Salman Ahmad

Professional Summary

Salman Ahmad is a senior operations and R&D leader with over two decades of experience spanning sustainable innovation, operational excellence, and strategic leadership across multinational and regional environments. He has led transformative initiatives in clean air technologies, smart infrastructure, AI driven decarbonization, and large scale operations. Currently serving as Director of Operations at EcoEdge AI, he focuses on integrating advanced building management systems, AI solutions, and sustainability driven strategies to deliver measurable energy efficiency and carbon reduction outcomes.

Professional Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

Director of Operations

EcoEdge AI

Lead cross functional teams across HVAC data science product delivery and energy engineering | Drive collaboration ownership and innovation.
Integrate AI powered BMS solutions to deliver energy efficiency operational excellence and carbon reduction for clients.
Define and execute operational strategies aligned with sustainability goals and long term business growth.

Sep 2021 - Jun 2024

Senior Development Manager

AkzoNobel

Lead technical teams and drive sustainable product development initiatives | Enhance value creation through advanced formulations.
Align R&D projects with safety regulatory and sustainability objectives | Ensure compliance and environmental stewardship.
Manage complex transitions including site relocation while maintaining team engagement and operational continuity.

Nov 2018 - Aug 2021

Development Manager R&D

AkzoNobel

Drive decorative coatings R&D programs and manage innovation pipelines | Support regional and global technology alignment.
Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical goals with business strategy | Strengthen customer and market impact.
Support sales and marketing through technical expertise and product knowledge.

Education & Certifications

Academic History

Master of Science Chemistry

University of the Punjab

2002

Bachelor of Science Chemical Sciences

Government College University Lahore

2000

Professional Certs

Core Competencies

Operations Management Research and Development Leadership Strategic Management Building Management Systems HVAC Systems Artificial Intelligence Integration Sustainability Strategy Stakeholder Management Team Leadership Project Delivery