Tom Garland
About Tom Garland
Tom Garland is the Senior Vice President of Strategy, Business, and Corporate Development at Automation Anywhere in San Jose, California.
Current Role at Automation Anywhere
Tom Garland currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategy, Business, and Corporate Development at Automation Anywhere in San Jose, California. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading corporate strategy and business development initiatives. His efforts have included driving strategic collaborations and negotiating significant contracts, such as the acquisition of FortressIQ and the AWS/Automation Anywhere Strategic Collaboration Agreement for Generative AI.
Previous Experience at ABBYY
From 2014 to 2017, Tom Garland held the position of Vice President Corporate Marketing at ABBYY in Milpitas, California. In his three-year tenure, he was instrumental in leading the corporate marketing strategies and enhancing the company's market presence. His role involved overseeing various marketing functions and contributing to the strategic growth of ABBYY in North America.
Career at Intellectual Ventures
Between 2009 and 2013, Tom Garland was the Head of Product Development for Intellectual Property Licensing Programs at Intellectual Ventures in Bellevue, Washington. Over his four years with the company, he focused on developing and managing intellectual property licensing programs, playing a key role in expanding the company's product offerings and market strategies.
Educational Background
Tom Garland holds an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, where he honed his business acumen and leadership skills. Additionally, he earned a BA in Economics/Management from Binghamton University, providing him with a strong foundation in economic principles and management practices. These educational achievements have contributed significantly to his strategic decision-making abilities in various high-level roles throughout his career.
Key Achievements at Automation Anywhere
During his tenure at Automation Anywhere, Tom Garland has made significant contributions, including successfully negotiating over $10M in bookings renewal with IBM. He also led alliance discussions with Workday, resulting in $3M in bookings and an equity investment. Additionally, he was chosen by Automation Anywhere's C-team to participate in the Helios Change Leadership and Commitment Management team, focusing on critical issues impacting the company's hyper-growth trajectory.