Uncaged Show

As the founder and CEO of Beyond Zero-Dedicated Development Consultants (bz-ddc.com), Kevin leads a cutting-edge real estate and technology development company that builds zero-carbon emission ultra-luxury boutique eco-resorts in remote wilderness and urban locations worldwide. They hire the best architects, engineers, artisans, acousticians, hoteliers, property managers, chefs, yogis, equestrians, guides, trainers, athletes, and sustainability experts, to help them create a better, greener, social, and humanitarian tomorrow. Their mission is to combine cutting-edge technology, design excellence, and ecological responsibility to create unique and memorable experiences for discerning travelers.
In addition to Beyond Zero DDC Inc., Kevin is the founder and CEO of Kennon Design Consultancy (kdcaia.com), an architecture and design firm that delivers strategic innovation, design excellence, and project governance for a wide range of clients and sectors. He formed and led United Architects, a diverse, multi-disciplinary, international team selected as one of five finalists in the prestigious World Trade Center, NY Design Competition.

Kevin is also the founder and executive director of The Institute for Architecture and Urban Studies (institute-ny.org). This 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization introduces students to the culture of architecture through the lens of the city.

As a global executive sales leader in enterprise software, Chris Dickhans drives growth and operational excellence for SaaS, cloud, and hybrid solutions.

With two decades of experience, Chris has built high-performance, data-driven teams that consistently exceed revenue goals.
She leads GTM and revenue strategies, leveraging technology, automation, AI, and competitive intelligence to accelerate pipeline velocity, improve forecasting, and optimize sales cycles. Her leadership has delivered double- and triple-digit growth, including propelling a PE-backed company to unicorn status in under three years and fueling 500% revenue growth in 15 months at a startup.
As a hands-on player-coach, Chris delivers measurable results by increasing speed and efficiency, shortening proposal times, embedding actionable intelligence into CRM systems, and building customer success. She develops strong credibility and confidence in C-suite discussions and serves as an executive sponsor to ensure alignment at critical deal points.
Chris Dickhans currently serves on the advisory boards of DeepXL Artificial Intelligence and Alakai Capital, expanding her influence across finance, insurance, and commercial real estate.

Joel Klooster is the Senior Vice President of Aircraft Operations & Advanced Air Mobility at Viasat.

He is passionate about building world class leadership teams for technology businesses to drive unique value for our customers. As an impactful, data-driven executive and global technology leader, Joel has found repeated success in applying Lean Startup and Scientific Process - hypothesis, test, validate/refine/pivot - techniques to identify unmet customer needs and create competitive differentiators for businesses.
He believes that taking care of customers and employees first and foremast will ultimately result in exceptional growth and loyalty. Joel has had the exceptional privilege to learn from world class leaders, and apply lean management techniques such as OKRs, "Embrace the Red", Go to Gemba, and relentless focus on the right mix of leading and lagging KPIs. He builds strong business strategies and product roadmaps to capture new market opportunities, and align and motivate his teams to execute on these strategies.

Edmund Mackey is an accomplished Senior Executive and Digital Strategist with over 20 years of success spanning telecommunications, home services, home automation, and residential security. He has a track record of digital disruption to generate new value propositions and create sustainable growth. Leveraging extensive experience building new business models from the ground up, he is a valuable asset for companies requiring expert assistance with digital transformation, margin expansion, demand generation, sales process development, segmentation, or customer acquisition. His broad areas of expertise include digital and social media marketing, sales enablement, branding, demand generation, sales management, direct-to-consumer marketing, and B2B sales.
Edmund holds an MS in Finance from Nova Southeastern University and a BA.Sc in Economics from Youngstown State University. As a seasoned board member for non-profits, he has served on the Board of Directors for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Cooper-Young Neighborhood and Cooper-Young Housing Development Organizations.

Fortune 500 SVP, Waveney is a Human Resources specialist who transforms human capital into competitive advantage across $1B+ organizations. Expert at accelerating enterprise value through workforce strategy during M&A, digital transformation, and market disruption. With 20+ years as a trusted C-suite partner, I have led 10,000–35,000 employee enterprises through complex change while delivering double-digit gains in performance, retention, and operational efficiency. I deliver P&L impact by aligning talent strategy with business outcomes through cultural evolution, technology adoption, and scalable growth.

She has led people strategies in financial services, IT, and consumer services, delivering enterprise-scale transformations in organizational redesign, M&A leadership, post-merger integration, culture alignment, and large-scale change management. I have rebuilt national field models, strengthened executive readiness, expanded diverse succession pipelines, and embedded DEIB into strategic decisions.

Raul Dominguez is the CEO and Co-founder of a stealth startup, building scalable EV charging solutions specifically for the hospitality sector. He is intensely focused on addressing critical infrastructure gaps and delivering intelligent, compliant energy solutions that empower hotels to capitalize on the growing electric vehicle market. His work is driven by a commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and supporting businesses in this evolving landscape.
His current venture leverages extensive EV infrastructure experience. At Tesla, he managed over 70 Supercharger Site developments in Northern California, overseeing design, permitting, utility coordination, and integrating solar/battery storage while cutting costs. Earlier, as a Project Manager at Rivian, Raul built out the Rivian Adventure Network, handling scouting, due diligence, design, permitting, and construction for the nationwide DC fast-charging network. He also draws on entrepreneurial ventures, gaining direct experience in startup challenges and problem-solving.
Raul's career reflects his commitment to innovation in sustainable energy. As a leader who has navigated both large corporations and early-stage ventures, he brings a unique perspective to disrupting established markets. He is committed to increasing EV adoption, empowering businesses with superior solutions, and fostering positive social and environmental change, drawing on every lesson learned to achieve his mission.

Donnie Williams is the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Digital Officer for Lamark, a leading digital marketing solutions company that delivers growth strategies for the world's most innovative brands. Based in Boca Raton, Florida, Lamark specializes in integrated marketing solutions—combining creative strategy and design with performance media, digital experiences, and proprietary technology. At Lamark, Donnie is responsible for shaping the company’s digital vision, leading brand strategy, and accelerating innovation across client engagements.
With over 20 years of experience in digital strategy and operations, Donnie previously served as EVP/ Chief Digital Officer at Horizon Media, the world's largest independent marketing services agency. There, he oversaw technical, performance, content, and commerce capabilities, managing a team of 400+ across three offices, while playing a key role in corporate development initiatives.
Beyond his executive roles, Donnie is a serial entrepreneur and board advisor. He co-founded Blue Hour Studios, a digital content studio focused on creator lead storytelling, and Night Market, a commerce solutions agency that bridges that bridges data and experience to deliver intuitive consumer engagement. He also served on the board of First Tube, a live content platform redefining how brands connect with audiences through video.

