Umesh Verma (Legacy Account)

Umesh Kumar Verma was a prominent business leader and community advocate who served as the 2020 Chairman of the Board for the National Board of Directors at the American Diabetes Association.1 He was the CEO of BLUE LANCE, a cybersecurity firm he founded that became a leading global provider of IT security audit and compliance automation software over its 33-year history.1

Career and Achievements

Verma's professional journey began after he moved from India to the United States at the age of 17 to pursue a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering at the University of Houston.1 His early career included roles as:

• Environmental Engineer at Brown & Root (1979-1982)
• Software Consultant at Shell Oil Company (1983-1985)

Following these positions, Verma embarked on his entrepreneurial path by founding BLUE LANCE, which he led for over three decades.1

Community Involvement

Verma was deeply committed to community service, particularly in the field of diabetes advocacy:

• Served as Chair of the Houston Community Leadership Board for the American Diabetes Association
• Chaired the Finance Committee for the American Diabetes Association
• 2017 Secretary/Treasurer for the National Board of Directors
• 2020 Chairman of the National Board of Directors for the American Diabetes Association

Additionally, he founded the Houston Cyber Summit and served as Chair of the Center for Houston's Future.1

Personal Life

Umesh Kumar Verma was married to Preeti and had three daughters: Reva, Neha, and Kara.1 Tragically, he passed away on December 26, 2022, at the age of 65 in Cleveland, Ohio, after battling cancer.1

Verma's legacy is remembered as that of a loving father, husband, and son who strived to bring out the best in his family and make a positive impact on his community.1