Dr. Ajay Prabhakar

Co-Founder

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India14 yrs 2 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Led projects worth almost a billion USD globally.
  • Authored seven influential books on leadership and technology.
  • Advised governments and Fortune 500 companies on AI strategies.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic advisor in AI and organizational transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Artificial Intelligence Management System (aims)StrategyProblem SolvingCapacity DevelopmentBusiness Analysis

Other Skills

Thought LeadershipConsultingBusiness DevelopmentResearchPublic SpeakingResearch SkillsStrategic PlanningAnalytical SkillsInternational DevelopmentInternational RelationsPolicy AnalysisCapacity BuildingNGOsProject ManagementLarge Scale Deployments

About

I help organizations and leaders navigate disruption through AI, emerging technologies, and strategic transformation. For 28 years, I've worked across 39+ countries, almost a billion USD in projects— from Fortune 500 companies to governments to the United Nations. MY EXPERTISE: • AI & ML Strategy (advisory to governments & enterprises) • Leadership Transformation (especially in disruptive times) • Organizational Change Management • Boardroom Dynamics & Strategic Influence • Building Future-Ready Leaders WHAT I PUBLISH ABOUT: → AI adoption & organizational readiness → Leadership lessons from 28 years globally → Boardroom dynamics & influence → Early-career leadership development RECENT WORK: • Author of "The Boardroom Whisperer" (+ 6 other books) • UN consultant on AI & digital transformation • Advisor to government & corporate leaders • Founder: Pioneers Nation, Luminate and CARC. WANT TO CONNECT? • If you're navigating AI adoption → let's talk • If you're building future-ready leaders → let's connect A little more about me: Dr. Ajay Prabhakar, an internationally acclaimed Change Agent and Thought Leader, is a multiple award winner and recipient of prestigious government titles. Ajay's expertise has been honed by over a decade of work with the United Nations. As a prolific author, Ajay has penned seven highly regarded books that delve into technology, research, innovation, and leadership. Notably, his Gram Code Series, featured on CSPAN, garnered endorsements from the Federal Government of Nigeria and a foreword by a former President of Nigeria. Additionally, he co-authored books with the Senior Special Advisor to the President and wrote for esteemed organizations like Microsoft and the United Nations. With an extensive background spanning 28 years and over 39 countries, Ajay has successfully led projects worth almost a billion USD. His unique insights and global perspectives on leadership, business development, and technology make him an invaluable advisor sought after by visionary leaders worldwide. Recognized as a sought-after speaker and thought leader, Ajay shares his expertise on innovative leadership, emerging technologies, skill transformation, and change management. He has traveled extensively, presenting at prestigious academic, government, and private organizations, while his work has been featured in leading media outlets across the globe. From probing the depths of quantum computing to uncovering hidden histories through his authored books to navigating the scape of business, he helps bridge the world to a better tomorrow!

Experience

14 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
7 yrs 1 mo
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Salzburg global seminar

Global Fellow

Dec 2020Present · 5 yrs 6 mos · Austria

United nations convention to combat desertification (unccd)

Senior Consultant

Jun 2014Present · 12 yrs · Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

StrategyProblem SolvingResearch SkillsStrategic PlanningThought LeadershipPublic Speaking

Pioneers nation

Chairman and Founder

Apr 2014Present · 12 yrs 2 mos · India

Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)StrategyCapacity DevelopmentThought LeadershipConsultingBusiness Development+2

United nations

2 roles

Country Programme Coordinator

Promoted

Jun 2005Mar 2014 · 8 yrs 9 mos

  • Was responsible for the conception, funding, timely execution, monitoring and completion of projects in different domains (from agriculture, culture, education, low cost housing to information technology, the main focus being on desertification), in order to meet up with the Millennium development goals.
  • Was working with the Federal Government to formulate programs which would best serve the people
  • Is constantly working with his in-house research team which he set up, to come up with publications and materials to spread the word and educate the masses on various issues concerning them.
  • Was responsible for the very successful Train a Girl child program directed towards encouraging girls to go to school.
  • Sensitization programs and workshops for the masses, working with the media, encouraging lobby groups and working with partners in the public and the private sector also form another aspect of Millennium Development Goals which is a roadmap for most of the programs at UN.
  • Working with International Regulatory, Funding and Human Welfare Organizations to create a framework of operations.
  • Working with small scale and local industries to boost the economy, build capacity, reduce unemployment and arrest youth restiveness.
StrategyCapacity DevelopmentProblem SolvingStrategic PlanningAnalytical SkillsThought Leadership+2

Programs Officer

Mar 2001Jun 2005 · 4 yrs 3 mos

  • Was in charge of Implementation of United Nations Programs with Culture as the mainstay.
  • Harped on field research oriented projects and highlighted the urgent need to preserve archaeological sites and halt plundering.
  • Worked and supported various research institutions with grants and programs.
  • Created a database of all local artisans, craftsmen, buyers, traders and created a virtual marketplace for empowering low skilled youths and women.
  • Worked with other capacity building projects associated with grass root development.
  • Worked with multiple domain implementing contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Rehabilitation and identification of the south east intangible heritages (namely local traditional skills, museum and heritage sites)
StrategyCapacity DevelopmentResearch SkillsStrategic PlanningThought LeadershipPublic Speaking

Carc

Co-Founder

Jun 2002Present · 24 yrs · Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)Capacity DevelopmentResearch SkillsAnalytical SkillsThought LeadershipBusiness Development+1

Mfi enterprise solutions

Head Business Development and Intelligence

Jan 2000Mar 2001 · 1 yr 2 mos · Kenya

  • Was in charge of the Business Development unit of Information Technology Solutions and Products (the entire range of Compaq, Alcatel and Software Solutions).
  • Was responsible for setup of the Software and Computer business unit in Nairobi which was replicated in other parts of East Africa.
  • Was heading a team of 62 Sales representatives, Analysts, Call center Employees, Designers and Solution Architects.
  • Was responsible for the setup of the Business Intelligence and Information Unit.
  • Was responsible in driving teams towards exceeding targets through skill enhancement, productivity optimization and with checks and controls while keeping the organization’s value systems, philosophy and culture, paramount.
  • Increased product sales by over 33% in the second quarter and in turn the revenue, improved individual sales effectiveness and account base by reviewing sales activity schedule.
StrategyBusiness AnalysisConsultingPublic Speaking

Education

North Carolina State University

Doctorate of Computer Science (PHD) — Computer Science

University of Abuja

University of Mumbai

Bachelor's Degree — Physics

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