Paul Bailo is widely recognized by industry thought leaders for his C-level executive skills in Digital Transformation, Business Development and Growth Strategy. He has earned deep career success in multiple fields, along with an outstanding industry reputation and important executive roles as Digital Innovator, Strategic Thinker, Change Agent, Customer Champion, Industry Author and Creative Entrepreneur. He has built and led top performing teams, start-up entities and world-class organizations. His background in digital transformation, digital communications, emerging payments, operational excellence, data-driven decision-making and ongoing product innovation is unparalleled. His blue-chip background encompasses Google, Apple, AT&T, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, MasterCard, American Express, GE, Citibank, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, NYC Transit Authority and US Department of Transportation.
Paul has held senior executive positions in digital marketing, managerial analytics, mobile payments, SEO/SEM, customer insights and emerging payments with innovative Fortune 500 market leaders. His strong business expertise and technology capacity encompass start-up operations, general management, business growth and branding strategies. Paul has consistently exceeded mission-critical performance metrics, organizational goals and business targets, despite highly competitive and rapidly changing market dynamics.
Paul is currently the CEO of PIPCG and Chief Transformation Officer – OZ Digital Consulting, and former Global Head for Digital Strategy & Innovation for Infosys Digital where he focuses on creating and executing new business strategies, innovative solutions and rolling out unique digital platforms. As “Go-To Resource” for internal executives, he spearheads digital innovation, designing new processes and handling large-scale project portfolios. He continues to interact with Fortune 500 clients, such as Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, AT&T, SunTrust, Apple, Google and many other industry leaders.
Previously, Paul consulted with MasterCard as Vice President – Global Digital Innovation & Emerging Payments, tasked with driving aggressive sales, product innovation, target marketing and partnership growth. His present position continues to give him the chance to provide B2B clients with actionable business intelligence, optimize interactive online experiences and set up comprehensive platforms that dramatically enhance market position, profitability, and productivity.
Earlier, Paul held top leadership positions in managing customer insights, data analysis, digital technology, web operations and e-business solutions. He built and directed multi-functional teams through product launches, process improvements, sales supp
Paul holds a PhD in International Leadership & Innovation through the International School of Management. Earlier he completed degrees in diverse topics: MBA in Marketing and Technology at Wagner College, MS in Clinical Social Work (Human Behavior) at Fordham University and BS in Finance & Technology at St. John’s University.