As a Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Group, Jeff Shaffer assists clients with their operational change, IT, and merger integration needs. With over 20 years of experience, he leads A&M’s Operations Group in Los Angeles, specializing in pre- and post-acquisition operations assessment and integration. His primary areas of concentration include post-merger integration, carve-out planning and execution, due diligence, IT strategy, systems integration, and interim management.
Throughout Jeff's career, he has worked with clients in a wide range of industries, such as professional services, gaming, software, media, and sports. Jeff has a proven track record of leading initiatives that meet or exceed financial targets, leveraging technology to enable business performance.
Some of his notable accomplishments include leading the sell-side analysis and separation execution of a $1+ billion carve-out of a multinational gaming technology company, managing all aspects of the separation process. Jeff also played a key role in the diligence and creation of a premier mortgage origination and auto lending fintech joint venture. Led the merger and integration of the top combat sports leagues in the world.

Vinay Jayachand is the Chief Technology & Product Officer of HummingbirdEV.

Experienced Business and Technology Leader with over a decade of experience in the Electric Vehicle Industry, he is shaping the future of the commercial transportation industry. My mission is to achieve net-zero carbon & NOx emissions from well to wheel, transforming the way we move goods and people while prioritizing sustainability.
His wheelhouse lies in ideating, designing, and scaling innovative zero-emission vehicle product lines tailored for commercial transportation needs. With a keen eye on global markets, Vinay specializes in orchestrating business expansion strategies that transcend borders, leading organizations to new territories and fostering sustainable growth.
With successful capital raised for commercial transportation initiatives, his role is to lead the ideation and design of groundbreaking zero-emission vehicle products and scaled innovative solutions for the commercial transportation sector that would empower fleets and retail owners towards rapid adoption of Electric Vehicles.

Eric Lopez is the Board Secretary and Co-Chair of the Advancement Committee at the Fulbright Association.

He is an empowering leader and seasoned Director with a proven track record in public policy, government relations, and advancing opportunities for all through inclusive practices.

Throughout his career, Eric has driven organizational growth by shaping impactful policy frameworks, securing funding through strategic grant writing and budget management, spearheading legislative initiatives that reformed critical programming, and leading dynamic cross-functional teams to elevate stakeholder engagement and crisis management—all while cultivating a culture of active participation and leveraging individual strengths.

Jean Callahan is a seasoned executive search leader serving in dual roles as Partner at Discovery Search Partners, a Signium firm, and Managing Director at Latin America Executive Search Consultants (LAESC). She brings more than two decades of cross-border search experience in life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors, helping organizations identify and hire transformative executive talent across the Americas.
At Discovery Search Partners, Jean partners with clients ranging from early-stage biotech companies to multinational pharmaceutical and medical device firms. She advises boards and executive teams on talent strategies spanning R&D, HR, legal, finance, operations, and commercial leadership. Known for her high-touch, consultative approach, Jean believes that great recruiting impacts not only the business but the lives of the people who join it.
As founder and Managing Director of LAESC, Jean continues to lead senior executive searches throughout Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic market. Originally launched in 2008 as a spin-off from A.T. Kearney Executive Search—where she served as Managing Director for Latin America based in São Paulo—LAESC remains a trusted partner to organizations navigating international market entry and growth strategies.
Jean is particularly passionate about championing diverse leadership and expanding representation across the industries she serves. A longtime advocate for inclusion, she is known for building strong client relationships, mentoring emerging professionals, and delivering results that align with each organization’s values and culture.
She earned her Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Business Administration from the University of South Florida. Based in Miami, FL, Jean actively collaborates with clients and candidates across North America, Latin America, and beyond.

Jeff Weiss is a seasoned global sales executive with more than 30 years of experience in the B2B software industry, specializing in enterprise financial and project management solutions for the construction and capital projects sectors. As the Chief Revenue Officer at CMiC, Jeff oversees all facets of global revenue growth, customer acquisition, and market expansion, driving success across both North American and international markets.
Jeff’s career began in the early ’90s when his background in physics and mathematics led him to the construction technology space. Since joining CMiC in 1991 as a Senior Systems Consultant, Jeff has held several key leadership positions, including Director of International Business and VP of Sales, where his strategic vision has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s success and global footprint. Under his leadership, CMiC has evolved into the leading provider of unified, integrated software solutions for the construction industry. Today, CMiC’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform supports over $100 billion in annual construction revenue, serving a broad range of clients, including general contractors, specialty firms, heavy/highway contractors, and project owners across sectors such as government, education, healthcare, and hospitality.
Known for his expertise in revenue generation, software sales, and SaaS business development, Jeff has a proven track record of building high-performing teams, cultivating long-term relationships, and driving growth. His strategic focus on digital transformation, customer experience, and the integration of AI and data analytics ensures that CMiC remains at the forefront of innovation in the construction software industry.
At CMiC, Jeff is passionate about delivering cutting-edge technology that empowers clients to optimize workflows, improve office-to-field communications, and gain actionable insights. He is a driving force behind CMiC’s investment in research and development, with 25% of the company’s revenue reinvested into product innovation. This commitment allows CMiC to offer flexible, scalable solutions that seamlessly integrate with third-party tools, enabling customers to meet their unique business needs and achieve long-term success.

Yuriy Yarovoy specializes in driving sustainable growth at scale. With over 15 years in the
gaming and tech space, he's helped build and scale some of the industry's most successful platforms. Currently as SVP of Growth at Medal, he oversees monetization and growth
strategies for the popular gaming content platform, where he built their advertising business
from scratch to over $30M in annual revenue through innovative programmatic, direct-sold, and strategic partnerships.
His expertise spans the full growth stack - from performance marketing and SEO to product-led
growth and monetization strategy. At BlueStacks, he led global marketing efforts that
contributed to reaching 450 million users, while at Kanga.gg (later acquired by Riot Games), he
developed the growth playbook that helped position the startup for acquisition. What sets Yuriy
apart is his ability to blend analytical rigor with creative go-to-market strategies that deliver
measurable results.
Beyond his core work, Yuriy has built several successful side projects including dewey, a
productivity tool for Twitter power users with 40,000 daily active users, and /r/BigSEO, Reddit's
premier community for digital marketers. He frequently advises startups and speaks at industry
events about sustainable growth frameworks. With experience managing $100M+ in marketing
spend and distributed teams across 26 countries, Yuriy brings both strategic vision and
operational excellence to every growth challenge.

