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San Jose, California, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

Lead the global go to market AI specialist team that works with executives and line of business leaders to adopt and scale AI services (Language, Computer Vision, Personalization, EdgeML) across business processes, teams, partners, and verticals (financial services, healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, life sciences, media & entertainment, etc.). Lead global strategy, operational execution, and team to achieve revenue and pipeline goals for AI+GenAi use cases. Team sets and manages revenue targets for the global businesses in incubation, growth and scale.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Led the global launch and scale of Computer Vision applications in the cloud and at the edge for anomaly detection and localization (semantic segmentation) for manufacturing and operations applications | Developed go-to-market strategy for machine learning based computer vision services in the cloud and on the edge

Dublin 2, Ie

* Defined and drove the strategy and growth of NA Industry X.0 through acquisitions and partnerships; digital manufacturing and operations acquisition exceeded 3YR business plan goals* Led multi-practice collaboration to define Vision/AI digital solutions for managing operations, product design, new product introduction, supply chain, warranty, and product quality* Led Growth & Strategy and M&A for Accenture Digital Industry X.0: Smart Connected Products/Services, Engineering / R&D, and Digital Manufacturing & Operations* Completed Accenture Business Sponsor Immersion program

Managed profit and loss (P&L) of industrial machine vision platform with real-time production analytics and connected asset monitoring. Drove business strategy, marketing, product development, software and hardware engineering, new product introduction (NPI), business development, partnerships, and customer support and training. Led team through post-acquisition integration and defined inorganic growth (M&A) roadmap.Product Development, Analytics Product Group: Developed advanced vision system solutions (algorithms, sensor, software, hardware, services, portable design) with metrology, inspection, and video analytics for continuous, converting, and discrete manufacturers serving Automotive and CG&S customers. New applications: Edge Defect Detection, Roll Diameter Measurement, Remote Product Monitoring.Aftermarket Kaizen: Developed and launched company's first cloud based solution - remote product monitoring of networked Machine Vision systems leveraging Azure. Presented solution and results at Global Aftermarket Kaizen meeting held by COO.Leadership Programs: Women's Leadership Network; AMETEK UNIVERSITY; Center for Creative Leadership program

Natick, Ma, Us

Directed technology marketing strategy, business model and pricing, product management, software development, R&D, UX/UI design, systems quality assurance, customer support, product marketing, training, product release, and business development. Built cross-functional team for new product development; established product quality and compliance testing; and implemented Agile software development methods and new product introduction (NPI) process and metrics.Developed strategic plan, product roadmap, and services programs for new purpose-built product line targeting $700M converting market. • Grew new product brand sales in adjacent market by 10X YOY with 60%> gross margin• Increased contribution margin by more than 2000 basis points• Developed business model and pricing for application specific offerings (e.g., slit inspection)• Managed external partnerships for channel and complementary technologies• Implemented new channel, recruited 3 sales representatives in the USA, Mexico, and Canada• Personally secured 4 flagship accounts and sold the first two systems• Customer Testimonial https://vimeopro.com/ripplemakers/promo-video-testimonials/video/118529810 Positioned Surface Inspection Systems Division (SISD) for sale from Cognex to AMETEK for $160M ($60M annual revenue); pulled through highest value growth initiatives critical for AMETEK to realize full potential of the business.Strategic marketing consultant 2011 to 2013. Joined Cognex 2013.

San Jose, Us

Grew StorWatts from an idea to a company with working prototypes, interested Telecom and Utility customers and partners, and a strong technical team and Advisory Board from Stanford University, Santa Clara University, and Procter & Gamble:• Secured letters of interest from 5 multi-national corporations with 500M> mobile subscribers• Funded two generations of prototypes and proof of concept• Patent: Compressed Air Energy Storage, U.S. Patent Number 9,243,558 • Published ASME paper and presentations in fluid dynamics• Clean Tech Open Semifinalist 2010Featured Entrepreneur Speaker:• Stanford DFJ Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders forum - Invited to speak as an innovator from the business, finance, technology, and philanthropy sectors to share insights with aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn real world knowledge from prominent leaders and entrepreneurs.• SingTel Go Green Forum: Green Energy and Solutions for Sustainable Growth• Cleantech Open Nataionl West Academy 2011• SOCAP/Acumen Fund Social Enterprise from Scratch• Telecom Council in Silicon Valley• Equita, Female Entrepreneur Panel on Launch Event

San Jose, Ca, Us

Raised $300,000 in grant funding and secured three school contracts for in-school hands-on science instruction worth over $80,000.Developed the business plan to scale the out of school (OST) hands-on science program to reach 1 Million students.Participated in Women in STEM Round Table at History San Jose.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Created and executed marketing strategy to increase sales of digital signatures 10X by year 2010: • Implemented brand strategy (CoSign® Portable Signature Format™) and Public Relations program• Introduced usage-based pricing model for digital signatures• Achieved highest quarterly sales to date

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Defined and implemented the company's first Corporate Breakthrough Innovation including product strategy, marketing, new product development, strategic partnerships, and business development. Led new product development and commercialization of an advanced vacuum interrupter with integrated condition monitoring sensing and communication for power distribution switching components:• $100M new market potential in the Smart Grid sector; sales exceeded 3YR plan by 2X• Secured a $1M Innovation Corporate Breakthrough grant from Danaher Corporation• More than 300 units were sold within the first 6-months; exceeding plan by 2X.Thomas and Betts [NYSE:TNB] acquired Jennings Technology in 2007. Led Jennings Technology team through post-acquisition integration.

Business analyst and consultant for CXO, Vice President, and General Manager. Conducted business analysis and competitive research; defined product and go-to-market strategy; developed business model and innovation investment strategy for Fortune 1000 firms and start-ups.Hewlett-Packard Company: Emerging Market SolutionsDeveloped and executed the marketing plan for HP's first information communications and technology (ICT) solution for rural/off-grid schools in Emerging Markets. The HP 441 desktop solution was developed as a response to market demand for low-cost computing capabilities. LaunchedGordon and Betty Moore Foundation: Eco-Intelligence Investment StrategyIn top-10 foundations by assets. Defined program and investment strategy for $100M Initiative to fund sensor technologies that improved data collection, aggregation, and analysis of biodiversity conservation programs. Over $28M granted to the most promising scientists and technologists across three continents. Just Resolve, LLC: Patent-pending dispute resolution methodologyConducted market analysis and customer research. Developed positioning, branding, go-to-market strategy, pricing model, and communications plan for patented ADR solution.

Natural Language processing (AI/NLP) response software company focused on enabling CRM/Help Desk solutions. Developed and presented the business plan to reposition software for CRM/customer self-service applications. Board of Directors approved the plan and resources were re-aligned with plan. Led market research, competitive positioning, OEM development, and go-to-market strategy.YY Technologies - Acquired by Edify Corporation - Acquired by S1 Corporation

Launched next generation online education portal. Initiated national market research to improve content, tools, and UI design.

Houston, Texas, Us

Defined business case and launched new $100M/yr Global Integration and Installation Operations business unit; part of the Hardware Services and Support Division. Led market analysis, competitive research, and services strategy; introduced complex computer system deployment services.• Launched a Data Center logistics service with 22% growth in the first year • Developed business case for a new online customer support program. Project was funded • Received 2 divisional awards by General Manager for successful launch of a new business (GIIO) and new multi-vendor installation services program

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Information Management | Customer Facing Technology | Entrepreneurship

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Business/Marketing Communications

Executive Professional Development, Data Science | Internet Of Things

Executive Education, Leadership Development