Dr. Ram provides expert strategic vision and leadership with an international Ph. D in management and decision sciences, specializing in information systems management, and an international MBA from Purdue University - Krannert School of Management, with executive experience in optimizing business processes, and developing and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders while steering innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility measures. With proficient simulation experience for testing strategic management models, Dr. Ram developed the RRSA management framework for increasing adaptive-capacity via the mechanisms of resilience, robustness, and sustainability. As a published author, with financial experience in the banking sector, proven entrepreneurial success, intellectual property management experience, excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, and a value-lead transformational approach to leadership, Dr. Ram is able to contribute expert credibility and diversity to advisory boards and organizations.