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Vice President of Information Technology, Global Financial Systems

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Murali Gade is a seasoned entrepreneurial executive with over 18 years of hands-on strategic leadership within the realms of Information Technology, Finance, Business Operations, and Artificial Intelligence. With a robust foundation in modern technological advancements shaped by his education at Harvard, he has demonstrated proficiency in leveraging R and Python to build cutting-edge AI models. Moreover, his expertise extends to constructing sophisticated quant investment models that drive financial decision-making. Currently, Murali oversees a broad spectrum of pivotal responsibilities, ranging from IT strategy, Generative AI, Financial & ERP Applications, Data Analytics, and Business Intelligence to Budgeting, Project Management, and Operational Support. Key Accomplishments: - Spearheaded global leadership of Financial Systems, spanning 25+ countries across five continents. - Demonstrated prowess in M&A, successfully orchestrating the integration of two significant acquisitions, each valued at US$ 5B. - Served as Program Director for high-impact Oracle R12 ERP implementation and upgrade projects, managing budgets exceeding $20M, and liaising with both 'big 4' and regional firms. - Conceptualized and rolled out a strategic Business Analytics platform tailored for Executive Management, CFOs, and CEOs. - Recognized as a powerful influencer skilled at fostering rewarding relationships across a vast array of business functions. - Pioneered advancements in AI, showcasing adeptness in using R and Python for model creation and excelling in building quant investment models. - Proven expertise in assembling, mentoring, and overseeing high-caliber, diverse, and synergistic teams while also helming expansive groups of IT and business professionals. In terms of academic credentials, Murali possesses a Master of Liberal Arts degree with a focus on Management and Finance from Harvard University, Extension School. He also holds a Master of Science (MS) in Information Systems from the University of Illinois. Murali’s professional accomplishments include certifications as a U.S. CPA and an Indian CMA, complemented by PMP, CISA, and Six-sigma Greenbelt.