Ankur Sharma
About Ankur Sharma
Ankur Sharma is a Technology and Transformation Leader with extensive experience in digital transformation across various industries. He has held senior positions at companies such as Mastercard, Windstream Communications, and Crosslake Technologies, and has a strong academic background from institutions including Harvard University and MIT Sloan School of Management.
Work at Crosslake Technologies
Ankur Sharma has been serving as the Technology and Transformation Leader at Crosslake Technologies since 2022. In this role, he focuses on driving technological advancements and transformation initiatives within the organization. His expertise in enterprise technologies and trends supports the development of effective business processes and the implementation of complex systems.
Professional Experience
Ankur Sharma has held various leadership positions throughout his career. He worked at Mastercard as SVP & Head of Global Digital Consumer Technology from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Digital Transformation at Windstream Communications from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Plymouth Rock Assurance as VP of Digital Transformation & Engineering lasted from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, he was VP of Digital Transformation & Engineering at Time Warner Cable from 2011 to 2013. His early career included a role as Technical Lead at HCL Comnet Limited.
Education and Expertise
Ankur Sharma holds multiple degrees and certifications that contribute to his expertise in technology and management. He studied at Harvard University, focusing on Legal Studies related to Internet & Society and Politics of Control. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Science (Electronics) and a Master's degree in Computer Science & Applications from Maharshi Dayanand University. Furthermore, he completed an Executive Certificate in Management & Leadership from MIT Sloan School of Management in 2009.
Background in Digital Transformation
Ankur Sharma has extensive experience in digital transformation across various industries. He has a proven track record of planning and launching international expansion initiatives from the start-up stage. His roles have involved overseeing large-scale systems with high transaction volumes and ensuring high availability. He possesses strong influence management and motivational skills, enabling him to effectively bridge the gap between technology and business.
Career Development
Ankur Sharma's career is characterized by a progressive implementation of new technologies in rapidly changing business environments. His work has led to significant productivity and cost improvements for the organizations he has been part of. He is well-versed in company startup and infrastructure, with international experience in long-term offshore outsourcing operations.