Member Since 2021
Irfan Khan
CLOUDSUFI
California
Irfan Khan is the CEO and President of CLOUDSUFI and serves on its board of directors. He is responsible for building CLOUDSUFI into a powerful organization focused on eliminating the gap between “Human Intuition” and “Data-Backed Decisions”. Irfan is an Innovator and Angel Investor. An accomplished industry veteran, he has over two decades of leadership experience in large and medium-sized organizations. Irfan is recognized for building customer-centric organizations and driving business transformation. He has deep expertise in leading and managing turnaround growth strategies in business-to-business environments. His unique blend of experience in Strategic Planning, Field Execution, and Performance Optimization has helped shape organizations in building existing lines of business, launching new geographies and product lines. His decisive leadership has been a key factor in new market identification and strategic positioning. Before joining CLOUDSUFI, Irfan was the CEO and President of Bristlecone and was responsible for the record turn-around of the company over 60 months to a world-renowned supply chain brand. He has previously held leadership roles at Microsoft and Hughes Software, where he successfully led organizational changes and process improvement in markets across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.
SKILLS
- Strategy
- Enterprise Software
- Business Process
RECENT CONTENT
September 1st, 2022
Launching a podcast? Try these 14 tips for greater exposure
Brands that want to capitalize on the popularity of podcasts need a solid strategy for reaching and growing an audience.
August 30th, 2022
13 competitive benefits even new businesses can offer
Salary alone isn't enough to attract and retain top talent amid the Great Recession. You need great benefits, too.
February 3rd, 2022
9 tips that cultivate team (and individual) creativity
If you're going through a rough patch generating new ideas for your next big launch, consider these tried and true methods.
February 3rd, 2022
How to defuse a tense business situation and stop stressing
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January 27th, 2022
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No matter how limited your business budget is, every company should find room for these essential line items.
January 26th, 2022
Here's how to keep a consistent tone in your external content
If you're outsourcing your content creation efforts, it's important to ensure your brand "voice" is consistent.
January 25th, 2022
On a tight budget? 9 unconventional ways to generate leads
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January 13th, 2022
16 signs of a toxic work environment (and how to address the root issue)
Negativity on the job leads to critical issues for leadership and their staff members.
January 11th, 2022
Here's how to make key leadership meetings more meaningful
Give the right leaders a creative space to help move your organization forward in the new year.
January 6th, 2022
12 in-demand technical hires leaders want to make in 2022
As companies seek to win the war for tech talent, here are the positions business leaders want to fill in the new year.
December 17th, 2021
10 key questions to ask before signing that 'big-name' client
A large potential client with instant brand-name recognition could boost your company's profile, but make sure the contract is worth your while before rushing to sign.
December 3rd, 2021
15 smart strategies for setting clear employee expectations
Clear expectations are essential for managers to get the results they want while empowering employees to do their best work.
December 2nd, 2021
14 strategies to get your content in front of the right audience
The best content in the world won't have a positive impact on your audience—or your bottom line—if nobody sees it.
November 30th, 2021
11 must-know business travel hacks for jet-set entrepreneurs
If you’ll soon be getting back in the skies or on the road for business travel, take note of these smart tips.
November 4th, 2021
16 common but bad habits every leader should avoid
Some regular practices may seem harmless but can hinder your effectiveness as a leader.
November 3rd, 2021
15 ways e-commerce businesses can thrive in the ‘off-season’
The holiday season may bring an influx of sales to your e-commerce business, but the right strategies can keep your customers coming back even in the off-season.
November 1st, 2021
Entrepreneurs share 9 companies with admirable DEI efforts
If you're not sure how to begin bolstering your organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, take a page from the books of these nine companies.
October 18th, 2021
15 ways a CEO can build a personal online reputation that boosts their business
When it comes to getting the word out about your business, your own online reputation can be a boon—if you manage it carefully.
October 6th, 2021
16 successful entrepreneurs share advice they wish they'd been given when starting their companies
No entrepreneur starts their business journey knowing everything, so it helps to have some hints from those who have walked the path before them.
October 1st, 2021
Physician burnout in healthcare: Quo vadis?
Advanced medical technologies can significantly reduce physician fatigue, but they must be tailored to the implementation environment.
September 29th, 2021
14 effective ways to use livestreaming to build a community around your brand
The growing popularity of livestreamed video content can give businesses a great new way to connect with customers.
September 21st, 2021
15 simple, practical tips for learning valuable new business skills
Smart professionals know there's always an opportunity to learn more and hone new skills in the business world.
September 15th, 2021
16 actions to avoid when meeting with an underperforming team member
A conversation with an underperforming employee is a delicate situation that must be handled with care.
September 9th, 2021
16 effective management practices for leading remote teams
Leading a remote team can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can keep your team aligned and productive no matter where they’re located.
COMPANY INFO
CLOUDSUFI
We exist to eliminate the gap between “Human Intuition” and “Data-Backed Decisions”! Data is the new oxygen, and we believe no organization can live without it. We partner with our customers to get to the core of their problems, enable the data supply chain and help them monetize their data. We make enterprise data dance! Our work elevates the quality of lives for our family, customers, partners and the community. The human values that we display in all our interactions are of: Passion – we are committed in heart and head Integrity – we are real, honest and, fair Empathy – we understand business isn’t just B2B, or B2C, it is H2H i.e. Human to Human Boldness – we have the courage to think and do differently The CLOUDSUFI Foundation embraces the power of legacy and wisdom of those who have helped laid the foundation for all of us, our seniors. We believe in their abilities and we pledge to equip them, to provide them jobs, and to bring them sufi joy.
AREA OF FOCUS
- Data supply chain
- Time value of data
- Health and life sciences
INDUSTRY
Technology