Dr. Colleen Hinds-Rodgers is the co-founder and CEO of Equity Consulting Group, a collective of educators working towards the transformation of organizations in pursuit of equity and justice for all.

She is a K-12 Scholar Practitioner and Math Guru.

Prasad Tungaturthy is a seasoned product and technology executive with deep expertise in AI/ML-driven innovation, enterprise SaaS development, and business transformation. With a career spanning BlackLine, Oracle, Datavail, and PypeStream, Prasad has consistently delivered market-defining product strategies that drive revenue growth, operational efficiency, and customer success.
As Vice President of Product & Engineering at BlackLine, Prasad scaled AI-powered financial automation solutions, doubling revenue within 24 months and reducing implementation time by 50%. His leadership in M&A strategy enabled BlackLine to acquire FourQ for $165M+, successfully integrating its product suite and enhancing financial operations for global enterprises.
Throughout his career, Prasad has led high-performing global teams, managed multi-million-dollar R&D budgets, and spearheaded technical innovations that drive enterprise efficiency. His expertise includes:
-AI/ML-Powered Financial Solutions – Leveraging AI to create data-driven automation and predictive analytics
-Strategic M&A & Business Growth – Driving acquisitions, due diligence, and post-merger integrations
-Enterprise SaaS Product Development – Leading product vision, strategy, and execution for top-tier platforms
-Customer-Centric Innovation – Building scalable solutions that enhance usability, efficiency, and profitability
Beyond his corporate leadership, Prasad is passionate about mentoring emerging leaders, advising on technology strategy, and contributing to industry thought leadership. He is a firm believer in aligning product innovation with business objectives to create scalable, high-impact solutions.
In his free time, Prasad enjoys exploring advancements in AI, engaging in strategic advisory roles, and networking with industry leaders. He holds a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering from Louisiana Tech University and a Chief Technology Officer certification from Wharton.

Tony Winders is the CEO & Founder of The Winders Group.

Marketing executive specialized in strategy, brand development and integrated marketing communications programs proven to build awareness, generate leads and drive sales for digital media, advertising technology and blockchain companies.
B2B marketing expertise spans brand positioning and messaging, product marketing, digital marketing strategy, advertising, thought leadership, content marketing, social media, public relations, corporate communications, direct marketing, lead generation, market research and strategic selling.
Industry areas of focus include advertising technology, ad networks, e-commerce, martech/adtech, programmatic, audience targeting, display advertising, video advertising, social media, mobile marketing, lead generation, influencer marketing, affiliate marketing, search engine marketing, cause marketing, integrated marketing, luxury marketing, multi-channel networks and digital entertainment.

Tina Shah Paikeday is a strategic advisor to executives across large public enterprises, high-growth private companies and investment firms. She is currently General Manager of the Leadership Advisory Center of Excellence at Findem.ai, a growth equity backed talent intelligence platform that enables leaders to make precise, evidence-based people decisions using robust data powered by AI. Previously, Tina was a partner at Russell Reynolds Associates, where she built and led the Global DEI Practice. Before that, she founded and led the boutique Talent Advisory Board, was instrumental in growing the people analytics practice at the Corporate Executive Board and began her career in management consulting at McKinsey & Company.
Tina received a B.S. in Commerce with distinction from the University of Virginia with concentrations in Finance and Management Information Systems in 1994 and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business in 1998. A life-long learner, Tina is currently completing her PhD in Executive Management at the Drucker School of Management. She is certified in assessment by Hogan, executive coaching by International Coaching Federation, mindful leadership by Spirit Rock and AI strategy by UC Berkeley. Tina’s expertise spans global leadership selection, assessment, development, succession, and inclusion. She is now pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence into leadership advisory solutions. Her research explores how artificial intelligence is transforming critical leadership decisions. Tina bridges theory with lived experience in teaching leaders on the use of AI in executive decision-making.
As a frequent speaker and published thought leader, Tina has contributed to major business publications including The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Forbes, The Financial Times, and Bloomberg. Her recent research, Slow Thinking Fast: How AI Trumps Human Bias, was featured in the California Management Review, and she presented related insights at TEDx @ CGU. She has authored dozens of white papers on including those published by Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance. Her speaking engagements span global forums such as the World Economic Forum, Asia Pacific Economic Council, Singapore Institute of Directors, Texas Pacific Group (TPG), and McKinsey’s Connected Leaders Academy. Based in Tiburon, California with her husband and son, Tina is an active Bay Area community member.

Darryl Gregory is the Vice President of Sales, EMEA at Distech Controls, part of Acuity Brands, where he leads regional strategy and execution across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With a people-first approach and nearly 25 years in the building automation and controls industry, Darryl is known for driving high-performing teams, cultivating strategic partnerships, and delivering consistent commercial growth across competitive markets. His leadership is defined by a deep understanding of customer needs, a sharp focus on solution-based selling, and an unwavering commitment to results.
Prior to joining Acuity Brands, Darryl spent over 18 years at Honeywell, rising through the ranks from Area Sales Manager to Sales Leader for the UK, Ireland, and Northern Europe. His journey at Honeywell included leading major sales territories, overseeing the success of brands like Trend, Saia Burgess and CentraLine, and managing both partner and OEM channels.
Outside of his professional life, Darryl is passionate about team culture, mentorship, and continuous learning and of course enjoying time with his family and friends.

Elisabeth Constantin is the owner of Abreo Executive Services.

ABREO, founded in 2022, began as a private client career transition practice serving the executive education communities at Harvard, Wharton, and Stanford. As the business evolved, CHROs and corporate General Counsels began turning to ABREO for support with high-stakes executive terminations. Today, ABREO’s Exit Velocity™ framework delivers strategic off-boarding and transition support that helps senior leaders land faster—and navigate high-profile exits with clarity and control.
A public speaker on executive and C-level career ROI, Elisabeth has been invited by Ivy League Clubs across the U.S., the Harvard Business School National Women's Association, and top industry organizations, including Financial Executives International (FEI), the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Dell, and EuroFinance (The Economist Group).

