Welcome to Artificial by Design (ABD), where we do not merely perceive Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a technological leap; we envision it as a revolutionary force reshaping the landscape of possibilities for enterprises. Our mission is clear: at ABD, we aim to unleash the full potential of AI, propelling innovation, enhancing efficiency, and delivering unparalleled value through bespoke cloud capabilities. What sets us apart is our commitment to crafting more than just a cloud – we're building the inaugural platform meticulously designed from the ground up to securely scale AI, mitigating risks and ensuring peace of mind for enterprises.In our view, AI transcends being a mere tool; it represents a strategic imperative that empowers enterprises to navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape. Embracing AI not only propels an enterprise to the forefront of technological evolution but also equips it to anticipate and adapt to dynamic market conditions, maintaining a competitive edge. In this era of evolving business dynamics, the cloud must evolve in sync with this foundational shift.Recognizing the pressing need for this evolution, ABD stands at the forefront, reshaping the cloud by seamlessly integrating AI, Cloud, and Zero Trust Data technologies. To tackle this challenge head-on, we proudly introduce OpenGateway, the world's most secure cloud infrastructure.How do we achieve this? By leveraging an innovative model fortified with advanced security capabilities originally designed for the defense industry. At ABD, we're not merely keeping pace; we're setting the standard for the future of AI-integrated cloud solutions. Join us on this transformative journey as we redefine the possibilities of enterprise innovation and security with OpenGateway.

At Unify Consulting, their model breaks the mold with a bespoke approach to every client's unique challenge. Unify consultants dare to uncover what matters, empower breakthroughs, and deliver with purpose. They shapeshift to each client's context, bringing human-centered perspectives designed to multiply results. They committed to a sustainable, inclusive future. As a General Manager (CIO), I was responsible for driving the conceptualization and GTM of advanced technology solutions (Cloud and Security businesses), innovation, and thought leadership, while in parallel empowering Unify’s most valuable Fortune 100 customers to successfully execute mission-critical "digital first" transformations. I was also responsible for the overall growth of the business, media, security, cloud, and AI strategies. My primary areas of focus were: 1. Leading AI, Cloud, Data Centers, and Security. 2. Ensuring that our most valuable customers received results that far exceed their business outcomes and expectations.3. That our team of all-star consultants were strategically and technically aligned to support the most advanced initiatives.

Alex was a Global CTO/CAIO responsible for driving technology decisions, innovation, and thought leadership within the Global Transformation Office while in parallel empowering Dell Technologies' most valuable customers to successfully execute mission-critical transformation strategies.Focused on the most complex technology (estate one to estate two) transformations (including Digital, Security, EDGE, IT, Workforce, Applications, and Multi-Cloud). To maximize the positive impact on OPEX, streamlined the full portfolio of Dell Technologies' digital, cognitive, and automation products/services to help customers realize the economic, business, and agility benefits of "digital-first" transformations. On the innovation/lab side – worked on syndicating intelligent automation, artificial intelligence, and cognitive technologies by strategically interconnecting and pragmatically applying the complex capabilities of Data Science, Analytics, EDGE, 5G, AR/VR, and IoT. The end goal – simplified technology adoption, reduced complexity, lower operating costs, and increased efficiency. On the collaboration side - as part of the effort to be the innovation leader in the enterprise space, spearheaded the incubation and advancement of the emerging technologies ISV alliance ecosystem.Specialized in tech transformations at critical milestones (ex. M&A and restructuring) for healthcare, biotech, retail, automotive, technology, and energy sectors.Pioneered leading-edge initiatives in Healthcare: Drug Research, Digital Trials, Medical Imaging, Early Disease Detection, Population Health Management, and Remote Telehealth.Transformed energy management and consumption across California through multiple strategic transformations (Analytics, Data Management, Data Center, and EDGE).Evolved retail store experience and metaverse apparel design capabilities for the retail sector. Developed an effective retail tech operating/innovation model.Focusing on pre/post-M&A.

Digital Transformation and Innovation Executive (CAIO) focused on digital transformation in the enterprise space.As part of the global transformation office, represented the Dell Technologies portfolio and served as a trusted advisor and thought leader to key clients and sales leadership on transformational opportunities and pursuits. Specializing in intelligent automation, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation. As well as, Data Science, Analytics, 5G, AR/VR, and IoT.

Practice Partner responsible for the newly established AI and Innovation Advisory Practice at Wipro Digital.First part of the role includes incubation of the overall innovation strategy, vision, mapping of advanced tech, and ownership of P&L. Second part of the role includes ownership of strategic investments, technology lab, tool benchmarking, and ecosystem partnerships.

In this mission critical role, I was responsible for leading the overall vision, growth, and operations for Wipro's AI and Innovation advisory practice, strategic investments, and ecosystem partnerships. Practice core competencies: - Conversational Intelligence- VR/AR- AI Driven Security - Accelerated (Business) Workflows - Blockchain- IoT

The world is changing with the advent of AI. So is the way we interact with it, teach it, and learn from it. The core technologies of this startup aimed to address the human/AI interaction process. This technology has now become the foundation for LLMs. Exited September 2017.

