Gurugram, Haryana, India, April 2025 – Ankur Tailang has taken on the role of Director – Talent Acquisition Head at Cvent, where he will lead the India talent acquisition strategy for one of the world’s foremost meetings, events, and hospitality technology providers. This leadership appointment reinforces Cvent’s commitment to attracting top-tier talent to fuel its next phase of innovation and expansion.
Prior to joining Cvent, Ankur served as Vice President & Global Head of Talent Acquisition at RateGain, a fast-growing SaaS company in the travel and hospitality tech space. There, he led global recruitment across the Americas, Europe, and APAC, driving strategic talent acquisition, DEI efforts, and leadership hiring across multiple regions.
Before RateGain, Ankur was Head of Talent Acquisition for Airbnb India, where he built a high-performing team of 45 recruiters and spearheaded initiatives in employer branding, operational excellence, and executive hiring. He was also instrumental in launching India’s first “Returnship Program” for women in technology at Airbnb.
Earlier in his career, Ankur was Director – Human Resources at GEP Worldwide, where he led HRBP functions and campus programs. He also held leadership roles at Amazon, Snapdeal, and Morgan Stanley, where he focused on building robust talent pipelines and scaling technology and product teams.
He began his career in recruitment with Adobe, Microsoft, and Spectrum Consultants, developing deep domain expertise in technology hiring and executive search across functions.
About Cvent
Cvent is a leading global provider of technology solutions for meetings, events, and hospitality management. Founded in 1999, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products that empower event professionals and hoteliers to streamline operations, enhance attendee experiences, and drive measurable business outcomes. With thousands of clients worldwide, Cvent plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of event technology and delivering solutions that transform how meetings and events are planned and executed.
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