Larry Persaud

In this position, I led the modernization of legacy global systems across a 70+ branch logistics enterprise. This meant building a high-performing technology team, driving upskilling in cloud-native practices, and setting the long-term roadmap that guided the company’s transformation. I managed a multi-million-dollar IT budget with a focus on efficiency and accountability. By introducing structured approval workflows and negotiating directly with vendors alongside business and executive stakeholders. I secured major discounts and optimized how resources were invested in cloud-first initiatives. A big part of my impact came from developing people. I mentored staff through structured performance reviews, robust training programs, and proactive certification paths—helping multiple team members earn promotions and grow into leadership roles. Collaboration extended outside the company as well. I forged new vendor alliances across ocean, air cargo, cartage freight, and customs brokerage, embedding technology to pave paths for AI into mission-critical processes and consolidating nine legacy systems into a single unified platform—an achievement recognized by both the former CEO, CIO, and the Board of Directors. I also laid the foundation for AI adoption within the business by leading projects in document recognition, translation, and speech-to-text. These early initiatives set the stage for a broader machine learning roadmap and positioned the company to take advantage of emerging capabilities. Key Skills: Domain Engineering | Platforms, Data & AI First Strategies | Enterprise Solution Architecture | Cloud Infrastructure, Networking, Servers, Storage, & Data Centers | Vendor Platform Integration | Identity Solution Maintenance | Enterprise & App Security | Cost Optimization Strategies | Product Strategy & Delivery | People Transformation

Here, I accelerated product delivery by reshaping how cloud services were deployed. By moving to a cloud-first managed services model and strengthening distributed capabilities for order management, catalog, and inventory, I cut time-to-market from nine months to just three—even during the height of COVID-19 disruptions. I also drove one of the company’s largest cloud optimization efforts. By redesigning engineering consumption models and enforcing demand-based best practices, I reduced AWS spend by $100M while sustaining development velocity and ensuring ROI across major projects. Looking ahead to fintech innovation, I guided Intuit’s cryptocurrency strategy. I evaluated more than 30 startups, identified the top five acquisition targets, and advised senior leadership on how digital currency adoption could integrate with the existing fintech portfolio. Key Skills: Data Tagging, Classification, & Retention | Vendor Performance Monitoring | Infrastructure & Operations Budget Management | Trend & Performance Evaluation | Employee Experience Enhancement | Enterprise Platform Design | Distributed System Design & Implementation

In this role, I led enterprise cloud strategy across APAC, helping Fortune 10 clients like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Kakao modernize infrastructure, strengthen digital ecosystems, and prepare for long-term business expansion in high-growth markets. One of my biggest milestones was spearheading the launch of Microsoft’s SaaS marketplace in the region. By onboarding more than 50 global ISVs—including Kroger, Emirates, and Rakuten—I scaled the platform to over 50M subscribers and drove multi-billion-dollar Azure consumption growth. Key Skills: Technology Resource Assessment | Strong Employee Engagement | Data Center Management | Chief Technical Architect | Technical Program Management (TPM)

During my tenure here, I partnered with Fortune 500 clients to design AI and cloud solutions that enhanced retail operations and unlocked new growth opportunities. My role combined executive advising with hands-on leadership of cross-functional engineering teams. For Kroger, I modernized the checkout experience by leading a nine-month initiative that integrated HoloLens, computer vision, and digital shelf technology—creating an Amazon Go–style frictionless retail model. I also worked with clients such as Harman, Comcast, Disney, Boeing, and Raytheon, translating technical vision into enterprise roadmaps and reusable blueprints that reshaped both customer and operational experiences. Another highlight was steering the enterprise architecture for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Collaborating with government ministries, I helped design a consumer-centric digital ecosystem that spanned transportation, event access, food services, and social media. Key Skills: Architectural Transformation | Change Management | AI & Analytics Enablement | Customer & Market Leadership | Operational Excellence

Here, I specialized in turning complex business needs into scalable product capabilities. For JPMorgan Chase, I helped design fraud detection solutions and drove cross-product integration across Office 365, SharePoint, and Azure by serving as the bridge between client priorities and engineering execution. I played a key role in accelerating cloud transformation across industries—from pilot navigation systems in airlines to industrial data management for oil and gas. For this work, I received a corporate award recognizing leadership in driving technology adoption. With FedEx, I broke through a long-standing roadblock between executives and Microsoft. By building a compelling business case, I secured alignment to launch a digital wallet and merchant experience platform—while also closing a multi-million-dollar Azure agreement. I scaled this executive engagement model to other Fortune 500 clients, including Walmart, Citi, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Mastercard, P&G, Costco, and Lululemon. Through growth plans, SWOT analyses, and transformation roadmaps, I helped accelerate Azure adoption and position clients for long-term success. Key Skills: Global Product Management Leadership | Budget Variance Tracking | Enterprise Data Platform Integration | Analytics Tool Development | Data-Informed Decision-Making

My work here included working closely with global executives and sales teams to accelerate SaaS adoption across Fortune 500 firms. By introducing blueprint-driven modernization models, I helped clients streamline their path to the cloud and uncover new opportunities for growth. Key Skills: AI & ML Adoption | AI Enablement, Optimization, & Integration | Engineering Planning & Management | Customer & Community Engagement | Client & Industry Needs Analysis

I connected business strategy with technology execution by turning client goals into ROI-focused transformation roadmaps. By mapping out cloud adoption pathways and highlighting the most valuable Azure features, I helped clients expand revenue opportunities year over year. Key Skills: Product Conception & Launch Lifecycle | Technical & Business Liaison | Novel Use Cases Identification | Software Platform & Cloud Service Building | Internal & External Customer Management

In this position, I directed Microsoft’s Oracle compete initiative, shaping SQL Server’s positioning as a Tier 1 enterprise database. This work combined platform strategy with global sales enablement, ensuring sales teams were equipped with the training and insights to influence customer decisions at scale. I also designed long-horizon displacement strategies, giving account teams incremental adoption roadmaps and transformation playbooks that helped clients transition from Oracle to SQL Server while driving Microsoft’s enterprise growth. Key Skills: End-to-End Product Roadmap Design | Scalable AI-First Solutions | LLM & Agentic System Integration | Early System Design & Launch | High-Growth & Startup Environments