Adam Thier
About Adam Thier
Adam Thier serves as the Chief Product & Technology Officer at Anaplan, where he has been instrumental in evolving the platform. With extensive experience in technology leadership roles across various companies, he has a strong background in product development and user experience.
Current Role at Anaplan
Adam Thier serves as the Chief Product & Technology Officer at Anaplan, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is instrumental in evolving Anaplan's platform into a comprehensive ecosystem that features upgradable and extensible applications. His leadership focuses on enhancing product development and technology strategies to meet the needs of users and clients.
Previous Experience in Technology Leadership
Adam Thier has held various senior leadership positions in technology companies. He worked at SAP in multiple roles, including Chief Architect, Group VP of Enterprise Performance Management Products, and SVP of Frontline Applications and HANA Services. He also served as Chief Technology Officer at Avetta, where he led the creation of the Avetta platform. His experience extends to Dynatrace as EVP of Engineering for SaaS Products and to Hyperion Solutions as SVP of Applications Development.
Educational Background
Adam Thier holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts from Marist College, where he studied Technical and Scientific Communication. His education laid the foundation for his career in technology and product development. He also studied at Shaker, further enhancing his communication skills.
Achievements and Recognition
Adam Thier was named the 2019 CXO of the Year by Utah Business, recognizing his contributions to the technology sector. He has an exceptional track record at various startups and SaaS leaders, demonstrating his expertise in product and technology leadership. Additionally, he serves as the executive sponsor for Anaplan Neurodiversity, an employee resource group that promotes inclusivity within the company.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
In addition to his executive roles, Adam Thier has contributed as an Advisory Board Member at fintastic from 2021 to 2022. He has also spent several years as an SAP advisor at Stanford University's D.School, focusing on business applications and analytics. His involvement in these advisory roles underscores his commitment to advancing technology and fostering innovation.