Venture Leadership focused on identifying and defining completely new and innovative methods for executing traditional business processes and services; re-imagining outcomes by applying process optimization, design thinking, intelligent automation, and related advanced technologies (ML/AI) to traditional business approaches and practices.In this mission critical role, I have been tasked to develop the Automation Venture's Advisory Practice for Cognizant’s (Emerging Business) Accelerator. My top responsibilities include: automation go to market strategy, building/leading winning teams, organizational enablement trough automation (while meeting aggressive revenue targets), and communications (across the company’s service lines, analysts, market conferences). I work closely with internal automation teams and stakeholders, leading external providers of automation, AI, and other emerging cognitive technologies to pilot/support/drive mission critical initiatives (internal/external) and develop/manage the Automation Venture Advisory practice. Expertise: practice development/management, automation-enabled go to market strategy, playbook/offerings/roadmap/operating model design, enablement of new initiatives, strategic use of automation solutions/technology, CoE design, PoCs, resource/vendor/partnership management, thought leadership, and communication across the enterprise and external channels. Automation Venture: Other initiatives of the automation venture include a concepts lab which architects innovations in advanced automation and intelligent technologies, market intelligence activities and developing automation-enabled consulting offerings, playbooks, and other resources to support the company's client partners and market leaders. Cognizant Accelerator (formerly EBA): Identifies, nurtures, and grows promising concepts/ventures, technologies, and business models within the company and seeks to leverage them across the full organization.

Management consulting (high tech) executive focused on providing technology-enabled strategy to software, online, and high tech clients in areas such as program/product management, PMO, go-to-market strategy, customer experience, pricing, operating model design, strategic use of technology, internet of things, and organizational change management. I have an insatiable passion for solving clients' toughest problems and delivering the insights in a compelling way that entices the client to take action. My primary motivation is to drive thought leadership and value proposition to fortune 500 clients. Areas or expertise: Operations/PMO strategy (playbook development), quality, big data, business transformation, digital/physical asset management (eDiscovery), virtualization (NFV/SDN), e-commerce, business intelligence, software licensing/entitlements/SAM. Specialties: Project/program/product/account management, resource management/growth, incentive program operations, partner sales strategy/transformation, customer segmentation and analytics, detailed business process design, resource staffing, contract/vendor/relationship management, driving profitable engagements.

Executive esponsible for driving overall strategy, approach, execution, delivery, operations, resource management, planning, reporting, budget, forecasting processes across 5 projects and client engagements. Acted in the following capacities: Operations Manager, Finance/Resource Manager, Project/Program Manager, CM, and PMO.Successfully managed/delivered transformational global programs/projects including: entitlement platform (HP Software), Sales/Retail/Rebate/Supply Chain/Reporting Systems (Cisco). Projects detailed in appendix below.Delivered global solutions comprising of Entitlement Management Systems (EMS), Salesforce Support Delivery, Portals, Change Management Tools, Oracle business Order Management/Renewals/Supply Chain, and Web Portals.Managed cross functional teams comprising of business, finance, IT, PMs, Dev /Ops Teams, Support, Data Conversion, BAs, QA and Vendors in Waterfall and Agile environments; across multiple vendors globally.Provided risk management and mitigation strategies for high risk, visibility, and sensitivity programs/projects.Attained highest levels of customer and client satisfaction by demonstrating a measurable added value in a form of process improvements and by implementing best industry/Accenture practices.

Responsible for data centers and data center assets (servers, networking, cooling, cabling, etc.)

Responsible for networking, ERP, re-marketing, and channel partner programs.

Project Manager and change management consultant on a merger between State Street Bank and Intesa Sanpaolo Group (ISP). Responsible for the integration of reconciliations, custody, legal, and IT/operations units into the State Street platform across two phases. Challenge: - Plan, manage and allocate resources, shape priorities, coordinate interactions with customers and stakeholders, oversee the change control process, and keep the project teams focused. Action: - Created and maintained the project plan, BSDs, FSDs, CMRs, operation plans, and tranche plans across two phases while utilizing the agile project management style. - Chaired daily meetings with core business teams/PMO in Italy/Luxemburg, home strategic operations units in Quincy/Boston, and coordinated outsourcing joint venture efforts in India. - Played a key role in migrating the ISP portfolio of clients and assets on to the books of State Street. - Worked closely with the legal teams of both firms to structure custodian/operator agreements, rights of sale process, beneficial holder agreement, structuring the proxy process, credit/funding packages, and collateralization/lien on assets documentation. - Chaired meetings, taken minutes, and produced agendas. - Worked closely with operations units to determine and implement quality process standards and efficiencies. - Championed best practice change management techniques. Insured continuous improvement of process to mitigate risk. Result:- Successfully integrated the first phase (migrations of 417 funds/accounts across 15 custodians for 4 clients) and second phase (migration of 2000 + funds/accounts to 217 clients) and the associated legal documentation of the asset migration to State Street books. - Established a clear line of communication between the ISP in Italy, business teams in Boston, and joint venture teams in India. Managed the business relationships, project progress, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

CEO/Managing Partner for cloud media/document sharing and enterprise communications platform (worldmemorybank.com/zelousy.com). Played an active role in the formulation of the company, all associated logistics and day to day operations. • Key Accomplishments: Established vital connections with VC/Angel investors and successfully secured seed, A round, and B stage capital. Delivered main product lines at 12% under budget and above stakeholder expectations. Positioned the firm as an attractive target for acquisition. Secured top talent (team of 7) to ensure continued innovation and success. Successfully exited in 2011.

Investment banker for one of the most respected brokerage firms in the industry. Consulted institutional and high net worth clients on custom investment, risk management strategies, and logistics. Expertise: Institutional Securities Trading, Investment Banking, M&A, Divestitures, Securities Portfolio Strategies, Investment Advisory, Futures Advisory, Alternative Investments, Private Equity, Hedge-funds, 401k/403b strategies/compliance.Licenses (Expired): Series 7, Series 66, Series 31, Life/Health InsuranceFinra CRD# 5453387: http://brokercheck.finra.org/Individual/Summary/5453387