Dr. Damodar Sahu

🚀 Co-Founder & CGO @ Data Safeguard Inc. | AI Powered SaaS Startup in Data Privacy 🌐 | Marketing, Ecosystems & Partnerships, Analyst & Investor Relations | Angel Investor | 🏆 Bhartiya Seva Ratna Awardee | 🏆 Odia Pride Honoree (Odia Asmita Samman)

Damodar's journey from a small town in Odisha, India, to a renowned leader is a story of resilience and commitment. Rooted in humble beginnings, he learned the value of hard work and the challenges faced by students in similar situations. Founder of "MuliaSmarak," a Personal Social Responsibility (PSR) initiative supporting Education to the underprivileged students in Odisha, India.

🌟 Renowned "People Connector" expert championing "Better Together" and "Powering Growth" through partnerships. 28 years of cross-functional leadership in partnerships, market development, and business expansion across tech and managed services.

🛠️ Manages relationships with diverse stakeholders: advisors, analysts, investors, and executives across Cloud Service Providers, Key Technology Partners, and ISVs/IHVs/MSPs. Pioneering member of Wipro's Aftermarket Service Transformation and AutoInsights start-ups. Chief Growth Officer at Data Safeguard Inc., leading global growth strategy in marketing, partnerships, investor relations, and analyst engagement. Drives partner sales, emphasizing co-innovation, collaboration, and strategic co-investment for future growth.

🏅 Recognitions:

LinkedIn Top Voice | Thinkers360 Thought Leader | Startup Mentor | Bhartiya Seva Ratna Awardee | Odia Asmita Samman (Odia Pride Honor) | Conferred with Honoris Causa PhD & DLitt. | World Peace Ambassador.

Skills: Partnerships & Alliances, GTM Strategy, SaaS Sales, Industry 4.0, Service Transformation.