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Akshatha  Shet

Akshatha Shet

Summary

Dynamic Client Executive with a proven track record at Rackspace Technology, driving million‑dollar revenue growth through strategic account planning and consultative selling. Expert in cloud platforms and data‑driven decision‑making, with strong experience engaging C‑suite stakeholders and delivering tailored AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and solve complex business challenges.

Overview

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1
Certification
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12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Client Executive -Strategic Engagements

Rackspace Technology
, GCC
04.2025 - Current

·Built and scaled the Enterprise sales function from scratch based out of India, including hiring/team setup, GTM motion, operating rhythm, pipeline discipline, and sales governance.

·Key Strengths include - Managing Relationships with Attention to Detail, Delivering Value and Differentiation to Solve Client Needs & Identifying Ambitious Goals to Improve Team Engagement.

·Building Long term customer relationships for Value and Outcome Based selling.

·Lead solution selling across AWS, Azure, GCP, M365 and ecosystem platforms including AI, Security, Tessell, Rubrik, Uniphore, Cloud Flare, Palantir and other partners.

·Delivered 95-120% quota achievement for the last 6 consecutive quarters through structured execution, forecasting discipline, and focused account planning.

·Major FY25 wins include $2.3M, $1.8M, and $1.1M across Infrastructure, data, AI, modernization & managed services.

·Lead solution selling across AWS, Azure, GCP, M365 and ecosystem platforms including AI, Security, Tessell, Rubrik, Uniphore, Cloud Flare, Palantir and other partners.

·Engage CXO and senior business stakeholders to shape transformation roadmaps, differentiate Rackspace capabilities, and create long-term client relatio

Country Sales Manager

Sycomp Technologies
10.2017 - 12.2024

·Built and scaled the MM & SMB sales function from scratch based out of India, including hiring/team setup, GTM motion, operating rhythm, pipeline discipline, and sales governance.

·Key Strengths include - Managing Relationships with Attention to Detail, Delivering Value and Differentiation to Solve Client Needs & Identifying Ambitious Goals to Improve Team Engagement.

·Building Long term customer relationships for Value and Outcome Based selling.

·Lead solution selling across AWS, Azure, GCP, M365 and ecosystem platforms including AI, Security, Tessell, Rubrik, Uniphore, Cloud Flare, Palantir and other partners.

·Delivered 95-120% quota achievement for the last 6 consecutive quarters through structured execution, forecasting discipline, and focused account planning.

·Major FY25 wins include $2.3M, $1.8M, and $1.1M across Infrastructure, data, AI, modernization & managed services.

·Lead solution selling across AWS, Azure, GCP, M365 and ecosystem platforms including AI, Security, Tessell, Rubrik, Uniphore, Cloud Flare, Palantir and other partners.

·Engage CXO and senior business stakeholders to shape transformation roadmaps, differentiate Rackspace capabilities, and create long-term client relationships.

Sales & Business Development Manager: Enterprise

Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2015 - 01.2017
  • Specialized in bid management for Enterprise Risk & Security, providing solutions, frameworks, and commercials for large IT outsourcing bids.
  • Worked with enterprise architects and business analysts to deliver security solutions across industries.
  • Managed strategic engagements across EU with responsibility for account growth, P&L, customer satisfaction, and business value.
  • Won large strategic deals for Fortune 100/500 companies across retail, oil & gas, testing & certification, and software.
  • Led €50M+ infrastructure and security deals for major global enterprises including a Fortune 30 IT company, European automotive manufacturer, and global cosmetics brand.

Business Analyst

Cisco
05.2014 - 01.2015
  • Built model libraries and reusable knowledge assets for streamlined business intelligence.
  • Analyzed business drivers and presented insights to leadership.
  • Instituted contingency plans ensuring business continuity.
  • Promoted enterprise‑level risk management practices.
  • Supported predictive analysis requirements for QA teams.

Education

A-Levels - Senior Executive Leadership Program

Harvard Business School
Boston
01-2026

Diploma of Higher Education - Strategic Management

Indian Institute of Science
Bengaluru
01-2017

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

M S Ramaiah institute of Technology
Bengaluru, KA
01-2014

Skills

  • Relationship Management
  • Account Planning & Strategy
  • Consultative Selling
  • IT & Digital Transformation
  • Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Data & AI
  • Security & Compliance
  • Enterprise IT Infrastructure
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Stakeholder Alignment
  • Team Collaboration
  • Data‑Driven Decision Making
  • Strategic Forecasting
  • Financial Acumen

Certification

  • Cisco, IBM, Dell – Enterprise IT & Sales
  • Microsoft Certified Professional – Azure Fundamentals
  • Microsoft AI Transformational Leader
  • AWS Business Professional
  • AWS Security Fundamentals
  • Google Fundamentals 101
  • CBT Training for Beginners

Timeline

Senior Client Executive -Strategic Engagements

Rackspace Technology
04.2025 - Current

Country Sales Manager

Sycomp Technologies
10.2017 - 12.2024

Sales & Business Development Manager: Enterprise

Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2015 - 01.2017

Business Analyst

Cisco
05.2014 - 01.2015

A-Levels - Senior Executive Leadership Program

Harvard Business School

Diploma of Higher Education - Strategic Management

Indian Institute of Science

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

M S Ramaiah institute of Technology
Akshatha Shet