Vivek Sharma

Vivek Sharma is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in various high-level roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor for AI at Advent since 2024, Vivek leverages AI to enhance investment strategies and operational capabilities. Additionally, Vivek is an Independent Board Director at Kaiser Permanente and JetBlue, holding significant positions on the Audit & Compliance, Community Health, Technology, and Compensation committees. As an Adjunct Professor of Data Science at the University of Southern California, Vivek educates graduate students on digital innovation. Previously, as Chief Executive Officer of InStride, Vivek co-founded the company and grew it to over $100 million in profitable annual recurring revenue. Other notable roles include Senior Vice President of eCommerce and Digital Guest Experience at The Walt Disney Company, where Vivek managed a $10 billion portfolio, and leadership positions at Yahoo and McKinsey & Company. Vivek holds a Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and an MBA from INSEAD.