Rignesh Soni Transcendence

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Visionary global technology leader with over two decades of global experience in Enterprise software, smart cities, smart infrastructure, IoT, and cloud-based solutions. As an award-winning thought leader in smart cities and mobility, I have consistently driven innovation and excellence across various industries. My journey from India to the United States has been marked by significant achievements, strategic vision, and a commitment to transcending urban interaction through advanced technologies.

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Global Technology Business

Orchestrating tech-driven transformations that transcend borders, turning global challenges into opportunities for innovation.

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Smart City Solutions (Transportation & Infrastructure)

Architecting the future of urban life with smart solutions that move cities forward, one intelligent system at a time.

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Enterprise Software & Solutions

Crafting cutting-edge software ecosystems that empower enterprises to unlock new levels of productivity and agility.

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Technology Strategy & Consulting

Strategizing tomorrow's technology landscape today, guiding businesses through the digital maze to sustainable success.

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Merger & Acquisitions

Seamlessly merging visions and ventures, creating powerhouse entities that are greater than the sum of their parts.

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My Professional Memberships

Forbes Technology Council

Forbes Technology Council

Member since May 2024, contributing expert insights on technology trends and innovations.

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Forbes Technology Council

Smart Cities Council

Member since May 2024, collaborating on initiatives to create more livable, workable, and sustainable cities.

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Forbes Technology Council

IPMI

Member since May 2024, shaping the future of urban mobility.

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Forbes Technology Council

IEEE Senior

Senior Member since July 2024, recognized for significant contributions to the field of electrical and electronic engineering.

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Forbes Technology Council

Entrepreneur Organization

Member since July 2024, contributing my expertise for better business models in Smart Cities.

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Global Impact

My Global Experience and Impact

USA

United States & Canada

Since 2018, pivotal roles in leading technology companies, directing strategy and developing innovative Cloud SaaS software for Smart Cities, Smart Infrastructure and Smart Parking solutions to meet Public Safety and Parking compliances across the municipal, city and institutional operations.

India & APAC

India & APAC

Early career foundation, honing technical and leadership skills through critical projects across India and other APAC countries.

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Collaboration with international teams, driving global projects addressing urban challenges through technology for Smart Transportation solutions.

South Africa

South Africa

Significant impact on smart infrastructure sector along with parking, integrating advanced technologies to enhance urban mobility.

GCC Countries

GCC Countries

Significant contributions to smart cities solutions, from taxi dispatch to smart waste management on Blockchain.

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Judging and Panel Participation

Judging and Panel Participation

Globee Awards for Technology

Served as a judge, evaluating 50 entries in June 2024. Rignesh's expertise was crucial in identifying and recognizing top innovations in technology.

Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence

As a judge, Rignesh evaluated 75 entries in July 2024, contributing to the selection of outstanding technological achievements across various industries.

Acquisition Panels

Participated as a key member in acquisition panels for Securepark by Roker, Roker by SPPlus, and SPPlus by Metropolis, providing critical insights for successful mergers and integrations.

Showcases

Exhibitions and Industry Showcases

NPA Convention Expo

SP Plus CTO, CGO, Presidents were leading the event and expo.
Roker Technology was demonstrated and presented at the Expo by CTO of the company.

CPA Calgary

SP Plus VP of Business and product team demonstrated Roker solution suite to one of the largest parking event in Canada

NEPC Conference and Tradeshow

Manchester, NH (Apr 30 - May 2, 2024): Showcased latest smart parking solutions and networked with industry leaders.

BOMA International

Orlando, FL (May 13-15, 2024): Presented innovative building management technologies integrated with smart city infrastructure.

ICSC

Las Vegas, NV (May 19-21, 2024): Demonstrated cutting-edge retail tech solutions for smart shopping centers.

IPMI

Columbus, OH (Jun 9-12, 2024): Led discussions on the future of intelligent parking and mobility solutions.

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Achievements

Awards & Recognitions

Honored to receive the award for Achievement in Leadership of Technology Strategy at the 2024 Globee Awards. This accolade recognizes my leadership and strategic vision in developing and implementing cutting-edge technology strategies that have propelled Roker Technology to new heights. Our innovative approach has transformed parking solutions and smart infrastructure, making a lasting impact on both public and private sectors across North America.

Proud recipient of the Bronze Winner award for Technology Thought Leadership of the Year at the 2024 Globee Awards. This recognition honors my contributions to advancing innovative parking technology solutions and shaping the future of smart infrastructure. Our work with Roker Technology has significantly impacted public and private sectors across North America, driving forward-thinking strategies and solutions.

Honored to receive the award for Achievement in Leadership of Technology Strategy at the 2024 Globee Awards. This accolade recognizes my leadership and strategic vision in developing and implementing cutting-edge technology strategies that have propelled Roker Technology to new heights. Our innovative approach has transformed parking solutions and smart infrastructure, making a lasting impact on both public and private sectors across North America.

Experience

My Professional Experience

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Director Strategic Development
Jul 2023 - Present

Director Strategic Development

SP+ (SP Plus) | Tennessee

As SP+'s Director of Strategic Development, working in a leadership role, I lead the engineering teams in designing, testing, and deploying the SaaS products my clients rely on to manage their business operations. I place the vision and strategic thinking to great use in the go-giver leadership style.

