technology Consultant for Global projects for their diverse contribution.

ASK Consultants has reached new heights in last 14 years and it has been our constant endeavour to Learn & Share the Knowledge we gain in our un ending intellectual journey to perfection, thereby enjoying the participation in our Client’s growth & success stories. We take this as a MANTRA to SUCCESS and so are delighted to share that we have expanded our portfolio towards our aim to become a One Stop Solution Centre for all your Technology Consulting needs.

Take us through your early educational journey and prior industry experience that you bring to the table. Tell us about the varied expertise you possess in terms of brand consulting and brand design. How does your prior industry experience help you in your current role as the ceo at ask consultants india?

I received my Bachelor of Science degree from KLDAV Roorkee. In addition, I earned diploma in Systems Management and Analysis and other professional qualifications to enhance the subject matter expertise. Prior to joining ASK Consultants, my professional journey started asProduct Manager at Unicorp Industries Ltd. toGM at Telerex Communications India Pvt. Ltd. Presently, I am working in the capacity of the CEO of ASK Consultants. I am also a member of global organisations like AVIXA, BICSI, and the Women in Infocomm Network.

I have been involved in infrastructure technology design for Low Voltage Applications since 1994 and have worked on numerous projects both in India and overseas. My professional interests include Hospitality, Education, HealthCare, Recreation Centers, Auditoriums, Corporates, ExperienceCentres. I am a progressive, dynamic thinker with a good grasp of infrastructure technology design and a proven ability to meet agreed-upon deadlines and adhere to established standards. I am laser-focused on the task at hand and am capable of merging existing and new technologies with my experience, to outperform with realistic solutions. Our designers are well versed in the market, so all of our designs are functional, costeffective, and environmentally friendly.

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What are the various roles & responsibilities that you currently shoulder at ask consultants india? What are some of the most challenging aspects of your role as the ceo? How do you overcome them?

My current roles and responsibilities include Technology Consulting, Managing and Designing best of technology Infrastructure Solutions, Sales and Marketing Administration. Responsible for managing the entire Business Vertical as a Solutions Division.

Sangya Gupta, CEO, Ask Consultants

A progressive and dynamic thinker, Sangya has been involved in infrastructure technology design for Low Voltage Applications since three decades and has worked on numerous projects both in India and overseas.