Jul 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos

• As part of Cisco’s Partner Executive Exchange program (CPEE), Anand engages with Cisco’s senior leadership and a select group of global partner executives to collaborate on strategic initiatives that shape the future of Cisco’s ecosystem. This program provides a platform for high-level dialogue and insight exchange aimed at accelerating customer value and driving sustained growth.

Jun 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

• KFF is an healthcare advocacy organization established to provide resources and support to families affected by Constitutional Mismatch Repair Deficiency (CMMRD), and related rare diseases.
• Mission is to raise global awareness of CMMRD in the medical community, to encourage and support the medical and scientific community’s research in finding effective treatments, and to provide information and direct support services to families affected by CMMRD.

Jun 2021 – Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• As a member of the VMware Partner Advisory Board, Anand collaborated closely with VMware’s leadership team and fellow industry executives to help shape partner strategy, influence product direction, and strengthen the global ecosystem during a pivotal period of transformation for the company.

May 2021 – Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

• Anand was part of Intel's partner advisory board (espcially for the GSI segment) - providing strategic input on enterprise sales motions, partner ecosystems, and market expansion opportunities. Anand collaborated with Intel leadership and other partner leaders to refine joint value propositions, accelerate partner-led growth, and drive adoption across key industry verticals.

May 2020 – Present · 6 yrs

• As a member of the Dell Technologies Partner Advisory Board, Anand collaborates with senior Dell leadership and industry peers to help shape strategic initiatives that drive partner success and customer value. In this role, Anand provides direct insight into evolving market needs, emerging technologies, and opportunities for innovation across Dell’s partner ecosystem.

Jun 2019 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

• Code-Easily focuses on teaching young learners to code in a fun manner - captivating their interest first and then grow that interest into deep knowledge.

Jun 2015 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

• Anand co-founded aRk360 Solutions to help early stage technology start ups with their Go-to-Market, Product Launch and Partner Strategies.
• He mentors and advices various start ups through aRk360.

Dec 2014 – Aug 2015 · 8 mos

• Anand was part of the executive management at CIGNEX and was focused on Strategic Initiatives, M&A, and Company Growth.

May 2007 – Nov 2014 · 7 yrs 6 mos

• Anand led regional sales for HCLTech's Tech and Manufacturing verticals as well as the Business head for for HCLTech's Medical Devices vertical.
• Anand and his team was responsible for significantly growing the region and vertical (more than six times in four years)

May 2007 – Feb 2009 · 1 yr 9 mos

• Anand was responsible for large strategic accounts in North East - under Anand's leadership, North East region became the single biggest revenue contributor to Tech / Manufacturing vertical.

Jan 1998 – Jan 2007 · 9 yrs · Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Anand was responsible for growing the Mid-West region for Manufacturing vertical at Cognizant. Region grew from $4M to $52M in just over 3 years.
• Anand joined Cognizant when it was still a start-up with $100M in revenues. He played various roles spanning ERP consulting, Delivery / Program management and Sales. As an acknowledgement of Anand's work, he was promoted 5 times during his tenure with Cognizant and asked to take on roles with higher responsibilities.

Mar 1997 – Aug 1997 · 5 mos

• During the internship at UTI Mutual Fund, Anand conducted in-depth research on the 1990s Asian Financial Crisis, examining its origins, macroeconomic triggers, market impacts, and long-term implications for emerging economies and global capital flows.