About me

I am an Experienced Technical Product, Innovation & Operations Leader with 20+ years in AI/ML, software, and hardware in both startups & large firms.

Proven ability to lead AI initiatives, manage complex processes, communicate, and drive technological adoption.
Seeking opportunities to inspire great teams develop innovative and transformative products in a collaborative style.

Professional History
Education

An investment in knowledge pays the best interest

-- Benjamin Franklin

I began my career as an engineer, mastering complex technical challenges. This sparked my passion for product innovation. Pursuing an MBA at MIT Sloan transformed my practical experience into strategic insights, revolutionizing my approach to problem-solving and product development.

Master Of
Business Administration

2020
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters Of
Electrical Engineering

2001
McGill University

Bachelors Of
Computer Engineering

1999
McGill University
Qualifications

Years of experience

8+
AI Leadership -Transformation, Process and Product.
10+
Operations & Corporate Strategy
15+
Technical Product & Project Management, Process, and Strategy
Experience

Proofs of my qualifications

Product Management, Strategy & Development Consultant - Independent

2023 ─ Present

Independent consultant providing comprehensive product management, strategic planning, and development services across various industries. Responsibilities include conducting market research, developing product roadmaps and financial pro formas, and offering technical expertise in Python programming, data engineering, and web development. Contributions have enabled clients to secure funding, reallocate significant budgets to position for growth, increase revenues through strategic pricing models, and enhance operational efficiency through AI transformation roadmaps. Also serves as an advisor to tech entrepreneurs, supporting them in scaling their businesses.

Head of Product | COO | CFO | Board Member - Claira Technologies, Inc.

2021 ─ 2023

Defined and led the product vision, roadmap, and agile development of Claira, an AI HR Assistant. Developed Artificial Intelligence (AI/ML) Roadmap to maximize adoption of fast-moving AI technology, and proprietary Generative AI/ML, with a focus on Ethics & Compliance/Regulation. Formulated internal AI Process Roadmap to increase productivity 5-10x across the org.

Director of R&D and Product Management - Synopsys, Inc.

2014 ─ 2021

Led Product & Development for Synopsys Interface IP – software, firmware, AI/ML, design, & verification for industry-leading GPU, CPU, automotive, IoT, and consumer products. Lead organization in the adoption of AI/ML to accelerate internal processes, including early fault detection, automated ISO compliance, and Customer Excellence response rate. Developed business cases to advance product and AI initiatives, using financial metrics and ROI.

Product Manager -Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

2013 ─ 2014

Defined and executed product strategy to turn around a troubled project team while supporting division’s merger with Synopsys.

Senior Silicon Design - Netronome, Inc.

2012 ─ 2013

Owned architecture, Design and Implementation of hardware accelerators and interfaces. Owned Vendor IP Specification, Delivery, and Integration.

Senior Project Manager - Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

2009 ─ 2012

Project lead for the Memory Interface; including planning, scheduling, and team mgmt.

Lead Engineer - Analog Devices, Inc.

2002 ─ 2009

Led architecture, design, synthesis, and verification of various SoC Controllers & IoT devices.

Personal Activities

Giving to others while finding fulfillment

Donating my time and energy directly to the community, and enabling the technology of tomorrow through entrepreneurial spirit.

South Shore Habitat for Humanity

Poverty Alleviation

Board Member | Public-Relations / Outreach Committee Chair