Digital Transformation Long-Term

Akshay Sura

Senior Engineering Leader Digital Transformation & Infrastructure Expert

Email: **********@*****.*** • Location: Temecula, CA

Executive Summary

Experienced engineering leader with 27+ years of managing large-scale technical programs, including digital transformation, infrastructure modernization, and enterprise systems implementation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multimillion-dollar capital projects, and deliver reliable, sustainable systems that serve the public good. Deeply committed to improving community outcomes through strategic planning, operational excellence, and technology leadership. Based in Temecula and passionate about contributing to the long-term success of the region’s water and environmental services.

Core Competencies

• Capital Project Management • Engineering Team Leadership • Public Utility Systems

• Water Infrastructure Strategy • Regulatory Compliance • Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• Stakeholder Collaboration • Process Improvement • Cross-Agency Coordination

• Community-Focused Leadership • Agile Execution • Technical Mentorship

Professional Experience

Engineering Lead – Konabos Inc.

June 2018 – December 2024

Provide strategic leadership for a global engineering consultancy delivering infrastructure, systems, and platform modernization projects to clients across healthcare, public service, and enterprise sectors. Lead multidisciplinary teams in project planning, stakeholder alignment, and vendor management. Oversaw high-impact, multimillion-dollar programs involving infrastructure upgrades and system redesigns. Responsible for maintaining engineering excellence, quality standards, and long-term operational efficiency.

Director, Digital Platform – Focus Brands

Nov 2016 – June 2018

Directed cross-functional platform modernization efforts across multiple global brands. Led initiatives to improve service delivery, system resiliency, and data compliance. Oversaw infrastructure improvements and coordinated with stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to implement scalable, efficient systems aligned with long-term strategic goals.

Technical Lead – Kimberly-Clark

Apr 2015 – Oct 2016

Managed strategic technical planning and infrastructure oversight for global digital operations. Led system upgrades and ensured compliance with regulatory and corporate standards. Introduced performance improvements and governance for multi-region deployments.

Engineering Manager – NTT Data

May 2011 – Mar 2015

Led large-scale engineering and modernization projects across public and private sectors. Managed global project teams, oversaw infrastructure lifecycle planning, and implemented best practices in governance and delivery.

Education & Certifications

• BTEC Computers

• Patent Holder (US-9178995-B2)

• Sitecore Certified Developer & Sitecore Commerce 9 Certified

Project Highlight

• Infrastructure leadership for a $130M+ capital transformation: Directed search architecture, infrastructure replatforming, and regulatory readiness for a major US-based organization. Oversaw cross-functional teams, ensured compliance, and delivered long-term operational resiliency and service reliability improvements.

Community & Regional Alignment

Long-time resident of Temecula with deep roots in the community. Passionate about serving the public interest and contributing to the region’s sustainability and infrastructure resilience. Committed to leading engineering excellence for the future of Southern California’s water systems.

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