Viral Tripathi

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DISC Type : SD

Chief Information Officer at C1

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Viral Tripathi is a global executive and the Chief Information Officer at C1, driving business growth through AI, Cloud, and Data. An alumnus of the University of Cambridges Executive MBA program, he has extensive experience across the US, UK, and India. Colleagues describe him as professional, knowledgeable, and calm under pressure.

A former colleague uniquely described him as both a "Technology whizz" and a "Video star. "

Personality Overview

Planner & Achiever

Decisive But Calm

Long-Term Thinker

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

Creating Enterprise Value
His recent focus, reinforced by board conversations and his Harvard studies, is on ensuring technology moves the business forward and delivers measurable impact.
AI-Driven Transformation
He has a track record of leveraging AI to modernize systems, boost productivity, and enable new business models in his leadership roles.
Executive Education
He recently completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, focusing on strategy, leadership, and creating value.

Media Appearances

Viral has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2024
Chief Information Officer at C1
7-2022 - 10-2024
Global CIO at Ascendion
7-2020 - 10-2024
Global CIO at Collabera Inc.
12-2019 - 7-2020
Chief Technology Officer at Collabera Inc.
7-2012 - 12-2019
Director, CIO Advisory (Management Consulting) at KPMG

Education

Education details unavailable from Harvard Business School
2009 - 2011
Executive MBA from University of Cambridge

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Insights For Selling To Viral

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Viral 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 Viral

  • 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 Viral move?

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

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

You And Viral

Personality Compatibility


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