Dr. Rizwan Amin Sheikh Email & Phone Number

Dr. Rizwan A. Sheikh is a dynamic professional and visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in IT, business and AI strategy, Generative AI, business and digital transformations, management consulting with Deloitte, project management, executive education, and academia at prestigious institutions, including Harvard and MIT. His expertise extends to global cloud-based ERP implementations on leading platforms such as Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft, alongside software development, program and portfolio management, and cutting-edge technologies, including AI and data science. He is adept in both waterfall and agile methodologies.Dr. Sheikh advises C-suite executives on emerging technologies, focusing on AI and Generative AI strategies. He recently published a notable article titled "Managing Projects Successfully through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT," further establishing him as a thought leader in the Generative AI domain.Recognized for his exceptional contributions, Dr. Sheikh has received the "Microsoft Award for Innovative Vision and Dynamic Leadership." His impactful work in the public sector (WSDOT and USPS) and Fortune 500 companies, including industry leaders like PepsiCo, AT&T, Progressive Insurance, Eaton, and STERIS (healthcare), has led to:Cost Savings: Delivered cost savings of over $200 million for clients through successful business and AI strategy, Generative AI, cloud-based ERP implementations, and digital transformation initiatives.Revenue Growth: Catalyzed revenue growth, achieving average increases of 25% year-over-year for clients by implementing optimized business and AI strategies.Operational Efficiency: Improved operational efficiencies, resulting in a 20% reduction in project timelines and a 35% increase in resource utilization across various organizations.Having held influential leadership roles, including Chairman of the IT Board, CEO, and Senior Executive at Deloitte Consulting, Dr. Sheikh has also served as a Professor of Practice and Affiliate Faculty at esteemed institutions like Harvard, MIT, RMIT, LUMS, and Cambridge, where he imparts knowledge in strategy, AI, leadership, and project management.Moreover, he is the author of "Blue Shark Team-Building: Leading High-Performance Teams during a Crisis," a seminal work offering invaluable insights into navigating crises such as COVID-19.Dr. Sheikh holds a Ph.D. in Strategy, Project, and Program Management, an MBA, and a B.Sc. in Information Systems. He is also certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified Scrum Master (CSM).