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Baksheesh Singh G.

Project Lead Linux Foundation at Yocto Project

Baksheesh Singh G. has extensive experience in product and solutions management, product marketing, and strategy development. Baksheesh Singh has worked for various companies in the cybersecurity, technology, and consulting industries.

Starting in 2008, Baksheesh worked as an independent consultant, assisting clean tech and networking companies in launching and expanding their businesses globally. Baksheesh Singh focused on branding, marketing, sales, and building channel networks.

From 2010 to 2011, they served as the Director of Marketing and Product Management at Light Squared Labs, where they led worldwide marketing and product strategies for a start-up LED lighting company. Baksheesh Singh also established partnerships and joint ventures for market expansion.

In 2011, Baksheesh co-founded nuovoLED, where they held the role of Co-founder, Product and Business Development Officer. Baksheesh Singh was responsible for product strategy, marketing, global business development, team management, client management, and strategic decision-making.

From 2013 to 2019, Baksheesh worked as a Principal Consultant at Sennergee, specializing in product and market development. Baksheesh Singh provided consulting services across various projects, including IT implementations, supply chain development, client acquisition, and OEM/ODM partnerships.

As an advisor to various start-ups from 2015 to 2019, Baksheesh offered strategic guidance on product strategy, channel development, product marketing, and technology adoption.

From 2019 to 2021, Baksheesh held multiple roles at Tripwire, including Global Strategic Product Line Manager, Lead Product Manager for the APJ region, and Global Strategic Product Manager. In these positions, they focused on product strategy, go-to-market planning, sales enablement, product marketing, and partnership management, with a specific emphasis on IT/OT/ICS cybersecurity solutions.

In 2021, Baksheesh joined Finite State as the Global Sr. Director of Product & GTM Strategy, responsible for driving product strategy and roadmap. Baksheesh Singh also served as the Global Head of Product Marketing & Strategy at Rezilion, leading product marketing, pricing strategy, content creation, and thought leadership initiatives.

Currently, Baksheesh is the Director of Product and Solutions at Fortinet, where they are responsible for growing and defining the company's advanced threat protection and application security portfolio. Their work includes integrating AI/ML-based threat protection, developing software supply chain security solutions, and driving GTM strategies.

Throughout their career, Baksheesh has showcased expertise in AI/ML, cybersecurity technologies, product launches, competitive positioning, demand generation, and market program development.

Baksheesh Singh G. has a diverse education history with a focus on business strategy, innovation, and technology. In 2021, they attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for a course on "Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy."

Baksheesh Singh also completed various executive education programs, including one in "Managing Strategic Innovation" at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, another in "Creating Business Ventures" at INSEAD, and yet another in "Creating Business Ventures" at The Wharton School. These programs suggest their interest in developing strategic and entrepreneurial skills.

Baksheesh earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in an unspecified field, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Marketing from Golden Gate University.

Baksheesh Singh also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in "Information Technology + Systems Management" from the National Institute of Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from Panjab University.

In addition to their formal education, Baksheesh obtained several certifications. Baksheesh Singh achieved the certifications of the "Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3: Certified Associate," "Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2: Certified Associate," and "Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1: Certified Associate" through Fortinet in 2022. Prior to that, in 2021, they received the "PMC Level III" certification from Pragmatic Institute. Baksheesh Singh also acquired "PMC Level II" and "PMC Level I" certifications from Pragmatic Institute earlier in the same year.

From their education history and certifications, it can be inferred that Baksheesh has a strong academic and professional foundation in business strategy, innovation, marketing, and information technology. Their educational background suggests a significant interest in technology-related fields and an emphasis on developing the skills necessary to succeed in the business world.

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  • Project Lead Linux Foundation

    April, 2022 - present