Alice Liao is a globally recognized commercial leader, board advisor, and author who has shaped the growth trajectories of over 300 brands across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Her portfolio includes top-tier names such as Porsche, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Charlotte Tilbury, W Hotels, Highland Park, and Emaar Development, as well as providing advisory support to global consulting firms including PwC and KPMG.
She has led high-performing teams as executive director across seven countries, delivered double-digit growth, and guided startups through scale-up, investment, and exit—while repositioning global enterprises for expansion.
Renowned for her strategic clarity and operational precision, Alice bridges brand, sales, marketing, and finance to build investor-ready businesses with go-to-market strategies that drive revenue and long-term value. Her work spans sectors and continents.
Through her global network, Alice supports founders in raising capital and finding the right strategic partners or buyers—translating decades of insight into practical frameworks that deliver results at scale.
She is also recognized as Best Social Entrepreneur by the Gulf News Award and was named Best Innovative Commercial Leader at the Global Recognition Awards.

Luke Irwin is the Founder and Cybersecurity Strategist at Aegis Cyber, where he delivers independent, vendor-neutral advisory services — specialising in Virtual and Fractional CISO roles, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and operational resilience.
With 23+ years in tech and the last decade dedicated solely to cybersecurity, Luke helps Australian organisations strengthen their posture, meet regulatory obligations, and navigate complex risks with confidence.
His approach is shaped by a military background that includes peacekeeping operations — instilling a clear sense of mission, resilience, and protection. That perspective now informs his work helping leadership teams protect what matters most.
Luke has advised government agencies, multinationals, and mid-sized businesses on security audits, risk management, incident response readiness, and aligning cyber programs to business objectives. His role is to provide clarity, strategy, and direction without conflicts of interest.
Luke has spoken at events including: Industry forums, conferences, professional/industry development days, board meetings, networking events, industry partner workshops, member-based workshop facilitation, and other speaking engagements.
Credentials include CISSP, CISM, and a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity — all of which support his ability to turn complex cyber risks into actionable business decisions.

Jeffery Stewart is a business technologist, strategist, and executive leader with a passion for helping companies leverage technology to drive business outcomes. As the Founder and CEO of SuccessITNow, he leads a premier technology advisory and consultancy firm that helps businesses harness cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI, and digital transformation to fuel growth, improve efficiency, and gain a competitive edge. With a strategic mindset and hands-on expertise, Jeffery is committed to aligning technology investments with business goals, ensuring companies get maximum ROI and long-term success.
With over 25 years of experience in technology consulting, strategic partnerships, and digital transformation, Jeffery has played a pivotal role in shaping IT strategies for enterprises across industries. Before launching SuccessITNow, he led and supported strategic consulting teams and alliance growth initiatives valued at over $1.4B, pioneering innovative customer engagement models and business transformation strategies.
Throughout his career, Jeffery has:
✅ Led business and technology acquisition initiatives worth over $100M, driving 20-30% operational cost savings and 30% capital savings on IT investments.
✅ Built strategic partnerships with 30+ technology vendors, resulting in 15-30% revenue growth with 25%+ % profit margins.
✅ Helped companies optimize IT operations, implement cloud-first strategies, and modernize enterprise technology landscapes for long-term scalability.
✅ Worked closely with C-level executives, IT leaders, and industry partners, bridging the gap between technology strategy and business success.
Beyond his corporate leadership, Jeffery is dedicated to mentorship and industry advocacy. He actively serves on advisory boards, guiding organizations on IT strategy, cost optimization, and emerging technology trends. Passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation, he supports startups and growth-stage businesses in navigating the complex IT landscape.

Molly Schroeder is the Manager of Employee Recruitment and Engagement at Roundstone, where she is dedicated to fostering a workplace culture where employees feel valued, connected, and supported. She believes that a thriving company starts with engaged employees and takes pride in creating an environment where people genuinely want to come to work. From recruitment to professional development, she focuses on ensuring every employee has the tools, resources, and workplace experience they need to succeed.
Before joining Roundstone, she spent several years in sales at Tenneco Energy Resources and Cardtech, Inc., where she developed a deep understanding of relationship-building and strategic communication—skills that continue to inform her approach to talent management today.
Beyond her professional role, Molly is deeply committed to philanthropy and community engagement. She and Michael Schroeder were recently named recipients of the Greater Cleveland Association of Fundraising Professionals’ 2024 Philanthropist of the Year Award.
Molly holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Miami University and remains committed to lifelong learning, mentorship, and professional growth. She continues to advocate for inclusive workplaces, employee well-being, and meaningful community impact.

Thomas Lawrence is the Founder & Principal at GPI Design, a company that creates bespoke illuminated features for high-end commercial interiors, specializing in the integration of translucent materials, structural engineering, and advanced lighting systems. With over 20+ years of design-build experience, the GPI team has become a trusted partner for architects and lighting designers worldwide, delivering exceptional backlit walls, ceilings, facades, and other unique offerings.

Known as “The Fixer,” Stephanie Smith specializes in rebrands that deliver results. Whether it’s transforming a 17-year-old product or reducing design costs with cutting-edge AI, she builds bold, modern marketing strategies that generate revenue and elevate brand equity.
As Chief Marketing Officer at The N2 Company, Stephanie leads brand, PR, content, and creative strategy across five national brands and 500+ franchise editions. With 25 years in media and 10+ in executive marketing, she has driven growth through data-led innovation, creative leadership, and scalable systems that stick.

As the Customer Experience Technical Fellow at EDB, a leading Postgres and Data AI platform company, Vibhor Kumar is dedicated to driving technical innovation and aligning customer experience strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty. With deep technical expertise and strong leadership skills, he collaborates with cross-functional teams to define solution architectures, lead innovation efforts, and mentor technical teams. He also represents EDB as a thought leader in customer experience technology, playing a pivotal role in advancing the company’s mission.
With over 18 years of experience driving digital transformation and innovation across industries—including guiding Fortune 500 clients—Vibhor specializes in cloud computing, AI/ML, and cybersecurity. He has a proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams, develop technology strategies, and deliver solutions that drive business growth. His leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, and fostering a culture of innovation to solve complex challenges.
Before his current role, Vibhor held several leadership positions at EDB, including Global VP of Performance Engineering & Architecture and Chief Performance Architect. He built and scaled engineering teams, optimized Postgres performance, and enhanced enterprise adoption of technologies such as PGD, failover management, and storage extensions. He also played a critical role in automating benchmarking processes, strengthening customer confidence, and establishing Postgres as the standard for major financial institutions.
Prior to EDB, Vibhor was the Director of Customer Success & Professional Services at Uptycs, where he improved product adoption and retention by launching 24/7 support and consulting services. Earlier, as Director of Solution Architecture at EDB, he developed tailored enterprise solutions, enabled partner success, and built high-performing solution architecture teams.
Vibhor’s technical journey began with roles at IBM Global Services, BMC Software, and CMC Ltd., gaining experience in database administration, cloud computing, DevOps, and performance tuning. His well-rounded expertise has made him a trusted authority in enterprise technology solutions.
Currently furthering his leadership development through the Wharton Executive Education CTO Program, Vibhor holds a Master’s in Computer Application from the Army Institute of Management, Kolkata, and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Lucknow.

