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SALICE THOMAS

Salice Thomas is a passionate and results-driven business professional with an accomplished career in Marketing, Sales, Strategy, P&L management, Engineering, Technologies, Alliances, Joint GTM, incubating new initiatives and in servicing products from chip-to-cloud at a global level delivering impactful results in fast-paced environments. I have over 25 years of extensive business and engineering experience in various industry verticals like Automotive, Media & Telecom, Health care & Medical devices, Printing & Imaging, Semiconductor, Compute, Storage and Retail.... I have established successful business engagements and delivery centers in various continents combining technology, process, operation and innovative commercial models to deliver business impact for my customers.
I have extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams across multiple geographies like North Americas, Europe, LATAM, Japan, APAC, India, etc. Currently, I am the general manager and sector head for automotive engineering business for Wipro Limited and managing Fortune 100 strategic clients globally in the Automotive vertical. I am an engineering graduate by profession,additionally holds 4 Postgraduate degrees, 3 Postgraduate diplomas, and over 15 certifications in business management, engineering, and operations disciplines. Outside of work, I spend my time in Learning, Traveling, Movies, and social & community activities. I am a permanent resident of Japan and Canada. Things I cares about the most are Diversity, Equality, Poverty & Child Labor.
Residence and language
Salice is a Japanese and Canadian permanent resident. He can handle five languages say English, Japanese, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam.
Industry experience in detail
Health Care & Medical devices: 8 Years
Printing & Imaging, Compute, Storage, Peripheral (HiTech): 8 Years
Life science: 4 Years
Automotive: 4 Years
Media & Entertainment: 4 Years
Manufacturing & Industrial Automation: 3 Year
Telecom: 2 Years
Domain / Technology Experience
Mechanical design, Hardware design, Semiconductor/VLSI, Embedded software, Device drivers, IOT, I4.0, Additive manufacturing, PLMs, MES, SCADA, ADAS, SDV, Cloud, AI/ML, GenAI, Application software, system software, distributed computing, Mobile Apps, Quality assurance, CMMI, ISO Standards, Automotive standards, regulatory certification & compliance, Connectivity.
Functional/operational Experience
Consulting, P&L owner, Strategy, Sales, Marketing, presales, innovation, Bid manager, Practice management, Large deal pursuits, Global Delivery Management, Operations, HR, Software Engineering Process Group (SEPG).

Wipro

General Manager & Business Head - Wipro Automotive Engineering

Aug 2015 - Present

Troy, Michigan, United States · Hybrid

Wipro Automotive engineering is part of the Wipro Engineering Edge global business line. My role is of a General Manager and Sector Business Head where I shall be responsible for business portfolio management, P&L, innovation, driving growth, improving operational efficiency, Alliance & Partnerships, key account management, business development, consulting, technical sales, contract management, negotiations, customer relationship management and team management for the automotive vertical under Wipro Engineering Edge global business line.
Key Service Offering
Integrated Cockpit Development (IVI, Cluster, HMI, RSE, UX, Voice, Display, Framework, Safety)
Instrument Clusters (Vehicle Processors, HMI, Animation, 2D/3D, graphics)
Autonomous Driving Technologies (ADAS, algorithms, sensors, SDV architecture, simulation)
Connected vehicles (TCU, V2X, OTA, CNF, platform, cloud, AI/ML, mobile apps etc.)
Body Electronics (HIL / SIL / MIL Testing, Cyber Security, AUTOSAR Etc.)
Connectivity & Telematics (Bluetooth, Smartphone, 5G, Internet, Networking)
Electrification (Electric Vehicle Technologies, modeling, Algorithm, Battery Management, SW development)
Digital Engineering & Hardware development (HW design and development, Industrial IOT, Digital Twins, PLM, MES, Additive manufacturing)
Mechanical Design (CAD, CAE design, simulations)
Manufacturing Plant design and Line installation
Weare house design and installation
Quality Assurance (Automation and Testing)
Safety and Compliances (Cybersecurity, AUTOSAR, Safety, Product compliance)
Domain / Technology Experience
Hardware & Mechanical design, VLSI, Embedded software, Device drivers, Cloud, AI/ML, GenAI, UI/UX, 2D/3D graphics, Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), Software Defined Vehicle (SDV), Self Diving technologies, Electric vehicles, Hybrid vehicles, Battery management solutions, Connectivity, XaaS, IOT, I4.0, 3D printing, PLMs, MES, SCADA, ADAS, SDV, Application software and services, Mobile Apps, Automotive Spice, AUTOSAR, Safety, Quality assurance, SPICE Automotive standards, regulatory certification & compliance.
General Manager & Global Client Partner, Wipro Engineering (Hitech)

Jun 2023 - Dec 2024

Mountain View, California, United States · Hybrid

My role is of a General Manager and Global Client Partner where I shall be responsible for business portfolio management, P&L, innovation, driving growth, improving operational efficiency, Alliance & Partnerships, key account management, business development, consulting, technical sales, contract management, negotiations, customer relationship management and team management for the Hitech vertical under Wipro Engineering Edge global business line. I was the P&L owner for a portfolio of accounts including multiple fortune 100 customers operating globally.
Key Achievements: I was able to multifold the revenue and booking during my term while improving the margins. Successfully started and managed business and delivery operations in multiple geographies including Brazil, Spain, Korea, Singapore and India.
Key Practice offerings: Printing and Imaging, Storage, Compute, Telecom and networking, Life science, XaaS, Security, 5G, Cloud, AI/ML, IIOT, PLM, HW/Mech design, Retails solutions, Payment solutions, Test automation & testing.
Sr. Director & Global Client Partner - Strategic Business(HiTech), Engineering and R&D Services

