If you are perplexed with my name: “Rumi” - the great ancient poet, - but, “Contractor”? -- “Is that your last name?” Yes, it IS my last name, even though I am NOT a contractor.Just like my name, we all have different, even contrasting sides. To harmonize all forces within oneself, within a leader, and inside an organization, is like making poetry (“Rumi”) out of practicality (“Contractor”).I have enjoyed doing exactly this in the business world, either by delivering digital transformation for world’s largest banks, in various projects ranging from $5 MM to $500 MM resulting in smooth, secure, and delightful customer experiences, or in transforming culture and workforce, to empower leaders and people in writing their own “poetry” to achieve their organizational goals.In different roles, across 5 continents in 8 countries, I have built teams, managed challenges in leadership, process engineering, workforce deployment, tech implementation, with cross functional, multi-discipline skill sets, mindsets, and insights for large public and private companies over three decades. I am both a transformational force for organizations, and an entrepreneur at heart.At this stage on my journey, I am - an innovative advisor, business mentor, and organizational strategist for growth companies of all sizes:For funded startups with ~$10 MM ARR: Solving growing pains in areas such as SaaS, AI, open source technology, cloud based IT, fintech, and more.For mid-sized companies of ~$100 MM - $500 MM ARR: Solving problems related to competitive analysis, customer journeys, customer retention, system integration, cost management, successful company exit strategies, organic growth, M&A, … to grow to their full potential.For large corporations with annual revenue above $500MM ARR: either as a fiduciary board member or an advisory board member, for public or private boards, I contribute decades of high level leadership to guide corporate vision, people and corporate policies and strategies in risk management, corporate compliance, business planning, market penetration, customer acquisition, meeting quarterly & yearly goals, etc.I am comfortable working in the boardroom as well as in the engine room. I have a passion for creating order out of disorder, and most importantly, for building a PEOPLE oriented culture where people become the most important differentiator for the company. I value transparency, respect, trust, humility, curiosity, and I always walk-the-talk.