Philip Higginbotham
About Philip Higginbotham
Philip Higginbotham serves as the Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Channels at Optilogic Inc. since 2024, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at various firms, including Grant Thornton and River Logic.
Work at Optilogic
Philip Higginbotham serves as the Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Channels at Optilogic Inc. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in Dallas, Texas. His role focuses on developing and managing partnerships that enhance the company's market presence and client offerings.
Education and Expertise
Philip Higginbotham holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU Stern School of Business, where he studied Business Administration and Management. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic alliances and analytics.
Background
Philip has extensive experience in the consulting and finance sectors. He worked at Grant Thornton LLP as National Director of Analytic Solutions from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, he held various roles at River Logic, including Vice President of Business Development and Consulting, and Vice President of Corporate Development. His career also includes positions at Bank of America, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte Consulting, and Capgemini.
Achievements
Philip has built and managed international partnerships across several countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, Russia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. He has published five thought leadership pieces, including a significant study on predictive and prescriptive analytics in collaboration with the Financial Executives Research Foundation (FERF). His work has contributed to advancements in analytics within the industry.