Saif Rivers

Saif Rivers is an experienced leader in the retail and technology sectors, currently serving as the Head of Big Box Retail at Google Cloud since August 2022, where efforts focus on transforming operations for major retail clients using Google Cloud and Generative AI. Prior to this role, Saif held several significant positions at IBM from October 2014 to August 2022, including Vice President - Retail Industry Leader and Global Partner, overseeing a portfolio that generated notable revenue and profit growth. Experience also includes a key role at HP Enterprise Services, where Saif was promoted multiple times and led major client projects for companies like Kraft and Vodafone. Early career roles include positions at BT and Retail Technology Ltd, contributing to skilled business development and client relationship management within the retail technology space. Saif holds an Executive Education degree from Harvard Business School and a degree in Clothing Management and Technology from The Manchester Metropolitan University.