Akhil Damodaran,PhD — CEO
As a dynamic leader with over 17 years of experience in digital transformation, emerging technologies, and strategic leadership, I am passionate about driving meaningful change through AI, blockchain, and advanced technology integration. Currently, I serve as the Dean of the School of Management at IILM University, where I am spearheading initiatives to create AI-driven educational experiences, leveraging customized GPTs and digital-first solutions to elevate academic and operational excellence. Almost 60% of our courses are AI-powered, a testament to our commitment to forward-thinking education. My career spans various sectors, including telecommunications, IT, and higher education. I have held pivotal roles with leading organizations such as Orange Business Services (France Telecommunication Group) and Tata Communications Ltd, focusing on cloud, data networking, and digital transformation. At UPES, I was the Cluster Head of the Emergent Vertical, where I developed specialized academic programs aligned with industry 4.0 needs, bridging the gap between academia and industry. As a co-founder of Elteridium, an AI and blockchain-based firm, I am actively contributing to decision-making frameworks and secure record-keeping for public-private partnerships (PPP). My current research and professional interests lie in PPPs, infrastructure regulation, strategy, and emerging technologies, particularly AI and blockchain. Recognized as a TEDx speaker and honored among the Celerity 40 under 40 Supply Chain Achievers, I bring a unique blend of academic rigor and industry expertise. My goal is to redefine education and organizational growth through advanced technology, equipping the next generation with future-ready skills and creating impactful partnerships to accelerate digital transformation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Higher Education and Digital Transformation with a focus on AI and Blockchain.
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Experience: 17 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- Ai
- Curriculum Development
- Digital Transformation
- Innovation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Program Development
- Public-private Partnerships
- Blockchain Development
- Service Delivery
- Operational Excellence
Career Highlights
- Over 17 years in digital transformation and emerging technologies.
- Pioneered AI-driven educational experiences at IILM University.
- Co-founder of Elteridium, focusing on blockchain and PPP systems.
Work Experience
Symbiosis Centre For Management and Human Resource Development
Director (4 mos)
IILM University, Greater Noida
Dean ( School of humanities and social science and School of Management) (1 yr 1 mo)
Dean School of Management (1 yr 2 mos)
Dean-Undergraduate Business School (6 mos)
FitSyndicate Lifestyle Solutions Pvt Ltd
Advisor (2 yrs 7 mos)
World Metaverse Council
Member (2 yrs 9 mos)
Emerald Emerging Market Case Studies
Guest editor (3 yrs 1 mo)
Elteridium
Founder and CEO (4 yrs 1 mo)
E-Cell, IIT Bombay
Mentor (4 yrs 1 mo)
UPES
Cluster Head (Emergent Business Vertical) (1 yr 7 mos)
Assistant Professor (selection grade) (3 yrs 6 mos)
Head of Department of Strategic Management (11 mos)
Assistant Professor(Senior Scale),Department of Strategic Management (3 yrs 3 mos)
Blockchain For Productivity Forum
Board Member (5 yrs 1 mo)
Board Member (5 yrs 5 mos)
NITI Aayog
Regional Mentor for Change Atal Tinkering Lab Uttrakhand (6 yrs)
APS Group of Companies ,Uttarakhand
Strategic Advisor (3 mos)
PURSUITEX LLP
Partner (4 yrs 3 mos)
NITI Aayog
Mentor for Change for Atal Tinkering Lab (1 yr 2 mos)
Competition Commission Of India
PhD Research Program (1 yr)
Project Intern (0 mo)
Orange Business Services (france telecom group)
Service quality manager/Member Security Audit Committee (ISO-27k expert)/Six sigma Green Belt (5 yrs)
Tata Communication Internet Services Limited
IT executive (1 yr)
sga associates
Telecom Consultant (2 mos)
Education
Master's degree at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Competition Policy & Law at National Law University, Delhi
Post graduate Program at Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at UPES
Six Sigma at British standards Institute
BE at Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya
Hsc at Kendriya Vidyalaya