Dec 2019 - Aug 2023

Mountain View, California, United States · Hybrid

I was running the engineering business for Mega Gama accounts in the HiTech vertical. The portfolio, offerings, practices etc are same as above. Refer General Manager & Global Client Partner, Wipro Engineering (HiTech) for the roles and responsibilities
Global Client Partner - Mega Gama Accounts, Industrial & Engineering Services

June 2016 - Nov 2019

Portland, OR, USA

Responsible for the Connected Devices engineering business - Portfolio includes customers in Printing & imaging, Point of sales(POS), Wearable, Payment, Document management & Workflows and Personal systems. Apart from conventional engineering services, my key focus areas are Digital transformation, 3D printing/Additive Manufacturing, IOT, Cloud, Mobility, Blockchain, DevOps, Automation, Industry 4.0, Analytics, AI/ML and Crowd Sourcing.
Regional Delivery Head - Japan & APAC, Product Engineering Services

Apr 2014 - May 2016

Tokyo, Japan

As the Engineering Software Delivery Head for Japan and the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, Salice had been responsible for the end-to-end delivery management of product engineering services across key markets, including Japan, Korea, and Singapore, serving industries such as automotive, Industrial automation, storage and computing, Engineering design services, consumer electronics, peripherals, semiconductors, and medical devices. In this strategic role, I was managing delivery for high-profile accounts such as RICOH, Toshiba Tech, SONY, Toshiba Semi, Renesas, LG Korea, Denso, Suzuki, Continental Singapore, Olympus, Panasonic, Fujitsu, NEC, Johnson controls, JVC, Fujifilm medical, Mitsubishi, LG and Clarion. Responsibilities include delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programs on time, within scope, and budget, while driving project reviews, addressing escalations, and turning around challenged projects. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, implement relevant new technologies, and build winning solutions and proposals for proactive and reactive customer engagements. Key aspects of the role involve managing CXO-level stakeholder relationships, leading a diverse and highly skilled team in an onsite-offshore model, and driving employee lifecycle processes, including induction, progression, and HR interventions. I was driving the delivery lead business growth across existing accounts to sustain and grow the run business. I have been working closely with the sales and presales for winning new logos and deals. With a focus on excellence, this role ensured seamless delivery, fosters innovation, and strengthens Wipro's position in the region.
Program Manager / Account Manager

Dec 2007 - Mar 2014

Tokyo, Japan

During this period Salice Thomas was managing different research and development customers like SONY corporation, CIMIC Clinical Research, Olympus life science, and Fujifilm. I was responsible for account growth, presales, delivery management, quality, process, team management, planning, and customer satisfaction. During this term, Salice led multiple end to end digital transformation programs for various clients. Key projects were the development of SONY music unlimited and video unlimited platforms and software development for various SONY products like Mobile, Play Station, TV, Blue Ray player, etc. I was also involved in health care and life science transformational product development and consulting for Olympus and Fujifilm.

Salice Online

Founder - www.saliceonline.com

Apr 2024 - Present

As the founder of Salice Online, a nonprofit platform, I am dedicated to making high-quality knowledge platform accessible to everyone, anywhere. Salice Online serves as a global hub for management professionals, technologists, academicians, and students, offering free access to expertly curated articles on management and technology, engaging quizzes, and impactful research papers. Driven by the belief that education is a universal right, our mission is to break barriers to learning and foster a global community of learners. By providing resources that promote collaboration, innovation, and intellectual growth, Salice Online empowers individuals to advance their careers, enrich their academic pursuits, and explore new ideas. Through this initiative, I strive to inspire and connect a diverse audience, leveraging expert insights and interactive tools to create a platform where knowledge knows no boundaries. Join me in building a world where education is free, inclusive, and limitless. Let's foster growth, drive innovation, and create opportunities for all.

University of San Francisco School of Management

Advisory Board Member

Feb 2024 - Present

San Francisco, California, United States

Forbes Business Development Council

Lead Member - Forbes Councils Official

Apr 2024 - Present

California, United States

Salice is an official Member Leader of the Forbes Business Council leading the Customer Experience (CX) group. CX is very critical for Business Executives because it directly impacts key areas that drive business growth and sustainability. The Forbes Customer Experience Group is an esteemed team of CXOs and experts from all industry verticals and corporates.

QuEST Global (erstwhile NeST Software)

Program/Account Manager

Sep 1998 - Nov 2007

California, United States

Instrumental in building the largest healthcare account in a short a short span of time. Handled multiple onsite and offshore roles in building the largest account from a 9-member project to a 550-member account. - Developed and deployed standard SCADA systems for power generation and distribution for Japanese clients. The platform is customized for various power plants. - Major Clients: Cannon Medical Systems( erstwhile Toshiba Medicals), Hitachi Power Systems, Toshiba Power Systems - Domains: Medical Devices, Radiology, DICOM, Industrial automation, SCADA systems, Process automation.