We all know AI is impacting so many verticals, including engineering.

To know a bit more about this, we had the great opportunity to do a panel with to top proffesional from Quest Global: Sindhu Ramachandran, Director of Technology and CoE Leader for Artificial Intelligence, and T.C. Ramesh, Head of Technology Excellence Group.

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

As a successful business strategist and solution consultant with 16+ years experience in Silicon Valley, Bryan Schneider provides vision and direction to bank and fintech product and sales teams to maximize success through direct and non-traditional channels (Partnerships, Banking as a Platform, Banking as a Service). He successfully leads Fintech Strategy and Partnerships at U.S. Bank, inclusive of the vision, business case, and successful launch of the Connected Partnership Network. Defined the Partner Success Management role and built a scalable go-to-market strategy and team for identifying, signing, and managing fintech partnerships.
Develop and coach sales and business development teams with a focus on personal development and problem-solving. Passionate about innovation, strategic partnerships, and making the impossible possible. Bryan is currently focused on helping banks and fintechs provide clients the flexibility to choose their technology and banking partner, along with making it easy to integrate and provide seamless embedded payment experiences.
20+ years of experience in FinTech / Financial Services / Technology, ranging from early-stage start-ups to global financial institutions. Large and strong relationship network with senior leadership and executives within the payments, technology, and banking sector, and enjoy connecting the dots.

★ Elizabeth McCormick, former Black Hawk helicopter pilot for the US Army, served when less than 1% of Military pilots were women. As a decorated pilot, she flew numerous missions as a Chief Warrant Officer, including United Nations peacekeeping, air assault, command and control, VIP, multi-ship, and top-secret military intelligence missions.
★ She earned numerous awards for her service in the military including the Meritorious Service Medal. In 2011, Elizabeth was honored with the US Congressional Veteran Commendation for her community service as a military veteran.
★ Elizabeth is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, recently named #13 on the list of top 30 motivational speakers in the world by Global Gurus and listed as #5 on the list of Leadership Experts to follow online.
★ She is also a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Certified Virtual Presenter (CVP), and Certified Virtual Host (CVH). Elizabeth has earned certifications from the Maxwell Leadership program: Certified Team Member, Executive Director, and Corporate Facilitator. In 2001 Elizabeth was added to the Faculty of the Maxwell Leadership program.
★ As a prolific author, she has sold more than 40,000 copies of her personal development book,
"The P.I.L.O.T. Method: the 5 Elemental Truths to Leading Yourself in Life". Her 20th book, "Just FLY: Personal Leadership in Turbulent Times" is due out later in 2025. Drawing from her experience as a corporate manager and award-winning sales consultant, she has authored over 18 books in her tip book series, "Soar 2 Success", on a variety of leadership, business, and entrepreneurial topics.
★ Elizabeth has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, FOX, CW, News Nation, MSNBC, NBC, TMZ, (and many more) and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, London Times, and other global publications in Australia, Japan, and Brazil as an authority on military and leadership issues with the media.

Prem Talreja is an experienced technology leader​ known for his strategic vision,​ storytelling mindset, and​ ability to drive innovation at scale.​ After a successful​ career spanning decades across​ engineering, marketing, and business leadership, Pre​m came out of retirement to found LunaGen, driven by a​ mission to ​help organizations harness the transformative​ power of AI through practical,​outcome-oriented​ solutions.
As CEO of LunaGen, he leads initiatives to accelerate​ business growth by developing tailored, agentic AI​ systems designed to improve operational efficiency and​ unlock new opportunities. He collaborates with​ cross-functional teams to​ ensure that AI is not only​ implemented, but also effectively aligned with core​ business objectives.

Marc Hernandez is the President of 22Brands, where he leads branding, digital marketing, and client experience strategies for mid-market businesses. Under Marc’s leadership, 22Brands utilizes its proprietary Message Clarity Map to help businesses focus on creating clarity and eliminating confusion. Marc is dedicated to building authentic brands that connect with their ideal audiences and drive measurable growth.
A purpose-driven entrepreneur, Marc blends creative thinking with a heart for people, fostering a culture where individuals and businesses alike can thrive. His leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that lasting success stems from serving others, investing in authentic relationships, and prioritizing impact over financial outcomes alone.
Marc’s career includes extensive experience in brand strategy, sales leadership, digital marketing, client experience, and cloud technologies. As the founder of 22Brands, he has earned a reputation for helping businesses simplify complex messaging and craft strategies that open doors to opportunity. Known for facilitating clarity and inspiring positive change, Marc brings a versatile skill set to problem-solving and guiding executive leaders through organizational challenges. His entrepreneurial journey began in 2011, when his passion for helping others began taking shape.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Marc is a dedicated husband to Tiffany, and father to three sons. Living in Keller, Texas, he enjoys golf, photography, music and traveling as ways to recharge and stay connected with his values. Marc’s mission extends beyond business success - he's driven to make a difference as a believer, husband, father, and mentor in both his personal and professional relationships.
Marc holds a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communications from The University of Texas at Austin, a foundation that has shaped his ability to create meaningful connections.

