Nikhil Shah is a highly accomplished executive known for driving business model transformations, building global partnerships, and leading the development of cutting-edge products and solutions in the IT industry. His expertise spans marketing, corporate strategy, SDN, data center solutions, and data analytics, making him a prominent figure in the technology space.

Nikhil has served on the board of the Broadband Forum (BBF), where he held several leadership roles and currently acts as the APAC ambassador, contributing to the organization’s mission. His professional journey includes pivotal roles such as VP of Global Business Development at Crest Data Systems, where he shaped the strategic direction for clients like Cisco and Splunk. Additionally, during his time at Juniper Networks, Nikhil led the Advanced Technology Team, formulating the SDN strategy for the APAC region and establishing key alliances with major industry players.

With experience at Lucent/Bell Labs, Nikhil designed some of the world's largest service provider networks and managed product partnerships with industry leaders. A frequent speaker at global conferences, he shares his insights on future technologies and IT industry trends.

Nikhil holds a Master's in Computer Science from VJTI, Mumbai, a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering from LDCE, Ahmedabad, and has completed executive programs at MIT Sloan and Stanford University, underscoring his commitment to continuous learning and leadership development.