John Paul Barraza

About John Paul Barraza

As Managing Director of Partnerships & Alliances at ChapsVision, JP Barraza architects strategic partnerships that unlock exponential growth for enterprise software companies, systems integrators, and hyperscalers seeking to deliver AI-powered solutions to their customers.With over two decades building enterprise AI solutions—from NLP and Machine Translation to Generative AI and Agentic AI platforms—JP brings a unique perspective to partnership development: he understands both the technology deeply and how to create complementary ecosystem relationships that drive mutual revenue growth.Why Strategic Partners Engage with JP and ChapsVision:ChapsVision\'s €200M ARR portfolio represents three differentiated AI capabilities that enhance rather than compete with partner platforms:• Enterprise RAG & AI Search: 200+ connectors surfacing insights from secured data repositories, complementing vertical software and hyperscaler AI services• AI Translation at Scale: Precision translation across 55+ languages for regulated industries—manufacturing, defense, life sciences, finance—where accuracy is non-negotiable• Secure Agentic AI Platforms: Enterprise-grade agent development consuming foundational LLMs while providing governance, security, and vertical customizationPartnership Philosophy: Strategic Complementarity Over CompetitionChapsVision solutions integrate seamlessly with vertical software (PLM, CRM, ERP), hyperscaler infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), and systems integrator implementations. This creates partnerships where both companies win: Vertical Software Partners: Enhance your platform with AI capabilities without building competing infrastructure Hyperscalers: Solve \"last mile\" challenges of data security, vertical customization, and enterprise adoption Systems Integrators: Differentiate implementations with proven AI backed by 50+ years enterprise experienceTrack Record:JP\'s leadership has driven AI adoption at dozens of Fortune 500 enterprises—representing immediate co-selling opportunities for strategic partners.His journey from CEO Americas (P&L responsibilities) to Global CPO to MD of Partnerships brings comprehensive understanding of executive decision-making, product-market fit, and go-to-market execution—critical for building partnerships that deliver revenue, not just press releases.Let\'s Explore Partnership Opportunities:If you\'re leading partnerships at an enterprise software company, hyperscaler, or systems integrator —JP welcomes C-suite conversations about creating mutual value through strategic alliances.

Experience

1. Managing Director, Partnerships & Alliances

   ChapsVision

   Jan 2026 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Leading ChapsVision\'s global partnerships and alliances strategy to accelerate our growth from €200M to €1B ARR by 2030. Building strategic relationships with vertical software platforms, hyperscalers, and systems integrators that create mutual revenue growth through complementary AI solutions.The Partnership OpportunityChapsVision offers three differentiated AI capabilities that enhance (not compete with) partner platforms:• Enterprise RAG & AI Search (Sinequa): 200+ connectors enabling intelligent search across secured enterprise data• AI Translation at Scale (Systran): 55+ languages with precision for regulated industries—manufacturing, life sciences, defense, finance• Secure Agentic AI Platforms (ArgonOS, ChapsAgents): Enterprise-grade agent development consuming partner LLMs while adding governance and vertical customizationStrategic FocusArchitecting Tier 1 partnerships with vertical software leaders, advancing ISV and hyperscaler marketplace programs, and building systems integrator ecosystems combining global SIs with specialized vertical experts.Developing partner enablement infrastructure, co-selling programs, and joint go-to-market strategies that drive meaningful revenue contribution. Moving beyond press releases to structured pipeline development and strategic account co-selling.Why This Role MattersMy CEO Americas → Global CPO → Partnerships progression brings unique value: P&L accountability, deep AI/product expertise, Fortune 500 customer experience, and C-suite credibility essential for engaging partner CROs and Chief Partnership Officers.Working with established customers including Boeing, Cummins, Blue Origin, Pfizer, and Airbus provides immediate co-selling opportunities for strategic partners.Core Competencies: Strategic Partnership Development | Enterprise Software Alliances | Hyperscaler Programs | Systems Integrator Ecosystems | C-Suite Executive Engagement | Co-Selling Strategy | Partner Revenue Growth

Education

• UCLA

  BA, Spanish Language and Literature

  1996 — 2001

• San Diego State University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Globalization
• Technical Support
• Saas
• IT Management
• Start-Ups
• Natural Language Processing
• Software Development
• Integration
• Program Management
• Enterprise Software
• IT Operations
• Pre-Sales
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Product Management
• Customer Support
• IT Strategy
• Software Project Management
• Itil
• Linux
• Information Retrieval
• Business Intelligence
• Strategic Partnerships
• Website Localization
• Business Process
• Agile Methodologies
• Management
• Software Engineering
• Localization
• Enterprise Content Management
• Team Leadership
• Professional Services
• Virtualization
• Team Management
• Machine Translation
• Leadership
• Project Management
• Lead Generation
• Vendor Management
• Solution Selling
• Internationalization