Armel R. Kouassi is Senior Vice President and Global Head at Northern Trust, a leading global financial services firm. In his role, Armel is responsible for optimizing balance sheets, managing financial risks, generate growth, earnings and driving portfolio performance across Northern Trust’s diverse business lines. With a focus on wealth management, asset servicing, and fiduciary services, Northern Trust serves institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Armel’s leadership philosophy blends transformational and servant leadership, with an emphasis on resilience, ethical decision-making, and creating a balanced, values-driven culture where teams can thrive.
Throughout his career, Armel has garnered extensive experience across banking, corporate finance, fintech, and financial risk management. Having held senior roles at major institutions such as State Street Corporation, M&T Bank, Citi, and GE Capital, Armel has built a comprehensive understanding of global finance. His entrepreneurial spirit and senior banking experience have allowed him to lead across multiple sectors in the U.S., Europe, and Africa.
Armel is deeply committed to community involvement and philanthropy. He is a passionate advocate for economic empowerment, the arts, and music and serves on the board of the Edmond Town Hall Theater, cultural landmark that enriches the lives of Connecticut residents. Board of Directors of the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra in Connecticut. He serves on the board of the scholars of finance, an organization on a mission to inspire character and integrity in the young finance leaders of tomorrow. He serves in the FinTech Advisory Board for the Center for Financial Professionals. Armel was named Presidential Leadership Scholar 2023 as a bold, principled and visionary leaders in US making a difference in the world; and learning the presidential leadership of George W. Bush, William J. Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Lyndon B. Johnson and their administrations. Outside of work, Armel is a father of three daughters, a private pilot and enjoys lifelong learning, supporting youth leadership, and promoting ethical leadership in the financial sector.

Dr. Stacie Pinderhughes is a seasoned Physician Executive with dual board certifications in Geriatric Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Over the past decade, she has honed her skills in clinical and operational leadership, steadfastly committed to improving patient and family health outcomes.
Throughout her tenure as Chief Medical Officer, Stacie has forged strong partnerships with CEOs and senior management teams, driving advancements in hospital utilization, new service line development, medical management, post-acute services, pharmacy operations, and quality improvement initiatives. Her expertise extends to leading strategic retreats, conducting market assessments, and implementing effective strategies, all backed by data analytics to introduce innovative healthcare affordability solutions.

Aaron Fowler, Senior Client Success Manager at Qnary , is the guest of this episode. During the conversation, he shared the latest about the use of AI to improve your online presence thanks to tools like Chat GPT.

Qnary is an award-winning executive reputation management and talent branding solutions company. Qnary was listed as one of the 5000 fastest-growing companies in America by Inc magazine and was also listed as one of the 360 best companies by Entrepreneur magazine in 2018 and 2019. By leveraging executives’ social media presence, Qnary helps establish and elevate their thought leadership, ultimately positively impacting business growth, brand awareness, and talent acquisition/ retention for their respective organizations. Since 2012, Qnary has helped hundreds of the largest companies in the world across a full-range of business verticals (banking, packaged goods, retail, energy, media, real estate, insurance, education, healthcare, automotive, food and beverage) optimize their digital footprints. 

Aaron is an experienced Senior Client Success Manager with a passion for problem-solving and simplifying the complex. Aaron's go-to phrase is "How hard can it be?" It's insane how much you can figure out when your main objective is figuring out what the root of the issue is and how to most effectively solve it. 

As the Founder and CEO of Wet Cement, Jennifer helps organizations build cultures where everyone can reach their full potential. With over two decades of leadership experience at top tech and media companies like Yahoo, AOL, and WebMD, she has dedicated her career to advancing gender equity, fostering inclusive leadership, and empowering individuals to achieve their best.
Through keynote speaking, training, coaching, and consulting, Jennifer delivers actionable strategies rooted in the ‘Fearless Fundamentals’: Confidence, Communication, Connection, Control, and Culture. These pillars guide her mission to break down barriers to success, equipping executives and organizations with tools to create thriving, inclusive environments.
Whether helping companies:
- develop their employees' skills
- cultivate cultures of belonging where everyone is heard and valued
- advance women in the workplace through Women's ERG strategies and programming
- advise leaders on diversity and inclusion initiatives or
- inspiring audiences through memorable keynotes,
She is passionate about creating positive, lasting change.
Her unique background spanning corporate leadership, journalism and fitness, allows Jennifer to motivate and connect with various audiences. This unique perspective drives her ability to craft programs that resonate deeply and inspire action.

Karthik is a seasoned business transformational leader with over 30 years of experience and led two organizations to become $ 1 Bn+ Product engineering/Digital engg businesses over the last 25+ years. He believes in building technology that powers the human future potential. He has been in CXO roles including CEO,COO,Business unit head for public listed organizations HQ in India, he has been an executive board member for 4+ years. Developed market expansion programs and domain expertise across industries including auto,semicon,technology,telecom,aerospace,energy,and healthcare working closely with Fortune-500 client CXOs.He has been part of the NASSCOM Executive Council and ER&D chair for many years.
Former CEO and Executive Director at Cyient where he led the organisation and transformed it as a global technology solutions powerhouse. During his tenure over the last 5 years, he integrated cloud, AI, data analytics, and intelligent engineering to drive innovation, growing Cyient’s market-cap many folds and putting the company on path to a $1 billion annual run rate business. Previously at Tech Mahindra, Karthik built the integrated engineering services division into a billion-dollar business, closing over $2 billion in strategic deals within seven years.
Throughout his 31-year career, he has driven growth through diverse business models like closing ten M&As,one IPO,strategic subsidiary creation and a joint venture, many product/site carve-outs,IP led deals,Venture investments, etc including Cyient DLM's IPO.
Karthik served as co-chair of the Engineering Services Forum at NASSCOM and as a member of the NASSCOM Executive Council.He is also part of NASSCOM’s Strategic Skills Council and is in VIT’s academic council.He has nurtured and mentored many Industry professionals and regularly advises startup founders. He is passionate about building AI-ready talent, creating environments where technical excellence & human potential thrive together.

Jacobē Bell co-founded Equity Consulting Group, a nonprofit that prioritizes transforming school systems in pursuit of equity for all.
She also currently serves as the Network Director at Teaching Matters, where she oversees initiatives that empower school leaders, support educators, and improve student outcomes through professional development and systems change.
For the last five years at Teaching Matters, Jacobẽ has served as the Network Director. In this role, she leads a grant-funded initiative dedicated to improving student outcomes across a network of 16 middle schools. Her work is centered on equity, continuous improvement, and data-driven strategies to ensure that students are on track by 8th grade—measured by attendance, GPA, and Math/ELA state test scores.
She brings expertise in instructional coaching, culturally responsive education, and systems change to support school leaders and educators in implementing evidence-based practices. By fostering collaboration, she drives meaningful progress through:
✅ Network-wide strategy & facilitation – Leading events, sharing continuous improvement and culturally responsive practices, and ensuring alignment across schools
✅ Continuous improvement & data monitoring – Tracking PDSA cycles, common assessments, and student perception metrics
✅ Instructional coaching & leadership development – Training and supervising a team of Teaching Matters’ coaches, ensuring high-impact support for educators and increased outcomes for students
✅ Equitable learning environments – Working with Instructional coaches to embed culturally responsive practices and structures for sustainable improvement
She collaborates closely with cross-functional leadership—including Service Design, Research & Evaluation, and eLearning Design—to create conditions where instructional coaches, teachers, and students thrive. Her passion lies in driving systemic change that leads to lasting success for all learners.

