BlackLine, a pioneer in digital finance transformation, has welcomed Sumit Johar as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO), starting February 12th, 2024.
Johar, with a rich background in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and intelligent automation, will take charge of Information Technology and Information Security worldwide, reporting to Co-CEO Therese Tucker.
Therese Tucker praised Johar's extensive experience in SaaS, automation, and AI, viewing it as crucial for BlackLine's innovation and global competitiveness.
"Sumit's skills align perfectly with our vision, setting us up for advanced digital transformation and operational scaling," Tucker stated.
Johar's career spans over two decades, with roles at Automation Anywhere as CIO, where he drove AI-powered automation solutions, and at MobileIron, significantly cutting costs to enable digital initiatives.
His experience also includes a decade at TIBCO Software leading Enterprise Applications, with earlier positions at Wipro and Infosys.
Johar expressed excitement about his role, highlighting the transformative potential of generative AI and emerging tech for business operations.
"I'm eager to upgrade BlackLine's IT, intelligence, and applications with the latest AI and automation to boost our workforce and maintain our leadership in digital finance," he said.
With a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, Johar's expertise is set to propel BlackLine forward in its mission to revolutionize accounting and finance through technology.
Conclusion
Sumit Johar's appointment as CIO at BlackLine shows the company's commitment to leading the charge in digital finance innovation.
His extensive background in SaaS and intelligent automation is aimed to enhance BlackLine's operations, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the digital transformation in finance.
