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Tom Pratt is a distinguished technology leader with over 25 years of experience, driving cloud infrastructure, storage innovation, and strategic partnerships across the cloud, semiconductor, and enterprise industries. As a versatile product management and engineering executive, Tom has consistently led teams to deliver transformative solutions, from building next-gen cloud storage systems at Microsoft Azure to pioneering cutting-edge memory technologies at Micron. His expertise bridges both business strategy and technical innovation, enabling large enterprises and emerging startups to navigate complex technology landscapes and achieve remarkable growth.

Throughout his career, Tom has honed core expertise in cross-functional team leadership, global partner management, and product strategy. As Principal Hardware Engineering Program Manager at Microsoft, he led a 20+ member cross-functional team to define and execute the Azure cloud storage strategy, impacting over 250 global data centers. One of his most significant achievements was spearheading the development of Azure’s SSD and HDD storage roadmap, successfully aligning 7 key suppliers to meet rigorous security and performance standards. A recognized thought leader and innovator, Tom’s leadership philosophy centers on collaborative problem-solving and fostering an agile, forward-thinking culture. He is currently focused on expanding his impact through consulting and strategic partnerships, leveraging his extensive experience to help organizations drive next-gen storage solutions and build sustainable, future-proof infrastructures.