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Strategic Consulting Council

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Lydonia’s Strategic Consulting Council is a select  group of former C-level executives, senior Digital, Data and Intelligent Automation practitioners, and business process transformation leaders with real-world experience successfully leading organizations and driving documented business results.

We realize that most organizations find it difficult to drive true transformation rapidly. We know that almost all organizations struggle to fully take advantage of the unique inflection point that we see today across a breadth of digital technologies – the transition from “technical feasibility” to business-empowering simplicity.  We help solve those challenges rapidly with immediate returns for our clients.

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Neeloy Bhattacharyya

Senior Strategic Consultant

Former VP of Customer Experience · VCE

Neeloy is a seasoned CX leader and former Vice President of Customer Experience with over 20 years of experience. He has successfully driven transformation and executed product strategies for hundreds of customers.

Neeloy has led pre-sales and post-sales teams in high-growth environments, including VCE, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the business from $0 to over $1B in full-year sales within four years.

A global leader, Neeloy has built and managed teams, providing both people and thought leadership across IT, Business Operations, Procurement, Sales, Marketing, and P&L management.

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Gary Cao

Senior Strategic Consultant

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Gary is a corporate leader with 20+ years of experience in data and analytics, serving as an executive strategist across multiple industries. He is currently the enterprise analytics strategist at Chief Analytics Officer Advisory.

As a serial founder of internal data analytics startups at eight organizations, Gary has advanced analytics maturity at companies including Akron Children’s Hospital, U.S. Venture, Cardinal Health, Equifax, Anthem, Express, Chase, and Bank of America.

He advises CEOs and Boards on AI, ML, and data strategy, serving as a fractional or interim Chief AI Officer or Chief Data and Analytics Officer, and specializes in designing AI-driven roadmaps and delivering measurable ROI.

Eli Efrat

Eli Efrat

Senior Strategic Consultant

Former CEO & Board Member

Eli is a seasoned CEO and Board Member with over 25 years of experience spanning start-ups and global enterprises in technology, Enterprise IT, mobile solutions, and interactive media.

A strategic leader, Eli excels at providing vision and guidance, fostering team alignment, and optimizing product and service delivery to maximize customer success.

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Todd Foley

Chief Digital Officer & Chief Information Security Officer

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Todd leads Lydonia Technologies’ Automation, Business Consulting, and Security Professional Services. With over 20 years of experience, he drives innovation to help clients transform and thrive in the digital economy.

Previously, Todd was CEO of Business Progress Automation, CTO at Dell Technologies, President of Business and Technology Associates, Technical Director at Technology Advisers, and a Principal Consultant at Xerox Connect. His expertise spans business process automation, professional services, and M&A integration.

Kieran Gilmurray

Kieran Gilmurray

Senior Strategic Consultant

Published Author & Speaker

Kieran is an intelligent automation and analytics expert with over 25 years of experience in digital transformation. He has built automation programs, set strategy, and led teams to drive measurable impact.

A published author and sought-after speaker, Kieran has helped businesses leverage technology and analytics to generate hundreds of millions in value. He is a recognized thought leader in automation, AI, and business process optimization.

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Russ Rubino

Senior Strategic Consultant

Former Head of Marketing · NYSE & Nasdaq

Russ is a marketing and communications leader with over 30 years of experience in B2C and B2B marketing, specializing in financial services.

As Head of Marketing at both the Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, he led IPO marketing for major companies, including Snap, AXA, and Blue Buffalo. He has also consulted extensively across the financial services industry.

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Norm Simmonds

Senior Strategic Consultant

Former CIO & Founder, ITWorx Singapore

Norm has over 25 years of experience in IT and business management, leading enterprise automation and IT transformation initiatives.

During his tenure at Dell/EMC, he led the Dell Operations Automation COE, scaling automation across business units. Prior roles include CIO, Managing Director, and Founder of ITWorx Singapore, with deep expertise in IT strategy and business process automation.

Norm holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from Nichols College, graduating Magna Cum Laude.

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Kristina Walsh

Senior Strategic Consultant

Hedge Fund & Financial Services Executive

Kristina has over 22 years of senior management experience in hedge funds and financial services.

She has held leadership roles at IPC, Cantor Fitzgerald, Merlin Securities, and Connecticut Capital Management, specializing in business consulting, onboarding, and investor relations.

Kristina holds a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Tony Zupa

Tony Zupa

Advisory Strategic Consultant

Global IT & Business Operations Executive

Tony is a dynamic executive with over 25 years of global leadership experience in IT, Business Operations, Sales, Marketing, and Procurement.

He specializes in strategic business development, staff development, and leveraging technology to drive customer-centric solutions. With deep expertise in Financial and Energy Management verticals, Tony has a track record of exceeding business goals through innovation, execution, and strong industry relationships.

Add to Calendar 12/8/2021 06:00 PM 12/8/2021 09:00 pm America/Massachusetts Bots and Brews with Lydonia Technologies On December 8, Kevin Scannell, Founder & CEO, Lydonia Technologies, will moderate a panel discussion about the many benefits our customers gain with RPA.
Joining Kevin are our customers:
  • James Guidry, Head – Intelligent Process Automation CoE, Acushnet Company
  • Norman Simmonds, Director, Enterprise Automation Expérience Architecture, Dell TechnologiesErin
  • Cummings, CIO, Norfolk & Dedham Group

We hope to see you at Trillium Brewing on December 8 for craft beer, great food, and a lively RPA discussion!
Trillium Brewing, 100 Royall Street, Canton, MA