Samir Bodas is the co-founder and CEO of Icertis, a leading contract intelligence platform in the cloud. With a background in computer science and business, he has held various leadership roles at companies like Microsoft, Disha Technologies, and Aztecsoft before establishing Icertis. Under his guidance, Icertis has become a prominent player in the contract lifecycle management industry, achieving a valuation of over $1 billion in 2019.
Who is the CEO of Icertis?
Samir Bodas, CEO and Co-founder of Icertis, has over two decades of experience in leading high-growth, category-defining companies. Before establishing Icertis, he held multiple leadership roles at Microsoft and served as CEO of two IT services firms, Disha Technology and Aztecsoft, where he oversaw rapid growth and successful exits.
As a visionary leader, he adheres to Icertis' FORTE values (Fairness, Openness, Respect, Teamwork, and Execution) and has been recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2023. Under his guidance, Icertis has become a leader in the contract lifecycle management (CLM) category, surpassing $200 million in annual recurring revenue in 2022 and growing at over 40% year-over-year.
Work History
- Icertis - Co-Founder and CEO (2009-present)
- Aztecsoft (acquired by MindTree) - President and CEO (2006-2009)
- Aztecsoft (acquired by MindTree) - President (2004-2006)
- Disha Technologies (Acquired by Aztecsoft) - CEO (2002-2004)
- Jamcracker - Vice President, Business Development (2001-2002)
- imandi - Vice President, Merchant Business Development (1999-2000)
- Microsoft Corporation - Various Positions; Last Position Held: Director (1992-1999)
- McKinsey & Company - Summer Associate (1991)
- IBM - Consultant (1989-1990)
- National Instruments - Programmer (1986-1989)
Education History
Samir Bodas has an impressive educational background, beginning with his time at North Carolina Wesleyan University in 1982. He then went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin in 1985. Furthering his education, Samir pursued an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the prestigious Wharton School, completing the program in 1992.
When did Samir Bodas join Icertis?
Samir Bodas co-founded Icertis and has been serving as its CEO since the company's inception in 2009. As of now, he has been with Icertis for over a decade, leading the company to become a prominent player in the contract lifecycle management industry.