Nicole McNamara is a customer-obsessed executive at the intersection of business strategy, technology, and experience design. She specializes in enterprise growth, CX transformation, and loyalty strategy—helping companies turn every customer interaction into a competitive advantage.
With over 20 years of experience advising Fortune 500 leaders and high-growth innovators, Nicole has built a reputation for transforming transactional relationships into trusted partnerships. As the head of Salesforce’s 80+ person innovation team, she led customer-centric growth initiatives that drove over $250M in annual revenue—proving that long-term loyalty and market leadership go hand in hand.
Nicole is a strategist by design and a storyteller by instinct. She knows that the best customer strategies don’t start with data—they start with empathy. From architecting cross-functional CX programs to aligning product, sales, and service around a unified customer journey, she ensures every initiative delivers measurable impact and deepens brand trust.
Outside of work, Nicole co-founded The Phoenix Club, an executive community for career reinvention, and hosts the podcast Who Moved My Career? She’s a frequent speaker and advisor on customer leadership and transformational growth. And when she’s not shaping strategy in the boardroom, you’ll find her mentoring rising talent, supporting women-owned businesses, or pouring pints at The Smallest Irish Bar in America.

Aaron is the Principal and Founder of AFM Consulting Partners, a consultancy that advises senior executives and organizations with their fintech and payments strategy. With over 25 years of experience, he is an advisor, consultant, and researcher who helps enterprises understand the payments market from a strategic perspective. He is a provider of custom research reports, surveys, competitive analyses, webinars, and public presentations. His mission is to help the fintech industry transform and grow by identifying and pursuing new opportunities, executing effective strategies, and forging strong partnerships.
A renowned thought leader among industry peers, Aaron consistently delivered innovation, growth, and high returns on investment throughout his career in senior roles at Javelin Strategy & Research, FIS, and IDC. He is passionate about sharing knowledge and insights through speaking engagements and blog posts on topics such as mobile payments, enterprise payments, tokenization, digital currency, digital wallets, and regulation. Aaron is also passionate about the intersection of Fintech and AI, exploring how AI is transforming the way we approach financial services. He is dedicated to helping clients harness AI to drive innovation and strategy in fintech and payments.
A regular contributor to industry-leading publications, Aaron holds an MBA from the Sloan School of Management and a BS in Political Science from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Selena Cuffe an award-winning executive and board director recognized for global go-to-market and revenue acceleration expertise. She has 20 years of senior leadership experience, and her governance experience includes chairing a committee. Selena builds and advises high performing teams and cultures and sustainably grows businesses through innovation, strategic restructure, and acquisition. Cuffe is a Life Member of the Council on Foreign Relations, active alumna of Stanford and Harvard universities, and a dedicated member and leader of purpose-driven, local and international community organizations.

Eliel Oliveira serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Connxus Health Information Exchange (HIE), where he is committed to transforming population health through innovative data informatics and fostering collaboration among health and social service organizations. Under his leadership, Connxus partners with over 20 Central Texas organizations to eliminate barriers in data sharing, improve care coordination, and reduce healthcare costs. He has spearheaded the development of a secure, community-wide referral management system that integrates clinical data, social service referrals, and personal needs assessments, driving better decision-making rooted in transparency and collaboration.
With over a decade of experience in health informatics and population health innovation, Eliel is recognized as a national leader in health information technology. He has developed groundbreaking solutions, including a mobile patient engagement platform focused on underrepresented populations and a referral management system designed to align clinical and social services. At Connxus, he leads efforts to connect stakeholders across Central Texas, leveraging data to address critical health challenges and unlock the potential of community-wide collaboration.
Eliel serves on the Health Information Technology Advisory Committee (HITAC), contributing to national policies and standards that advance secure health data exchange and equitable access to health information. His work emphasizes leveraging technology to improve care coordination, public health, and health equity for diverse populations.

As the General Manager of AI Simulation at SandboxAQ, Nadia is on a mission to shape the future of healthcare and technology. Her work sits at the intersection of AI and Quantum (AQ) technologies, accelerating breakthroughs in designing and manufacturing new chemicals, materials, batteries, and drugs.
With a background spanning biotech, medical devices, and FDA regulatory expertise, Nadia brings a hands-on approach to navigating the complex paths of compliance and innovation. Her career journey—from roles at Google in Health & Wellness to Siemens and beyond—has taught her the power of strategic thinking in highly regulated spaces, particularly as we tackle next-gen healthcare solutions.

Bradley Swenson is a Commercial Operation Leader.

As a strategic and creative sales leader in healthcare technology, Brad has built his career transforming service-based organizations into high-growth SaaS platforms. With proven success scaling ARR, he implements specialized sales methodologies, analytics solutions, and cross-functional leadership approaches that drive explosive growth.
His expertise lies in revolutionizing traditional business models, rebuilding sales organizations, and positioning companies for exponential valuation growth toward $1B targets. Brad is passionate about empowering teams through accountability-focused mentorship and fostering cultures where both individuals and organizations thrive.

Ron Bogart thrives in driving business resilience & leadership excellence and leading teams through change, fostering collaboration, and driving strategic growth. These are the principles that define Ron Bogart’s leadership approach.

As the CEO of Gold Mechanical, he is committed to building a culture of adaptability and resilience, ensuring the organization not only meets industry demands but also thrives in an evolving landscape. Gold Mechanical is a leader in mechanical contracting, delivering high-quality solutions for construction and maintenance projects. In his role, Ron focuses on breaking down silos, enhancing cross-functional teamwork, and leveraging scenario planning to prepare the company for the future.

