Sagar Bahadur has been elevated to the role of Executive Director – Asia and Head of Regional Strategy at Acumen, part of the Sannam S4 Group. This marks a significant milestone in his professional journey and reflects Acumen’s commitment to scaling its presence across the dynamic and fast-evolving Asian education sector. In this expanded leadership role, Sagar will be responsible for driving Acumen’s regional strategy, building institutional partnerships, and leading operations across key markets in Asia.
Bringing over 18 years of leadership experience in international education and strategic market development, Sagar has consistently delivered impact through cross-border initiatives and institutional growth. Before joining Acumen, he played a key role in launching Gradstar Global Education as its Chief Market Officer. His earlier stint with The University of Queensland as Senior Principal Adviser – Strategic Initiatives saw him reframe the university’s India operations, forging deep local engagement and building long-term partnerships.
He was also an active member of the Young Leaders Council at AIMA, engaging with policy makers and industry voices to sharpen his leadership lens and stay closely connected to evolving business ecosystems.
Sagar also held senior leadership roles at Amity Education Group, where he served as Director – International Enrolment and Deputy Director – International Business. During his tenure, he expanded Amity’s global footprint, developed successful transnational education models, and oversaw the growth and sustainability of international campuses. His earlier career includes impactful roles at the Management Development Institute of Singapore, and as a founder of Igneous Projects, demonstrating a strong entrepreneurial edge alongside corporate leadership.
Since joining Acumen, Sagar has steadily advanced through key positions, most recently leading as Executive Director – India, South Asia & Southeast Asia, where he spearheaded regional expansion and supported over 350 organizations in successfully navigating complex international markets. His ability to align local insight with global vision has made him a trusted advisor to education partners and policy stakeholders alike.
Now, as he takes charge of Acumen’s Asia-wide strategic direction, Sagar is poised to deepen the company’s engagement across the region. His elevation is both a recognition of his contributions and a signal of Acumen’s confidence in his leadership to guide its next phase of growth, collaboration, and innovation across Asia.