Speakers

Nirmal is a technology leader specializing in data, artificial intelligence, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure. His deep technical expertise is demonstrated by his foundational work leading the development of early Rackspace Cloud Database and Big Data products. As CTO, he is responsible for the technology strategy and development of AI solutions, guiding the engineering roadmap and vision for Rackspace. His current focus is on driving the company's AI transformation initiatives and helping enterprise customers across healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing accelerate their AI journeys. Nirmal bridges the gap between powerful, complex technologies and the practical business outcomes customers require—ensuring that AI solutions deliver tangible, real-world value.