Haider Shah

I am the Enterprise and Innovations Officer at York St John University London, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial talent and innovation within the student community. With a solid academic foundation in International Business from my undergraduate studies, Haider have seamlessly blended my passion for business with a commitment to social impact.

During my time at university, I launched an online travel brokerage, building the business from the ground up to serve high-net-worth individuals and sponsoring large charity events, including world champion boxer Amir Khan's AK Foundation. This endeavor not only honed my entrepreneurial skills but also underscored my dedication to giving back to communities in need.

I boast an extensive background in higher education, having worked closely with numerous startups across various universities. I have coached business founders, aiding them in developing their entrepreneurial grit and crafting effective branding, content and social strategies to elevate their online presence. In my previous role, I was instrumental in creating a comprehensive student-facing entrepreneurship programme, designing and implementing a portfolio of seminars, workshops and competitions to engage and inspire the university population.

Currently, I manage the Enterprise Academy at York St John University London, ensuring its smooth day-to-day operations and striving to provide an enriching student experience. My work within entrepreneurship extends to content creation, particularly in podcasting, where I have garnered an audience close to 100,000 people across multiple platforms and millions of views. Additionally, I have hosted my own shows on BBC Radio, discussing lifestyle topics aimed at the South Asian diaspora. 

Driven by a goal to enhance the student experience, I am committed to ensuring that every aspiring entrepreneur at YSJ leaves with not only a qualification but also valuable entrepreneurial skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. My student-first approach ensures that the needs of the students are always met by the enterprise team.

"My goal is to make the student experience for all aspiring entrepreneurs at YSJ one of immense value. I want to ensure that by the time a student has finished their degree, they are leaving with not only a qualification but also entrepreneurial skills that they will carry for life. I am always here to put the student first and ensure that their needs are met from the enterprise team."