Doug Haynes
According to consultant Douglas Haynes, the human aspect is just as important as the technical and functional underpinnings of success. Haynes emphasizes the importance of building mutually beneficial relationships with his top-level clients throughout his leadership consulting career.
Doug Haynes is an advisor to public and private industry leaders as president of The Council. A veteran of the financial industry, Haynes previously held various leadership positions at Point72, including president of the company. Before joining Point72, Haynes was a senior partner at McKinsey. In addition to leading his team, Haynes co-founded the firm’s technology division. Before entering the field of finance, Haynes spent much of his life working in software development and product management.
Haynes’ technological background gave him a solid base for his management consulting work. He graduated summa cum laude with a mechanical engineering degree from West Virginia University. After graduating, he worked in various engineering and software development positions before branching into the business world. Haynes quickly found himself drawn toward the management consulting industry. His outstanding graduate education at the Darden Graduate School of Management further fueled his interest. An incredible experience helped shape Haynes into a successful consultant.
During his 22 years at McKinsey & Company, Doug Haynes worked with diverse client executives and leaders across the globe. Empowered by the company’s intellectual environment, Haynes embraced the culture and thrived. He credits those early years at McKinsey for helping him develop into who he is today.
Haynes notes that he achieved great success thanks to these two simple rules. First, he attempted to complete each piece of work to the best of his abilities. Second, he only works with those who share his values.
Doug Haynes notes that modern technology enables remote work opportunities, but he appreciates the personal connection of meeting colleagues in person. Haynes hopes business leaders will embrace this opportunity to prioritize human interaction and high-quality interpersonal interactions.
Doug Haynes enjoys giving back through various charitable endeavors. His experience in the corporate sector led him to open doors that enabled him to contribute to worthy causes. He focuses on helping those suffering from poverty, veteran issues, and educational opportunities for children.