Floodlight Software CEO Nasrin Azari is the keynote speaker for the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP-RTP) May meeting. The event, titled “Jumping from Big Tech to Startup,” will be held virtually on Thursday, May 14.

In her presentation, Azari will discuss the challenges that face today’s tech startup. Attendees will learn what it’s like to lead a tech startup in today’s business environment where projects like implementing new technology and software tools are being put on hold until the uncertainty of the near future abates. She will recount her journey from being a software developer at IBM to spinning out a new software venture amidst a global pandemic.

The AITP is a network of IT professionals, educators, and students dedicated to continuing education, professional growth, leadership, and exploration of issues that face the IT industry.

Azari is the CEO of Floodlight Software, a company that completely digitalizes the workflow and data management processes of inspection and field service providers around the world. Azari has 14 years of experience as CEO, and over 20 years of experience providing enterprise-mobility solutions to global businesses and organizations, including eBay, US Army, Canon, Coca-Cola, AstraZeneca, Northrop Grumman, SingTel, Las Vegas Sands, and many others.

Azari heads the NDE 4.0 standards development sub-committee within the American Society for Nondestructive Testing and is passionate about driving digital transformation to service organizations. She holds an MBA and an MS in Computer Science, both from Duke University. She is also an accomplished triathlete. Connect with Nasrin on LinkedIn.