At HCLSoftware, Amit Gupta has dual responsibilities: As Chief Partner Officer, Amit is accountable for setting the vision and execution strategy for HCLSoftware's Business Partner Ecosystem which is comprised of four pillars: Regional Business Partners, GSI & MSP, OEM & ISV, and Hyper-scalers. With more than 25 years of tech sales experience at HCLTech and HCLSoftware, Amit brings a unique ‘partner-first’ mindset to recruit and engage a diverse partner ecosystem for mutual success. As Global Head of DRYiCE (TM), the AI & Intelligent Automation business segment at HCLSoftware, Amit is accountable for spearheading the overall GTM strategy and day-to-day execution. Under his leadership, DRYiCE develops and offers a complete suite of AI-infused software to the marketplace, addressing enterprise IT and business operations value chain. A firm believer in building strong organizations that outlast leaders, Amit’s ‘Participative’ leadership style has led DRYiCE to become arguably the fastest growing and profitable business within a short span of 5 years – delivering appx. 18% CAGR, 283+ clients, 30+ patent grants, and 23 awards & recognitions. Amit is a frequent speaker and invited panelist on several global industry forums.