Anil Thakur

About Anil Thakur

Transformational Technology Executive | AI Innovation LeaderI drive digital transformation at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and strategic business growth. With 25+ years of enterprise leadership, I combine startup agility with proven scale-up expertise to accelerate organizations through AI-driven innovation and cloud-first strategies.My passion lies in translating complex technology into competitive advantage—whether architecting SaaS solutions, implementing AI workflows, or leading cloud migrations that deliver measurable ROI. I excel at fostering out-of-the-box thinking while maintaining the operational discipline needed to execute at scale.Currently, I guide high-growth companies as a trusted technology advisor and serve on advisory boards, helping shape the next generation of tech-enabled business models. My experience spans the full technology lifecycle: from early-stage innovation to enterprise-scale deployment.Industry Expertise: Life Sciences & Biotech Tools • Enterprise Software & IT Services • Neurotech & Consumer Technology • Private Equity & Strategic Advisory • Healthcare & Insurance • Travel & Consumer Services EdTechCore Competencies: AI/ML Implementation • Cloud Architecture • SaaS Strategy • Digital Transformation • Technology Advisory • Executive Leadership • EdTech

Experience

1. CEO and Founder

   New Edge Technology Consultants,llc

   Jul 2013 — Present · Fremont, CA, US

   Advising companies on bridging the gap between business and technology to drive aggressive growth, while expanding technology footprints through the strategic integration of Generative AI solutions, including Microsoft Copilot, Gemini AI, and AWS AI ServicesServices : AI-driven digital transformation / Technology Strategy Advisory / Fractional CTO services/ Leadership CoachingStrategic Advisor - Technology * OmniSpeech :Strategic Advisor (Fractional CIO/CPO)* Turnkey Strategic Solutions: CTO * Biosero * eMolecules * VoxEdu * LawLogix * Entertainment Partners * Experience Engine * CSAA * Silver Lake Partners ( technology evaluations)Strategy Advisory Consultancy * Exaqode Accion LabsGartner Research Circle

Education

• B. M. S. College of Engineering

  BE

  1982 — 1987

Skills

• Team Leadership
• Software Development
• Scrum
• Integration
• Business Intelligence
• Leadership
• Software Project Management
• Crm
• Strategic Partnerships
• Agile Methodologies
• Management
• Team Building
• Program Management
• Strategy
• People Management
• Pre-Sales
• Enterprise Software
• Enterprise Architecture
• Sdlc
• Solution Architecture
• IT Strategy
• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Strategic Planning
• Agile Project Management
• Product Management
• Customer Support
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Strategic Programs
• Professional Services
• Saas
• Start-Ups
• Executive Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Software as a Service (Saas)
• Cloud Computing
• Telecommunications
• Product Development