Shams Ahmed is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology and project management. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Student Information Systems at Harvard University, Shams has previously held roles including Associate Director of API Platform Architecture & Solutions and Head of the Enterprise Application Division at Qatar University. With a background at Oracle, Shams progressed from Senior Software Engineer to Project Lead in Business Intelligence/Analytics, showcasing expertise in enterprise applications. Additionally, Shams co-founded Starup Initatives, contributing valuable entrepreneurial insight. Academic credentials include a B.Sc. in Computer Science & Information Systems with a Minor in Mathematics from Missouri State University and a Certificate in Project Management from the University of California, Berkeley.