Gurpiar Sibia has joined Bain & Company as Expert Partner & India Head – AI Practice, marking a significant addition to the firm’s leadership in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence space. Known for his ability to bridge the gap between AI’s technical promise and real-world enterprise outcomes, Gurpiar will lead strategic initiatives focused on helping organizations unlock tangible value from AI at scale.
With a strong track record as a Senior AI leader and consultant, Gurpiar Sibia has consistently enabled large enterprises and digital-native businesses to navigate the complex AI landscape—from defining AI strategy to driving end-to-end implementation. His expertise lies in translating advanced data and AI capabilities into scalable business growth, aligning technology with measurable impact across industries.
Prior to joining Bain & Company, Gurpiar held key leadership roles at global technology giants including Google, where he served as APAC Presales Practice Lead for Cloud Data and AI. He also played a pivotal role at Cisco as Head of System Engineering for Enterprise India & SAARC and contributed as a Pre-Sales Consultant for Big Data Services at Aricent. Earlier in his career, he built strong technical foundations as a Senior Network Engineer at HCL Technologies.
Gurpiar Sibia’s academic credentials include an Advanced Program in Fintech and Financial Blockchain from Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, further strengthening his strategic understanding of emerging technologies and their financial implications. His multidisciplinary experience across AI, cloud, data, and enterprise systems positions him uniquely to lead high-impact transformations.
At Bain & Company, Gurpiar Sibia is expected to play a crucial role in advancing the firm’s AI capabilities in India, helping clients move beyond experimentation to large-scale deployment. His leadership comes at a time when businesses are increasingly looking to harness AI not just as a technological upgrade, but as a core driver of innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage.