Vaibhav Pai — CEO
Throughout my professional journey spanning over 21 years, I have been incredibly fortunate to work alongside exceptional mentors, colleagues, partners, and investors who provided me with invaluable opportunities for growth and learning.Starting as a Quality Analyst, I progressed through various roles in office of the CEO and witnessed the growth of organization from its early stages, with our team expanding significantly and our client base flourishing. I got to work with diverse array of global institutions like investment banks, private equity funds, professional services and legal firms on multiple M&A deals and restructuring initiatives. This equipped me with invaluable insights into different aspects of business, broadening my perspective and enriching me as a professional. My involvement with wealth managers as a part of family office provided me with a platform to engage with innovative startups and funds and gave me the chance to assess risk and learn identifying promising ventures.My journey took a transformative turn during my second stint, as a founding member in tax, business and regulatory advisory startup. Alongside remarkable teammates and visionary co-founders, on a journey that has since blossomed into a thriving enterprise, I had firsthand encounter with the process of building something from the ground up. That further instilled in me a deep appreciation for resilience, creativity, and collaboration.Taking a break to pursue a doctoral program enabled me to dive deep into domains close to my heart, including Health, Finance and Artificial Intelligence. So, in my third stint as COO of a global AI company, I collaborated closely with the CEO to shape the organizational vision and strategy. Working alongside dedicated leaders and teams, especially in turbulent times during COVID pandemic, we strived to foster a culture of inclusivity and grow sustainably.So, each step along the way, I have been grateful for the opportunities to learn and grow, and I remain deeply appreciative of the support and encouragement I have received from all those who have crossed my path. I look forward to contributing in all ways possible in the ever-evolving journey called…. LIFE.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in AI and business consulting.
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Experience: 22 yrs 4 mos
Career Highlights
- Over 21 years of diverse experience in leadership roles.
- Expertise in M&A deals and strategic projects.
- Strong background in AI and business strategy.
Work Experience
BOND.AI
Executive Vice President - M&A and Strategic Projects (3 yrs)
Chief Operating Officer (1 yr 4 mos)
Head of Growth (Asia-Pacific) (9 mos)
Transaction Square
Founding Member (2 yrs 2 mos)
SP Jain School of Global Management - Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore & Sydney
Research Scholar (4 yrs 11 mos)
KPIT
Business Manager - Office of the CEO (2 yrs 8 mos)
SYSTIME
Senior Business Consultant - Office of the CEO (1 yr 2 mos)
Business Consultant - Office of the CEO (1 yr 11 mos)
Business Consultant - Office of the CEO & Member of Corporate Strategic Initiatives Group (11 mos)
QA Analyst (11 mos)
QC Analyst (1 yr 9 mos)
CMS Group
Business Consultant (12 yrs 5 mos)
Air India Limited
Engineer (Project Trainee) (8 mos)
Kirloskar Brothers Limited
Engineer (Vocational Trainee) (1 mo)
Education
Doctor of Business Administration at SP Jain School of Global Management - Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore & Sydney
Advance Management Programme at Indian Institute of Management, Shillong
Senior Management Programme at Indian Institute of Management, Indore
Master of Business Administration at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology - SMU
Bachelor of Engineering at University of Mumbai
Diploma in Engineering at Government Polytechnic College
Secondary School Certificate Examination at Kirloskar High School