San Francisco Bay Area
Global technology and transformation executive, board member, and operator with a track record of helping companies scale through periods of rapid growth, business model evolution, and enterprise transformation. Brings deep experience advising executive teams and boards on strategy execution, operational scaling, cybersecurity and enterprise risk, digital transformation, M&A, and technology-enabled growth across public and private companies. Over the course of his career, Tejas has helped build and transform category-leading businesses across climate technology, SaaS, IoT, cloud, and consumer technology, including leadership roles at Fluence Energy, Arlo Technologies, and NETGEAR. He has led organizations through IPO readiness, global operational scaling, subscription business transformation, complex enterprise modernization, and international expansion while building high-performing global teams and durable operating models. Recognized for bringing a pragmatic operator’s perspective to boardrooms, with experience spanning audit committee responsibilities, cybersecurity oversight, enterprise risk management, AI adoption, and large-scale transformation initiatives. Combines financial and governance grounding as a Chartered Accountant with hands-on leadership across technology, product, commercial operations, and P&L management. Currently serves on the board of The Middleby Corporation and advises founders, CEOs, and boards on growth acceleration, organizational design, and transformation through Palo Alto Labs. Passionate about helping companies navigate inflection points and create long-term enterprise value. Specialties: Large-scale business and digital transformation strategy and successful execution. Enterprise Risk Management Product Management, P&L Management, Software Development, Business Development, Subscription Business Management, Digital Growth, and Engagement IPO preparation and startup growth experience M&A, divestiture due diligence, and execution Building high-performing, scalable, agile, and diverse teams Business-focused technology strategy and architecture formulation Experience migrating to and operating cloud platforms at scale
Co-founded and leads Palo Alto Labs, advising founders, boards, and executive teams on scaling companies through inflection points, including growth acceleration, operating model design, and enterprise transformation. Works hands-on with CEOs and leadership teams on strategy execution, organizational design, M&A readiness, and building durable businesses at the intersection of technology, products, and markets. Acts as an operator-partner rather than a traditional advisor, bringing decades of P&L, GM, and enterprise leadership experience.
Audit Committee Member
Led enterprise-wide transformation at a hyper-growth global climate technology company, operating at the intersection of commercial execution, operations, finance, and technology. Partnered closely with the executive team to scale operating models, integrate product and go-to-market motions, and professionalize global finance and supply chain capabilities to support rapid growth. Played a central role in driving execution discipline, cross-functional alignment, and operational readiness across a complex, global organization delivering large-scale energy storage solutions.
As the Global Chief Information Officer at Fluence Energy, a leader in renewable energy and climate technology, he is spearheading a corporate transformation program focused on scaling a hyper-growth global climate tech solutions business. He developed and executed a multi-year technology strategy that integrates product categories and operating models, while leading initiatives in finance and supply chain transformation. His efforts include the implementation of SAP S4 HANA ERP and the establishment of a comprehensive cybersecurity program addressing global compliance and security needs.