Chris Hildrum

About Chris Hildrum

Enterprise transformation isn’t just about adopting new technology—it’s about aligning strategy, people, and architecture to drive lasting business value. As a seasoned technology executive with 20+ years of experience, I specialize in helping organizations modernize legacy systems, adopt hybrid cloud strategies, and unlock the agility required to thrive in the AI era.Currently, I serve as the Oracle OCI Growth Leader for the Americas at IBM. In this role, I bridge the gap between complex enterprise requirements and the power of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Leveraging my background as a former Executive Architect at Oracle, I bring an \"insider’s perspective\" to IBM’s clients—helping Fortune 200 leaders navigate the Oracle and OCI ecosystem, optimize multi-cloud environments, and accelerate GenAI adoption.My approach blends deep technical expertise (Database, Middleware, OCI) with value-based selling and business strategy. I act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives across many industries including finance, energy, retail, public sector, and manufacturing, ensuring their technology investments deliver tangible ROI.I believe in collaborative leadership and the power of strategic partnerships to transform business outcomes. Let’s connect if you are looking to leverage the combined strength of IBM Consulting and Oracle OCI to drive your digital modernization.

Experience

1. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Lead - Americas

   IBM

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Leading OCI growth strategy for IBM Consulting across the Americas, driving cloud transformation, strategic partnerships, and large-scale enterprise modernization.Key Focus AreasExecutive Advisor & Industry Strategist:Build and deepen C-suite relationships, shaping cloud strategy and translating enterprise priorities into differentiated OCI-led transformation roadmaps.Cloud Transformation Leadership:Lead the design, execution, and delivery of complex Oracle Cloud programs.Develop and communicate compelling value cases that highlight financial impact, modernization benefits, and IBM’s differentiated approach.Strategic Alliance Development:Strengthen IBM’s alliance with Oracle across GTM, solution architecture, and delivery.Position OCI effectively against AWS, Azure, and GCP, while enabling hybrid/multi-cloud strategies across client environments.Growth, P&L, and Pipeline Ownership:Drive OCI pipeline creation and new business across key industries and accounts.Ensure financial success and client satisfaction for OCI engagements from vision through delivery.

Education

• University of Minnesota

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Resource Measurements and Information Systems

Skills

• Marketing
• Analytical Skills
• Business Intelligence
• Software as a Service (Saas)
• Business Development
• Pre-Sales
• Infrastructure
• Architectures
• Disaster Recovery
• Integration
• Business Process
• Budgets
• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Program Management
• Unix
• Solution Selling
• Internet of Things
• Data Center
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Cross Fun
• Erp
• Sales Enablement
• Virtualization
• Leadership
• IT Service Management
• Management
• Data Migration
• Business Develop
• Change Management
• Business Analysis
• Consulting
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Cloud Computing
• Enterprise Software
• Enterprise Architecture
• Analytics
• Business Strategy
• Sdlc