Jags is a recognized thought leader in "Digital & Tech for Business". He has 20+ years of techno-commercial international experience working for global corporations, driving technology-driven business change. He is passionate about entrepreneurial environments and data-driven solutions making this world more resilient.Strategic Business Development is at the core of everything Jags does: For 15+ years, he drove engagement-driven technology sales to Fortune 500 customers such as Glencore International, Mitsubishi, Mobiliar, Nestle, Old Mutual, Swiss Life, Toronto Union, UBS. Over the past 8 years, he spearheaded development of innovation-driven new propositions at Swiss Re through application of tech/data, product novelty, and strategic partnerships. Through his deep understanding of technology, business acumen and consultative sales, Jags is well equipped to meet diverse market demands in the digital era. Whether converting traditional enterprises into digital leaders OR strategically developing businesses for technology scale-ups/tech providers, Jags would be an asset in realizing business value. Jags regularly speaks at conferences on topics of Blockchain, Data & People in Digital Transformation, Data Security, FinTech, and Confidential Computing. Jags is raised in India, lived in Japan & in the United States, and permanent Swiss resident since 2001.Career highlights:• 15+ years of client-facing sales experience with revenues upwards $12m• Launched data-driven marketplace offering with sustainable revenues of over $10m• Fast tracked insurance claims processing to reduce claims pay-period from 128 to 60 days• Co-founded Blockchain insurance industry consortium and grew its member base from 5 to 38 global re/insurance companies within a year• Launched Start-up accelerator program connecting offerings with insurance business needs• Sold licenses of a software product to increase user base to 800,000 worldwide• Established Insurance Practice within the IT services portfolio• Verticals: CxO level personal live contacts in Financial Services, Re/insurance (globally) and Supply Chain (Energy, Manufacturing, Agri-business, Retail), Tech firms, and Start-ups• 4+ years of own start-up experience – in the technology and consulting space• Managed team of up to 35 colleagues with diverse cultural backgrounds