Gunal Kannan

Area Vice President at BMC

Speaker

Gunal Kannan is the Area Vice President for Technology Strategy & Customer Advocacy (APJ& EMEA) at BMC Software. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, Gunal has a deep understanding of emerging technologies, including edge computing, DataOps, and cloud innovation. As part of BMC's Office of the CTO, he drives customer advocacy and strategic innovation, working closely with C-level executives to align technology solutions with business goals. Known for his innovative mindset and ability to simplify complex technological concepts, Gunal is a frequent keynote speaker at industry conferences, engaging with leaders to shape the future of digital transformation. He holds a Master’s in Distributed Computing from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and is an advocate for continuous learning and mentorship, actively supporting talent development.