Vinod Kumar has extensive experience in the telecommunications and technology sectors, currently serving as a Council Member with the Forbes Technology Council since 2021 and as an Associate Director at Tata Communications since 2009. In this role, Vinod leads client engagements, business planning, and technical sales consulting, ensuring a thorough understanding of customer requirements and successful solution implementation. Previous positions include Senior Manager, Senior Solutions Architect, and Solution Architect at Tata Communications, showcasing expertise in system integration, business development, and complex telecom solutions. Earlier roles at Maxis Communications and Cisco involved network planning and technical support, while work at AirTight Networks focused on designing secure Wi-Fi access points. Vinod holds a Master's degree in Telecommunications Management from the International Institute of Information Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad.