Experience

CelerateX

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Strategic Advisor and Board Member

  • 2021 - Present

  Strategic investments in high growth, high impact, globally scalable businesses (Mobility Tech, Clean Energy, Digital/Software, and Sustainability) Provides strategic advisory/direction on Mobility Tech (Connected Car, ADAS, AV, Robotaxis, EV/Charging, Battery storage, Gigafactory), Energy transition, and Digital/Software. Including target companies', pipeline, growth playbook, Software tech/products, emerging tech, ecosystem vision, deal flow & diligence. Strategic investments in high growth, high impact, globally scalable businesses (Mobility Tech, Clean Energy, Digital/Software, and Sustainability) Provides strategic advisory/direction on Mobility Tech (Connected Car, ADAS, AV, Robotaxis, EV/Charging, Battery storage, Gigafactory), Energy transition, and Digital/Software. Including target companies', pipeline, growth playbook, Software tech/products, emerging tech, ecosystem vision, deal flow & diligence.



The AES Corporation

• United States
• Utilities
• 700 & Above Employee

• EVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer

  • 2018 - 2021

  Responsible for enterprise Digital vision, strategies, development and delivery. Developed digital vision, strategy, and roadmaps to drive customer and digital centric future. Transforming into digital energy and digital Utility future. Delivering significant business value by 2022 ($600M) and long term strategic value by 2030 ($3B). The strategy includes connected enterprise (Plants, customer, Ops/Supply chain, Predictive maintenance, Ops Optimization and customer), customer experience innovation and new growth through digital products launch & services, data/AI enabled transformation, business model innovations, and launch of digital /software business (Uplight). Emerging tech/innovations (AI, IoT, VR/AR, Robotics, Digital Twins) Built strong Software Engineering/Data Science/Product Management and the enterprise Tech team. Optimized Digital / IT function, and initiated digital-first/data mindset cultural transformation. Created Strategic alliance with Google and Uplight (digital grid, cloud, Cx innovation, home ecosystem, AI co-innovation). Member of Executive Leadership Team. Show less



Uplight

• United States
• Software Development
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Director Board Of Directors

  • Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

  Provided strategic direction in Software/AI innovation & technology, Platform play, eMobility, mergers & acquisitions, investments, growth, debt & equity capital markets, audit, enterprise risk and governance. Provided strategic direction in Software/AI innovation & technology, Platform play, eMobility, mergers & acquisitions, investments, growth, debt & equity capital markets, audit, enterprise risk and governance.



GE Renewable Energy

• France
• Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief Digital Officer & President, Digital Energy Solutions

  • Jan 2016 - Oct 2018

  Responsible for Digital/Software business. Developed vision and strategic plans to build "Connected equipment/plants and Fleet management " (IoT/AI) Software products for Renewable Energy industry (monitoring, predictive maintenance, Ops optimization). Launched software products and delivered differentiated customer outcomes. Built strong Software Engineering/Data Science/Product Management / commercial team. Created a culture of innovation, digital-first mindset, and customer centricity. Managed end-to-end responsibility for new business (software/AI products, P&L). Developed three-year strategic vision and product roadmaps, including AI/digital Twin models, and actions integrated with FSM (ServiceMax), delivering customer outcomes, Cx innovation, business innovation, and commercial targets. Venture investments in Digital Electricity Value Chain startups (DERMS, EV Charging, Battery storage, mobility tech, etc). Emerging tech/innovations (AI, IoT, VR/AR, Robotics, Digital Twins) • Delivered commercial strategy generating $200M + revenue • Delivered customer outcomes, including ~20% reduction in un-planned maintenance, 10-15% productivity improvement, and 3% to 5% revenue increase. . Created industry ' Digital energy ecosystem' with startups for adjacent/exponential innovation models Show less



Energize Ventures

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board Member

  • Jan 2017 - Sep 2018

  Provided strategic direction on investment strategy, innovation & technology, disruptive technologies, startup ecosystem, new business model innovations, and risk management. Strategic investment themes include : Energy Transition, Mobility, Digital Industrial Provided strategic direction on investment strategy, innovation & technology, disruptive technologies, startup ecosystem, new business model innovations, and risk management. Strategic investment themes include : Energy Transition, Mobility, Digital Industrial



Caterpillar Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief Digital Officer

  • 2013 - 2016

  Responsible for Customer/Market facing Digital, and developed digital vision, strategy and roadmaps, including Global Dealers/distribution model. Developed three-year digital vision, strategic roadmaps and successfully executed roadmaps 1. customer experience innovation, Digital Marketing, CRM, eCommerce [parts]. 2. connected - equipment, trucks, and fleet management [IoT/AI Software products] and connected services, 3. AI/analytics transformation. 4. Created Industry digital ecosystem and explored new business platforms. 5. Established startup Venture investments in (Uptake, Yard Club, Modustri). Initiated P2P sharing and exponential innovation concept (CatX – industry marketplace, new revenues) - New Software Business platforms. 6. Initiated common 'Dealer Management System' IT/Digital transformation. Built strong Software Engineering/Data Science/Products and IT team. Delivered business growth, productivity, and business model innovations. Oversaw digital vision, strategy, and execution (sales, digital marketing, services, customer experience, connected assets [IoT], innovation). Delivered lead gen sales of more than $3B, eCommerce parts sales of $2B, and IoT connected solutions/services/fleet management of $200M. Show less



Ingersoll Rand

• United States
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief Information Officer/CTO - Climate Control Tech - Digital Transformations & Big Data Analytics

  • 2008 - 2013

  Developed digital vision, strategic plans to drive business transformation. Oversaw digital business strategy/management and business innovation. Key platforms included customer engagement, digital marketing, eCommerce, warranty, services/parts, connected equipment (monitoring, predictive maintenance) , CRM/ERP, and Big Data analytics. o Delivered insights and actionable intelligence; improved forecast, quality, global ops, and customer satisfaction; reduced backlog/cycle times; and increased revenue growth/price realization ($30M) and savings ($20M). o Improved CSI by 15%, margins by 10%, cash flow (100% of profit), and growth by 5%. o Implemented breakthrough Intelligent Services globally (telematics/connected vehicles and equipment/cold chain), resulting in revenue growth/innovation of $100M and savings of $10M. Show less



General Motors

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief Information Officer/CTO (NA PT), GM Products /Connected Vehicles

  • 1994 - 2008

  Developed five-year technology strategy and execution. Spearheaded global Technology strategy, and execution of Product Development (PLM/CAD/CAE)/connected vehicle (OnStar)/Mfg /Supply Chain/digital marketing technology roadmaps, delivering significant business transformation and value ($500M). Led team to develop global digital collaboration platforms (first in the industry), design, and implementation to 40,000 users. Enabled global GM product development team to collaborate in real time on products and processes to execute vehicle programs, virtually linking GM team with suppliers and JVs. Generated savings of $40M per year, enabled first-time capable designs, and reduced GM vehicle development time to 18 months. Led IT/business process transformation and built tech team globally (strategic tech platforms, simplification of apps footprint, Outsourcing, Big tech strategic partnerships, EA) Show less



Ford Motor Company

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• PM / Product Development

  • 1992 - 1994

  Product Development, Virtual Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. Product Development, Virtual Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.