Forbes Technology Council Member
May 2024 - Present

Forbes Technology Council Member

Forbes Technology Council | New Jersey

Forbes Technology Council member aiming to share my insights and expertise with the broader technology community, smart infrastructure, and global technology leadership contributing to the collective advancement of the industry.

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Jul 2024 - Present

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member

Entrepreneur Media | Remote

Honored to join the Entrepreneur Leadership Network, where I contribute articles and insights on leadership, global technology, smart city innovations, IoT, and SaaS. Looking forward to connecting with industry leaders and learning and sharing my expertise.

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

CTO / VP Technology

Roker Inc

Chief Technology Officer for Roker Technology offering and leading the business verticals through the technology offering for Roker's SaaS, integrated parking & urban space management solutions bringing in the blended amalgamation of Cloud, IoT, Blockchain, AI/ML, and Apps to the mainstream operational encapsulation of parking, permits, enforcement, and violations/infractions ecosystem.

Director Strategic Development
Jan 2018 - Aug 2021

AVP - Technology & Solutions

Cygnet Infotech LLC

My role encourages me to work with large, globally distributed & multi-disciplinary teams and deliveries. Participation with the teams is towards the areas of solutions engineering with software development & consultation, R&D, compliance management, Go-Live & post-production with DevOps.

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Feb 2014 - Dec 2017

Technical & Delivery Management / Architect / Presales

Cygnet Infotech LLC

Contribution into Techno-Functional-Commercial engagements towards following key areas 1. Technical Program & Delivery Management 2. Solution Architect & Subject Matter Expert 3. Emerging Technologies & Solutions 4. R&D along with Prototyping 5. Presales & Marketing Support Participation.

Forbes Technology Council Member
Nov 2012 - Feb 2014

Technical Leader

Cygnet Infotech LLC

Leading, designing and implementing technology solutions using Microsoft .Net technologies for domains like stock market, eDocument Management Solutions for North America & South African industries. I have been globally travelling during this time period.

Director Strategic Development
Apr 2011 - Nov 2012

Technical Leader / Senior Research Engineer

Albireo Telematics

Driven and highly skilled Web GIS Product Developer with a passion for creating innovative location-based solutions. Specializing in Location Intelligence and Fleet Management Systems, I exceld in developing robust programming APIs that seamlessly integrate products with multiple clients.

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Jan 2011 - Mar 2011

Technical Leader

Think Future Technologies

As a dedicated and results-driven Product Deployment Specialist, I take pride in being an integral team member of CorbisImages.com. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering top-notch product deployment services, I ensure the smooth and successful launch of cutting-edge offerings that meet and exceed client expectations.

Forbes Technology Council Member
Jul 2008 - Jan 2011

Senior Research Engineer

Albireo Telematics

As an ambitious and versatile professional, I have been passionate about creating innovative Web GIS products and cutting-edge Vessel Tracking System (VTS) solutions. With expertise in J2ME mobile application development, I thrived on crafting user-friendly and efficient mobile experiences.

Director Strategic Development
Dec 2007 - Jul 2008

Manager Level 2 (Senior software Engineer)

Times Internet Limited

I have been providing Telecom Solutions as a Developer with a passion for crafting cutting-edge projects in the realm of SMS Gateways, Voice-based applications, and SMS contest applications. My expertise lies in seamlessly integrating multiple telecom provider databases to create robust and efficient communication systems.

Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Nov 2005 - Dec 2007

Software Engineer & Senior Software Engineer

ORG Telecom Ltd

I am a dedicated product developer specializing in Web GIS, VTS (Vehicle Tracking System), and Telecom-based solutions. With a passion for leveraging cutting-edge technologies, I have successfully contributed to the development of impactful products in these domains. My expertise includes translating complex requirements into user-friendly and efficient solutions. I thrive in onsite work environments, collaborating closely with customers to ensure their needs are met with excellence.

Forbes Technology Council Member
Dec 2004 - Nov 2005

Trainee project scientist

BISAG, Gujarat

I am a GIS Product Developer with a passion for creating innovative geospatial solutions. My expertise lies in leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to develop cutting-edge products that address real-world challenges. From designing intuitive user interfaces to implementing robust geospatial algorithms, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality GIS applications.

Educations

Study & Certifications

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Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Issued Jul 2024

IEEE Senior Membership

IEEE
Forbes Technology Council Member
Issued Nov 2021

NFT Fundamentals

Udemy
Director Strategic Development
Issued Apr 2021

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Issued Jan 2020

Artificial Intelligence A-Z™: Learn How To Build An AI

Udemy
Forbes Technology Council Member
Issued Aug 2019

Learn Big Data: The Hadoop Ecosystem Masterclass

Udemy
Director Strategic Development
Issued Jul 2019

Machine Learning

Udemy
Entrepreneur Leadership Network Member
Issued Jan 2018

Blockchain & Bitcoin Fundamentals

Udemy Academy
Forbes Technology Council Member
Issued Nov 2016

IoT Certified Professional

Collabera
Director Strategic Development
2001 - 2005

B.E., Information Technology

Sankalchand Patel College of Engineering, Visnagar, Gujarat, India
Director Strategic Development
1996 - 2001

Senior and Higher Secondary Schooling, Science

Vardhman Vidhyalaya
Thought Leadership

Thought Leadership

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