Sanjeev Saxena

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Corporate Vice President, Growth AI Platform at Persistent Systems

Cupertino, California, United States

Overview

Sanjeev Saxena is the Corporate Vice President for the Growth AI Platform at Persistent Systems, specializing in enterprise-scale AI transformation. With over 20 years of experience, he focuses on combining bold strategy with human-centered leadership. Colleagues describe him as an empathetic, wise, and compassionate leader who excels at cross-team partnership.

He is a certified Life Coach and Executive Coach, reflecting his deep passion for unlocking human potential. This unique blend of technology leadership and personal development coaching defines his professional identity and approach.

Personality Overview

Output-Driven

Planner & Achiever

Dynamic But Sincere

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

AI-driven Value
His role and posts focus on using AI to transform organizations, unlock productivity, and create measurable, enterprise-scale value.
Unlocking Potential
A core theme in his work, supported by his certifications as a Life Coach and Executive Coach, focusing on empowering people through change.
Human-centric Leadership
He champions a "people-first" approach to transformation, aiming to build resilient cultures where employees feel supported and inspired.

Media Appearances

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Work History

5-2025
Corporate Vice President, Growth AI Platform at Persistent Systems
1-2023 - 5-2025
VP, Growth and Governance at Persistent Systems
1-2018 - 7-2022
Sr Director, Business and Talent Partner at Yahoo
3-2015 - 12-2017
Senior Director - Organization Effectiveness & Talent Programs at Yahoo
3-2011 - 2-2015
Director - Talent and Org Development-International (APAC, LATAM, EMEA) at Yahoo

Education

2014 - 2015
One year Leadership and General Management from INSEAD
1998 - 2000
MBA from SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

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Insights For Selling To Sanjeev

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Sanjeev is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Sanjeev

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Sanjeev move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Sanjeev take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Sanjeev

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