Abhi Padma
About Abhi Padma
Abhi Padma serves as the Chief Information Officer at Liftoff Mobile, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in information technology and business transformation, having previously worked in various leadership roles at companies such as Nimble Storage, Cornerstone OnDemand, and VMware.
Work at Liftoff Mobile
Abhi Padma serves as the Chief Information Officer at Liftoff Mobile, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on overseeing the company's information technology strategies and initiatives. His leadership is directed towards enhancing operational efficiency and driving technological advancements within the organization.
Previous Experience at Nimble Storage
Prior to his current role, Abhi Padma worked at Nimble Storage, which was acquired by Hewlett Packard Enterprise in 2017. He held two positions during his time there: Director of Enterprise Systems and Strategy from 2016 to 2017, and Head of Business Applications and Analytics from 2017 to 2018. His work in these roles contributed to the integration of technology and business processes.
Career at Cornerstone OnDemand
Abhi Padma was Vice President of Information Technology at Cornerstone OnDemand from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, he managed IT operations and strategy, focusing on aligning technology with business goals. His leadership helped drive significant improvements in the company's IT infrastructure and service delivery.
Educational Background
Abhi Padma holds a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Maryland. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in information technology and management.
Leadership and Transformational Initiatives
Throughout his career, Abhi Padma has managed global operations and technology teams ranging from 15 to 300 members. He has overseen transformational programs with budgets exceeding $50 million. His leadership includes establishing comprehensive cybersecurity programs, leading digital transformation initiatives, and sponsoring IT modernization efforts to transition business practices to SaaS-centric processes.