Reshma Ramkellawan is an educational consultant and co-founder of Equity Consulting Group, where she brings over two decades of experience supporting schools and educators in creating equitable and culturally responsive learning environments. In her role, she provides instructional coaching and strategic consulting for school improvement and curriculum design. At Teaching Matters, she provides expertise in curriculum design, assessment, and instructional leadership.
Throughout her career, Reshma has held impactful roles as an English teacher, department leader, and administrator in New York City and Florida public schools. At Democracy Prep Public Schools, she led classroom management initiatives and developed a high school prep curriculum. While serving as a teacher at Explore Schools, she was recognized for her innovative social justice education, with 97% of her students reaching advanced reading levels.
Reshma is an active member of professional organizations, including the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). She serves on the College Section Steering Committee for NCTE and was previously the Secretary for the AERA’s Research on the Education of Asian and Pacific Americans special interest group.
She is passionate about strategic planning for school improvement, intentional equity, and culturally responsive teaching. Her research, publications, and public speaking engagements have focused on these topics, exploring them through a lens of intentional design and equity.
Reshma holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Education from the University of Central Florida with Honors in the Major. She earned her Master of Arts in Curriculum and Teaching, Master of Education in English Education, and Doctorate in the Teaching of English from Columbia University Teachers College.

As the Principal of Weitman Consulting, Leonard brings over 25 years of high-tech industry experience, specializing in manufacturing and operations process improvement, business development, customer service, financial analysis and planning, and executive management. His background spans global roles in both publicly traded and privately held companies, covering a range of sectors, including semiconductors, electronics, hard goods, and telecommunications.
Known as a well-respected, principled leader, Leonard is as comfortable in detailed technical discussions as he is in high-level strategy sessions with executives. His leadership style combines a disciplined approach to operational excellence with a focus on building trust among teams, clients, and partners.
Notable achievements include: managing a $13M revenue stream with SAP-based P&L accountability; overseeing the successful design, construction, and launch of a $16M Tier-III LEED Gold colocation data center, which met stringent environmental and operational standards; and directing the successful facility construction, manufacturing line implementation, and product certification of a turnkey plant for an overseas customer. These accomplishments highlight his rare balance of technical, business, and interpersonal acumen, underpinned by knowledge of international markets.
Leonard’s impact goes beyond project metrics. He delivers results that drive growth, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure customer trust. His strategic, results-oriented approach has consistently helped companies meet or exceed their business objectives while building a healthy, sustainable workforce. He is adept at designing scalable operations and implementing Lean principles to support steady, profitable growth. His specialties include executive management, manufacturing, operations, mission-critical facility management, and technical support, with a keen understanding of both the operational and interpersonal aspects needed for long-term success.

Helen Yuanyuan Cao is a Global executive in healthcare and life sciences, focusing on analytics and bioinformatics, cancer/infectious/ neurodegenerative diseases, building and leading high-performance teams, high-impact product launches, and expertise in digital marketing
She was named "40 under 40" by the leading German business magazine 'Wirtschaftswoche' and "Top 40 under 40 in Business" by German business magazine "Capital". She was also awarded "Manager of the Year 2013" by GenerationCEO, an initiative selecting female executives with the potential to enter the management board of major companies
Helen mentors software and digital health startups at Startupbootcamp accelerator, winner of the 2012 Female Founders Award of Unicredit in collaboration with DLD women.

Deepak Nadig is a highly experienced professional with a strong track record of success in expanding the business across Europe. With a family business background and degrees in engineering and business administration, Deepak has honed a diverse range of skills throughout his career, including building large deals, expanding business across Europe, establishing CRM Practice, DBM, cloud & e-commerce competence, pioneering end-to-end projects, managing large strategic accounts, and leading SAP delivery with teams of 400 people.
Today, as the head of markets for Europe at Bosch, Deepak has built a highly competent and passionate team, established profitable partnerships and alliances, and grown the business multi-fold year on year. His unique value proposition for Bosch is his ability to leverage the company's engineering legacy, sensor manufacturing capability, and expertise in AI to create differentiated value for customers. His goal is to continue driving growth & expansion across the EU, establish a sustainable business model, and trusted brand in the Technology sector.
Deepak firmly believes in creating an agile organization that can operate like a startup within a larger, more established company. This approach allows for increased speed, flexibility, and innovation, all while leveraging the best practices of a mature organization.
With a strong track record in stakeholder management, cultural differences, and leading large teams and strategic programs across geographies, Deepak is passionate about driving innovation and growth. He firmly believes in offering unique solutions that add value to customer businesses, and his results speak for themselves.

Chris Pupia is the CCO of Nuiva.

As a seasoned Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Chief Consultant with over 20 years of experience, Chris has dedicated his career to driving revenue growth, enhancing market share, and delivering exceptional commercial strategies. His journey in executive leadership is marked by a relentless focus on innovation, strategic planning, and building high-performing teams that consistently exceed business goals.
Throughout his career, Chris has held pivotal roles such as CCO, Sr. Vice President of Global Sales, and Director of Sales at leading organizations, driving significant growth and profitability. His experience spans diverse industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and consumer goods, where he has consistently delivered results that exceed expectations.

Chuck Reynolds is a Managing Director & Partner at L.E.K. Consulting, where he leads the firm’s digital strategy practice. He helps clients across diverse industries — including consumer, industrials, retail, distribution, technology, and life sciences — leverage digital technologies to meet their strategic objectives. Chuck is passionate about driving growth and profitability through customer engagement, digital commerce, and AI/ML applications. His leadership philosophy centers on empowering teams to think creatively and strategically, fostering a culture of innovation and transformation. Under his guidance, L.E.K. has expanded its digital capabilities, delivering impactful solutions that unlock new opportunities for clients.
Before joining L.E.K., Chuck spent over fourteen years at Deloitte Digital, where he led teams in helping Fortune 500 brands enhance their digital strategies and drive profitable growth. He specialized in developing omni-channel experiences, customer engagement strategies, and digital transformation initiatives. During his tenure, he successfully launched new digital experiences for multiple brands and retailers, including expanding the loyalty program for a national multi-brand retailer, increasing total spend and customer lifetime value. Chuck also played a key role in expanding Deloitte Digital's analyst recognition, setting the strategy for the consumer sector AI-enabled solutions and leading the national rollout of Deloitte’s standardized software development lifecycle, reducing project costs and improving the success rate of large-scale technology implementations.
Chuck is an advocate for STEM education and increasing the digital fluency of all. He is passionate about making technology accessible and empowering the next generation of digital leaders. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring the outdoors, advocating for and attending the theatre, and spending time with his family.