Jacob Thomas

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President at Good Shepherd International School

Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India

Overview

Jacob Thomas is the President of Good Shepherd International School (GSIS), blending a long career in technology at firms like NetApp with a passion for education. He focuses on reimagining education for the future by embedding technology and 21st-century skills. Colleagues describe him as a "wicked smart, " "strategic thinker, " and "decisive leader. "

After more than two decades in the tech industry, Jacob returned to his roots to lead the school founded by his parents. He is passionate about preparing students to lead with character and courage. In a 2024 speech, he revealed a deep appreciation for art, which he studied as an elective at university.

Unique fact: Jacob inherited the legacy of leading GSIS from his late father, the schools founder, Dr. P. C. Thomas.

Personality Overview

Confident & Optimistic

Generous

Fast Adopter

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials. They usually prefer to drive the conversation.

Topics They Care About

Future of Education
He frequently speaks on reimagining education, blending academic excellence with real-world experiences and global exposure to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world.
AI in Education
Actively discusses implementing AI and technology as tools to augment teaching processes and enhance productivity for both educators and students at GSIS.
Values-Driven Leadership
Emphasizes the importance of leading with character, compassion, and courage, a philosophy he applies to both his leadership at the school and student development.

Media Appearances

Jacob has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2020
President at Good Shepherd International School
3-2014 - 9-2020
Senior Director - WW Channel Partner Services at NetApp
5-2013 - 3-2014
Senior Director, Technical Support APAC at NetApp
4-2009 - 4-2013
Senior Director, Customer Support Enablement Technologies at NetApp
Director - Global Support, Top Enterprise Accounts at Netapp

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from University of Massachusetts Lowell

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Exp : 18 Location : Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : President at Good Shepherd International School
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Insights For Selling To Jacob

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jacob is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jacob

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jacob move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Jacob take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Jacob

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