Amin Karimpour
**********@*****.*** 617-***-**** LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aminkarimpour/ Belmont, MA EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Accomplished Business Transformation Leader with 30+ years of strategic technology implementation experience across Fortune 500 enterprises. Proven track record of driving $500M+ in digital transformation initiatives and delivering measurable business outcomes through advanced systems integration. Combines deep technical expertise in AI/ML, PLM, ERP, and cloud solutions with academic leadership at Northeastern University, mentoring startups and teaching Applied Machine Learning. Expert in change management, M&A integration, and building high-performing cross-functional teams. Core Competencies: Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0/5.0 Strategy • AI/ML Operations & Advanced Analytics • Enterprise System Integration (PLM, ERP, CRM, SCM) • Change Management & Organizational Development • M&A Technology Integration • Cloud Migration & Cybersecurity Frameworks • Academic Leadership & Startup Mentorship
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TEKNO-CRAFT.COM Founder & Principal Consultant
Senior Technology Strategist & Business Transformation Leader Founded and scaled IT consulting practice specializing in small-to-mid market digital transformation Led strategic technology initiatives for 23+ client companies generating $500M+ in project value Achieved 100% client satisfaction rate with long-term strategic partnerships Developed proprietary methodologies for Industry 4.0 implementation and change management A&A INDUSTRIES Long-term IT Services Partner - 20+ Years Business Transformation & IT Services
Led comprehensive digital transformation for mid-size manufacturing company (200+ employees,
$75-100M annual revenue)
Managed complete IT infrastructure across multiple Northeast facilities with ongoing support services Executed legacy system modernization, cloud migration, ERP implementation, and cybersecurity framework
Developed strategic IT planning, technology roadmap, vendor management, and business continuity planning
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Educational Technology Partner & Faculty Applied Machine Learning & Informatics Faculty Startup Mentor Delivered graduate-level curriculum in Applied Machine Learning, AI, and data science Led cutting-edge research in AI applications for business transformation and Industry 4.0 Mentored technology startups over 12 years, providing strategic guidance on technology adoption and scaling
Facilitated university-industry collaborations and delivered professional development workshops FORTUNE 500 LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
WALMART ADVANCED SYSTEMS & ROBOTICS Advanced Automation Solutions Partner
Senior Business Transformation Consultant
Led enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives for world's largest retailer (Fortune 1, $600B+ revenue)
Architected integration of Propel PLM, D3FS, and D3F&O systems across 10,000+ global locations Implemented AI/ML operations for warehouse automation and supply chain optimization Led global process standardization and automation across 24 countries STANLEY BLACK & DECKER Business Systems IT Lead - Security Division Digital Transformation Leader
Spearheaded Industry 4.0 initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities ($15B+ revenue, 60,000+ employees)
Led PLM solution integration with manufacturing systems and cloud adoption strategy (AWS/Azure) Managed cross-functional teams driving manufacturing process digitization and automation JOHNSON CONTROLS Engineering Senior Business Systems Lead Global Business Transformation Leader
Led global PLM initiatives and standard process development ($22B+ revenue, 100,000+ employees) Architected MCAD/ECAD tools integration with PLM and ERP systems across 150 countries Developed data migration strategies between PLM, MDM, and ERP systems with global change management
BAE SYSTEMS IT Projects Portfolio Manager
Digital Transformation - US Defense Electronics Systems Led Industry 4.0 digital transformation initiatives for Fortune Global 500 defense contractor ($25B+ revenue, 90,000+ employees)
Implemented DFARS/CMMC compliance frameworks across global operations Orchestrated factory IT integration including robotics, AR/VR, and advanced analytics BROOKS AUTOMATION Director of Information Systems Senior Business Systems Lead & M&A Integration
Led IT integration for 24 company acquisitions, standardizing operations across global technology company ($900M+ revenue, 2,500+ employees)
Orchestrated integration of Oracle 11i, Siebel, Glovia, and Agile applications Achieved 25% supplier base reduction and 15% improvement in on-time delivery MKS INSTRUMENTS Principal Engineering Business Analyst Global Business Systems Leader
Led global PLM/ERP solution for technology company ($3B+ revenue, 5,000+ employees) Implemented SOX compliant business processes across global locations Managed master data management and developed global CAPA, DFMA, RMA, and quality data collection systems
BOSE CORPORATION Business System Analyst/Project Lead Enterprise Systems Integration Leader
Architected enterprise PLM and Supply Chain solutions (Windchill/SAP) for premium audio technology company ($3B+ revenue, 8,000+ employees) Led engineering data migration from TeamCenter and SAP with cloud server integration Achieved 70% reduction in manual testing through process improvement THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC IT Site Manager/Business Lead Life Sciences Technology Leader
Designed PLM (Agile), SCM, and ERP (Glovia) systems for Fortune 500 life sciences company ($40B+ revenue, 130,000+ employees)
Implemented business process re-engineering, LEAN manufacturing, and KANBAN processes Led SOX compliance support and GxP compliant systems with ERP manufacturing transfer CANDELA MEDICAL Business Systems Lead/Architect
Medical Device Technology Integration
Led complex hybrid integration: Agile PLM, Oracle 11i, Oracle Cloud for global medical device company ($400M+ revenue, 1,000+ employees)
Developed configurable design for integration rule flexibility and FDA regulatory compliance Implemented unit-level testing model and automated system integration architecture L.L.BEAN Senior Technical Lead
Retail Technology Integration
Led Front End System implementation (Web/Call Center CRM) for iconic outdoor retail company
($1.6B+ revenue, 5,000+ employees)
Developed customer forecasting and order management systems with RUP development methodology
Designed scalable application architecture for multi-channel customer experience POST HOLDINGS PLM Implementation Lead
Consumer Goods Technology Leader
Led enterprise PLM implementation for Fortune 500 consumer packaged goods company ($6B+ revenue, 9,000+ employees)
Implemented general food products lifecycle management system integration Managed brand portfolio consolidation and developed recipe management with nutritional compliance tracking
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
INMUSIC BRANDS IT Director - Led enterprise IT infrastructure modernization for global music technology company ($500M+ revenue, 1,200+ employees), managed ERP system selection and global IT operations standardization
EPICOR SOFTWARE East Coast Implementation Lead - Led Epicor ERP suite implementation for enterprise software company ($500M+ revenue, 4,000+ employees), managed financial and order management system integration
CORE TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Enterprise Systems: PLM (Agile, Windchill, Siemens), ERP (Oracle, SAP, Glovia), CRM (Siebel, Salesforce) Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud AI/ML Technologies: Applied Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Data Science Integration Platforms: Complex hybrid system integration, API development Manufacturing Systems: Industry 4.0/5.0, Robotics, AR/VR, LEAN Manufacturing Compliance Frameworks: SOX, DFARS/CMMC, FDA/GxP, Quality Management Systems Project Management: Agile/Scrum, RUP, Portfolio Management, Change Management KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
30+ Years of Fortune 500 technology leadership experience
$500M+ in digital transformation projects delivered 23+ Client Companies served with 100% satisfaction rate 24 Company M&A Integrations successfully completed 20+ Year Partnership with A&A Industries demonstrating long-term value delivery Industry 4.0/5.0 Implementation across manufacturing, defense, and technology sectors Academic Excellence in AI/ML curriculum development and startup mentorship Global Operations experience across North America, Europe, and Asia